Rachel Nielsen, LCSW, is a dedicated Clinical Social Worker and Therapist who excels in guiding individuals toward becoming the best versions of themselves. Many of her clients come to her feeling defeated, yet she provides them with hope and equips them with tangible skills to conquer the challenges they face, ultimately leading them toward joy and fulfillment. Rachel thrives on working with clients who are ready to embrace new approaches, take responsibility for their actions, and are open to the journey of personal growth, understanding that success often follows initial setbacks. She specializes in trauma, addictions, eating disorders, women’s issues, and adolescence. Through her training in Accelerated Resolution Therapy and a perspective rooted in Internal Family Systems, Rachel emphasizes healing emotional wounds, teaching essential tools, and cultivating long-term solutions. While she possesses knowledge of medications, her focus remains firmly grounded in strengths-based positive psychology. Rachel is particularly adept at fostering a safe and comfortable environment for her clients. Employing evidence-based modalities, including Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy, Emotionally Focused Therapy, and the Gottman Method, her clients typically experience significant improvements in their difficulties and a tangible reduction in anxiety and depression within the first few sessions.