Holistic Jungian therapist specializing in trauma and relationships
Hello, I am a licensed independent clinical social worker in Massachusetts with over 10 years of experience working as a clinician and school social worker. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, social skills, Autism Spectrum Disorders, OCD and ADHD. I have also worked in a residential setting for 4 years where I met with individuals who have experienced physical, sexual, and emotional trauma.
My special interests are with children and adolescents where I can help them identify triggers, develop and practice coping strategies, practice mindfulness and implement this into their daily life, improve self-esteem and confidence, and improve communication skills. My goal is to provide a non-judgmental and comfortable space to help guide clients to work through their challenges. It is my belief that the therapeutic relationship formed between the client and therapist is the most essential part of the therapeutic process.
My counseling style is warm and interactive. I strongly believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and I do not believe in stigmatizing labels. My approach combines various modalities that are tailored towards your current needs. We will work together to discuss a treatment plan and strive towards achieving your unique goals. I also have a certified therapy dog, Bauer, who is a 2 year old Goldendoodle. He is a wonderful co-clinician as he often helps clients feel more comfortable during sessions.
It takes courage to seek for a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. If you are ready to take that step I am here to support and empower you.
I look forward to working with you!
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Rachel McGowan is a licensed independent clinical social worker in Massachusetts with 11 years of experience as a clinician and school social worker. She has supported people facing a wide variety of concerns, including depression, anxiety, relationship challenges, social skills development, Autism Spectrum Disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorder, and attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder. Rachel also spent four years working in a residential setting with individuals who have experienced physical, sexual, and emotional trauma.
Her primary interest is working with children and adolescents, helping them recognize triggers, build and practice coping strategies, incorporate mindfulness into daily routines, boost self-esteem and confidence, and strengthen communication skills. Rachel aims to create a non-judgmental, comfortable environment that guides young people and their families as they work through difficulties, and she emphasizes the central role of the therapeutic relationship in the healing process.
Rachel’s counseling style is warm and interactive, grounded in respect, sensitivity, and compassion and avoiding stigmatizing labels. She draws from multiple therapeutic approaches and tailors interventions to meet each person’s current needs. Together with clients she develops a treatment plan and works toward their individual goals.
Rachel also works alongside her certified therapy dog, Bauer, a 2-year-old Goldendoodle who often helps clients feel more at ease during sessions. Seeking change requires courage, and Rachel is committed to supporting and empowering those who are ready to take that first step.
For many common concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, or adapting to life changes, online therapy can be as effective as traditional in-person care. Research and clinical experience indicate that virtual treatment works well for these everyday mental health needs.
One major benefit of online therapy is flexibility. People can choose the mode of communication that fits their comfort level and schedule – video sessions, phone calls, live chat, or in-app messaging – making it simpler to integrate therapy into a busy life.
All participating therapists are licensed professionals, and clients have the option to change therapists if they are seeking a different therapeutic match. Online therapy offers a practical and adaptable route for accessing professional support when facing stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, or significant life transitions.
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