Rachel’s therapeutic philosophy is built around embracing individual strengths and discovering ways to help people live meaningful and authentic lives. Her primary focus is working with individuals and couples that need help managing anxiety, depression, and other symptoms related to neurodiversity (ADHD, Autism, etc). 

 

She holds an active Wilderness First Responder (WFR) certification and has received specialized training in trauma-informed care, clinical rock climbing therapy, psychodynamics, and adventure therapy. Her 4+ years of in-depth supervision with counselor-supervisor William Symes, LPC-S has provided invaluable insight and perspective from Bill's 45+ years of clinical expertise in the field.

 

Rachel is an Arkansas state licensed professional counselor and holds Master of Science and Education Specialist degrees in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. In graduate school, Rachel served as the assistant editor-in-chief of the Journal of Graduate Education Research and was a member of the Chi Sigma Iota Honors Society. She received her B.A. from the University of Arkansas in Psychology with a minor in Philosophy. Rachel has research experience in social psychology, neuroscience, and the intersection of mental health and diet, in which she has published original research.

 

In her free time, Rachel enjoys spending time with her son, husband, and other family and friends. She loves climbing, spending time in nature, cooking, and traveling. Her goals for 2025 are starting a garden at her home in Fayetteville and getting back into bouldering.