Shaa Marcum, LICSW

West Virginia · 6 years in practice

Shaa Marcum is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker who helps people manage stress, anxiety, depression, and substance use concerns.

License and registration

LICSW, West Virginia: DP00944015 · expires March 2028
NPI: 1235902909 · national provider identifier
Years in practice: 6
Languages: English

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About Shaa

Shaa Marcum is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker who helps people manage stress, anxiety, depression, and substance use concerns. She writes and speaks plainly and meets clients where they are. Her approach centers on emotional connection and practical skills so people can feel steadier day to day.

Shaa blends several therapeutic tools to match each person's needs. Sessions often include emotional exploration alongside concrete skills for coping and mood management.

Background and approach

She focuses on strengthening relationships to reduce isolation and improve communication. She has six years of clinical experience working with issues such as grief, trauma, addiction, parenting strain, and challenges tied to identity and intimacy. She also addresses concerns like chronic health conditions, body image, and life transitions, using methods that help with both feeling and doing.

In the room she aims to be warm and collaborative. Clients can expect a mix of listening, reflecting, and practicing new ways of responding to stress. Conversations are paced to the person's readiness for deeper emotional work or skill-building.

Shaa is based in West Virginia and holds a WV LICSW. She offers sessions in English and uses online formats to reach people who need flexible ways to connect. The work is tailored to each person’s goals and daily realities.

Focus areas and approaches

Everything Shaa lists on their public professional profile, in their own terms.

Stress, Anxiety
Addictions
Trauma and abuse
Parenting issues
Depression
LGBT
Relationship issues
Family conflicts
Grief
Intimacy-related issues
Anger management
Self esteem
Career difficulties
Bipolar disorder
Coping with life changes
Coaching
Compassion fatigue
ADHD
Abandonment
Adoption and foster care
Aging and geriatric issues
Attachment issues
Body image
Chronic pain, illness, and disability
Co-morbidity
Codependency
Commitment issues
Communication problems
Control issues
Dependent personality
Divorce and separation
Domestic violence
Drug and alcohol addiction
Eating and food-related issues
Emptiness
Family of origin issues
Family problems
Fertility issues
First responder issues
Forgiveness
Guilt and shame
Hospice and end-of-life counseling
Impulsivity
Infidelity
Isolation / loneliness
Mood disorders
Panic disorder and panic attacks
Personality disorders
Post-traumatic stress
Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
Self-love
Social anxiety and phobia
Women's issues

Approaches Shaa names

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Online support

Approaches that guide online sessions

Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) centers on noticing and naming emotions that drive interaction patterns. This approach helps people understand how feelings shape their responses and opens pathways to clearer communication and deeper connection.

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) teaches practical steps for accepting difficult thoughts while committing to values-based action. It is useful for anxiety, depression, and coping with life changes by helping people focus on what matters most to them.

Attachment-Based Therapy looks at how early bonds influence current relationship expectations. It can help people notice recurring patterns in relationships and build new ways of relating that feel more supported.

Finding the right blend of methods is part of the therapy process. Shaa will work collaboratively to choose approaches that fit your goals, needs, and comfort level. Together you will try different strategies and adjust the plan as progress and preferences become clearer.

Online sessions offer flexibility for busy schedules and different communication needs. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation when visual cues matter. Phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth is limited, and shorter check-ins work well by live chat or text-based messaging. These options make it simpler to keep regular appointments and fold therapy into a busy life.

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Questions people ask

What kinds of problems does Shaa help with?

She works with stress, anxiety, depression, addiction, trauma, grief, relationship challenges, parenting strain, and related concerns such as body image and chronic illness.

How would you describe her therapy style?

Her style is compassionate and collaborative, combining emotional exploration with practical skills like coping techniques and communication practice.

What is her clinical background?

She has six years of clinical experience supporting people through mood, trauma, and addiction-related challenges and life transitions.

Where is she licensed and based?

She holds a WV LICSW and practices from West Virginia.

Which languages are supported for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English.

What session formats are available?

Sessions can be conducted by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to suit different needs.

How is payment handled and what does it cost?

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

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