Rae Shen
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC (she, her)
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
4 Endorsed
3209 North Lakewood Avenue, Chicago, IL 60657
Let's Connect (872) 324-3013
English
| 中文 Many clients come to therapy feeling anxious, disconnected, or unsure of how to balance self-expectations and others’ needs. I offer a warm, affirming, and trauma-informed space to help you untangle overwhelm, build confidence, and reconnect with your values. My approach integrates mindfulness, solution-focused, and relational methods to create real, sustainable change. Whether you’re navigating identity shifts, relationship patterns, or burnout, I’ll help you find clarity and compassion for yourself.
I support adults navigating anxiety, identity shifts, relationships, and self-esteem. Using trauma-informed, culturally sensitive care, I blend mindfulness, CBT, and relational therapy to help you reduce overwhelm, understand patterns, and build confidence and connection.
You don’t have to sort things out alone. I offer a warm, supportive space to explore what you’re feeling and what you need. If you’re ready to start healing or want tools to feel more grounded, reach out for a free consultation. Together we can find a path that fits you.
Call or Email Rae Shen now for a free 15 minute consultation - (872) 324-3013
Let's Connect (872) 324-3013
Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $130
- Couple Sessions $130
- Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
Payment Methods
ACH Bank transfer, American Express, Apple Cash, Cash, Check, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Paypal, Venmo, Visa, Wire, ZelleInsurance
- Aetna
- Allegiance
- Allied Benefits
- Ambetter
- Anthem
- Arc Best
- ASR As Physicians Care
- Bac
- Bac
- Benefit Management
- BHS | Behavioral Health Systems
- Blue Cross
- Blue Cross / Blue Shield
- Blue Shield
- BlueCross and BlueShield
- BlueShield of Northeastern New York
- Capital Blue Cross
- Choice Benefits
- Cigna and Evernorth
- Cigna and Evernorth
- ComPsych
- ConnectiCare
- Coventry
- Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Excellus BlueCross BlueShield
- First Health
- Golden Rule
- Government Employees Health Association (GEHA)
- Group Administrator
- Health Alliance
- Health Alliance Plan (HAP) of Michigan
- Health Net
- HealthPartners of MN and WI
- Highmark BCBS of Western New York
- Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield
- Humana
- Jhehp
- Johns Hopkins
- Magellan
- Managed Health Network (MHN)
- Medical Mutual
- Meridian
- Meritain Health
- MHNet Behavioral Health
- MultiPlan
- MultiPlan Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS)
- MVP Health Care
- Optum
- Oscar Health
- Oxford
- PBA
- Premera Blue Cross
- Priority Health
- Self-Pay
- Student Resources
- Surest
- Surest
- Telligen
- TRICARE
- TriWest
- Trustmark
- UAS / United All Savers
- United Medical Resources (UMR)
- UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
- University Health Alliance
- University of Pittsburgh Medical Center (UPMC) Hea
- UPMC Health
- WellCare
- Wellfleet
- Wellpoint
- Wellpoint | Amerigroup
- Zelis Healthcare
- Out of Network
Rae Shen
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (872) 324-3013
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Illinois / 178.022040 Rae Shen
- In Practice for 1 year
- Attended Northwestern University, MA
Education and Years In Practice
Rae Shen
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (872) 324-3013
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Self Esteem
Expertise
- ADHD
- Autism
- Codependency
- Coping Skills
- Eating Disorders
- Family Conflict
- Gambling
- Grief
- Lesbian
- LGBTQ+
- Life Transitions
- Marital and Premarital
- Mood Disorders
- Peer Relationships
- Racial Identity
- Relationship Issues
- Self-Harming
- Sleep or Insomnia
- Stress
- Trauma and PTSD
- Women's Issues
Rae Shen
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (872) 324-3013
4 Endorsements
Client Focus
Age
Teen ,
Adults
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Group
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied
Ethnicity
Asian
I also speak
Mandarin
Age
Teen ,
Adults
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Group
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied
Ethnicity
Asian
I also speak
Mandarin
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Culturally Sensitive
- Family / Marital
- Feminist
- Humanistic
- Integrative
- Internal Family Systems (IFS)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Narrative
- Person-Centered
- Psychobiological Approach Couple Therapy
- Psychodynamic
- Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
- Strength-Based
Rae Shen
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (872) 324-3013
Groups
Between Worlds: A Space for Acculturation Support
An open process group for adults navigating the complexities and richness of living between cultures. Together, we explore acculturative stress, identity, belonging, and the emotional impact of cultural value conflicts. This group provides a compassionate, trauma-informed space to reduce isolation, share experiences, and strengthen cultural resilience. Members will reflect on how cultural and social influences shape their sense of self, while fostering mutual understanding and connection. Ideal participants are open to self-exploration, curious about others’ experiences, and seeking a supportive community to grow and find belonging between worlds. Most Major Insurances Accepted.
Expertise
Anxiety
Depression
Peer Relationships
Types of Therapy
Trauma Focused
Age
Adults
Session Cost
$30
Group Meets
Every Thu 5:30 P.M. - 7 P.M.
Location
Virtual-Begins January 2026
Chicago, IL 60657
Email Rae Shen about this group or call - (872) 324-3013