Dr. Brian K. Shaffer is a clinician with over 25 years of experience in spiritual & pastoral care, grief, loss, bereavement, and trauma care, as well as mental & behavioral health and addiction. In addition to his private counseling practice, Brian is a Clinical Faculty member at Southern New Hampshire University and an Online Adjunct Faculty member at Grand Canyon University. He is also engaged in working with several telehealth & telemedicine companies that specialize in working with clients and families seeking therapy for trauma, addiction, EAP counseling, and court-mandated treatment. Brian also leads and facilitates online support groups with Innovia Life.

Brian is a Licensed Professional Counselor in the State of Michigan, Pennsylvania, Nevada, and a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in New Hampshire as also holds the credentials of National Certified Counselor, Internationally Certified Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor, and an Approved Clinical Supervisor. He holds a Master of Theology Degree, a Master of Science in Clinical Counseling/Mental Health, and a Doctor of Philosophy Degree in Counselor Education and Supervision.

In addition to his education and training in mental health, behavioral health, and addictions, Brian is a Clinical Chaplain, Pastoral Bereavement Specialist, and holds the distinguished credential of Fellow in Thanatology from the Association of Death Education and Counseling. He has served on several local and national non-profit boards, committees, and task forces, and has been a presenter, speaker, and trainer both nationally and internationally. In addition to his published writings, Dr. Shaffer has also been a guest lecturer at several academic institutions, both secular and sacred.