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Online therapist

Rachel Hawryluk

Compassionate family-focused clinical social worker

Credentials
LCSW
Experience
24 years
Licensed in
New Jersey
Languages
English
Format
Online sessions

About Rachel

Rachel Hawryluk is a New Jersey Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 24 years of practice. She works with individuals, couples, and families across life stages. Her focus includes stress, anxiety, relationships, family challenges, self-esteem, and depression.

Rachel also helps with communication problems, forgiveness, and building self-love. She sees parents of young children who are managing behavior issues and teenagers facing bullying or self-worth struggles. She supports adults navigating life transitions, work and family stress, and relationship difficulties.

Background and approach

Rachel believes every family member has a role to play and that working together can strengthen the whole system. Her clinical work draws on cognitive behavioral therapy, supportive therapy, strengths-based approaches, and family-based therapy for couples and families. She adapts techniques to match each person’s or family’s needs and pace.

Sessions aim to be practical and focused on everyday changes that improve relationships and well-being. Rachel emphasizes an open, nonjudgmental space where people are heard and respected. She encourages realistic steps toward better communication and healthier family dynamics.

Many clients find the process helps them notice small shifts that lead to clearer boundaries and more connection. Rachel frames starting therapy as a brave decision and treats it as a partnership. She helps clients set achievable goals and works alongside them as they try new ways of relating.

The aim is steady progress toward a more balanced and fulfilling family life.

Therapeutic approaches and online care for families

Rachel uses cognitive behavioral therapy to help people notice and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. This approach suits anxiety, low mood, and stress by focusing on practical steps and skill building.

She also applies family-based therapy when couples or family members work together. That work focuses on communication, roles, and finding balance so everyone in the household feels heard and supported.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. Rachel collaborates with each person and family to decide what techniques fit their goals and preferences. She adjusts the plan as progress is made and new priorities emerge.

Online therapy options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. These formats make it easier to fit sessions around parenting, school, and work schedules. Many people appreciate the flexibility to continue consistent work from home while trying new ways of relating and managing everyday stress.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Rachel commonly address?
She works with stress, anxiety, relationship and family issues, as well as self-esteem and depression. Additional focus areas include communication problems, forgiveness, and self-love.
What is her therapeutic style like?
Her style is practical and strengths-based, mixing cognitive behavioral techniques with supportive therapy and family-based work. She adapts methods to fit each person and family.
How much experience does she have?
She has 24 years of clinical experience working with individuals, couples, and families across different life stages.
What are her credentials and where is she located?
She is a New Jersey Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, with license number NJ LCSW 44SC05168100. Her practice is based in New Jersey.
Which languages are offered and can international clients work together?
Sessions are offered in English and she accepts international clients.
What session formats does she use?
She provides video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to accommodate different needs and schedules.
How are costs handled for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule a session according to therapist availability.

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Experience
24 years
Licensed
New Jersey
Languages
English

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