THERAPY, GOTTMAN METHODS FOR COUPLES, AND EMDR FOR ADULTS & COUPLES IN BENTONVILLE & ARKANSAS

NEURODIVERSITY-AFFIRMING THERAPIST

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Gain confidence and clarity in your life and relationships.

Specialized ACT therapy, EMDR for trauma, and Gottman Methods for couples therapy. Specializes in ADHD, neurodivergence, perimenopause and menopause symptoms, and relationship issues. In-person therapy in Bentonville, AR and online therapy across Arkansas.

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You feel off or maybe your relationship feels off.

  • You might feel anxious all time, even with out a stressor.

    You might be experiencing flashbacks.

    You might loose time.

    You might find yourself avoiding place, people and/or emotions and not sure why.

    You might be easily startled or always on edge.

    You could have persistent feelings of guilt or shame or even feeling numb to emotions.

    • You feel exhausted and overwhelmed.

    • You’re struggling to find motivation to do basic tasks.

    • You find yourself forgetting important things.

    • You see the impact of your neurodivergence in your relationships.

    • You continue to have the same fights.

    • It feels like you’re speaking two different languages.

    • You are frustrated and irritated with one another.

    • You, your partner, or maybe both of you have ADHD, autism, or neurodivergence and feel the impact on your relationship.

    • You experience chronic arguing with your partner.

    • You feeling emotionally distant from your partner.

    • You feel communication breakdowns.

  • You might:

    • Not feel like yourself anymore.

    • Feel invisible and invalidated by providers.

    • Struggle with brain fog and mood swings.

    • Feel physical and mental changes that are disrupting your life.

You don’t have to stay stuck in the same place. Together, we will identify what’s keeping you stuck and create a clear path forward.

Therapy that creates change, not just endless talking.

Hi, I’m Kathryn Shaffer.

Licensed Professional Counselor, Ed.S

I believe change is possible when you have a safe space to be heard and clear guidance to move forward.

I work with adults and couples navigating ADHD, neurodivergence, perimenopause, menopause, and relationship issues. Therapy is a place to gain the tools you need to get unstuck.

Whether you are navigating these struggles on your own or in a relationship, it is possible to feel confident and connected again. Therapy with me is nonjudgemental, clarifying, and action oriented.

My approach is a good fit if you’re ready to take meaningful steps toward the life and relationships you want. Clients often leave sessions feeling heard, confident, and clear in their next steps.

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Specialties

  • The Gottman Method is a research-based therapy that helps couples improve communication, deepen intimacy, and resolve conflict. It focuses on improving communication habits and building a stronger friendship. The therapy teaches the couple tools to understand each other's feelings and to better handle daily stress.

  • EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) is a powerful tool that can help you heal from trauma and shift patterns that keep you feeling stuck. Through EMDR, many clients experience greater emotional freedom, relief from distressing experiences, and a deeper sense of ease in their daily lives and relationships.

  • ACT (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy) helps you respond to anxiety, stress, self-doubt, and difficult emotions in healthier ways. Instead of feeling stuck in patterns that aren’t serving you, ACT helps you build tools to move forward with more confidence and intention.

  • The brain fog, sleep issues, mood swings, and physical changes all take a toll. With the right support, it’s possible to feel more grounded, confident, and like yourself again during this important life transition.

  • Managing daily tasks can feel exhausting, and starting important projects may feel overwhelming or impossible at times. Therapy can help you better understand how your brain works and build tools and systems that support a more confident, manageable daily life.

  • When one or both partners are neurodivergent, it can shape nearly every part of your relationship dynamic. Together, we can build deeper understanding, improve communication, and create the connection you both want to experience.

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Groups

(Coming Soon) Fill out my contact form to join the waiting list.

  • The transition into perimenopause and menopause can bring overwhelming physical and emotional changes, including anxiety, brain fog, sleep struggles, and shifts in mood.

    You are not alone, and you are not “crazy.” This group offers a supportive space to connect with other women navigating the same season of life, gain practical tools, and feel more empowered through the transition.

  • ADHD can impact focus, motivation, emotional regulation, and daily responsibilities. Join a supportive group where you can feel understood, gain practical tools, and connect with others navigating similar challenges.

The Therapy Process

  • We’ll start with a 15-minute free phone consultation. You’ll share what you’re looking for from therapy and I’ll share how I work to see if we are a good fit to work together.

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  • In our first session, we’ll identify your goals for therapy. Our work will be focused on helping you reach those goals.

  • Our work will be tailored to your unique needs and goals. I create a space where you and/or your partner can freely share what’s weighing on you.

    As you share what you’re struggling with I’ll help you feel more connected and clear in your experience. From there, we will come up with a way forward that works for you. I’ll offer actionable steps that you can apply right away.

  • The tools you build in our work will help you approach your life and relationships with more clarity, ease, and resilience. This doesn’t mean difficult things won’t happen, but that when they do you’ll know how to navigate them with confidence.

Training and Education

  • Bachelors in Sociology University of New Mexico

  • Masters in Clinical Mental Health Counseling Harding University

  • Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Trained

  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Trained

  • Neurodiverse Couples Trained (AANE)

  • Gottman Method Couples Therapy Level 1 (in progress)

  • Licensed Professional Counselor in Arkansas #P2409007

Frequently Asked Questions

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    • Free Initial Consultation

    • 50-min Individual Therapy: $130

    • 60-min Couples or Family Session: $150

  • I offer in-person therapy at my office in Bentonville, AR. I also offer online therapy to all residents in Arkansas.

  • I am currently not in network with any insurance, but I have applied to be in network with the companies listed below. You are welcome to reach out to let me know you’d like to work together and you can either begin as cash-pay then transition to insurance or I can email you when I am fully paneled.

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield

    • Aetna

    • Qual Choice

    • Evernorth - Cigna’s Mental Health Company

    • Ambetter

    • Medicare