- Stress and anxiety
- Trauma and abuse
- Self esteem
About Rachael
Rachael Finstuen is a Minnesota LPCC - a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor - with seven years of clinical experience. She helps people who are dealing with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, low self-esteem, depression, and major life changes. Rachael works with adults in English and draws on practical conversation to address immediate concerns.
Rachael focuses on listening and clear, direct discussion about what is causing distress. Sessions are straightforward and goal oriented, with attention to symptoms people report and the situations that trigger them. She uses what works for the person in front of her rather than a fixed script.
She also helps people who struggle with feelings tied to abandonment, adoption and foster care histories, attachment issues, and family of origin problems. Rachael addresses difficult feelings such as guilt, shame, isolation, and impulsivity, and she supports people facing identity and body image concerns.
First responder issues, coping with the impact of trauma, and navigating control or codependency patterns are other areas she covers. Rachael talks through practical ways to manage stress and build steadier daily routines when life changes are hard to handle.
Her approach is respectful and attentive. She works with each person to shape the conversation and plan so sessions focus on concrete steps and manageable goals. To begin, clients follow the site process to answer a short questionnaire and schedule an initial session.
Therapeutic methods and how online sessions work
Rachael uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to guide sessions. One common approach focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors that keep anxiety and depression active; this helps people practice different responses to stressful situations. Another approach centers on coping skills for managing trauma responses and strong emotions, teaching grounding and regulation strategies that can reduce overwhelm in day-to-day life.Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Rachael will talk with each person about their goals, preferences, and what has or hasn’t worked before. Together they decide which techniques to try and adjust them as progress is made.
Confirm current session options before booking so you know how sessions will be arranged. Online therapy can make it easier to fit appointments into a busy week, shorten travel time, and allow check-ins from a familiar setting. Some formats may work better for quick conversations while others fit longer, deeper sessions, so discuss timing and length during the matching step to make sure sessions fit your schedule and needs.
Areas of expertise
Additional focus areas
Experience
7+ years
Listed in
Minnesota
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she address?
She works with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, self-esteem, depression, and coping with life changes, plus related issues like attachment and isolation.
How does she approach therapy?
Sessions focus on practical conversation and clear goals. Rachael adjusts the plan to the person's needs rather than following a rigid protocol.
How much experience does she have?
She has seven years of professional experience as a practicing clinician in mental health settings.
What are her credentials and location?
She holds the LPCC credential and practices in Minnesota.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions paid for?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I start a first session?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first session through the site.