Rachel Eriguel

My communication style

During therapy, I use an approach that is warm, amiable, empathic, patient, caring, and non-judgmental, even when emphasizing information that may be difficult to receive by the client to receive, but necessary for insight and growth. It is important to me that clients feel safe, comfortable, understood, and want to be forthcoming.

My journey to mental healthcare

I pursued a degree in Psychology due to my curiosity about human behavior, especially those who have committed heinous crimes. I've learned that patience, empathy, being genuine and down to earth, respect, and meeting them where they were at in terms of change helped me establish positive working relationships with the inmates.

My goals for you

Goal setting with clients will be a collaboration. This will entail exploring what the client wants to change and identifying specific information associated with that change. This also entails identifying any barriers/resistance to change and coming up with solutions together to overcome barriers/resistance.

Our first session

Clients will expect a welcoming, stress-free environment. We will work on building rapport and establishing a therapeutic relationship, which will improve over time. I will be asking questions and listening actively to the client.

I identify as...

• Female
• Asian