- Thoughts and habits
- Compassionate listening
- Skills for daily life
About Rachel
Her style is warm and collaborative. Sessions are aimed at building self-compassion and clearer communication. She works with clients to notice unhelpful thought patterns and to develop practical habits that make daily life more manageable.
Rachel uses a mix of approaches drawn from cognitive behavioral ideas, acceptance and commitment work, mindfulness, and client-centered care. In practice that means gentle exploration of difficult memories, learning skills for emotion regulation, and trying small behavior changes that fit into routines.
She has three years of professional experience as an LCSW in New York. That background informs a balanced approach that combines talking through painful experiences with concrete skills people can use between sessions.
People come to Rachel for a range of concerns, including family stress, attachment questions around adoption and foster care, caregiver strain, chronic illness or pain, and relationship communication problems. Her aim is to help people recognize strengths, reduce unhelpful patterns, and build more workable habits for everyday life.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
3+ years
Credentials
New York
Languages
English
How therapy approaches translate to online work
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT, helps people notice thoughts without getting stuck in them and to act on chosen values. It is useful for anxiety, depression, and issues where painful thoughts interfere with daily life. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at links between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and teaches practical strategies to change unhelpful patterns. It often helps with anxiety, mood concerns, and obsessive patterns. Mindfulness-based work teaches present-moment awareness and simple practices for stress reduction and emotional regulation.Finding the right approach is part of the work. Rachel will collaborate with each person to decide which methods fit their goals and day-to-day needs. She combines listening with skill-building and will adjust methods based on how a person responds.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. In general, online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule and to check in during a workday, require less travel, and allow for shorter or longer appointment rhythms when needed. Many people find that having therapy available remotely helps them practice new habits in real-life settings and keeps progress consistent between meetings.
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Rachel commonly address?
Rachel supports people dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, and coping with life changes. She also focuses on family stress, attachment and adoption issues, caregiver strain, chronic illness and related concerns.
What is her therapeutic style like?
Her style is collaborative and down-to-earth. Sessions include compassionate listening, noticing thoughts and habits, and practicing small skills between meetings.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has three years of experience as a licensed clinical social worker. That experience shapes a practical approach that blends talk therapy with skill-building.
What credentials and location are listed?
She is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) with licensure in New York and practices from that region.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the U.S. work with her?
International clients are not currently accepted, so sessions are focused on clients in appropriate jurisdictions.
How are fees and payment handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What are the first steps to begin therapy?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.