Shane King, LCSW - Therapist in Connecticut

About Shane

Shane King is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with 13 years of experience. He practices in Connecticut and focuses on helping people who are dealing with stress, anxiety, mood challenges, and life transitions. Shane keeps language plain and direct so parents can understand options quickly.

He works in ways that are practical and respectful of each person's story. He draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and client-centered methods to help people change unhelpful habits and manage strong emotions.

Background and approach

Sessions often include skill practice, gentle challenge of thinking patterns, and time to talk through painful experiences. Shane also uses motivational interviewing and narrative techniques when those fit the situation. Shane pays attention to problems that show up around relationships, parenting strain, and work stress.

He offers support around attachment concerns, communication breakdowns, fatherhood issues, and forgiveness. He also addresses shame, self-worth, social anxiety, and finding purpose at different life stages. Shane trained in CBT and has run a independent practice while bringing management experience to his work.

His licensure details include NY LCSW 090410 and CT LCSW 58.012175, shown here so people can confirm his credentials. He provides sessions in English and does not accept international clients. Practical matters are handled by a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

Sessions can take place by video, phone, live chat, or text messaging, allowing flexibility for busy families and caregivers.

How Shane’s Approaches Work Online

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and following the person’s lead. The therapist creates space for people to talk at their own pace and helps them notice what matters most. This approach fits well when someone needs emotional validation and a steady, respectful presence.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at thoughts and actions that keep problems going. Sessions include simple exercises to try between meetings, such as noticing thought patterns and testing new behaviors. CBT is often useful for anxiety, low mood, and parenting stress where practical steps make a difference.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy, or DBT, teaches specific skills for managing intense emotions and improving relationships. It offers tools for coping with overwhelm, reducing reactivity, and handling conflict more calmly.

Finding the right method is part of the work. Shane will talk with each person about goals, preferences, and what has or hasn’t helped before. Together they decide which approaches to try and adjust the plan as progress happens.

Online sessions are offered by video calls, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging to fit different schedules. These formats make it easier to get support from home, during work breaks, or between family responsibilities. The variety of options also helps people continue care when life gets busy or travel is needed.

Client-Centered Therapy

The direction comes from you rather than from a set programme. The therapist offers a warm, non-judgemental space to think out loud and work at your own pace. Online, this rests on the relationship rather than on being in the same room.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

CBT looks at the link between what you think, how you feel, and what you do. You work on noticing unhelpful patterns and practising steadier responses. It suits online sessions well, because much of the work happens between appointments and can be talked through from anywhere.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)

Concrete skills for riding out strong emotion, tolerating distress, and handling relationships without things escalating. The skills are practised in daily life, so between-session support by message or phone fits naturally.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Shane commonly address?

He helps with stress, anxiety, depression, anger, trauma and abuse, bipolar issues, and problems tied to work and life changes.

What is his general therapeutic style?

He uses a straightforward, person-focused style that emphasizes practical skills, exploring thoughts, and building coping strategies.

How many years has he been practicing?

He has 13 years of clinical experience working in mental health and independent practice settings.

What credentials and location should I know about?

He is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with NY LCSW 090410 and CT LCSW 58.012175, practicing in Connecticut.

Which languages are supported for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English.

What formats are available for sessions?

Sessions can take place via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

How does billing work and what does it cost?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

How do I start working with him?

Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.

Specialties and expertise

Top specialties

Stress, Anxiety
Relationship issues
Trauma and abuse

Also works with

Therapeutic approaches

Experience: 13 years
Licensed: New York, Connecticut
Languages: English

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