Raquel Arellano-Jackson

I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in California, and I see clients both virtually and in-person in the Redlands area. My clinical background includes years of experience working with adults who are working through depression, anxiety, difficult family dynamics, transitions, and identity exploration. I'm especially drawn to working with adults who are ready to invest in their own growth and are looking for a grounded, warm therapist who is willing to explore that with them.

I believe real change is a gradual evolution (hence my practice name Gentle Evolutions), and there are often many stops along the way. I bring a lot of warmth and genuine curiosity to that process, while also keeping sessions rooted in your therapy goals. I acknowledge the vulnerability that comes with sharing your story and identity with others and aim to create a space where you feel able to share 100% of what is coming to your mind. I provide stability for clients through the difficult times and ensure that we also celebrate the small successes in the therapeutic space.

Our first session is an opportunity for us to explore what is bringing you to therapy, including present and past experiences. We'll explore how things are going in every domain of your life to see how those may be affecting the primary reason you're coming to therapy. I always make sure to check that my understanding of your reasons for coming to therapy matches yours. At the end of a first session, we create goals that will guide our work together and keep us on track. During this session, you're also able to determine whether my personality and style fits what you're looking for.