Rachel Relkin (she/her)

I use Attachment Theory as a way to identify patterns of clients' behaviors in their relationships as well as conflict management strategies to utilize to create healthier, more productive and honest communication and in interpersonal relationships (family, friends, romantic partners, etc.)

I help guide client's in improving self-worth/confidence through use of CBT/self-talk strategies, and exploring the root of where the lack of confidence/self-esteem stems from based on their past experiences (childhood, past relationships, etc).

I specialize in CBT and believe changing the way you think can be a difficult task, but not impossible. I work to help clients counteract their negative/catastrophizing tendencies in order to help alleviate anxious/racing thoughts and other anxiety-related symptoms while also incorporating self-talk and mindfulness practices as well.

I have incorporated the following therapy approaches in my sessions: CBT, trauma-focused CBT, Person-Centered therapy, Psychodynamic therapy, Solution-focused therapy, Career counseling, Grief therapy, Mindfulness-based CBT, Attachment theory, and Narrative therapy.

I believe many individuals can be a product of their environment and can be helpful to explore their childhood/home environments and impact on their adult life and relationship behaviors/patterns.

writing can be a cathartic/therapeutic process by releasing thoughts and feelings onto paper. I often provide written prompts/exercises (upon clients' requests) to help motivate them to explore and process their inner thoughts both inside and outside of their sessions.