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Online therapist

Dr. Rachael Baker

Supportive counselor for family challenges

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Credentials
LMHC
Experience
15 years
Licensed in
Florida
Languages
English
Format
Online sessions

About Rachael

Dr. Rachael Baker welcomes parents and caregivers who are feeling overwhelmed, uncertain, or worn out. She keeps conversations straightforward and practical.

Her style is warm and respectful, focusing on what can change now to make family life more manageable. She is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor - LMHC - practicing in Florida and brings 15 years of experience to her work. Her background includes both independent practice and agency settings.

Background and approach

She draws on experience with stress, anxiety, parenting concerns, mood disorders, ADHD, grief, trauma, and related challenges. In sessions she listens closely and helps clients name clear, small goals. She uses methods that help people change unhelpful thinking and build new skills.

Discussions aim to identify patterns that get in the way and try new ways of handling daily stressors. Her approach is inclusive and tailored. She considers each person’s situation and personal history when suggesting strategies.

The work can include skill practice, problem-solving, and planning steps parents can try at home. Dr. Baker trained in counseling, earning a Master of Science in Mental Health Counseling and a PhD in Counseling Studies.

She combines evidence-based techniques with a supportive, collaborative tone. That mix is meant to make therapy feel doable and relevant to busy family life.

Therapeutic approaches and online options for parents

Dr. Baker commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Trauma-Focused Therapy in her work. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy - CBT - helps people notice unhelpful thoughts and try different behaviors to reduce stress and improve mood. Trauma-Focused Therapy aims to address the impact of past hurt and build skills to manage reminders and strong emotions.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will discuss goals, try strategies, and adjust methods based on what feels helpful. Clients and the therapist work together to decide which techniques fit best for the client’s needs and family situation.

Online sessions are offered as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to make therapy more flexible. These options let people fit sessions around family schedules and handle brief check-ins between meetings. The range of formats supports different communication styles and makes it easier to maintain continuity of care when life gets busy.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

CBT looks at the link between what you think, how you feel, and what you do. You work on noticing unhelpful patterns and practising steadier responses. It suits online sessions well, because much of the work happens between appointments and can be talked through from anywhere.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)

Concrete skills for riding out strong emotion, tolerating distress, and handling relationships without things escalating. The skills are practised in daily life, so between-session support by message or phone fits naturally.

Motivational Interviewing

A way of working through mixed feelings about change without being pushed. The therapist helps you weigh things up and find your own reasons, which often makes a difficult decision feel less stuck.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does she address related to family life?
She works with stress, parenting issues, family problems, communication problems, blended family issues, adoption and foster care challenges, and related concerns.
What is her general therapy style?
Her style blends active listening with practical skill building. She focuses on clear goals and techniques that can be used between sessions.
How long has she been practicing clinically?
She brings 15 years of clinical experience from both agency and independent practice settings.
What are her credentials and where does she practice?
She is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor - FL LMHC MH11751 - and practices in Florida.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can she work with clients outside the United States?
International clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are available for online work?
Sessions can be held via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
How does payment and getting started work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. To begin, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.

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Experience
15 years
Licensed
Florida
Languages
English

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