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“Rachel provides a coaxing yet calm environment for addressing deep distress and disturbing issues.  There is never a pressure to get too uncomfortable, or continue to address issues which are too upsetting.  Rachel creates/provides a gentle presence to open up, talk, trust, and take every step for healing as you feel ready. She provides effective additional tools and methods, such as books, meditation, and medical advice (navigating the need for doctors, psychiatrists, etc.)  which really complement the psychotherapy, and promote addressing and solving mental health issues outside of a weekly psychotherapy session.  I often felt like only once a week with her was not enough, I wanted to see her daily because my life was such a mess, but her additional tools really helped me cope and see that I myself had the power to survive outside of her office, that I could help myself with her guidance.  There is always constructive advice for reorienting and reconstructing your life.  I went to her fractured, distraught, emotionally and physically broken, and in a short time her help has allowed me to and helped me to transform my life and regain control, stability, and happiness.  I feel confident this will continue as I continue to work with her.

The bottom line is, there is a delicate balance that it is often difficult for therapists to strike, but Rachel nails it and maintains this balance.  The subject matter of psychotherapy discussions can be heavy and unpleasant, but Rachel always has positive and encouraging advice and suggestions to offer without being cliche or disingenuous. Rachel really listens to her patients, and comes to know them individually without crossing any personal lines or losing objectivity. Her perspective is respectful and gentle enough to provide insight but lets you as the patient progress at your own speed and see that you do need to make changes to be healthier.  These suggestions for change come at the right time, and come with the right delivery.  She is empathetic, dedicated, well read, well trained, skilled in her craft, and relates very well to people and patients.  I went through other psychologists and social workers before I found her, and stuck with her.  Let her help you, you will be incredibly glad you did, as well as a better person.”
– Steph,  age 26

“I found Rachel when I was at a very low time in my life. I went to her hoping she could give me a quick fix for the problems that felt so overwhelming. Instead, we both made a commitment to fix me. With each session I became mentally stronger and began to gain an inner peace. I like to think that some of her quiet wisdom rubbed off on me. My life can still be chaotic, but having the tools to deal with situations, and knowing that Rachel will always be my life coach; should I need her, feels good.”
– Jo, age 54

“...Everything made me afraid. I was unable to make the simplest of choices or decisions... we rallied, we worked, I cried, she comforted, I spoke, she listened, she spoke, I learned, and we - eventually - got through. After my first session I felt better and stronger and it has continued that way to this day... ” “Rachel was able to help me because she had real answers and real solutions to my problems. Simply - she had real strategies that worked... I am grateful every day that Rachel was there to help me at my lowest point and when I absolutely needed help the most...” “Six months have passed and I am a completely and totally different person. I am happy and having a great time. My friends actually make jokes about my current state of what they call 'Zen'. I laugh out loud and dance like no one is watching! I am no longer scared and living in the world of 'what if's' and 'worst case scenarios'. I now have the tools to handle my everyday problems.”
– Jackie, age 28

“I have struggled with anxiety and panic for years. With Rachel's guidance, I have learned to see my anxiety as a pattern of negative thinking which had become habit for me, even automatic. I have learned to talk myself down from panic and talk myself through stressful situations. I have been able to regain control over the mental chatter that has been negatively affecting my life for so long. Working with Rachel has been an empowering experience for me. It hasn't been overnight, and it hasn't been easy. But I know that the energy I spend on this process is setting me up for a happier and healthier future.”
– Rene, age 36