"Pain is inevitable. Suffering is optional."
This is an old Buddhist saying that speaks to one of the fundamental truths about life--we will all experience pain, but you have the autonomy to decide how that pain impacts your journey. I am here to help you let go of the suffering and to find peace. As a therapist, I prioritize the therapeutic relationship and take a person-centered approach
to empower individuals to obtain their goals and become the best versions of themselves. I consider myself to have a job of high privilege; to be trusted as a co-pilot, or coach as I sometimes refer, on your journey to healing. I often tell my clients, you are driving the bus, and I’m here just sharing what I know.
I received my Master's Degree in 2018 from Rowan University in New Jersey. I have spent the beginning years of my career working in a partial hospitalization programs, community-based services, and community mental health. Though my previous experiences, I have gained a wealth of knowledge and passion specific to conceptualizing and treating clients through a DBT framework, facilitating treatment groups, and working on multi-disciplinary treatment teams. From these experiences, I developed an eclectic therapeutic orientation that focuses on the use of client’s strengths and evidence- based practices, specifically, DBT, CBT, TF-CBT, and motivational interviewing to facilitate change. I believe DBT serves as a practical and effective vehicle that promotes autonomy and change within clients. I appreciate the structure, use of pragmatic skills, and acting as a cheerleader (i.e., validator) for my clients while gently challenging them to make change, reduce suffering, and create a life worth living. I actively integrate DBT skills with my current
clients when appropriate. Along with my knowledge and passion for DBT, I also have extensive experience related to trauma-informed care, specifically related to substance-use specific approaches, working with families, attachment, regulation, and competency (ARC) and
adoption-competency.
I am a firm believe in practicing what you preach. When I am not working I practice accumulating positives by doing all things outdoorsy—trail running, ski touring, cross-country skiing, camping, hiking, kayaking, you name it! I am usually accompanied by my rambunctious Border Collie, Enzo! I also enjoy binge-watching reality TV, indulging in a true-crime podcast, or diving into a book. I look forward to working with you!
Additional areas of focus: Addictions, Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Grief, Eating disorders, Parenting issues, Career difficulties, Bipolar disorder, Compassion fatigue, Aging and Geriatric Issues, Attachment issues, Codependency, Fertility Issues, Guilt and shame, Hoarding, Money and financial issues, Obsessions, Compulsions, and OCD, Postpartum Depression, Pregnancy and childbirth, Self-Harm, Self-love, Women's issues
Clinical approaches: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Motivational Interviewing, Trauma-Focused Therapy
UT LCMHC 13066954-6004
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Rachel Stewart. 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.
Rachel puts her clients needs first and foremost no matter what. She listens intently and reflects back to ensure clear communication and understanding. In addition, she is able to draw out what is being communicated that I don’t even realize myself at times. I love the constant push for self care and the ending session question,”what are you going to do for yourself today? “
Written on May 31, 2023 after therapy with Rachel for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, and self esteem
Rachel has been really great so far. She always takes the things I say and points out the areas that I may be having self-doubt. I am grateful to be working with her and working through things.
Written on Mar 27, 2023 after therapy with Rachel for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, self esteem, and adhd
Rachel is great. She listens, is smart and has compassion. Offers new approaches. Excited too learn more from her..
Written on Feb 27, 2023 after therapy with Rachel for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, and adhd