Hi, I’m Rachel—a therapist who gets how overwhelming OCD, anxiety, and eating struggles can be for kids and teens.
If you’re a parent watching your child:
I want you to know: Their feelings make sense, and change is possible.
While I haven’t walked in your child’s shoes, I’ve spent years helping kids and teens rewrite their stories through Exposure Therapy (ERP) and family-centered care. What drives me? Seeing a child who once hid from birthday parties confidently blow out candles—or a teen with ARFID finally enjoy a meal with friends.
I don’t just treat young clients—I champion them because:
I work best with ages 6-25 who:
✓ Feel ruled by rituals or food rules
✓ Shut down when emotions overwhelm them
✓ Need a guide who’s both playful and professional
$125.00
I specialize in ERP for Pediatric OCD and family-centered strategies for ARFID/anxiety—adapting gold-standard treatments to fit how kids and teens learn best. With advanced training in child-focused ERP and DBT, I weave therapy into games, art, and pop culture (yes, we might use Baby Yoda to explain anxiety!). Parents receive tailored coaching to reinforce progress at home, because lasting change happens when the whole team works together.
What Makes Us Different: From our first session, your child will gain practical tools through interactive activities—not just talk therapy. Younger kids might conquer fears through puppet play, while teens text me coping hacks between sessions. My three-phase roadmap (understanding, skill-building, confidence-growing) ensures measurable progress, with regular parent check-ins so you always know the game plan. Many families tell me, "This finally feels like therapy that works for us."
Licensure & Education
• Licensed Master Social Worker (supervised by Susan Walker, LCSW-S)
• Master of Social Work – Texas Woman’s University (CSWE-Accredited Program)
Advanced Certifications
• ERP for Children & Adolescents – Dr. Von Wiegand Training (2024)
• DBT Intensive Certification – Katelyn Baxter-Musser, LCSW, C-DBT (2023)
• Family-Based ARFID Treatment – Ongoing training with Eating Recovery Center
Professional Leadership
• Member, International OCD Foundation (IOCDF) Child & Adolescent Special Interest Group
• Guest Lecturer at Texas Woman’s University on pediatric anxiety disorders
Commitment to Excellence
I complete 75+ hours/year in specialized trainings focused on:
✓ Child/Teen OCD (play-based ERP, school accommodations)
✓ ARFID & Pediatric Eating Disorders (sensory integration, food chaining)
✓ Developmental Trauma (attachment-focused interventions)
✓ Parent Coaching (supporting anxious children without accommodation)
Outside of sessions, I’m probably building a Lego starship, reading one of my many Star Wars books, or chasing down the best churro at Disney. I’m a lifelong fan of all things nerdy, and I unwind with cozy games on my Switch (hi, Animal Crossing!). I also volunteer with a national Type 1 Diabetes org, advocating for affordable insulin and supporting families like mine.
What It’s Like to Work with Me
Clients say I make them feel safe, seen, and at ease. I take time to earn trust and meet you where you are—whether you’re coming in for yourself or your kid. Therapy with me is warm, real, and grounded in evidence-based care, with space for humor and authenticity along the way.
