About Me

I’ve been drawn to the helping field for as long as I can remember. I’ve always felt highly-attuned and sensitive to the needs of others around me, feeling pulled into their worlds and being curious about their internal experiences. From a young age, I’ve had big questions about life, relationships, and the way we each see the world as a result of our upbringings. I believe everything in life is relational and our individual experiences are each influenced by our early attachments with others.

Through my studies of Psychology and Social Work, my clinical experiences in community mental health, schools, and outpatient group practices, as well as my ongoing continuing education, I have learned much about attachment, complex trauma, the autonomic nervous system, and the impact of the reciprocal relationship between a person and their environmental systems on mental wellbeing. Using this knowledge and experience allows me to support my clients in exploring patterns and inviting them to get curious about whether these patterns are still helpful.

I feel extremely privileged to be a therapist. I truly love the work that I do and am honored to hold space for my clients and hear their stories.

Specialty areas

  • Anxiety & panic

  • Social anxiety & people-pleasing

  • Complex/relational trauma

  • Depression & shame

  • Being an only child

  • School & work stress

  • Relationship challenges

  • Self-worth & confidence

  • Attachment wounds

  • Feeling “stuck”

  • Perfectionism

  • Life transitions or big decisions

  • Friendships & dating

  • Boundary setting

  • Nervous system dysregulation

  • Grief & pet loss

Learn more about my approach

Education & Training

    • Licensed Clinical Social Worker | Pennsylvania (CW023211)

    • Licensed Clinical Social Worker | New Jersey (44SC06550500)

    • Licensed Clinical Social Worker | Delaware (Q5-0000202)

    • Masters in Social Work | University of Pennsylvania School of Social Policy & Practice

    • Home and School Visitor Certification | Pennsylvania (1168780)

    • Certificate in Organizational Leadership in Social Work | University of Pennsylvania Wharton School of Business

    • Bachelors of Arts in Psychology | Franklin & Marshall College

    • Somatic Therapy for Anxiety Certification (in progress)

    • Attachment Trauma Treatment Training

    • Certificate in Polyvagal Trauma Therapy

    • Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP-II) - Level 2

    • Emotionally Focused Individual Therapy Training - Level 2

    • Pet Loss Companioning Certification Training

    • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy Training

    • Dialectical Behavior Therapy Trainings

    • Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavior Therapy Training

Professional Endorsements

  • “Rachel is an exceptionally knowledgeable and kind therapist. Having first met in graduate school, I can attest to her thoughtfulness, preparation, and passion for clinical work. Those able to work with her are truly lucky.”

    —Joshua Feldman, LCSW
    Owner of The Integration Practice

  • “I highly recommend Rachel to anyone looking for a personable and effective therapist. I have seen firsthand the care, attention, and effort she puts into each of her cases. She makes it a priority to both listen, and guide clients towards solutions.“

    –Gabriela O’Shea, LPC
    Owner of Gabriela O’Shea Therapy

  • “Rachel is an exceptional therapist. She provides a warm, inclusive, nurturing space in which clients feel seen, heard, and supported in achieving the growth and healing they seek.“

    –Mackenzie Glassner, LPC
    Owner of Glassner Psychotherapy

  • “Rachel's calm presence and genuine compassion make therapy feel safe and approachable. She meets clients where they are and supports them with insight and care. I highly recommend her to anyone seeking grounded, effective support.”

    –Brittany Webb, LPC
    Owner of Better Minds Counseling Services

  • “Rachel creates safe spaces where individuals can explore their various selves in service of integration. Empathy & honesty ground her practice; these qualities help her clients become empowered to grow within a dynamically healing treatment relationship.”

    –Dr. Christopher G. Deussing, DSW, LCSW
    Lead Clinician at Integrative DBT & Psychotherapy

  • “Rachel is a trustworthy clinician who creates a supportive environment for her clients. Her genuine ability to connect on a deeper level make her especially effective in working with adolescents, empowering them to hone in on their strengths.”

    —Victoria Gottlieb, LSW
    Therapist at Nourish Therapy & Wellness

  • “I highly recommend working with Rachel. She is a compassionate and supportive therapist who creates a safe space for clients. Her thoughtful, empathetic approach helps individuals feel heard, valued, and empowered as they work through challenges.”

    —Maggie Blackburn, LCSW-C
    Owner of Mindful Reflections Therapy