Rachel Tonisson, LMFT — Therapist in California

Hi there, I'm Rachel!

People often seek therapy because something in their life is causing them pain and discomfort. I often work with individuals who, "from the outside," look like they "have it all together," but on the inside, they feel like they are falling apart.

My focus

I specialize in working with anxiety, self-esteem, relationship issues, life transitions, and grief/loss. I work with individuals.

My approach

My therapeutic approach is warm, active (I won't just sit and stare at you), and collaborative (therapy requires work and personal responsibility). Together, we use presence to become aware of what you do and how you do it. It is with the awareness that we discover choice. You cannot change what you cannot see.

My communication style

Humor is always invited and appreciated; being able to laugh a little and not take yourself so seriously can be very beneficial.

My journey to mental healthcare

I studied at the California Institute of Integral Studies, where I deepened my understanding of human connection and the therapeutic process.

My goals for you

When you permit yourself to ask for help to explore your feelings, thoughts, and behaviors, you create more room for yourself. You don't have to hold everything so tightly. I believe in the power of connection and know that within us all is a deep desire to feel seen, understood, and acknowledged.

Our first session

In our first session, we'll take time to understand what brings you to therapy and what you hope to achieve. I'll ask questions to learn about your experiences and concerns, and we'll begin to explore how we can work together. My goal is for you to feel heard and comfortable as we start this journey.

I identify as...

Female
Caucasian or White

Expertise

Specialties

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Treatment approaches

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)

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Therapy types

Individual Therapy

Ages served

Adults

Practice

Accepted insurance providers

Aetna
All Savers
Allegiance
Allied
Anthem

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Languages spoken

English

Education

Masters of Arts (MA) in Counseling Psychology from California Institute of Integral Studies.

Sessions

60 minutes

Virtual sessions

Rachel Tonisson