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Refer a Client
Micah accepts referrals from OBs, pediatricians, midwives, doulas, psychiatrists, and fellow therapists across Illinois. If you have a client — a new dad, a couple navigating a major transition, or an individual ready to do meaningful work — I'd be happy to connect with them. All sessions are conducted virtually, making it easy for your clients to access care without adding another commute to an already full life.
Micah Shapiro is a licensed therapist and one of only four male Perinatal Mental Health Certified (PMH-C) clinicians in Illinois. With over a decade of clinical experience, Micah specializes in helping new dads, couples, and motivated adults resolve inner conflict, process painful history, and show up more fully in their relationships and lives.
Services Offered:
→ Therapy for New & Expectant Fathers
→ Couples & Marriage Counseling
→ Trauma Therapy
→ Individual Therapy
→ Premarital Therapy
TREATMENT MODALITIES:
→ EMDR
→ ACT
→ Psychodynamic Therapy
Why Refer to Micah?
Rare specialization
Dad-first perspective
Insurance accepted
One of only 4 male PMH-C certified therapists in Illinois — uniquely positioned to support fathers navigating perinatal mental health challenges that often go unaddressed.
Micah is a father himself. He brings lived experience alongside clinical expertise — male clients in particular find it easier to open up when they feel genuinely understood.
In-network with BlueCross BlueShield, UnitedHealthcare/Optum, and Aetna PPO plans. Out-of-network and self-pay clients also welcome.
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