Matthew Shaffer, LCSW

Matthew Shaffer, LCSW

Psychotherapist
IL
Do you seek positive change and self-growth? I am a therapist with Master’s degree from University of Chicago and Bachelor’s from Dartmouth College. I believe in building trustful relationships, and teaching self-questioning and pattern recognition. By understanding yourself and your social environment, I guide you to challenge existing assumptions and try new approaches. I use Dialectical Behavioral Therapy Skills, Motivational Interviewing, and Social Thinking to support individuals, including those with Autism Spectrum Diagnoses. I hold a Master's from University of Chicago and a Bachelor's from Dartmouth College. My training includes DBT Skills, Motivational Interviewing, and support for individuals with Autism Spectrum Diagnoses. I use these skills to help clients challenge thoughts and actions. I look forward to working together!

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About Matthew Shaffer

Focus areas

Anxiety
Psychotherapy
Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Therapy
Depression

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)
Individuals
Adults (25-64)
Seniors (65+)

Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
Dialectical (DBT)
Strength-Based
Motivational Interviewing

Identity

Gender

Male

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Matthew Shaffer

Do you seek positive change and self-growth? I am a therapist with Master’s degree from University of Chicago and Bachelor’s from Dartmouth College. I believe in building trustful relationships, and teaching self-questioning and pattern recognition. By understanding yourself and your social environment, I guide you to challenge existing assumptions and try new approaches. I use Dialectical Behavioral Therapy Skills, Motivational Interviewing, and Social Thinking to support individuals, including those with Autism Spectrum Diagnoses. I hold a Master's from University of Chicago and a Bachelor's from Dartmouth College. My training includes DBT Skills, Motivational Interviewing, and support for individuals with Autism Spectrum Diagnoses. I use these skills to help clients challenge thoughts and actions. I look forward to working together!

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Popular visit reasons

Anxiety
Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Autism Spectrum Disorder
Bereavement / Grief Counseling
Depression
Psychotherapy
Stress
Therapy
Anxiety
Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Autism Spectrum Disorder
Bereavement / Grief Counseling

Education and background

Practice names

Education and training

  • University of Chicago: Hyde Park, Master's in Art Therapy
  • Dartmouth College, Bachelor's

NPI number

1912277500

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