I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a trauma-informed, hands on, client-centered approach. I help individuals navigate challenges like addiction, PTSD, anxiety, self-esteem and relationship issues including co-dependency by creating a safe space to explore what’s underneath the pain. My goal is to support you in healing, building healthier coping skills, and creating a life that feels more grounded, connected, and authentic.
What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?
Clients can expect to walk away from sessions with a better understanding of themselves, practical tools to manage emotions, and a sense of being truly heard. My goal is to help clients feel more grounded, empowered, and supported—not just in the session, but in their everyday life. Whether we’re working through trauma, addiction, anxiety, or relationship challenges, I focus on helping clients build insight, develop healthier coping strategies, and shift the patterns that no longer serve them. Sessions aren’t about judgment or quick fixes—they’re about doing the work together, step by step, in a space that feels safe, honest, and real. Over time, clients often report feeling more in control, more connected to themselves, and more hopeful about their future.
Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.
My greatest strengths as a provider is my ability to create a safe, nonjudgmental space where clients feel seen, heard, and accepted exactly as they are. I balance compassion with honesty—I’ll hold space for your pain, but I’ll also challenge you when it’s needed to support growth. I’m trauma-informed, attuned to the deeper “why” behind behaviors, and skilled in helping clients untangle emotional overwhelm, self-sabotage, and shame. I also bring consistency, emotional presence, and a deep belief that healing is possible—even when it doesn’t feel that way yet.
Describe the client(s) you are best positioned to serve.
I’m best working with clients who feel overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected—especially those navigating ADHD, depression, anxiety, addiction or trauma. I work well with individuals who may look “put together” on the outside but are silently struggling to manage racing thoughts, emotional ups and downs, or feelings of shame and self-doubt. Whether you're constantly battling your inner critic, burnt out from trying to hold everything together, or unsure where to even begin, I provide a supportive, structured space to slow down, sort through it, and find real, sustainable relief. I especially connect with clients who need someone both compassionate and direct—someone who gets it, but won’t let them stay stuck.
About Rachel Given
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Psychodynamic
With five years of clinical experience specializing in trauma-informed care, I utilize psychodynamic therapy to support clients in understanding the underlying emotional roots of their struggles, particularly those linked to trauma. My approach focuses on exploring unconscious patterns, early experiences, and repressed emotions, helping clients gain insight into how past traumas may influence their current thoughts, behaviors, and relationships. This work has been instrumental in helping individuals uncover and process deep-seated pain, fostering self-awareness, resilience, and lasting healing within a compassionate therapeutic environment.
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
With extensive experience in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), I specialize in supporting clients dealing with co-dependency, substance abuse, and co-occurring disorders such as depression and anxiety. My approach focuses on helping individuals recognize and transform unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors that often contribute to these challenges. Through CBT, I work with clients to build healthier relationships, improve self-esteem, and develop effective coping skills for managing cravings, negative emotions, and anxious thoughts. This therapeutic process empowers clients to make meaningful changes, fostering resilience, self-reliance, and overall mental well-being in their recovery journey.
Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
With a specialization in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), I am experienced in supporting clients with Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD), helping them build skills to manage intense emotions, reduce self-destructive behaviors, and improve their relationships. DBT's focus on mindfulness, emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness is particularly effective for individuals with BPD, offering structured techniques to navigate overwhelming feelings and challenging situations. Through this approach, I guide clients in cultivating balance, resilience, and self-compassion, enabling them to make meaningful changes and achieve greater stability and satisfaction in their daily lives and relationships.