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Rachel Thomas

Therapist(she/her)
7 years of experience
  • Virtual & in-person
  • Anxiety, Depression, Anger management, Trauma
  • Individual therapy, Family therapy, Couples therapy

Great to meet you!

I am a compassionate social worker dedicated to helping individuals navigate life’s challenges in a supportive, nonjudgmental environment. I work with clients experiencing anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, relationship issues, life transitions, and self-esteem concerns.

My approach is client-centered and strengths-based, focusing on helping clients build healthy coping skills, improve emotional well-being, and create positive change. I strive to provide a safe space where clients feel heard, respected, and empowered throughout their journey.

My approach to therapy

My approach to therapy is collaborative, compassionate, and client-centered. I create a supportive, nonjudgmental space where clients feel heard and empowered to work toward meaningful change. My style is warm, practical, and strengths-based, combining insight with concrete coping tools and strategies.

I draw from evidence-based approaches including CBT, Solution-Focused Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and trauma-informed care. I work with individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, stress, life transitions, relationship challenges, trauma, and burnout, with a focus on helping clients build resilience, improve coping skills, and increase overall emotional wellness.

What you can expect from me

Clients can expect a welcoming, supportive, and nonjudgmental environment where they can feel comfortable sharing at their own pace. During the first session, I focus on getting to know the client, understanding their concerns, strengths, and goals, and answering any questions they may have about the therapy process.

Together, we begin identifying priorities for treatment and developing goals that feel realistic and meaningful. My aim is for clients to leave the first session feeling heard, supported, and hopeful, with a clearer understanding of how we can work together moving forward.

About me

  • I identify as
    Caucasian, Cisgender Woman
  • My style is
    Direct, Empowering, Solution Oriented

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    7 years of experience
  • Training
    MSW (Master of Social Work) at Tulane University
  • License type
    LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) (New Mexico), LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) Out-of-State Telehealth (Florida)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Ascension, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Mexico, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna, Curative, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network, Oxford, Providence Health Plan, United Healthcare, United Healthcare Medicare Advantage

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Anxiety, Depression, Anger management, Trauma
  • More specialties
    Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Bipolar disorder, LGBTQIA+, Stress management, Panic disorders, Physical health issues, PTSD
  • Therapy methods
    Behavior Modification, Structural Family, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Strength-Based, Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Trauma Focused CBT, Internal Family Systems Therapy (IFS), Behavioral Activation (BA), Attachment Based Family Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Conjoint Therapy for PTSD, Attachment Based, Bowen Family Systems, Behavioral, Cognitive Behavioral Family Therapy, Behavior Management
  • Care types
    Individual therapy, Family therapy, Couples therapy
  • Ages served
    Adolescents, Children, Adults
  • Languages
    English
  • Location
    8417 Washington Place Northeast Suite B
    Albuquerque, NM 87113

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