Compassionate counseling for children and adults in Tennessee

Female mental health counselor in Chattanooga, Tennessee

Welcome!

Hey there. I’m so glad you found your way here.

Are you parenting a child who feels like a walking bundle of big emotions? Maybe they’re melting down over the wrong color cup, can’t sit still, or seem constantly overwhelmed, and you're left wondering if this is normal or if you're doing something wrong.

Or maybe you’re a first-time modrowning in sleep schedules, feeding advice, and that nagging feeling you should be doing it all better. You’re exhausted, touched out, and second-guessing everything. You’re not alone. And no, it’s not supposed to feel this hard all the time.

Maybe you just want to feel more confident. Set boundaries without the guilt. Break out of old patterns. Parent in a way that actually feels good.

Whatever brought you here, I’m delighted you're here.

I am so glad you are here!

I’m Rachel. a counselor, public speaker, mom of two, nature walker, pet cuddler, book lover, and someone who firmly believes cookies can be therapeutic.

I’ve spent years supporting kids and parents through the hard stuff. I know how heavy it can feel when your child is struggling or when you are. Therapy with me is real, compassionate, and never cookie-cutter. I believe meaningful change starts with feeling safe, seen, and understood. From there, we figure out what works for your family.

My ideal client

For kids- I work with children who feel anxious, misunderstood, overwhelmed, or stuck. I help them build tools to manage big feelings, improve focus, and feel more in control of their world. One small, confidence-building step at a time.

For parents- I support parents who are tired of walking on eggshells, repeating themselves 400 times a day, or feeling like they’re failing despite doing everything they can. Whether you’re overwhelmed by your child’s behavior, stuck in survival mode, or just feeling disconnected from yourself, I help you find clarity, confidence, and a path forward that feels like you.

For moms- Especially first-time moms who feel like they’ve lost themselves in the chaos of new motherhood. Together, we’ll sort through the noise, quiet the shame, and help you feel like yourself again, not just someone’s snack-fetcher.

  • Individual Counseling

    Life’s messy. Parenting is hard. And being a human? That’s a full-time job in itself.

    If you’re feeling overwhelmed, stuck, anxious, or like you're constantly googling “how to stop yelling at my kid,” you’re in the right place. My approach to therapy is grounded in empathy, curiosity, and the belief that you already have what it takes. Sometimes you just need someone to help untangle the mental knots.

    Whether you're navigating big emotions, tricky relationships, burnout, meltdowns (yours or your kid’s), or just need a space to breathe and be real, I’m here to help. My style is down-to-earth, collaborative, and centered around compassion and choice. And yes, we’ll probably laugh at least once a session. Therapy doesn’t have to feel heavy all the time.

    I work with kids, teens, and women — especially moms — who are dealing with ADHD, anxiety, emotional outbursts, behavior struggles, low self-esteem, and the general rollercoaster of life. Together, we’ll work to build connection, confidence, and calm, one session at a time.

    I offer in-person therapy in Chattanooga and virtual sessions anywhere in Tennessee. Whether you're local or showing up in your comfiest sweatpants from across the state, I’m here for it.

  • 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).