Rachia Wellner

(LMFT)
Therapist Rachia Wellner Photo

About Me

I am a Family and Marriage Therapist licensed in California.
I offer email writing+phone sessions therapy (no video).
I offer a combination of email writing therapy + phone sessions (no video) as I found that it is the most healing in online therapy.
I have worked for over 22 years with a large variety of cultures, all ages, and population and with their different presenting difficulties such as; dual-diagnosed, career changes and work relationship and conflicts, depression and anxiety, couples and individuals, soldiers' trauma and their families, domestic violence and more.

I have lived/worked on both coasts of the USA and in a few other countries.

It is most important for me to care for my clients' well-being. I don't believe in stigma or bias. I have witnessed many of my clients successfully finding solutions and relief through our work together. Together we will fit our treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs, utilizing my knowledge of all different psychological schools. I will support, encourage and empower you. Looking forward to working with you.

Please note that I am not using a cell phone for your confidentiality as abide by my professional license. Therefore I am not always aware you are waiting for my response but I check my site (email) many times during waking hours, TAKE CARE!

Specialties

  • Stress, Anxiety
  • Relationship issues
  • Anger management
  • Career difficulties
  • Depression
Also experienced in:
Addictions , Family conflicts , Trauma and abuse , Grief , Intimacy-related issues , Sleeping disorders , Parenting issues , Self esteem , Bipolar disorder , Coping with life changes , Coaching , Compassion fatigue , ADHD , Abandonment , Read more...

Clinical approaches:
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Existential Therapy, Gottman Method, Hypnotherapy, Jungian Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Somatic Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy

Years of Experience: 22

Services Offered


  • Messaging

  • Live Chat

  • Phone

  • Video

Languages

English

Hebrew

Licensing

LMFT #43129 (Expires: 2023-08-31)

Reviews

Written by A.Y. on Jun 24, 2021 after therapy with Rachia for 2 years on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, grief, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, and adhd

Rachia has been the best thing that happened to me as I go through the journey of self-realization and self development. She has equipped me with tools that I've used time and again to manage difficult conversations, situations or challenging thoughts. I feel much more grounded and motivated to learn more about myself and about positive psychology. I like that she understands what I'm saying and maintains the perfect balance between asking hard questions and giving me support and encouragement.

Written by S.A. on Aug 17, 2020 after therapy with Rachia for 3 years and 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, and self esteem

Rachia has been extremely helpful in navigating life situations and bringing more joy and fulfillment to my life!

Written by C.H. on Jan 23, 2020 after therapy with Rachia for 4 months

I was so clouded, confused, and weak when I first started, Rachia guided me through when even my family failed. I feel confident and strong now mentally, physically, and emotionally and now capable to take care of my new family :)

Written by A.M. on Aug 13, 2019 after therapy with Rachia for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, relationship issues, and self esteem

Rachia’s great, she really listens and gives great advice and support. I’m thankful to have met her.
Even with only a couple of sessions she’s helped me so much.

Written by E.M. on Jun 26, 2019 after therapy with Rachia for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and coaching

Rachia is a wonderful, caring person. She is a great listener and gives really great feedback. She's helped me to put things into perspective.

Written by E.S. on Jun 11, 2019 after therapy with Rachia for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, relationship issues, family conflicts, self esteem, and coping with life changes

Rachia is extremely knowledgeable and has helped me a lot! I would recommend her to anyone.

Written by C.A. on Feb 26, 2019 after therapy with Rachia for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and self esteem

Rachia has helped me feel like I'm truly capable of making changes to better my life. She's so kind and honestly has helped me change my mindset!

Written by N.O. on Feb 05, 2019 after therapy with Rachia for 3 days on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, and coping with life changes

Rachia is very kind, respectful and understanding. I actually am feeling so much better than when I first reached out for help. I highly recommend her!

Written by D.A. on Jul 05, 2018 after therapy with Rachia for 2 weeks

Rachia is very insightful and caring. Highly recommend.

Written by D.U. on Jun 25, 2018 after therapy with Rachia for 2 days on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, and relationship

Very knowledgeable and helpful. Great at responding to messages and seeking more information to help.

Written by C.O. on May 27, 2018 after therapy with Rachia for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship, family, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related, and anger

Rachia has been very personal and thought provoking and gave me tools to move forward on a new path in my relationship . I personally enjoyed writing my thoughts and having time to think about what I wanted to share with her.

Written by C.A. on Apr 03, 2018 after therapy with Rachia for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship, grief, self esteem, and career

Rachia has gone beyond expectations in making me feel supported. She has distinct approaches to exploring and resolving my issues. I am very pleased and grateful for her expertise.

Written by K.A. on Mar 05, 2018 after therapy with Rachia for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship, family, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related, and anger

I enjoyed emailing Rachia. She was kind and supportive through emails. She understood my disabilities. This is the first time I felt I was able to have someone understand my challenges. I would recommend Rachia to anyone.

Written by J.A. on Jan 24, 2018 after therapy with Rachia for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship, trauma and abuse, grief, eating, sleeping, self esteem, anger, career, and bipolar

I have actually already recommended BetterHelp to a friend who was looking into a therapist and someone professional to talk to.

Written by N.E. on Dec 11, 2017 after therapy with Rachia for 10 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship, family, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related, eating, parenting, self esteem, anger, career, and bipolar

Very kind and respectful :)

Written by K.Y. on Nov 12, 2017 after therapy with Rachia for 1 year on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and relationship

Speaking with Rachia has been an enormous help to me over the past 12 months. In that time the progress I've made in terms of my mental well being are tremendous.

Written by E.L. on Nov 11, 2017 after therapy with Rachia for 4 months on issues concerning depression, relationship, and grief

Rachia has been a consistent touch point for me in a critical part of my life. She has demonstrated expertise by sharing resources and communicating effectively the supports she has for me.

Written by L.I. on Sep 28, 2017 after therapy with Rachia for 1 year and 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related, eating, sleeping, self esteem, career, and bipolar

Rachia is very professional and takes good care of my mental health.

Written by A.L. on Apr 12, 2017 after therapy with Rachia for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, eating, and self esteem

Rachia has been awesome. She's given me a lot of really great information and checks in on me periodically which I think is awesome because sometimes it's easy to just ignore your emotions. But her friendly check in's let me know she wants to help. Plus, I'm the kind of person who doesn't really like actively looking for help, so it gives me an "in" to tell her about my day or whatnot.

Written by J.E. on Apr 11, 2017 after therapy with Rachia for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship, eating, self esteem, and anger

Amazing! Listens and is very informative.

Written by C.H on Mar 13, 2017 after therapy with Rachia for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship, intimacy-related, and self esteem

Rachia is excellent at what she does, very easy to talk with and is always very quick to reply! I'd highly recommend her to anyone in need of help.

Written by E.M on Feb 15, 2017 after therapy with Rachia for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship, and self esteem

Rachia is wonderful! Her responses are prompt, even on the weekends, and filled with helpful insight. I highly recommend her to anyone dealing with relationship or drug abuse issues.

Written by K.A on Feb 10, 2017 after therapy with Rachia for 3 weeks on issues concerning relationship, and family

She is awesome! She has really helped me understand how to manage my situation and what to do.

Written by N.A on Jan 25, 2017 after therapy with Rachia for 2 days on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family, self esteem, and bipolar

Rachia is very quick with responses, and seems invested in my needs.

Written by L.O on Jan 18, 2017 after therapy with Rachia for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, lgbt, family, and eating

Rachia was incredibly supportive, gentle, and thoughtful in her responses. She showed me that it was possible to take charge of my own happiness, and bring positivity and gratitude into my daily thinking. I have matured so much emotionally since I started receiving her counseling, and in a short period of time. Thank you Rachia!

Written by C. on Jan 18, 2017 after therapy with Rachia for 2 days on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship, and grief

I'm pleased to have someone to talk to. Her insights helped me see my issues on a different angle. She sometimes answered my messages late in the evening which made me more appreciative of her efforts. Thanks Rachia!

Written by T.R on Dec 28, 2016 after therapy with Rachia for 3 weeks

Rachia is amazing!!! Her patience and understanding has been a tremendous help! I have grown a lot since working with her. I recommend her to anyone who needs help!

Written by S.J on Dec 21, 2016 after therapy with Rachia for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship, grief, intimacy-related, eating, sleeping, and self esteem

Rachia is such a caring person, she listens and gives back such detailed and positive feed back. Some days when I feel alone or like nobody is there for me, I'll find a random email from her filled with positivity!
Thank you so much, Rachia!

Written by M.A on Dec 14, 2016 after therapy with Rachia for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship, sleeping, self esteem, career, and bipolar

A great help. I have a hard time making myself go see a therapist in person, but the ease of being able to send messages and do things on my own time is wonderful. Rachia has been a great help.

Written by J.O on Dec 02, 2016 after therapy with Rachia for 2 days on issues concerning addictions

She really helped me with some great strategies to get through some issues I have. :) Would recommend.

Written by K.Y on Nov 21, 2016 after therapy with Rachia for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and relationship

Rachia has been a tremendous help to me while going through a difficult break up. Don't know where I would be without her support.

Written by F.R on Nov 21, 2016 after therapy with Rachia for 5 days on issues concerning depression, relationship, intimacy-related, eating, sleeping, self esteem, and career

I tried different therapists, but with her I felt an immediate connection. She is there for me every time I need her, helping me feel stronger.

Written by N.O on Nov 08, 2016 after therapy with Rachia for 2 days on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, sleeping, parenting, self esteem, and anger

Fantastic information and clarity - exactly what I needed to get out of the negative spiral of self hate that I was in.

Written by L.I on Oct 20, 2016 after therapy with Rachia for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related, eating, sleeping, self esteem, career, and bipolar

She's indeed professional and helpful. Her emails help me a lot and empower me.

Written by C.R on Sep 04, 2016 after therapy with Rachia for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship, family, grief, intimacy-related, parenting, anger, and bipolar

Rachia's been a wonderful help to me and my family 👍