She is an awesome therapist whom I trust.
Rachel Townes, LPC
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Rachel is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- 5.0 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Rachel. View 4 reviews
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Virginia
Recent reviews
Rachel immediately identified what I couldn’t see. She was patient and listened. I felt like she somehow had peeped into my childhood….before I even gave her the details.
More about Rachel
- 8 years' experience
- Female
- LPC
Rachel Townes, MA, LPC, ACS, CCTP. Counseling is building relationships that produce strength based behaviors for healing and recovery. My preferred modalities are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Solution Focused Therapy, and other therapies for addictions counseling, trauma-informed care, and family relational matters. I have an extensive experience in addressing matters of addiction, familial discord, trauma, serious mental illness, crisis intervention, and life stage conflicts.
The counselor is a guide and supports the client as they establish new behaviors and coping skills for stabilization and healing. The most prominent skill used in session is relationship building as the therapeutic alliance the vehicle for therapies such as DBT, trauma-focused counseling, domestic violence counseling, and addiction counseling.
Therapy is best experienced in a nonjudgmental environment in which the individual feels supported, yet challenged to initiate change behaviors. I seek to use warm and inviting tone and emotional postures to aid in rapport building and connectedness. Before the work can began the client must feel safe, comforted, and heard.
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
Addictions
Relationship issues
Anger management
Depression
Family conflicts
Trauma and abuse
Intimacy-related issues
Sleeping disorders
Parenting issues
Self esteem
Career difficulties
Bipolar disorder
Coping with life changes
Coaching
Compassion fatigue
Abandonment
Adoption and foster care
Aging and geriatric issues
Attachment issues
Avoidant personality
Blended family issues
Body image
Cancer
Caregiver issues and stress
Chronic pain, illness, and disability
Codependency
Commitment issues
Communication problems
Control issues
Coping with natural or human-caused disaster
Dependent personality
Divorce and separation
Domestic violence
Drug and alcohol addiction
Eating and food-related issues
Emptiness
Family of origin issues
Family problems
Fatherhood issues
Fertility issues
First responder issues
Forgiveness
Guilt and shame
Hospice and end-of-life counseling
Impulsivity
Infidelity
Isolation / loneliness
Life purpose
Veteran and Armed Forces Issues
Money and financial issues
Mood disorders
Multicultural concerns
Postpartum depression
Pregnancy and childbirth
Self-love
Sexual assault and abuse
Social anxiety and phobia
Women's issues
Workplace issues
Young adult issues
Licenses
Rachel Townes's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1497307185.
- LPC · Virginia · 0701008436 · Expires June 2025
About online counseling
- Affordable.
- Pay a low flat fee.
- Convenient.
- Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
- Available now.
- There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.
Online counseling allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.
Reviews for Rachel Townes
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
She is an awesome therapist whom I trust.
Rachel immediately identified what I couldn’t see. She was patient and listened. I felt like she somehow had peeped into my childhood….before I even gave her the details.
I like that Rachel took the time to listen and just get to know me before diving right in.
Rachel focuses on the primary concerns and doesn't allow you to stray from the conversation. She is polite and professional 100% of the time.
Frequently asked questions
Does Rachel Townes offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Rachel Townes works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.
What language(s) does Rachel Townes speak?
Rachel Townes speaks English.
How many years of experience does Rachel Townes have?
Rachel Townes has 8 years of experience.
Where is Rachel Townes licensed to practice?
Rachel Townes is licensed to practice in Virginia.
Does Rachel Townes accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Rachel Townes does not accept clients outside of the United States.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
How can I communicate with Rachel Townes?
Rachel Townes can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.
How do I get started with Rachel Townes?
Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.
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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.