Greetings!
My name is Renee Shacochis and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW-C) in the state of Maryland. I graduated with my Masters of Social Work, (concentration in Clinical Mental Health), from the University of Maryland-Baltimore in 2011. Throughout the last 10 years of my professional experience, I've been providing individual, family, and group therapy services to adults, families, and children from a variety of different backgrounds. Much of my experience has been working with clients who are seeking help with depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, adjustment issues, parenting struggles, relationship problems and communication challenges.
I believe that through our challenging life experiences, we ALL can grow by increasing our self-awareness and insight. I value treating every individual with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I believe that building a strong rapport and therapeutic alliance is an essential part of having successful outcomes in therapy. My approach to therapy is client-centered and strengths based. When developing goals and interventions for counseling I may draw on a variety of clinical treatment modalities, however always guided by each person’s unique and specific needs.
I am currently offering messaging, live chat, and phone sessions on a case by case basis. Please note that I may have some scheduling flexibility in addition to the availability reflected in my calendar. You are welcome to reach out through messaging if you would like to explore additional options that may be more convenient for you.
Whether this is your first experience seeking therapy, or if you have participated in therapy before, please know that I am committed to approaching our work together at a pace that is productive and comfortable for you. I would be honored to support you through whatever life challenges you are currently facing, and I look forward to hearing from you!
Additional areas of focus: Family conflicts, Grief, Anger management, Career difficulties, Coping with life changes, Compassion fatigue, ADHD
Clinical approaches: Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy
MD LCSW-C 17019
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Renee Shacochis. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with BetterHelp might be different.
I came to BetterHelp when I had just experienced a romantic breakup, and four or more friend breakups all during pandemic. I wanted perspective from a licensed pro on what I had done that led to this moment, and how to learn and improve from it. Renee was a kind and supportive presence throughout all of my word vomit and ramblings, and was complimentary about how I had decided to seek help. She was patient and a calm, grounding force. She was available at the outset twice a week at times, and always responsive on text messages.
Everyone’s situation is different. But you can expect a kind ear and complimentary voice from her. She was the first therapist I tried, and I don’t know what it would be like to work with another. But I’m satisfied with my care at the moment, as my therapy was based on a single event and discussing it.
Written on Aug 25, 2021 after therapy with Renee for 2 months on issues concerning relationship issues, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
Renee is kind and compassionate . She asks great questions that lead me to think about my actions. I have just been really pleased with how comfortable I am with her. She is professional yet down to earth.she has also helped me to deal with situations that confuse me and hurt me. I really like her
Written on Jul 23, 2021 after therapy with Renee for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, coping with life changes, and adhd
In a short amount of time, Renee has been wonderful to talk with and she has been supportive in many ways. I feel comfortable speaking to her and she definitely provides feedback on what we discuss and the different approaches I can take at things that bother me or have me feeling down some days.
Written on Jun 26, 2021 after therapy with Renee for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, and compassion fatigue
This is my first time with counseling and it has been super helpful. Renee has been excellent’ Great listener and she understand the core of whatever issue I’m going through. I highly recommend these services.
Written on Jun 13, 2021 after therapy with Renee for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, self esteem, and career difficulties
Renee has been very kind and supportive. She is engaged and asks questions that help me reconsider things in a new light.
Written on Jun 03, 2021 after therapy with Renee for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, intimacy-related issues, career difficulties, and coping with life changes