Licensed Therapist Drake Schoeppl - About Me

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My name is Drake Schoeppl, LCSW. I'm a licensed therapist practicing in Florida, California, Virginia, and Illinois. With years of experience in holistic mental health, I specialize in treating PTSD, OCD, anxiety, and complex trauma, as well as providing LGBTQ+ counseling for individuals and their families. My approach is trauma-informed, recognizing the importance of culture in treatment. I have worked in various roles, including as a crisis therapist responding to 911 calls related to mental health, on an inpatient psychiatric unit, and in a substance use rehabilitation center, alongside youth and young adults within the LGBTQ+ community.

Sometimes life can feel unmanageable on our own, leading us to seek help. I'm here to help normalize therapy and acknowledge the discomfort that often accompanies it. With training in EMDR, I specialize in holistic mental health approaches to assist in processing traumatic memories and the thoughts that arise from them. My expertise extends to individuals dealing with chronic anxiety, OCD, complex trauma, emotional dysregulation, sex therapy, addiction, LGBTQ+ counseling, and everyday life stressors that can be overwhelming.

In my practice, I utilize a holistic approach that draws from multiple modalities to help regulate emotions, manage anxiety and panic, and facilitate healing from past trauma. It’s crucial to consider a trauma-informed perspective while also respecting the cultural backgrounds of those I work with, ensuring a comprehensive support process.

I'm dedicated to meeting you where you are and collaborating on your personal goals. My focus is not on judgment or imposing my beliefs but rather fostering open, two-way communication in therapy. I aim to create a space where you feel comfortable being honest about your experiences and my therapy style, as I believe that our relationship and the trust we build together are the most vital components of effective therapy.

I'm a gay, half-Latino/half-white individual who believes that intersectionality plays a vital role in holistic mental health and therapy. Growing up in South Florida, I was surrounded by a diverse community that shaped my understanding of the world. I recognize that culture and identity significantly influence our perspectives. Engaging in LGBTQ+ counseling involves being culturally informed and discussing individuals' unique upbringings and identities, which is essential for a deeper self-understanding. I strive to comprehend one's cultural background and aspects of their identity to effectively implement trauma-informed therapy in my practice.