🌟 Licensed Psychotherapist Dedicated to Healing and Growth
Are you exhausted mentally, emotionally, physically? Do you want to feel and think better about yourself, your life, and relationships with others? I am so happy you are here and encourage you to take this opportunity to make a lasting difference in your life. As we enter this holiday season, meeting with me each week gives you a very important reason to get up and show up for yourself.
As a Licensed Master's Social Worker and psychotherapist in Michigan with over 13 years of clinical experience, I am dedicated to supporting individuals through their most complex life challenges. My practice is built on a foundation of deep compassion and a non-judgemental approach, creating a safe and collaborative space for personal transformation and healing.
Clinical Focus and Expertise
I specialize in addressing a broad spectrum of mental health concerns, including:
Depression and Anxiety (including social anxiety and panic attacks)
Resolving the effects of trauma (utilizing trauma-informed care and IFS)
Relationship dynamics and communication challenges
Stress Management and emotional well-being
Life transitions, grief/loss, and career challenges
Mood disorders, OCD, ADHD, and personality disorders
Therapeutic Approach and Client Outcomes
My therapeutic work is rooted in understanding each person's unique cognitive and emotional landscape. I combine evidence-based therapy approaches—including Cognitive-Behavioral (CBT), Dialectical-Behavioral (DBT), and Internal Family Systems (IFS)—to help you achieve meaningful, lasting change.
Working together, we will focus on strengthening self-esteem and self-worth, moving you toward gaining empowerment, independence, and healthy interdependence. You will learn to:
Heal from past unresolved experiences and navigate difficult emotions.
Update cognitive processes and develop self-understanding.
Gain control over your life by creating new, positive habits.
Acquire essential skills in coping, problem-solving, self-control, and self-advocacy.
My counseling style is warm, motivational, and interactive. We will work collaboratively to develop a tailored treatment plan and goals that meet your specific needs. Taking the first step towards a happier, more fulfilling life requires immense courage, and I am here to fully support you on that journey.
Availability and Scheduling
I offer flexible availability to meet your needs, including evening and weekend sessions available by request. My scheduled hours are posted well in advance through the app, giving you the opportunity to schedule up to 3 sessions in advance.
Additional areas of focus: LGBT, Trauma and abuse, Grief, Sleeping disorders, Anger management, Self esteem, Career difficulties, Bipolar disorder, Coping with life changes, Abandonment, Aging and geriatric issues, Avoidant personality, Body image, Caregiver issues and stress, Chronic pain, illness, and disability, Co-morbidity, Codependency, Commitment issues, Communication problems, Control issues, Dissociation, Divorce and separation, Domestic violence, Drug and alcohol addiction, Eating and food-related issues, Emptiness, Family of origin issues, Family problems, First responder issues, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Hoarding, Impulsivity, Infidelity, Isolation / loneliness, Life purpose, Money and financial issues, Mood disorders, Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Paranoia, Personality disorders, Phobias, Postpartum depression, Post-traumatic stress, Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling), Self-harm, Self-love, Sexual assault and abuse, Smoking / vaping cessation, Social anxiety and phobia, Women's issues, Workplace issues
Clinical approaches: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy, Internal Family Systems
MI LMSW 6801091574
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Rachael McKinnon. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with BetterHelp might be different.
Rachael is an amazing listener. I am so very grateful to have her guide me on this journey towards improved mental health.
Written on Sep 25, 2025 after therapy with Rachael for 4 years on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, sleeping disorders, and coping with life changes
Rachael listens to me and provides feedback that helps you pinpoint what you need and is exactly what I wanted to achieve through therapy. I would highly recommend her to anyone!
Written on Aug 14, 2025 after therapy with Rachael for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
I have tried therapy many times over the last 20 years and I can't say enough about the value of finding "the right" therapist. Rachael is incredibly kind and caring and fair, but she is also actively helping me find opportunities for growth. She accepts me for who I am and offers a ton of encouragement. My life is changing because of our partnership and even others in my life have mentioned noticing.
Written on Jul 29, 2025 after therapy with Rachael for 7 months on issues concerning relationship issues, and anger management
Fantastic, understanding but also able to help challenge you in areas you need
Written on Jun 20, 2025 after therapy with Rachael for 1 year and 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, and bipolar disorder
Rachael has many talents that have brought much needed perspective and peace to my life. Yet one in particular stands out ..which is her ability to stay calm, pivot and continue to deploy more strategies when one seems lost on me. I so appreciate having someone that won't give up on me.
Written on Oct 15, 2024 after therapy with Rachael for 1 year and 9 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, career difficulties, compassion fatigue, and adhd
She is very thoughtful and listens to me and her suggestions are applicable to my everyday life
Written on May 13, 2024 after therapy with Rachael for 5 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and coping with life changes