Cappy Shapiro

What You Can Expect in Therapy

My integrative clinical practice draws from psychodynamic, somatic, and a liberation perspective. I listen both to the stories we tell, and for the places in the body where these stories are held. Many of the stories we have about ourselves come from external sources. Many of the painful narratives we carry were shaped by systems of oppression: cis- and heteronormativity, white supremacy, ableism, capitalism, and fatphobia tell us who we should be and what parts of ourselves are “too much” or “not enough.”

In therapy, I believe it’s not enough to just talk about the negative stories we’ve internalized. We also need to name the systems that created and sustained these stories. What happens when we see our shame, self-doubt, and feelings of unworthiness not as personal failures but as external means of influence and control? What I’ve observed is that we can reclaim our worth, joy, and connections.

Most of my clinical work is with LGBTQIA+ or questioning neurodivergent adults and teenagers who are in transition; whether that’s gender transition, parenthood, relationships, or identity shifts. My clients are often deep thinkers, creative souls, and people who feel things intensely. Therapy with me is a space to explore what’s real and important for you — at your own pace, with warmth, humor, and care.

My Approach to Supervision

In supervision, I show up the same way I do in therapy: grounded, curious, and collaborative. I see supervision as a shared exploration; a space to connect theory with lived experience, and to support your growth as a clinician and a human.

My approach is relational and reflective, with an emphasis on helping you find your own authentic voice. We might explore countertransference, attachment dynamics, or somatic cues in session; always with compassion and respect for your process. I value independence and creativity, and I love working with supervisees who are curious about integrative, affirming therapy for queer, trans, and neurodivergent communities.

At the heart of it, I believe good therapy, and good supervision, helps us feel aligned within ourselves and allows for expansion and connection.

About Cappy

Outside of therapy, I love spending time outdoors with my kids and tending to small land projects. I was diagnosed with ADHD/ADD in my 30s, which has explained a lot about how I navigate the world. In recent years I have taken an unexpected interest in paranormal—ufology, cryptozoology, and all things paranormal. I also love playing laser tag and reading about my special interests du jour.

The best things in my life are forests, endless curiosity, learning, working with my clients, and my family.