Rachel Machtinger
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
Available online only
San Diego, CA 92122
Managed by Headlight Health. Your call or email may go to a representative.
Let's Connect (858) 358-6500
Managed by Headlight Health. Your call or email may go to a representative.
Adolescence and young adulthood can be intensely tender seasons—especially when layered with trauma, identity exploration, or feeling out of sync with the world around you. You might feel pressure to be okay when inside, things feel anything but. With an MSW from Smith College and a grounding in DBT, mindfulness, and motivational interviewing, I support LGBTQ+ teens and young adults navigating PTSD, emotional overwhelm, and the search for authenticity.
What draws me to this work is the quiet alchemy that happens when stories are told and truly heard—how that process can soften shame, expand understanding, and open the door to change. In therapy, I create a space where young people can claim their voice, make meaning of their pain, and grow into a version of themselves that feels more whole and more free.
If you’re seeking a space to be seen without judgment and supported with care, I invite you to reach out. Your story matters—and you don’t have to carry it alone.
Take the first step to help. Call or Email Rachel Machtinger now - (858) 358-6500
Let's Connect (858) 358-6500
Managed by Headlight Health. Your call or email may go to a representative.
Finances
Payment Methods
American Express, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, VisaInsurance
- Aetna
- Allied Benefits - Aetna Plans
- Blue Shield
- Cigna and Evernorth
- EBMS
- Medicare
- Meritain Health
- Optum
- Self Pay
- Surest
- United Medical Resources (UMR)
- UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
Rachel Machtinger
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Email me or call with questions - (858) 358-6500
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of California / 113262 Rachel Hannah Machtinger
- Attended Smith College, MSW, Graduated 2018
Education and Years In Practice
Rachel Machtinger
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. Email or (858) 358-6500
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Trauma and PTSD
- LGBTQ+
- Adolescents & Young Adults
Expertise
- ADHD
- Adoption
- Anxiety
- Autism
- Bipolar Disorder
- Career Counseling
- Coping Skills
- Depression
- Education and Learning Disabilities
- Grief
- Life Transitions
- Mood Disorders
- Relationship Issues
- Sleep or Insomnia
Rachel Machtinger
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Do these issues align with your needs? Email or (858) 358-6500
Client Focus
Age
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
Intersex Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Transgender Allied
Age
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
Intersex Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Transgender Allied
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
- Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
- Motivational Interviewing
Rachel Machtinger
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. Email or (858) 358-6500
Location
Additional Location
Temecula, CA 92592
(858) 358-6500Nearby Areas
Neighborhoods
Rachel Machtinger
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Take the first step to help. Call now - (858) 358-6500