Dr. Anthony Shay, LPC
Compassionate counselor for practical parenting support
Explore online therapy options- Years in practice
- 3
- Credentials
- LPC
- Licensed in
- Wisconsin
- Languages
- English
- Focus
- Stress, Anxiety
- Focus
- Trauma and abuse
- Focus
- Anger management
About Anthony
Dr. Anthony Shay is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in Wisconsin. He holds a Doctorate in Education and a master’s degree in Professional Counseling from Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota.
Dr. Shay brings three years of clinical experience to his practice and focuses on practical help for everyday struggles parents and individuals face. He prefers a straightforward, collaborative style.
Sessions are focused on understanding current problems and finding skills that fit daily life.
Background and approach
He draws from several evidence-based approaches and adapts them to what each person needs in the moment. Common concerns he addresses include stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, anger, depression, and parenting challenges. He also supports people facing addiction, relationship and intimacy issues, grief, ADHD, and coping with life changes.
Dr. Shay lists additional focus areas such as chronic illness, communication problems, and compassion fatigue. In sessions he blends practical exercises with time to reflect.
Clients can expect to learn tools for managing strong emotions and improving communication. He also helps people explore values and make changes that match their priorities. Dr.
Shay offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. Sessions are structured to fit work and family schedules, and the subscription for care can be canceled at any time.
What Anthony works with
Everything Anthony lists, in the therapist's own terms. Parenting is the reason this directory exists; the rest shows what else Anthony helps people with.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Trauma and abuse
- Anger management
- Self esteem
- Career difficulties
- Addictions
- Relationship issues
- Family conflicts
- Grief
- Intimacy-related issues
- Parenting issues
- Bipolar disorder
- Depression
- Coping with life changes
- Compassion fatigue
- ADHD
- Aging and geriatric issues
- Chronic pain, illness, and disability
- Co-morbidity
- Communication problems
- Control issues
- Dissociation
- Divorce and separation
- Domestic violence
- Drug and alcohol addiction
- Emptiness
- Forgiveness
- Guilt and shame
- Impulsivity
- Infidelity
- Isolation / loneliness
- Life purpose
- Men's issues
- Mood disorders
- Panic disorder and panic attacks
- Post-traumatic stress
- Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)
- Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
- Sex addiction
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Somatization
- Workplace issues
Approaches Anthony lists
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Attachment-Based Therapy
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
- Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
- Gottman Method
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Somatic Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
Listing an approach is not evidence of training in it. This directory copies what each therapist names and does not check training records.
Approaches that guide online sessions
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT, focuses on helping people clarify what matters to them and take steps toward those values even when feelings are difficult. It is often used for anxiety, stress, and life changes. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at how thoughts and behaviors keep problems going and teaches practical skills to change those patterns; it is helpful for anxiety, depression, and anger. Attachment-Based Therapy pays attention to how past relationships shape current connections and can help with intimacy, trust, and communication struggles.Finding the right approach is a team effort. The therapist will listen to your goals and try different ways of working until a good fit emerges. You and the therapist will check in regularly to see what helps and adjust the plan as needed.
Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. Video sessions are good for in-depth work and visual cues. Phone calls can be a lower-bandwidth option and helpful when a quieter setting is available. Live chat or text messaging can work well for brief check-ins, coaching between sessions, or when typing feels easier. These options make it simpler to fit therapy into busy days and to continue work between appointments.
Questions people ask about Anthony
What kinds of issues does Dr. Shay help with?
He works with a wide range of concerns including stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, anger, depression, parenting, addictions, relationship and intimacy issues, and coping with life changes.
What is his therapeutic style like?
He uses a practical, collaborative approach that focuses on current problems and skills you can use at home. Sessions typically mix reflection with actionable strategies.
How much clinical experience does he have?
Dr. Shay has three years of experience working in clinical settings after completing his graduate training.
What credentials and location are listed for this therapist?
He is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Wisconsin and holds a Doctorate in Education plus a master’s degree in Professional Counseling from Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and Dr. Shay also accepts international clients.
What session formats are available?
He offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to fit different schedules and needs.
How does pricing work for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions are delivered via a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.
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