Locations: Telehealth, Smokey Point
My name is Rachel Mathis, and I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC). I grew up in Washington state but am somewhat new to the greater Seattle area. I enjoy singing, art, and the outdoors.
My Background and Experience
Before becoming an LMHC, I worked in public accounting in San Francisco, but quickly realized I was not passionate about it like I am about counseling. I then spent two years teaching English to non-native English speakers in Berlin, where I gained experience communicating across cultural differences. I returned home to pursue a degree in counseling and work as a middle school paraeducator. Spending time in educational roles taught me how to create a supportive environment and adapt my approach to meet each individual where they are.
I received a Master of Science in Counseling with an emphasis in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Minnesota State University Moorhead in 2023. Prior to working at a group practice, I worked in a community mental health setting doing outpatient therapy with low-income adults in Olympia for about 2 years. I have worked with clients who have:
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Post-traumatic stress disorder
- Bipolar disorder
- Schizophrenia
- Borderline personality disorder
- Schizoaffective disorder
I also have co-facilitated Mindful Self-Compassion and Autism Narratives groups.
My Approach
I would describe my therapeutic approach as grief-informed, trauma-informed, genuine, collaborative, compassionate, and nonjudgmental. I enjoy working with people from all backgrounds. My goal is to help you feel safe, respected, supported, and heard. I have an integrative theoretical orientation, which means I draw from various treatment approaches to meet your unique needs including:
- Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT)
- Person-centered therapy
Trainings I have done include:
- CBT for Psychosis
- Historical Trauma
- Psychological First Aid
- Trauma-Focused CBT
- Ultimate Grief Treatment Toolbox
- Intensive Trauma Training
I love learning and am committed to continuing to educate myself to support my clients. I recently became a Certified Trauma Professional. Next on my list are trainings for yoga and expressive art therapies, as I am drawn to more creative approaches.
