Rachel Schwartz, LMSW
Therapist
Ages Served
Adults (up to 40), Adults (41-64)
Expertise
Anxiety and Trauma Disorders, Mood Disorders
Services Offered
Adult Therapy/Counseling (Individual)
Treatment Approach
Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Compassion-Focused, Crisis Counseling, Humanistic, Internal Family Systems (IFS), Jungian, Mindfulness-Based (MBCT), Motivational Interviewing, Person-Centered Therapy, Psychodynamic, Solution-Focused Brief (SFBT), Strengths-Based Therapy, Trauma-Focused Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy
Specialties
Anxiety, Codependency, Coping Skills, Depression, Dual Diagnosis, Grief and Loss, Life Coaching, Life Transitions, Peer Relationship Issues, Self-Esteem, Sleep or Insomnia, Stress, Substance Use, Trauma and PTSD
About
Rachel likes the question "What happened to you?" not "What's wrong with you?" She firmly believes that every person has a story that deserves to be told. Acknowledging the immense strength it takes to seek help, Rachel makes sure to commend people's bravery and courage. When working with individuals, she meets them where they are at and strives to create a safe space where they don't feel isolated.
Rachel strongly holds the belief that each person knows themselves best, and together as a team, they can reach the clients' desired goals. Building a trusting, therapeutic relationship is of the utmost importance in her therapy process.
Her approach is holistic and humanistic, incorporating therapies such as person-centered therapy, mindfulness therapy, psychodynamic therapy, trauma-informed care, and cognitive-behavioral therapy. Rachel believes in tailoring the approach to each person's needs and finding what works best for them. Rachel is proud of her journey and how she got to where she is today. She takes pride in the self-help workbook she self-published and the support group she ran. Her passion for helping others stems from a deep desire to ensure that no one feels alone. Breaking the stigma surrounding mental health is a significant goal for Rachel, as she envisions a world where mental health treatment is normalized and accepted by all.
Education & Experience
Rachel received a Bachelor's degree in Psychology in 2020. She volunteered as a crisis text-line counselor beginning December 2020. In 2023, she received a Master’s degree in Social Work. During her Master’s program Rachel gained experience in crisis management, trauma treatment, intensive case management, substance abuse recovery, group work, and individual therapy.
Languages Spoken
English
Licensed In
Maryland
Gender
Woman
Ethnicity
Caucasian
A Little Bit About Me
"In my free time I like to spend time in nature and by the beach watching sunrises and sunsets. I also enjoy playing basketball."
Have questions?
We’re here to answer them. Give us a call or request an appointment through our online form.