Rachael Cutts, LCPC

Rachael Cutts is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) practicing in Illinois with 18 years of professional experience. She has supported people working through addictions, stress and anxiety, relationship difficulties, low motivation, self-esteem and confidence concerns, depression, and the challenges of major life changes.

Rachael believes each person is the expert of their own story and brings strengths that can be used to navigate difficult moments. Her approach emphasizes recognizing those strengths and building practical steps to move past what feels limiting.

Taking the first step toward a more fulfilling and happier life often requires courage, and Rachael provides steady, supportive guidance throughout that process. She partners with clients to clarify goals, explore options, and develop skills to manage symptoms and adapt to change.

Therapeutic approaches and flexible online care

Rachael uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to help clients clarify their values and take committed actions that align with what matters most to them. ACT is useful for people struggling with anxiety, depression, avoidance, and life transitions because it emphasizes living a meaningful life despite difficult thoughts or feelings.

She also draws on Client-Centered Therapy, which focuses on empathy, respect, and collaboration. This approach helps clients explore emotions and decisions at their own pace while feeling heard and understood.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is another core method in her work, aimed at identifying unhelpful thought patterns and developing practical strategies to change behavior and reduce symptoms of stress, anxiety, and depression.

Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the process, and Rachael works collaboratively with clients and licensed professionals to determine which methods best match individual needs, goals, and preferences. She adapts the plan as therapy progresses to ensure the best possible fit.

Online therapy options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, which offer greater flexibility for scheduling and make it easier to access care from many locations. These formats allow clients to engage in therapy in ways that fit their daily routines and life demands.