🌅Catherine Shafer

Counselor

Our incredible Counselor, Catherine Shafer, brings a wealth of experience and a truly compassionate approach to the Sunrise Recovery team. As a Licensed CDCA II, she has dedicated 8 and a half years to the field of addiction recovery, helping countless individuals navigate their path to healing.

In her vital role, Catherine is at the heart of our clinical services. She expertly facilitates engaging group therapy sessions, provides insightful individualized counseling, conducts thorough initial assessments, and meticulously develops personalized treatment plans. Catherine is also there for our clients during their most challenging moments, offering support through crisis sessions.

Catherine's philosophy is deeply rooted in understanding the human experience. She firmly believes that "hurt people, hurt people," and she is committed to utilizing trauma-informed care to help clients transform their past pain into powerful fuel for their recovery journey.

When she's not empowering individuals in therapy, Catherine loves to unwind by crocheting EVERYTHING! It's a wonderful, creative outlet that showcases her meticulous nature and dedication.