Rachael Gardner Purdy is a dedicated Licensed Professional Counselor with a passion for helping individuals gain insight and understanding into their unique challenges, strengths, and limitations. As a strong advocate for holistic healing, she is integrating practices such as yoga, meditation, and wellness coaching into her therapeutic approach. Rachael specializes in trauma-focused therapy, LGBTQIA+ issues, and substance use disorders, leveraging her training in EMDR to address challenging cases. She believes that, despite life's difficulties, solutions and positive changes are always possible—even when they differ from initial expectations. Rachael’s special interests include supporting those affected by trauma and abuse, particularly individuals from marginalized communities or those hurt by organized religions, ensuring their voices are heard. With a deep understanding and empathy shaped by her own experiences with emotional trauma, she is committed to creating a safe space for her clients, gently guiding them on their unique healing journeys.