Rachel Kendall

My communication style

Having openness in communication is what I like to strive for with clients, in providing a safe space to give me feedback without judgement. I want to honor you being the expert on your own life experience. I'll never ask you to talk about things you aren't ready to go into and ask permission before doing trauma processing as well.

My journey to mental healthcare

The "wounded healer" archetype has always resonated with me, in creating meaning from past suffering, leading to new understanding that would not have otherwise been gained. Through both personal and familial experiences with neurodivergence and varying levels of treatment, it is meaningful for me to be the person I needed then for others now.

My goals for you

From a strengths-based approach, I like to understand what has been working for you so far; and if you'd like to change things, apply compassionate curiosity to understand the origins of patterns. By employing motivational interviewing, we can also apply cost-benefit analyses to gain more insight, while also remembering that progress isn't linear.

Our first session

I begin with a warm introduction while reviewing informed consent & what clients can expect from treatment with me, including explaining modalities I specialize in & create a collaborative treatment plan. I like to create space to answer any questions & if there's enough time, begin practicing grounding exercises and/or take a brief life history.

I identify as...

• Female
• Caucasian or White
• Christian