Rachel Shapiro, LPC, IL | Psychotherapist

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About Rachel Shapiro

Clientele seen

Children (<13)

Adults (25-64)

Couples

Teenagers (13-17)

Seniors (65+)

Families

Young adults (18-24)

Individuals

Treatment approaches

Adlerian

Compassion Focused

Attachment-based

Culturally Sensitive

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Eclectic

Identity

Gender

Female

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Rachel Shapiro

Rachel is a licensed professional counselor (LPC) and received her Master’s of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling with a Child and Adolescent Specialization from Northwestern University. She also obtained her bachelor’s degree in Theatre & Music Theatre from Northwestern University. Prior to entering this field, Rachel worked as an actor, small business owner, and drama teacher. As a teacher she worked with children and adolescents from varying backgrounds and helped them build confidence and self-esteem using theater as a tool for self expression. She feels her work as an actor has given her insight into the human experience and a great deal of empathy for all people.

What should a new client know about working with you?

Rachel takes an integrative approach to counseling that is heavily influenced by Psychodynamic, Adlerian, and Person-Centered theoretical modalities. She is interested in how a person’s early attachment styles and interactions influence their behavioral patterns, daily functioning, and relationships. She employs a strengths-based, and collaborative approach to the work that is tailored to the needs of each client and focuses on fostering resilience, autonomy, and self-awareness. Rachel places great importance on creating an environment that feels safe and comforting for her clients through the development of a strong therapeutic alliance. She is a trauma-informed clinician and is especially attuned to the experiences of postpartum people, including those who experienced pregnancy and/or birth trauma. Rachel is also interested in the dynamics of play for children and believes play functions as language that can provide great insight into a child’s feelings and non-verbalized experience. She has almost completed her certification as a Registered Play Therapist.

What is your typical process for working with clients?

Rachel's specializations include working with Anxiety, Depression, Postpartum Anxiety & Depression, Birth trauma, Emotional regulation and expression, Family Dynamics, ADHD, Trauma, Grief, Life transition, and Self esteem. Rachel has a specialty working with children, adolescents, families and couples.

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Popular visit reasons

Hoarding Disorder

New Patient Visit

Pain Management Consultation

Pre-Move In Couples Counseling

Psychosexual Evaluation

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Sleep Problems

Hoarding Disorder

New Patient Visit

Pain Management Consultation

Pre-Move In Couples Counseling

Office locations

Rachel Shapiro, LPC also offers online video visits for patients

Progressive Psychological Healthcare (1 of 3)

2551 N Clark St, Ste 300, Chicago, IL 60614

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Progressive Psychological Healthcare (2 of 3)

1100 W Lake Cook Rd, Ste 210, Buffalo Grove, IL 60089

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Progressive Psychological Healthcare (3 of 3)

750 W. Lake Cook Road, Suite 190, Buffalo Grove, IL 60089

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Education and background

Practice names

Progressive Psychological Healthcare

Education and training

Northwestern University, Master's in Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Northwestern University (Bachelor's)

NPI number

1952868465

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Frequently asked questions

How soon can I make an appointment with Rachel Shapiro?

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Is Rachel Shapiro accepting new patients?

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Can I make an appointment with Rachel Shapiro online?

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What practice does Rachel Shapiro work with?

Rachel Shapiro works with Progressive Psychological Healthcare.

Where is Rachel Shapiro's office located?

Rachel Shapiro has 7 office locations, including in Buffalo Grove, Chicago, and Spillertown, view full addresses on Rachel Shapiro's profile.

What are common reasons for patients to see Rachel Shapiro?

Rachel Shapiro 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 Rachel Shapiro on their profile.