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Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S
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Rachael Cayton Barden

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S (she, her)

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11 Endorsed
8701 Shoal Creek Blvd, Ste 403, Austin, TX 78757
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8701 Shoal Creek Blvd Ste 403 Austin, TX 78757
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To others, you seem to have it all together, but the pain of your past and future colliding keeps you up at night. Past injuries have a continual hold on you and influence your most important relationships. Acting in line with your heart does not seem possible when you're caught in these patterns. You are stuck, but things can change. Loving yourself and appreciating each moment is an attainable goal, and one that I can help you reach. Through our conversations, you will gain a better understanding of yourself and your beginnings and start to feel more peace within your life and relationships.
I have experience helping people manage stress, build self compassion, examine addiction patterns, cope with family member addiction, address developmental trauma, brave parenting challenges, and change the way they approach and interact within relationships. I will help you face your emotions safely and gently, and transform hardship into strength.
I am active, collaborative, holistic, intuitive, and nurturing. My approach helps build your understanding of your own family dynamics and history, neurobiological processes, and emotional reactions within relationships. I strongly believe in the possibility for change and will help you take steps toward healing and fulfillment within your life.
Call or Rachael Cayton Barden now for a free 15 minute consultation - (512) 865-5061

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

8701 Shoal Creek Blvd

Ste 403

Austin, TX 78757 map

(512) 865-5061
My website
WeIcome! I prefer meeting in-person, but also offer online daytime sessions. You can find me at my Shoal Creek northwest Austin office.
I specialize in Parenting, Trauma and PTSD and Grief 
$170 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals and groups  
Quick intro to me and my practice!
Rachael Cayton Barden
Let's Connect (512) 865-5061
Photo of Rachael Cayton Barden, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

8701 Shoal Creek Blvd

Ste 403

Austin, TX 78757 map

(512) 865-5061
My website
WeIcome! I prefer meeting in-person, but also offer online daytime sessions. You can find me at my Shoal Creek northwest Austin office.
I specialize in Parenting, Trauma and PTSD and Grief 
$170 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals and groups  
Quick intro to me and my practice!
Rachael Cayton Barden

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $170

Payment Methods

American Express, Cash, Check, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Paypal, Visa

Insurance

  • Medicaid
  • Out of Network
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I can provide clients with a receipt to send to their insurance company for Out of Network benefit reimbursement. I also accept HSA card payments.
Photo of Rachael Cayton Barden, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S
Rachael Cayton Barden
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (512) 865-5061
"
I can provide clients with a receipt to send to their insurance company for Out of Network benefit reimbursement. I also accept HSA card payments.
Photo of Rachael Cayton Barden, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S
Rachael Cayton Barden
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (512) 865-5061

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Texas / 40419 Rachael Cayton Barden
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 20 years
  • Attended University of Texas, Graduated 2004
  • Additional Credentials

  • Membership with University of Texas School of Social Work Alumni Board President 2025
  • Certificate from Internal Family Systems Therapy Level 1 (1102) Training Program / 2025
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With over 20 years in the field, I am trained in the trauma treatments of Internal Family Systems (2025), Brainspotting (2019), Cognitive Processing Therapy (2015), and support parents with Positive Discipline Parenting (2018). I have expertise in neurodivergence, mindfulness, and adolescence.
Photo of Rachael Cayton Barden, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S
Rachael Cayton Barden
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (512) 865-5061
"
With over 20 years in the field, I am trained in the trauma treatments of Internal Family Systems (2025), Brainspotting (2019), Cognitive Processing Therapy (2015), and support parents with Positive Discipline Parenting (2018). I have expertise in neurodivergence, mindfulness, and adolescence.
Photo of Rachael Cayton Barden, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S
Rachael Cayton Barden
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (512) 865-5061

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Parenting
  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Grief

Expertise

  • Addiction
  • ADHD
  • Anger Management
  • Anxiety
  • Body Image
  • Caregivers
  • Codependency
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Developmental Trauma
  • Domestic Violence
  • Family Conflict
  • LGBTQ+
  • Life Transitions
  • Neurodivergence
  • Peer Relationships
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Sex-Positive & Kink Friendly
  • Stress
  • Substance Use
  • Women's Issues
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I help parents support their children in the ways that they wish they had been supported. Sometimes that means slowing down in therapy to address deep-rooted feelings, longings, and pain that get in the way of you being the parent that you know you can be. Parenting is hard. I hope to nurture your move away from older, unwanted patterns.
Photo of Rachael Cayton Barden, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S
Rachael Cayton Barden
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (512) 865-5061
"
I help parents support their children in the ways that they wish they had been supported. Sometimes that means slowing down in therapy to address deep-rooted feelings, longings, and pain that get in the way of you being the parent that you know you can be. Parenting is hard. I hope to nurture your move away from older, unwanted patterns.
Photo of Rachael Cayton Barden, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S
Rachael Cayton Barden
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (512) 865-5061

11 Endorsements

Austin Counseling and Trauma Specialists
Austin Counseling and Trauma Specialists
Licensed Professional Counselor
Rachael is a skilled and thorough counselor who can help clients reach their counseling goals!
Michele Quintin Quill
Michele Quintin Quill
Clinical Social Work/TherapistLCSWBSP
Rachael does amazing work with substance use, developmental trauma and other issues. She is straightforward, kind, and compassionate. Highly recommend!
Heather S Newby
Heather S Newby
Licensed Professional CounselorMALPC
Rachael is a truly caring and skilled therapist. She shows up with authenticity, warmth, and a deep supportive approach that helps clients feel safe, heard, and empowered in their therapeutic process. Highly recommend.
Amy C. Ryan
Amy C. Ryan
Clinical Social Work/TherapistLCSWLCDC
Rachael brings warmth, integrity and deep care to her work. She is a compassionate and highly skilled psychotherapist and provides thoughtful and effective care.

Client Focus

Age

Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Group

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Transgender Allied

Age

Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Group

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Transgender Allied

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Attachment-based
  • Brainspotting
  • Clinical Supervision and Licensed Supervisors
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • Existential
  • Experiential Therapy
  • Feminist
  • Hypnotherapy
  • Internal Family Systems (IFS)
  • Meditation for Stress-Management
  • Relational
  • Sandplay
  • Somatic
  • Strength-Based
  • Trauma Focused
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I support clients on their deep journey to heal childhood trauma using techniques that are somatic, experiential, intuitive, and gentle. I strive to help you move through your trauma at your own pace and will honor the pain felt, without flinching.
Photo of Rachael Cayton Barden, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S
Rachael Cayton Barden
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (512) 865-5061
"
I support clients on their deep journey to heal childhood trauma using techniques that are somatic, experiential, intuitive, and gentle. I strive to help you move through your trauma at your own pace and will honor the pain felt, without flinching.
Photo of Rachael Cayton Barden, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S
Rachael Cayton Barden
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (512) 865-5061

Groups


Location

Primary Location

8701 Shoal Creek Blvd

Ste 403

Austin, TX 78757

(512) 865-5061

Nearby Areas

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WeIcome! I prefer meeting in-person, but also offer online daytime sessions. You can find me at my Shoal Creek northwest Austin office.
Photo of Rachael Cayton Barden, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S
Rachael Cayton Barden
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S
Call for a free consultation now - (512) 865-5061
"
WeIcome! I prefer meeting in-person, but also offer online daytime sessions. You can find me at my Shoal Creek northwest Austin office.
Photo of Rachael Cayton Barden, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S
Rachael Cayton Barden
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S
Call for a free consultation now - (512) 865-5061