Shawn Blakley, LPC

Shawn Blakley is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Wisconsin with 30 years of experience. He focuses on helping people manage stress, anxiety, depression, and relationship struggles. Shawn also supports those dealing with addictions and issues around self-esteem and anger.

He uses straightforward conversation to create an open space where clients can share thoughts and feelings without judgment. Sessions aim to identify practical steps people can try between meetings. Shawn emphasizes clear goals and simple strategies that fit everyday life.

Shawn blends Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, which looks at how thoughts affect behavior, with a client-centered style that keeps the person's priorities front and center. That combination helps people break unhelpful patterns while staying connected to what matters most to them.

Over three decades he has worked with a range of concerns, including codependency, drug and alcohol addiction, process addictions like gambling and pornography, and men’s issues. His experience includes supporting people through grief and mood challenges while focusing on coping skills and problem solving.

People who do best with Shawn tend to want practical tools and straightforward conversation. He encourages small, measurable changes and checks in on progress. For those taking the first step into therapy, he aims to make the process clear and manageable.

How Shawn Uses Talk Therapy Online

Shawn uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people notice how thoughts affect feelings and actions, then practices different ways of responding. He also uses a client-centered approach that prioritizes the person’s goals and uses listening and reflection to guide the work.

Choosing the right approach is a team effort. Shawn will talk with each person about their needs and goals, then suggest which methods to try first. He checks in regularly and adjusts the plan based on what is working and what is not.

Online sessions are offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to make counseling fit into daily life. Video calls are useful for full conversations and visual cues. Phone sessions work well when bandwidth is limited or a simpler check-in is needed. Live chat and text messaging allow brief updates, shorter check-ins, or ongoing encouragement between appointments. These options provide flexibility so people can connect in the way that best suits their schedule and comfort.