Rachel Max
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW (she, her)
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
5 Endorsed
Let's Connect (619) 900-2684
Do you feel anxious, down, or disconnected from your emotions? Do you find yourself feeling overwhelmed by your emotions and self-critical thoughts, or do you try to avoid your thoughts and feelings altogether? In your relationship, are communication and emotional intimacy a struggle, or do you feel stuck in the same conflict patterns over and over again? If you’re ready to break out of these cycles but feel unsure how, you are not alone. Often, the protective strategies that once helped us survive can keep us from thriving—both as individuals and in our most meaningful relationships. Here, your healing journey begins.
I provide a warm, compassionate space for individuals and couples to explore emotions and behaviors that drive negative patterns. Using Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), we will work toward living a full, connected life, flexibly navigating all kinds of experiences, from joy to pain, and everywhere in between.
I believe that therapy is most effective when it’s a joint effort between therapist and client. I bring a direct, loving, and creative approach to our work together, where your needs, safety, and wellbeing are at the center. My style is integrative—combining the best aspects of EFT and ACT to meet your unique needs. Please reach out for a free consultation.
Call or Email Rachel Max now for a free 15 minute consultation - (619) 900-2684
Let's Connect (619) 900-2684
Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $175
- Couple Sessions $225
- Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
Payment Methods
American Express, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, VisaInsurance
- Out of Network
Rachel Max
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (619) 900-2684
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of California / 100021 Rachel Max
- In Practice for 10 years
- Attended San Diego State University, MSW, Graduated 2018
- License: DC Board of Social Work, LICSW LC200003967
- License: Virginia Board of Social Work, LCSW 0904018618 / 2025
Education and Years In Practice
Additional Credentials
Rachel Max
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (619) 900-2684
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Anxiety
- Marital and Premarital
- Relationship Issues
Expertise
- Bisexual
- Body Image
- Coping Skills
- Depression
- Grief
- LGBTQ+
- Life Coaching
- Life Transitions
- Mood Disorders
- Peer Relationships
- Self Esteem
- Sex-Positive, Kink Allied
- Spirituality
- Stress
- Women's Issues
Rachel Max
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (619) 900-2684
5 Endorsements
Client Focus
Age
Adults
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
HIV / AIDS Allied ,
Intersex Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Sex Worker Allied ,
Transgender Allied
Age
Adults
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
HIV / AIDS Allied ,
Intersex Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Sex Worker Allied ,
Transgender Allied
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
- Attachment-based
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Compassion Focused
- Culturally Sensitive
- Emotionally Focused
- Feminist
- Humanistic
- Internal Family Systems (IFS)
- Interpersonal
- Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
- Multicultural
- Person-Centered
- Psychodynamic
- Strength-Based
Rachel Max
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (619) 900-2684