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Over the past 20+ years, I have helped many clients change the direction of their lives. As a university professor, I teach therapists the skills they need to become effective in what they do. YOUR HAPPINESS IS IN YOUR HANDS, but you have to take action. You just have to make some simple changes and enjoy the results. Many have done it, and so can you! Every day of our lives we are faced with challenges; some are greater than others. These challenges show up in life to help us grow and become a better person.

Sometimes as we go through difficult seasons personally or in our relationships in life, dark thoughts begin to arise: “How did I/We get here?”, “I don’t know how much longer I/We can do this.”, “What’s the point in trying anymore”, and it goes on. Being lost in these questions and the darkness can be so consuming that we reach a point to where we don’t even recognize the person in the mirror anymore. I am here to tell you, you don’t have to fight that agonizing fight alone. I want to turn this dark season of life to illumination of purpose uncovering truth and strength.

I see clients of all ages, for therapy and testing/evaluations. I specialize in depression, anxiety, trauma, substance abuse/dependence, behavior disorders and family systems issues. Most of my clients present with a combination of symptoms. I tailor treatment to the specific needs of the client and use research proven techniques to meet the needs of the individual, or family, in a collaborative setting. I teach healthy coping skills to address a wide range of symptoms.

These are challenging times. If you're tired of feeling stressed out, anxious, or panicky as a way of life...if you're not getting the joy you want from life and feeling more unhappy or feeling like you're not enough...if you're acting out on your frustrations instead of getting clarity, then I'm really glad you're reaching out. I am an inclusive progressive therapist & an ally. I want therapy to be a safe, nonjudgmental space for you to work individually or within your couple relationship. I'm going to listen, help you explore, and also teach you new things to help you. Let's build a future that contains more of what you want!

Are you ready? I know you have the ability. Are you ready to start? I know you want to have a meaningful life. Are you ready to lead the life you want to live? I know you struggle with unwanted thoughts and feelings. Are you ready to stop struggling with them? I know you you have made every attempt to solve these problems on your own. Are ready to meet with someone who will not judge, criticize or minimize problems? So, are you ready to begin? All it takes is clicking the button. Will you?

CHANGE! GROWTH! HEALING! It takes courage to begin a journey of personal growth. I believe that we are all capable of change, growth and healing. I support my clients by creating a safe space that is accepting and empowers them to take that first step. Therapy provides the opportunity for self-exploration and self-discovery. Our past and present experiences impact our belief system and contribute to how we view our life and its opportunities. TOGETHER we will work to create a plan for your desired change.

I believe that everyone can benefit from therapy. When you give yourself the gift of therapy, you give yourself the best chance at a fulfilling life. I help adults, single parents, couples, and any family system, which includes parents and children of all ages, balance the connection between mind, body, and spirit. As children develop, their brains ‘mirror’ their parent's brain. In other words, the parent's own growth and development, or lack of those, impact the child's brain. As parents become more aware and emotionally healthy, their children reap the rewards and move toward health as well.

I believe that change happens by doing something different, stepping out of one’s comfort zone, and exploring new solutions to problems. I believe that with assistance, and collaboration, clients have the ultimate power to create change in their lives. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Associate with experience working with diverse couples, families, and individuals struggling with issues of stress, communication, life transitions, family conflict, and more. I aim to meet my clients where they are on their path of well-being and help them accomplish their mental health goals.

Are you haunted by thoughts of living an inauthentic and meaningless life disconnected from your true self? Do past events intrude on the present, preventing you from moving forward, impairing your ability to have fulfilling relationships and eroding your self-esteem? Does the happy future you once envisioned feels like a distant memory? In the wake of this onslaught, you may feel as though you are drowning in a sea of despair, which you cannot escape. Take heart, although life’s challenges can feel insurmountable, struggling through them can promote growth in ways that ultimately make you wiser and your life more fulfilling.

Do you understand how a wound heals? Think about it. First, the pain needs to be acknowledged. Then it needs to be tended to and stabilized. Only then, can the real work of healing from within begin. I believe in the significance of this understanding because, no matter what pains life may offer, we all possess an innate capacity to acknowledge, grow, and inspire change in our lives. We also need someone who is on our side, willing and committed to providing the conditions needed to feel safe and comfortable to express and explore ourselves and our struggles. Only then can we learn to lean into change.

ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS. Are you hurting? Exhausted? Overwhelmed? Angry? Do you wonder how you can possibly go on after your loss? Please remember that grief emotions are not neat and tidy but are more like a tangled ball. And maybe you feel this way, but pretend you’re okay. This is where I can help.

Rachael has a true passion for working with teens, families, and those who feel unheard and marginalized. For over 7 years she worked exclusively with children and their families through a foster care agency, a residential setting, and in an inpatient psychiatric hospital. It is in these work environments that strengthened her abilities in helping clients face deeply rooted traumas that feed their anxiety, depression, negative self talk, and suicidal ideations. It is also through these work experiences that she has become well versed in utilizing suicide risk assessment and interventions, as well as, crisis intervention.

It is my belief if you are not where you want to be in some aspect of your life that you have complete control to change "something" in order to improve where currently are and to "feel better and be better" both mentally and physically. I have spent the past eighteen years working in a variety of setting with a variety of clients helping people do just that "be better." The road to this will look very different from person to person, but the end result is the same "positive change."

Rachel is a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Texas, and has been counseling adolescents and young adults at Nikao since 2011. She completed her undergraduate studies at Baylor University. She then completed graduate level work at Dallas Theological Seminary where she received a Masters degree in counseling. Rachel has a passion to work with young women and counsel them through anxiety, depression, self-harm, relationship struggles, eating disorders and self-worth.

Change is the only constant in life, but that doesn't necessarily mean it is easy! Pain is an indicator that something isn't working and it is time for change. Like most things worthwhile, change requires hard work. Guiding you through the process of change is my lifework. Whatever your struggle, I'm here to work through it with you --you are not alone! If you want to change your life, change your mind.

I am a Collaborative Psychologist, working with individuals, families, and couples. I treat Depression, postpartum, marital conflicts, and I coach parents to enhance parenting skills. Therapy works when we develop complete honesty, mutual respect, optimism, and realistic goals . I use Mindfulness, Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), and nonverbal tools to treat trauma and anxiety. In response to COVID-19 I am expanding my work using Tele-Psychology. In order to access this feature: text me at: 202-299-4009or go to https://orna-goldwater.clientsecure.me

I believe that each person and their story is uniquely different and therefore requires treatment that is tailored specifically to your needs. What I incorporate into my sessions is authenticity, humor, and a pragmatic approach. In therapy, we are there to meet YOUR goals and what you have come to work through. I feel that rapport is essential to the process of therapy and rapport is where therapy begins. I pull from a lot of different theories when working with clients such as CBT, DBT, attachment theory, family systems, but most of all, what is more important than a theory is being WITH my client in whatever moment they are in.

I have a passion for helping clients through difficult life circumstances and transitions. Helping clients improve their health and well-being is my one of my greatest joys and the reason I became a therapist.

Have you reached a breaking point? That emotional place that feels like no matter what you do, you just can't win. It's possible you feel stressed-out, anxious, sad or depressed & know you're not functioning the way you'd like to be. Perhaps you feel stuck in your relationship or marriage. You’ve invested a great deal of time & energy into one another & despite all effort can't seem to get your needs met. Or, maybe you're single & struggling... It's possible you're a parent and need support on how to hold feelings, set limits and preserve your energy. Or, it could be that you're a professional at a crossroads and feeling burned out.