Hello my name is Rachel Phillips and I am so glad you found your way here!
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Texas, with 15 years of experience as a psychotherapist working with culturally diverse adults ranging from ages 18-70. I have worked with clients who struggle with various mood disorders, career transition, low self-esteem/poor self-confidence, substance addiction, and self-harming behaviors. I have provided treatment to individuals, couples and families, as well as facilitated groups. I also have history providing Christian Counseling.
Life can be challenging and unpredictable, it sometimes throws curve balls that catch us completely off guard. It is during those times that we all can use extra support in order to overcome these obstacles and barriers. I commend you for realizing your need for external support and taking this all important first step of seeking counseling, although it may be slightly scary and intimidating for you as well as even go against your cultural background.
I have found that therapy works best when we work in partnership together to resolve your issues. You are the expert on your life, it is your job to educate me about your life experiences, your goals and your strengths. It is my job to utilize my professional training and skills as well as years of experience to assist you with facilitating the changes you desire.
My counseling style is one of warmth and unconditional acceptance. All sessions are “judgement-free zones.” I provide service that is client-centered and strength-based in scope. I believe that every human being deserves to be treated with dignity and respect. I am a caring, compassionate therapist who is able to quickly build rapport and provide a safe space in which you are able to heal from life's traumatic experiences, grow internally and develop into the best version of yourself. My treatment approach primarily utilizes cognitive-behavioral therapy. I also use motivational interviewing, existentialism and mindfulness as well as solution-focused counseling.
I can give you the tools to help you learn how to set attainable goals that are measurable. I can help you to learn how to live life intentionally and develop emotional balance that will help you to effectively weather life’s storms. I look forward to going on this journey with you. I would love to help propel you into your destiny!
Additional areas of focus: Addictions, Family conflicts, Trauma and abuse, Grief, Parenting issues, Anger management, Career difficulties, Coping with life changes, Compassion fatigue, Abandonment, Blended Family Issues, Co-morbidity, Codependency, Commitment Issues, Communication problems, Dissociation, Divorce and separation, Drug and Alcohol Addiction, Emptiness, Family Problems, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Isolation / loneliness, Life purpose, Midlife crisis, Mood disorders , Multicultural Concerns, Obsessions, Compulsions, and OCD, Prejudice and Discrimination, Self-Harm, Self-love, Social anxiety and phobia, Women's issues, Workplace issues, Young Adult Issues
Clinical approaches: Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Existential Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy
TX LPC 76215
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Rachel is awesome she takes time to understand your needs and work hard to assist in every way possible to help you become a healthier better version of yourself!
Written on Nov 24, 2021 after therapy with Rachel for 11 months on issues concerning relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and compassion fatigue
Rachel has been such a blessing to me through this whole process. I have learned so much about myself and how to better navigate life's challenges.
Written on Jul 23, 2021 after therapy with Rachel for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, and coping with life changes
I love Rachel so much! She is so understanding and makes you feel so relaxed! She will never judge you no matter what… She is there to listen to you no matter what! She’s the best!
Written on Jun 26, 2021 after therapy with Rachel for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, parenting issues, anger management, and adhd
Rachel listens with interest . She gives all her attention .
Written on May 11, 2021 after therapy with Rachel for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, grief, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Rachel has been very responsive to my concerns, offering suggestions and ideas but always respecting my own self-knowledge, never contradicting my thoughts about myself.
Written on Feb 20, 2021 after therapy with Rachel for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, parenting issues, and adhd
I found it really easy to speak with Rachel. She asked me what I wanted to talk about, and the conversation flowed quite comfortably. She reassured me my feelings were important as well as my decisions. Thanks, Rachel!
Written on Jan 07, 2021 after therapy with Rachel for 2 weeks on issues concerning family conflicts, grief, self esteem, and coping with life changes