My name is Rachel, and I’m a licensed psychologist. I’m excited to connect with you and share a bit about myself and my approach. As you explore my background and the way I work, it’s crucial that you feel confident in choosing the right practitioner for your journey. I’m here to provide a supportive and non-judgmental space where we can collaboratively navigate your unique experiences.
Rachel Darakhshan, PhD
Licensed Psychologist (she, her)
- Work best with: Children, Teens, Adults, Older Adults, Parents, Veterans, LGBTQ+ Community
- Appointments: Both in-person and telehealth
- Manage Medications: Provides therapy and collaborates closely with our psychiatry team for medication management, available through internal referral if needed.
A lot of my clients are struggling with interpersonal challenges in their relationships and family, they may also present with difficulties feeling good about themselves or optimistic about their future. Many also struggle to get a good night’s sleep and this may be affecting their functioning during the day. Most are experiencing some degree of impairment either at work, school, or in their personal lives.
My therapy style focuses on utilizing skills and interventions for empirically based treatments. However, I also take into consideration what is going on in the client’s life and what they want to focus on in treatment. My patients have said they like that I’m a pretty direct therapist. I challenge them and encourage them to challenge themselves. My patients also report that they have gained insight and confidence in themselves and their ability to handle hurdles and struggles in life.
Credentials
Certifications and Memberships
Doctor of Philosophy in Clinical Psychology, The University of Tulsa, 2020
Personal Interests
A fun fact about me is that my “coworker” is a miniature dachshund named Charlie who sits next to me during every visit.
In-network and Self Pay
Insurance Accepted
- Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Seton Health Plan
- Employers Health Network
- Aetna
- Sana Benefits
- UnitedHealthcare/Optum
- Cigna/Evernorth
- Medicare
- Partners Direct Health
Self Pay
$205
Self-pay and out-of-pocket session costs for clients without insurance coverage for mental health services.
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialities
Autism, ADHD, Sleep or Insomnia, Depression, Anxiety Disorders
Expertise
- ADD / ADHD
- Anger Issues
- Anxiety
- Autism
- Bipolar Disorder
- Borderline Personality
- Depression
- Impulse Control Issues
- Infertility / Miscarriages
- Life Transitions
- Mood Swings
- OCD (Obsessive Compulsive Disorder)
- Pain Management
- Panic Attacks
- Parenting
- Perfectionism
- Postpartum Depression or Anxiety
- Procrastination
- Self-Esteem / Negative Self-Talk
- Self-Harm
- Sleep Problems
- Social Anxiety
- Stress / Burnout
- Women's Issues
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Mindfulness-Based Interventions
- Motivational Interviewing
Locations
Client Focus
- Age Groups Served: Children and Teens (6+), Adults, Older Adults (65+)
- Participant Types: Individuals