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Dr. Rachael Anderson

Therapist(she, her)
18 years of experience
  • Virtual
  • Anxiety, Depression, Maternal mental health, Relationship issues, Infertility
  • Family therapy, Individual therapy

Great to meet you!

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 20 years of experience, with a doctoral degree in Counseling and Psychological Studies. My experience has taught me to work with compassion while focusing on restoration.

I believe that every person’s journey is unique, and my role is to meet you exactly where you are—without judgment, pressure, or expectation. Whether you’re feeling overwhelmed, searching for clarity, or simply needing a safe space to process life’s challenges, we’ll move at a pace that feels right for you.

For those who find strength in their faith, I integrate faith-based principles as a source of hope, resilience, and meaning, while using evidence-based techniques. Together, we can explore how your beliefs can serve as a grounding force and a guide through difficult seasons, while also honoring your personal experiences and values.

My goal is to walk alongside you, offering compassion, practical tools, and encouragement as you take steps toward healing and growth.

If you are ready to be heard, supported and to work toward becoming the best version of yourself I am ready to partner with you.

My approach to therapy

My approach to therapy is warm, collaborative, and tailored to each individual's unique needs and goals. I believe that meaningful change occurs when clients feel genuinely heard, valued, and supported in a safe, nonjudgmental environment. Drawing from Person-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), trauma-informed practices, and strengths-based interventions, I help clients better understand their experiences, develop practical coping skills, and build resilience.

What you can expect from me

Let's be honest, starting therapy can feel a little awkward. You may be wondering what to say, how much to share, or whether you're "doing therapy right." The good news? There is no right way to show up.

Think of our first session as a conversation, not an interrogation. We'll spend time getting to know each other, talking about what's bringing you to therapy, and discussing what you'd like to see change in your life. You don't have to tell your entire life story in one appointment, and there is no pressure to share anything before you're ready.

I'll ask questions about your experiences, relationships, strengths, challenges, and goals so I can better understand the full picture of who you are, not just the problem that brought you in. Along the way, we'll identify what's working, what isn't, and where you'd like to go from here.

About me

  • I identify as
    Black or African descent, Cisgender Woman
  • My style is
    Humorous, Open Minded, Solution Oriented

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    18 years of experience
  • Training
    PhD (Doctor of Philosophy) at Regent Univeristy, Masters in Counseling at Longwood University
  • License type
    LPC (Licensed Professional Counselor) (Virginia)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna, Curative, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network, Kaiser Permanente of the Mid Atlantic

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Anxiety, Depression, Maternal mental health, Relationship issues, Infertility
  • More specialties
    Family issues, Stress management, Anger management, Women's issues
  • Therapy methods
    Multi-Systemic (MST), Structural Family, Internal Family Systems Therapy (IFS), Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Strength-Based, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Care types
    Family therapy, Individual therapy
  • Ages served
    Adults, Adolescents, Seniors
  • Languages
    English