- Trauma-aware care
- Skill focused
- Collaborative goals
About Rachael
Dr. Baker uses practical talk, active listening, and empathy to help clients sort through what matters most to them. She blends several approaches to match each person's needs, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Trauma-Focused Therapy. Sessions focus on skills, noticing patterns, and small changes that add up over time.
Her background includes work in private practice and agency settings, addressing issues such as depression, ADHD, parenting concerns, relationship and family problems, mood disorders, and post-traumatic stress. She also works with people dealing with adoption and foster care, attachment challenges, autism and Asperger syndrome, and body image or identity questions.
In sessions clients can expect collaborative goal-setting and straightforward tools for handling intense emotions, panic, or anger. Dr. Baker pays attention to life context and helps people build routines that support mental health between meetings. She aims to make therapy feel manageable and grounded in daily life.
If you want a practical, respectful approach that acknowledges trauma and everyday struggles, Dr. Baker offers a calm, steady presence to help you move forward.
How evidence-based approaches translate to online work
Dr. Baker uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Trauma-Focused Therapy to guide much of her practice. CBT helps people notice and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors with practical exercises and homework; it is often used for anxiety, depression, panic, and mood concerns. Trauma-Focused Therapy attends to the effects of past hurt and helps clients process traumatic memories and reduce their ongoing impact on daily life.Choosing the right approach is a team effort. Dr. Baker will talk with each person about their goals, symptoms, and preferences, then recommend methods that fit those needs. Together they adjust the plan as progress is made and new needs appear.
If you are thinking about online therapy, confirm the specific session formats available before booking. Online options can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, shorten travel time, and allow for flexible check-ins when life is hectic. They can also support steady weekly work on skills and coping strategies without requiring a long commute.
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Dr. Baker help with?
She works with common concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, grief, anger, and relationship and family problems. Additional focuses include ADHD, mood disorders, panic, and issues related to adoption and foster care.
How would you describe her therapy style?
Her style combines active listening with practical skill-building. She uses approaches like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy to teach concrete coping strategies and to change unhelpful patterns.
What is her background and clinical experience?
Dr. Baker holds a PhD in Counseling Studies and a Master of Science in Mental Health Counseling, and she has 15 years of professional experience in both private practice and agency settings.
Where is Dr. Baker licensed to practice?
She is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with a Florida LMHC credential and practices in Florida.
Which languages are supported in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people from other countries work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are fees and payment handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What are the first steps to begin therapy?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.