My background in evidence-based treatments allows me to introduce you to new skills, techniques, and perspectives while building on your existing strengths.
Rachel's
Therapy Specialties
Anxiety, OCD, Depression, Substance Use/Abuse, Grief and Loss, School/Work Performance, Healthy Transitions to Adulthood, Behavioral Problems, Family Conflict, Emotional Dysregulation, Self Esteem, LGBTQ Concerns
Helping you feel comfortable and building trust form the foundation of the work we have ahead of us.
I encourage open communication and genuineness to ensure that we are on the same page as we establish goals and determine the pace at which you feel comfortable exploring current and past stressors.
Working towards your goals happens one session at a time. I like to begin each session by collaborating on an "agenda" so that we can maximize our time together. I use your individual goals and my professional experience to guide the process.
As a strengths-based clinician who uses in scientifically-grounded approaches, I will work with you to explore your existing talents, interests and abilities, while introducing you to new skills, techniques, and perspectives. I have trusted in techniques from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), and Parent Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT) to help my past clients in challenging circumstances like substance abuse and self harm see real change.
I work with adults, adolescents, and children as young as 3. With younger clients, I believe parental involvement in sessions is crucial for sustained progress. With adolescents, I invite a discussion about the preferred level of parental involvement within the first session so clients and family members are in agreement from the beginning. With adults, I typically seek a balance of exploring your past and working towards a contented and fulfilling future. I provide individual therapy, couples counseling and family therapy.
Clients describe Rachel as warm, accepting, calm, and knowledgeable.
Rachel’s past work experiences include:
Therapist, Carroll County Youth Service Bureau providing individual, family, and group therapy to clients of all ages
Educational Teaching Assistant, Villa Maria School
Rachel's additional experiences include:
Board-certified supervisor for professional counselors and therapists in Maryland
Certified in Parent Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT)
Post-graduate training in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
Member, Carroll Citizens for Racial Equality
Educational Background
B. A., St. Mary’s College of Maryland
(Magna Cum Laude, Psychology)
M.A., Towson University
(Counseling Psychology)
Other Practitioners
Jennifer McMillan, LCPC
LCPC, LICENSED Counselor in Baltimore, MD
Jen enjoys working with individuals dealing with past or present stresses in life that result in anxiety, depression, or difficulty with adjustment to major life events or changes. Jen cultivates a safe environment in which she works to provide the tools necessary for individuals to live a healthy, full, satisfying life.
Jessica Jones, M.S.W.
LCSW-C, Licensed Social Worker IN Baltimore, mD
Jessica enjoys working with individuals (children and adults) and families coming to her with a variety of conflicts including anxiety, depression, past or current traumas, and new adjustments. She helps clients throughout their healing process by providing a safe place to be vulnerable and share their story.