Compassionate counseling for children and adults in Tennessee

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Welcome!

Are you parenting a child who seems constantly overwhelmed, melting down over the smallest things, struggling to focus, listen, or cope?

Are you a first-time mom feeling like you’re barely keeping your head above water, exhausted, second-guessing yourself, and wondering if it is supposed to be this hard?

Maybe you want to feel more confident, set boundaries that actually stick, or finally break out of patterns that just aren’t working.

I am so glad you are here!

Hi, I’m Rachel! I am a counselor, public speaker, mom of 2, lover of books and baked goods, a pet person, and someone who loves a walk in the woods.

I’ve spent years working with kids and parents, and I know how heavy it can feel when your child is struggling- or when you are. I believe change starts with feeling safe, understood, and seen.

My ideal client

I work with children who feel misunderstood, anxious, distracted, or stuck, helping them build tools to manage emotions, focus better, and feel more in control of their world.

I support first-time moms who feel overwhelmed, disconnected, or like they’ve lost themselves in the chaos of early motherhood, helping them adjust, reconnect with who they are, and find the joy in their new role.

I help parents who are feeling frustrated, worn down, or unsure of what to do next when it comes to their child’s big emotions or challenging behaviors, offering guidance that is practical, compassionate, and tailored to your family.

  • Individual Counseling

    My approach to counseling is rooted in empathy, respect, and a belief in your inherent strengths and resilience. I provide a space where we can slow down and connect so that can freely express your thoughts, feelings, and concerns. Whether you're struggling with relationships, self-esteem, anxiety, or any other life challenge, I am here to support you every step of the way. I value collaboration, choice, and compassion, and use those to guide therapeutic intervention.

    I work with children, teens, and adults, specifically women. I specialize in supporting those with ADHD, anxiety, behavioral issues, depression, low self-esteem, and parenting.

  • Group Therapy

    COMING SOON!

    Lego Social Skills Group for Kids

  • Public Speaking

    I offer professional development sessions and parent sessions in person in Chattanooga. Past topics have included: Behavior Management Strategies for Young Learners, Google for Education for School Counselors, and Integrating Social Emotional Learning into the Classroom.

  • The Seeing My Time® Program

    I am trained and certified to lead The Seeing My Time® program, a brain-based curriculum designed for students aged 5th grade through adulthood. This is a time-management, planning, and organization program designed for individuals with executive function challenges, who miss deadlines, are chronically late, struggle to meet others' expectations, feel stressed and overwhelmed.

    About this course:
    10 Private one-on-one sessions with one of our instructors, taking your family through the Seeing My Time® workbook
    Sessions are 50 minutes long and held via Zoom or in-person
    Sessions must be scheduled within a 5-month period

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FAQs

  • Sometimes you need help zooming out to gain perspective on a problem. If you are a parent, you might need another set of eyes and ears to help get to the root of an issue. It's also beneficial for personal growth, improving relationships, enhancing coping skills, and managing life challenges.

  • I love working with parents of young children and kids 6+! People seek therapy for various reasons, including managing stress, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, grief, trauma, and personal development. Therapy provides a safe space to explore thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and to develop coping skills. Think we might be a good fit? Let's chat!

  • This session is a chance for us to get to know each other. Ask lots of questions! This session is a chance for you to determine if we will be a good fit. I also like to begin with the end in mind! What are your goals for therapy?

  • No, I do not but I use Mentaya which helps you use your "out-of-network" benefits to get insurance to cover part of the cost of therapy.

  • I am a Nationally Certified Counselor (NCC). I have a master’s in counselor education and 7 years of experience in school counseling. I am not fully licensed in the state of Tennessee yet but I am in the process of gaining the clinical hours to become a Licensed Professional Counselor. I have additional training in executive function coaching, PC-CARE (in progress), and Perinatal Mental Health (in progress).