- stress and anxiety
- relationship issues
- teen and neurodiverse focus
About Rachael
Rachael Ensom is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) with 17 years of clinical experience based in California. She lists stress, anxiety, relationship and family concerns, trauma and abuse, depression, and related issues among the difficulties she addresses. Rachael invites people to bring their real selves to sessions and takes a straightforward, genuine approach to conversation.
She listens to how life events have shaped current struggles and asks curious questions rather than judging. Sessions focus on practical talk and building understanding of patterns that contribute to anxiety, low self-esteem, relationship conflict, or addictive behaviors. Rachael also notes work with LGBT concerns, parenting pressures, anger, and mood-related problems.
Her background includes long-term clinical practice with a range of concerns, plus a stated interest in adoption and foster care, attachment issues, and post-traumatic stress. She also lists experience related to autism and Asperger syndrome, communication problems, and issues around body image and shame.
Rachael emphasizes direct connection, and she describes a particular ease in working with teens and people who identify as neurodiverse. That combination is highlighted as a comfortable fit for both the therapist and many clients she meets.
People who choose her work can expect candid conversations, straightforward feedback, and attention to how everyday life and relationships affect mood and behavior. The focus is on clear, manageable steps and ongoing review of what is or isn’t helping.
How evidence-based approaches work in online sessions
Rachael notes use of evidence-based therapeutic techniques. Cognitive behavioral approaches focus on noticing thoughts and behaviors that keep anxiety and low mood in place, and then trying small, practical experiments to change them. This method is useful for stress, social anxiety, mood problems, and many day-to-day worries.Attachment-informed work looks at patterns in relationships and early bonds that influence trust, communication, and feelings of safety with others. It can help with relationship conflict, attachment issues, and some of the effects of trauma and separation.
Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will talk with the client about goals, preferences, and what has or hasn’t helped before. Together they decide which techniques to try and adjust them as sessions progress.
The profile does not list which online session formats are available. Confirm the current session options before booking. Many people find online work helpful because it can fit around school, work, or caregiving, make scheduling simpler, and reduce travel time. Some formats also allow shorter check-ins or sessions without video when needed, which can make starting therapy easier for someone who finds meeting new people hard.
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Experience
17+ years
Listed in
California
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she commonly address?
She lists stress, anxiety, relationship and family problems, trauma and abuse, depression, addictions, LGBT concerns, parenting, anger, and self-esteem.
What is her therapeutic style like?
Her style is described as direct and genuine. She encourages people to be themselves and uses curious, nonjudgmental conversation.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has 17 years of experience working as a therapist in various clinical settings.
What credential does she hold and where is she based?
She is an LMFT - Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist - based in California.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English. International clients are accepted.
What session formats are available?
The original profile does not list specific session formats. Confirm current session options before booking.
How are costs handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin a first session?
Use the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.