What patients are saying
Overall rating
5.00
Average wait time
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
“Shawn was clear in his communication from the outset, and I appreciated that he opened with expectations-setting in our first session. Most importantly, he spent our first session taking inventory of what I was looking to accomplish and gathering background. I felt "heard" and he even gave me some insights I hadn't considered in our first session.
I am excited to see how our sessions progress, as I appreciate his focus on psychological education and making sure I understand the latest research and methods in the context of my own treatment plan. ”
Aaron Z.January 23, 2024Video visit
“Shawn has been the best therapist I've ever had. it's astonishing the amount of care he takes with my issues and how quickly and easily he remembers what I've said and connects the docs. I can't say anything bad about my sessions with him.”
Brian D.More than 1 year agoVideo visit
About Shawn Rill
Focus areas
Anxiety
Social Anxiety
Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Therapy
Depression
Clientele seen
Young adults (18-24)
Adults (25-64)
Individuals
Treatment approaches
Coaching
Eclectic
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Hypnotherapy
Dialectical (DBT)
Motivational Interviewing
Identity
Gender
MaleSexuality
StraightFaith
NonreligiousEthnicity
White
Languages spoken
English
Getting to know Shawn Rill
Here's the thing about me: I'm focused on getting you results. I hate to be blunt, but when it comes to improving confidence, reducing anxiety, or dealing with ADHD, that's what I excel at. I've spent years studying what works best for these issues and have developed an incredible process. This process provides specific tools you can apply right away to start seeing improvements. These improvements are then measured using scientifically validated instruments, ensuring that you can see the progress you're making.
To help you understand how I work, let's use a quick metaphor. Remember how, in the past, when you took your car to a mechanic, they would troubleshoot by trial and error to figure out what was and wasn't working? Then, advancements came along, and now all they need to do is hook your car up to a device that instantly diagnoses the issue. That's similar to how I operate. As soon as I identify what's going on, I share it with you and help you apply tools that will treat the problem in real time.
I hold a Master's in Social Work from the University of Maryland, which has equipped me with the knowledge and skills to support you effectively on your journey to better mental health.
What should a new client know about working with you?
I believe that the client is the expert in their lives and I seek to identify their inner and community resources, past examples of success, elicit their strengths, and honor their current achievements while acknowledging their stressors and challenges.
I find it important to identify the client's values - what is important to them - and how they both define their values and identify when they fulfill their values.
I also look for the solutions that the client is already using in their lives currently or in the past. If something is working - and it is not harming oneself or another - then use it. If new solutions are needed, then we can work together, collaboratively, to find what works best for you, the individual.
My mission is to help people make positive changes in their lives and to reach more of their potential. I have a background in mindfulness, meditation, life coaching, neuro-linguistic programming, hypnosis, and rational living therapy (a form of CBT).
In my counseling work, I use an eclectic toolkit from various brief therapies, behavioral therapies, and mindfulness. I utilize a behavioral framework while also being familiar with humanistic psychology and social constructivism.
I mostly lean on solution-focused brief therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, and mindfulness-based interventions. The "doingness" or "taking action" is an important aspect of my counseling work. If you are not willing to do some work, and at least be open to reaching a place where you are able to take responsibility for what you can control and how you can make changes in your life, then I am not the right counselor for you.
What is your typical process for working with clients?
There are many methods to change that work, but what they have in common is coming up with a strategy that works for the individual. A strategy the person is willing to do. Change does not need to be hard if someone is ready, open, and willing to make a change in their life. You do need to take an active role in the process, though. There are no magic pills. To get new results, new behaviors need to be practiced. It is through the repeated practice of new thoughts, feelings, and behaviors along with access to supports and resources that creates change in one’s life.
We are creatures of habit. A lot of our day has been practiced and we are simply going through the motions. A lot of our problems are practiced habits. Whether it is learned behavior, an unhealthy coping mechanism, or an attempt to get our needs met.
It takes a change in our behaviors - our daily practices. Our daily patterns and routines compound through regular repetition every day and week and turn into our habits, rituals, and routines. We react to certain things, people, situations, and environments based upon how we have practiced over and over again.
However, that can be changed; we can create new patterns and learn to "respond" in the world instead of "reacting".
If we want to change the results that we are getting in our lives – the experiences that we are having – then we need to change what we are doing on a regular basis. Period.
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Education and background
Practice names
Education and training
- University of Maryland, Master's in Social Work
NPI number
1013796366
Patient reviews
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Overall rating
5.00
Wait time
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
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Excellent! Trustworthy and Comforting. A definite A++.
More than 1 year agoAS
Shawn was clear in his communication from the outset, and I appreciated that he opened with expectations-setting in our first session. Most importantly, he spent our first session taking inventory of what I was looking to accomplish and gathering background. I felt "heard" and he even gave me some insights I hadn't considered in our first session.
I am excited to see how our sessions progress, as I appreciate his focus on psychological education and making sure I understand the latest research and methods in the context of my own treatment plan.
January 23, 2024Aaron Z.Verified patientVideo visit
Shawn has been the best therapist I've ever had. it's astonishing the amount of care he takes with my issues and how quickly and easily he remembers what I've said and connects the docs. I can't say anything bad about my sessions with him.
More than 1 year agoBrian D.Verified patientVideo visit
A breath of fresh air! The insight Shawn was able to give was so helpful and I was able to actually create a plan of action and see things with a "big picture" perspective. Looking forward to our next session for sure! I am actually excited to see how this week goes and to aim to give a little more focus and grace to myself than I usually do. I couldn't recommend Shawn more if I tried!
More than 1 year agoSM
Shawn is a great listener and makes me feel like I am always heard when I speak. He addressed each topic I brought up and made me realize that there is a way to tackle my personal obstacles. I know that, working with him, I will be able to!
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What practice does Shawn Rill work with?
Shawn Rill works with Baltimore Counseling Center.
What are common reasons for patients to see Shawn Rill?
Shawn Rill frequently sees patients for Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Depression, Psychotherapy, Sleep Problems, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Shawn Rill on their profile.
What languages does Shawn Rill speak?
Shawn Rill speaks English.
How do patients rate Shawn Rill in reviews?
24 patients have reviewed Shawn Rill. The overall rating for this doctor is 5/5. They have a 5/5 rating for bedside manner and a 5/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.