- Anxiety management
- Relationship issues
- Adult ADHD
About Rachel
Rachel Mattis is an LPC (Licensed Professional Counselor) in Texas with 15 years of clinical experience. She works with people who are managing anxiety, stress, relationship challenges, self-esteem concerns, life changes, and adult ADHD, including social anxiety and phobia. Rachel also addresses issues like codependency, commitment and communication problems, and feelings of isolation.
Her style is practical and person-centered. She helps people identify patterns that get in the way, such as perfectionism, people-pleasing, and old family dynamics. Sessions focus on clear steps and real-life strategies rather than abstract theory.
Rachel pays attention to how early experiences and internalized beliefs shape current behavior. She supports clients in spotting unhelpful thinking and responding differently in challenging situations. Work might include setting boundaries, improving communication, and reducing avoidance in social settings.
She notes her Jewish identity and Zionist views and says she can offer understanding to clients with similar backgrounds who struggle to find therapists who recognize that aspect of identity. This is offered as an option rather than a defining feature of the practice.
Clients can expect direct, practical conversations aimed at changing everyday patterns. Rachel frames therapy as collaborative, with steps tailored to each person's needs and preferences. To begin, prospective clients are asked to use the site's online intake and scheduling flow.
Evidence-informed techniques and online care
Rachel uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on real-world change. One common approach is work that helps people notice and change unhelpful thoughts and avoidance patterns so they can face social situations with clearer steps and less internal criticism. Another approach focuses on behavioral strategies such as graded exposure and practical skill-building to reduce avoidance and build confidence in social settings.Deciding which approach fits best is part of the work together. She will help clients weigh their goals, daily routines, and comfort with different methods, and then try methods collaboratively to see what helps most. Adjustments are made over time based on how the work is going.
The therapist's biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm current online options before booking. Many people find that remote sessions make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. Others value being on video for more direct connection or prefer audio for lower bandwidth. Talk through scheduling and format preferences when you complete the intake so sessions can fit into your everyday routine.
Areas of expertise
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Experience
15+ years
Listed in
Texas
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does she help with?
She works with anxiety, stress, relationship difficulties, self-esteem problems, life changes, and adult ADHD, including social anxiety and phobia.
What is her general approach in sessions?
Sessions are practical and person-centered, focusing on identifying patterns and teaching concrete coping strategies for daily life.
How much clinical experience does she have?
Rachel has 15 years of experience as a counselor working with adults on a range of concerns from mood to relationship problems.
What are her credentials and where does she practice?
She is an LPC, licensed in Texas, and conducts work from that state.
Does she offer sessions in other languages or to international clients?
Sessions are offered in English, and she is not currently accepting international clients.
What session formats are available?
The original biography does not specify session formats, so confirm current session options with the provider before booking.
How is cost handled for sessions?
Costs vary by location; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin if I want to work with her?
Start by selecting the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.