Hi, I'm Rachel, a Ph.D. candidate in Mind-Body Medicine and Integrative Mental Health. I am a licensed therapist with a specialized focus on LGBTQIA+ individuals, teens/adolescents, and survivors of domestic violence and trauma. With expertise in the intersection of emotional, psychological, and physical health, I integrate evidence-based mind-body practices to support healing and personal growth. I am passionate about promoting resilience and well-being, working to empower individuals to navigate complex challenges with a focus on self-compassion, emotional regulation, and holistic wellness. Committed to creating safe and inclusive spaces, I offer compassionate support to those affected by trauma, helping clients achieve greater balance, healing, and self-awareness.
What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?
In our first session together, we'll start with brief introductions, then dive into the specific challenges you're facing and what you're seeking from counseling. This will help me create a tailored plan for us to work through in follow-up sessions. We will finish up with aligning our schedules and finding the best time that works for you.
Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.
My greatest strengths as a provider are to foster a safe place where deep, meaningful self-exploration can occur, tailor a plan specifically for you and most importantly, bring humor and joy into sessions.
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Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
I apply Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) techniques by helping individuals identify and challenge negative thought patterns, develop healthier coping strategies, and work toward behavioral changes to improve mental well-being.
Humanistic
Humanistic treatment methods focus on helping individuals realize their full potential and improving their self-awareness, personal growth, and sense of self-worth. This approach is grounded in the belief that people are inherently good, capable of growth, and deserve to be treated with empathy, respect, and understanding.
Mind-body approach
The mind-body approach to treatment focuses on the interconnectedness of the mind and body, acknowledging that emotional, psychological, and physical health are deeply intertwined. This approach is rooted in the understanding that mental and emotional states can affect physical health, and vice versa. Various therapeutic models and practices, such as mindfulness, somatic therapy, mind-body integration techniques, and body-centered psychotherapy, emphasize this holistic view.