Margaret Shouse, LPC, Northbrook, IL

About Margaret Shouse

Clientele seen

Teenagers (13-17)

Seniors (65+)

Young adults (18-24)

Individuals

Adults (25-64)

Treatment approaches

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)

Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Narrative

Eclectic

Person-Centered

Identity

Gender

Female

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Margaret Shouse

I am here to meet you where you are at and to give you a safe comfortable space to feel heard and understood. I welcome you to contact me directly for a free 15-20 minute consultation. This gives us a chance to get to know each other better and determine if we would be a good fit before scheduling a first appointment!

What should a new client know about working with you?

The ups and downs of everyday life can not only cause you uncertainty and exhaustion but can also make individuals feel stuck with what to do next. This can lead to us doubting our self-worth and our ability to live a more fulfilling life. As a therapist, I am here to meet you where you are at in this moment. I want to lend you a listening ear and provide you comfort in knowing that you have my full support. Any consistent nervousness or doubts will be met with kindness and patience as we work together to help navigate how to make your life more enjoyable.

What is your typical process for working with clients?

Each session of mine looks completely different. That is because I take my time to get to know each and every client and build our relationship so that our session can look however the client feels is the best way to do therapy. This is your time and it is valuable so I build my sessions around my clients needs and what they are looking for. While I do talk therapy, our sessions can explore a variety of different approaches. I find the one that works best is an eclectic approach, meaning I do not have just one way of doing therapy. By creating a supportive and trusting therapeutic relationship with the client, we create their sessions together. If that means just needing a space to vent, then we do that. If you want specific coping strategies we can work on that. Every session is unique because I believe you cannot just plan a therapy session. It happens naturally and it is a collaborative effort between the client and the therapist. I also practice from a person-centered approach, in which genuine connection, trust and care between the therapist and client is critical to client growth. I support a variety of clients on navigating life changes and challenges including generalized anxiety, panic disorder, depression, substance use/addiction, and ADHD.

In-network insurances

Popular visit reasons

Agoraphobia

Hoarding Disorder

New Patient Visit

Pain Management Consultation

Psychosexual Evaluation

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Sleep Problems

Agoraphobia

Hoarding Disorder

New Patient Visit

Pain Management Consultation

Office location

Margaret Shouse, LPC also offers online video visits for patients

Effective Artistry

1340 Shermer Rd, Ste 280, Northbrook, IL 60062

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Education and background

Practice names

Effective Artistry

Education and training

Roosevelt University, Master's in Clinical Mental Health Counseling

NPI number

1518633395

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Frequently asked questions

How soon can I make an appointment with Margaret Shouse?

Generally, Margaret Shouse has appointments available on Zocdoc within 1 week. You can see Margaret Shouse's earliest availability on Zocdoc and make an appointment online.

Is Margaret Shouse accepting new patients?

Margaret Shouse generally accepts new patients on Zocdoc. You can see Margaret Shouse's earliest availability on Zocdoc and schedule an appointment online.

Does Margaret Shouse accept my insurance?

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Can I make an appointment with Margaret Shouse online?

Yes, you can make an appointment online with Margaret Shouse using Zocdoc. It’s simple, secure, and free.

What practice does Margaret Shouse work with?

Margaret Shouse works with Effective Artistry.

Where is Margaret Shouse's office located?

Margaret Shouse has 2 office locations, including in Northbrook and Spillertown, view full addresses on Margaret Shouse's profile.

What are common reasons for patients to see Margaret Shouse?

Margaret Shouse frequently sees patients for New Patient Visit, Pain Management Consultation, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Sleep Problems. You can see other visit reasons for Margaret Shouse on their profile.