I am licensed in Texas with 25 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress, depression, anxiety, PTSD, & coping with life changes. I am knowledgeable and skilled with developmental and behavioral disorders, issues associated with head trauma, dementia, and other neurological conditions.
Because every individual is different I am eclectic in my therapeutic approach. I am willing to find the techniques and approaches that will work best for you. My hope is that with each session I am able to give you some new idea or skill that will bring a positive change to your life outside of therapy.
I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!
Professional experience
25 yrs in practice
Stress and anxiety Relationship issues Depression Coping with life changes Concentration, memory and focus (ADHD)
Additional areas of focus:Family conflicts, Trauma and abuse, Coping with grief and loss, Intimacy related issues, Sleeping disorders, Parenting issues, Anger management, Bipolar disorder, Aging and geriatric issues, Attachment issues, Autism and Asperger Syndrome, Caregiver issues and stress, Codependency, Communication problems, Control issues, Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD), Dissociation, Family of origin issues, Family problems, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Impulsivity, Infidelity, Intellectual disability, Life purpose, Men's issues, Midlife crisis, Mood disorders, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Post-traumatic stress, Sexual assault and abuse, Sexuality, Somatization, Traumatic brain injury
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Rafaela DeSoto-Ray. 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.
I have only had a couple sessions with Rafaela and she is so kind, caring, and supportive. I also like how she doesn’t dance around what you need to hear. She is wonderful and I appreciate her very much.
Written on Jul 24, 2026 after therapy with Rafaela for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and adhd
I love her very professional and also very sweet.
Written on Jun 01, 2026 after therapy with Rafaela for 2 months on issues concerning trauma and abuse, self esteem, and coping with life changes
I was scared i have not done this since i was 12 but i felt very comfortable telling her alot in our first session she really helped me recognize alot of things i was doing were wrong for me.
Written on May 31, 2026 after therapy with Rafaela for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Love our conversations
Written on Apr 07, 2026 after therapy with Rafaela for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, self esteem, coaching, and adhd
She has been absolutely amazing. She has great tips and advice and truly understands me. I couldn't have asked for a better therapist. I love how she checks up on me as well.
Written on Feb 23, 2026 after therapy with Rafaela for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, bipolar disorder, coping
She has been good with communication, listens well and offers good advice.
Written on Feb 07, 2026 after therapy with Rafaela for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Rafaela is personable and kind, down-to-earth and genuinely cares.
Written on Nov 04, 2025 after therapy with Rafaela for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
My first conversation with a therapist was a good experience and I found her to be helpful and caring and she has followed up with suggestions for me on things to work on.
Written on Oct 08, 2025 after therapy with Rafaela for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, grief, and coaching
She is truly amazing. No matter what I have happening in my life she helps keep me forward focus and grounded. I am thankful tha God placed her in my life.
Written on Oct 03, 2025 after therapy with Rafaela for 8 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, parenting issues, and compassion fatigue
I couldn’t ask for a better therapist. I would recommend her to anyone needing assistance. She is very compassionate patient and extremely easy to talk to..
Written on Jun 11, 2025 after therapy with Rafaela for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, anger management, coping with life changes, coaching, and compassion fatigue
Rafaela DeSoto-Ray Is an amazing therapist, she listens to every concern I have and makes it easy to relate about any issue.
Written on Apr 10, 2025 after therapy with Rafaela for 7 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, coping with life changes, and adhd
Very down to earth, cheerful, and attentive.
Written on Feb 20, 2025 after therapy with Rafaela for 1 year and 4 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, self esteem, coping with life changes, coaching, and adhd
Rafaela, is kind, compassionate and gives sound advice.
Written on Jan 25, 2025 after therapy with Rafaela for 2 years on issues concerning stress, anxiety, parenting issues, and compassion fatigue
Very good listener and easy to chat with!
Written on Jan 19, 2025 after therapy with Rafaela for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, and self esteem
Really sincere but gets down to business. Great listener.
Written on Sep 21, 2024 after therapy with Rafaela for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and relationship issues
I’m improving which is what I believe a good therapist can do.
Written on Sep 17, 2024 after therapy with Rafaela for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety
Rafaela is the best therapist I’ve ever had. She’s kind, attentive, and very conversational. It feels like talking to a friend with the proper expertise to ask informed questions that aid in personal development. We’re only 3 sessions in and I already feel a major shift, coming from someone who has tried, and failed, to make immense progress with other therapists in the past. I’d recommend her to anyone.
Written on Jul 03, 2024 after therapy with Rafaela for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, eating disorders, self esteem, and adhd
Rafaela is great! She has made therapy feel safe and helpful. I love her challenges/homework that she gives me. And she offers great advice. I would highly recommend her!
Written on May 01, 2024 after therapy with Rafaela for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and relationship issues
I can’t say enough good things about her.
Written on Mar 18, 2024 after therapy with Rafaela for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and coping with life changes
She is amazing and always listens. Thank you so much.
Written on Jul 10, 2023 after therapy with Rafaela for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, and trauma and abuse
Rafaela DeSoto-Ray has a wonderful personality and is very attentive. She is always on time and responds to questions professionally.
Written on Jun 07, 2023 after therapy with Rafaela for 2 weeks on issues concerning family conflicts
She's been very supportive of me and frequently checks in on me by messaging me. I appreciate the individual attention because it builds trust.
Written on May 23, 2023 after therapy with Rafaela for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, career difficulties, compassion fatigue, and adhd
I relay enjoy speaking with her she has given my a lot of advice and things to work on. I think she is a great Therapist!
Written on May 18, 2023 after therapy with Rafaela for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and coping with life changes
Rafaela, really listened. She was kind and supportive.
Written on Mar 26, 2023 after therapy with Rafaela for 3 weeks
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