Finding strength in self-acceptance.
In therapy, clients will find a safe space in which to discuss their identities, process trauma or negative thoughts, and learn healthy skills to manage life's challenges.
About
Listen. Validate. Advocate.
My start in this field came from working as an advocate at a domestic violence shelter. I then worked in community mental health for six years, as a therapist and clinical supervisor. I have experienced great personal growth from receiving my own therapy, and love to aid others.
Each client’s path in therapy looks different. I make sure to identify each individual’s specific needs in therapy and adapt my session structure to match. As a therapist, I am a huge advocate for social justice and underserved communities and most of my experience is with BIPOC, queer, female, trans/non-binary, and disabled clients. I integrate validation of client experiences and challenge clients to make appropriate and healthy changes in their lives.
When I'm not working, I love spending time with my wife, kids, and dogs! I also enjoy reading novels and drinking coffee. I listen to music almost constantly and like almost every genre.
Rachel Baumgardner, LPC
Owner and Psychotherapist
Services
We specialize in:
Approaches
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
- Culturally Sensitive
- Compassion Focused
- Eclectic
- Humanistic Therapy
- Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Person-Centered
- Trauma Focused
- Strength-Based
Insurance Accepted
- Aetna
- Cigna
- United Healthcare
- Oxford Health Plans
- UMR
- Oscar
- UHC Student Resources
- AllSavers UHC
- Harvard Pilgrim
- Meritain Health
- Lucet
- Nippon
Fees
- Initial Intake (self-pay): $175
- Psychotherapy, 45 min (self-pay): $130
- Psychotherapy, 55 min (self-pay): $150