Rachelle Belott Filipiak , LPC

Rachelle Belott Filipiak is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) who holds a master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from the University of Wisconsin-Stout. With five years of clinical experience, she has developed a broad skill set from roles in a domestic violence shelter for women, a college counseling center, a medium-security correctional facility for men, and outpatient mental health services for people of all ages and concerns.

Her practice blends modern, holistic, and interpersonal perspectives, drawing on elements from different therapeutic theories to meet the needs of each individual. Rachelle focuses on helping people reduce emotional distress by identifying obstacles and learning new ways to change thoughts and behaviors. Her areas of expertise include stress, anxiety, relationship and family difficulties, trauma and abuse, depression, addictions, grief, eating concerns, parenting challenges, ADHD, and other life transitions.

She aims to empower individuals to refine coping skills so they can manage future challenges with greater confidence and independence. Grounded in an approachable, supportive stance, Rachelle works collaboratively with people to move beyond mere survival and toward a more satisfying, resilient life.

Approaches That Guide Online Care

Rachelle draws from evidence-based approaches that translate well to remote work. Attachment-Based Therapy examines patterns in close relationships and the ways early bonds shape current trust and connection; it can be helpful for relationship difficulties, abandonment concerns, and attachment issues. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes a respectful, nonjudgmental stance where the therapist supports the client’s own goals and pacing; this approach is useful for building self-esteem, processing life changes, and strengthening coping skills. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, which can reduce symptoms of anxiety, depression, and stress.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Rachelle works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences. Licensed professionals often blend techniques over time to match what helps most.

Online therapy offers flexibility that can make consistent care easier to maintain. Sessions may take place by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging, allowing people to connect from home, during breaks, or while traveling. These options increase accessibility and make it simpler to fit therapy into busy lives while working toward meaningful change.