Rachel McCarthy, PsyD

Being entrusted with your vulnerability is an honor and privilege and one that I do not take lightly. Because I believe in the power of the individual to make powerful, positive, growth-oriented changes in their lives, I strive to build a relationship of trust with my patients. I believe that this relationship, while not a remedy for pain, provides more space to effectively address and work through discomfort. My therapeutic style is warm and integrative, guided by an anti-racist framework and trauma-informed that emphasizes healing, empowerment, and strength-based, culturally informed care. I draw upon developmental, psychodynamic, interpersonal, and systems-oriented perspectives to meet patients where they are and support their growth in a holistic and meaningful way. I have provided therapeutic services for over 10 years to individuals across the lifespan who present with complex trauma, mood and anxiety disorders, interpersonal problems, school and/or work-related challenges, and life and identity transitions. I have received training in and integrate interventions including Child-Parent Psychotherapy, Interpersonal Psychotherapy, play therapy, TF-CBT, Parent Child Interaction Therapy, The Nurtured Heart Approach, and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy. I also employ humor, mindfulness, and strategies from ACT among others. You can expect a collaborative conversation focused on understanding what brings you to therapy, learning about your background, and identifying your goals for our work together. We’ll take time to discuss what feels most important to you, and I’ll answer any questions you may have about the process so that you leave the session with a sense of direction, comfort, and hope for the path ahead. My hope is that your first experience with me conveys warmth, empathy, and a genuine sense of emotional safety.