Dr. Rachel Dawkins
LCSW focusing on trauma, relationships, and anxiety care
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About
Dr. Rachel Dawkins, LCSW, holds a doctorate degree in social work and is licensed to practice in Illinois. With nine years of clinical experience, she specializes in trauma, family, couples, and individual counseling. Her practice draws on a range of structured and trauma-focused methods to support people navigating complex emotional and relational challenges.
She works with people experiencing anxiety, depression, post-traumatic stress, dissociative identity concerns, and attachment-related difficulties. Dr. Dawkins is qualified to perform EMDR and TF-CBT, has training in DBT, and regularly uses cognitive behavioral therapy as part of treatment planning. Those skills guide how she assesses presenting concerns and selects interventions.
Her approach emphasizes collaboration and clarity. Dr. Dawkins partners with each person to identify goals and choose practical strategies that fit their circumstances, balancing skills-based work with trauma processing and relationship-focused exploration. She practices from Illinois and draws on her doctoral training to inform clinical decision making and case formulation.
She works with people experiencing anxiety, depression, post-traumatic stress, dissociative identity concerns, and attachment-related difficulties. Dr. Dawkins is qualified to perform EMDR and TF-CBT, has training in DBT, and regularly uses cognitive behavioral therapy as part of treatment planning. Those skills guide how she assesses presenting concerns and selects interventions.
Her approach emphasizes collaboration and clarity. Dr. Dawkins partners with each person to identify goals and choose practical strategies that fit their circumstances, balancing skills-based work with trauma processing and relationship-focused exploration. She practices from Illinois and draws on her doctoral training to inform clinical decision making and case formulation.
- Location:
- Illinois, United States
- Years Experience:
- 9
- Gender:
- Female
- Languages Spoken:
- English
- Therapist of Color:
- No
- Communication Options:
- Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging
Specialties
Primary area of focus:Stress, Anxiety, Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Trauma and abuse, Depression
Credentials & Verification
- Credentials: IL LCSW 149024431
- NPI Number: 1235506692
- License: LCSW (Illinois)
Remote clinical methods
Dr. Dawkins offers therapy using several evidence-informed approaches that translate to video, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging. EMDR is one option she is qualified to provide; it involves structured phases that help a person process disturbing memories while attending to current thinking and emotions. When appropriate, EMDR can be paired with other interventions to support trauma processing.
TF-CBT, or trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy, provides a structured framework to explore how trauma affects thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, and to build coping skills. Cognitive behavioral therapy more broadly helps identify patterns of thinking and behavior and supports practical experiments to test new responses. Dr. Dawkins also brings training in DBT skills which can be used to support emotion regulation and interpersonal effectiveness.
She aims to collaborate with each person to select the approaches and pace that feel right for their goals. Remote sessions are offered by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging depending on the client’s preference and the needs discussed in initial intake.
What is Dr. Rachel Dawkins' clinical background?
She holds a doctorate degree in social work and has nine years of clinical experience working in trauma, family, couples, and individual counseling.
What credentials and licensure does she have?
Dr. Dawkins is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and holds an Illinois license: IL LCSW 149024431.
Which languages does she offer therapy in?
Therapy is provided in English.
Where is she based?
Dr. Dawkins practices in Illinois.
How can clients work with her remotely?
She offers remote sessions through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does she accept clients from outside the United States?
This profile states she is not accepting international clients.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies by location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started with Dr. Dawkins?
To begin, use the Start Therapy button and complete a short matching questionnaire to initiate the process.