- Empathic listener
- Goal focused
- Skill building
About Rachael
Dr. Rachael Baker welcomes people who are feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure how to move forward. She writes in plain terms and aims to make the first steps clear and manageable. Dr. Baker is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) based in Florida with 15 years of experience supporting people with mood and stress-related concerns.
She helps with anxiety, depression, ADHD, relationship struggles, parenting concerns, grief, and trauma-related issues. Adoption and foster care are listed among her additional focus areas. Her style centers on listening closely and responding with empathy to each person's situation.
Dr. Baker uses practical, evidence-informed methods that match a person’s goals. She incorporates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to address thinking patterns, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) skills for emotion regulation, Motivational Interviewing to support change, and Trauma-Focused Therapy when trauma is part of the history. Sessions look at real-life problems and build steps people can try between meetings.
Her background includes a Master of Science in Mental Health Counseling and a PhD in Counseling Studies, both from Capella University. She has worked in both private practice and agency settings over her career. That variety influences a flexible, goal-oriented approach.
Conversations in sessions are collaborative and down-to-earth. Dr. Baker aims to understand what matters most to the person sitting across from her, then tailor practical strategies and coping tools. The focus is on small, sustainable changes that reduce distress and improve daily functioning.
How therapy methods translate to online care
Dr. Baker commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Trauma-Focused Therapy in her work. CBT focuses on identifying unhelpful thinking and testing new behaviors to reduce symptoms like anxiety and low mood. Trauma-Focused Therapy looks at trauma histories in a paced way and teaches skills to manage strong reactions and distress.Choosing the right approach usually happens together. She will talk with each person about their goals and preferences, then suggest methods and practical steps. The plan can change as progress is made so therapy stays aligned with what actually helps.
The practical benefits of online therapy include fitting sessions into busy days and avoiding travel time, which can make it easier to keep regular appointments. If you plan to schedule online work, confirm the exact session options before booking to ensure they meet your needs. Online work can support regular check-ins, skill practice between sessions, and focused problem-solving that fits into everyday life.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Also works with
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
15+ years
Credentials
Florida
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What issues does she help people with?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma and related mood concerns, plus parenting and relationship challenges.
What is her therapeutic style like?
Her approach is collaborative and practical, using active listening and empathy to set achievable goals and learn coping skills.
What experience does she bring?
She has 15 years of clinical experience in both private practice and agency settings, working with a range of mood and trauma-related issues.
What credentials and location are listed?
She is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, FL LMHC, practicing in Florida.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Are international clients supported?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How does payment and cost work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin a session?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, then schedule according to therapist availability.