I am compassionate, kind, empathetic, and open with my clients. I don't hide behind the mask of a professional and allow myself to be genuine with my clients.
Doctor of Psychology, LMFT #150001
About
Trauma | Kids & Teens | Families & Couples
My approach to therapy focuses on healing, connection, collaboration, and emotional insight to allow individuals, couples, and families to reach their goals and improve their lives.
With kids and teenagers, I use art therapy along with play therapy and CBT to make sessions fun while still being productive.
When working with couples and families, I use Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) and Imago Relationship Therapy (IRT) to strengthen connection and empathy.
When working with mental health disorders such as depression, anxiety, and PTSD, I use somatic therapy and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) along with different talk-therapy modalities to provide the most effective treatment for my clients.
Somatic therapy for trauma, anxiety, depression, and more
100%
Couples counseling
90%
Family counseling and child/adolescent therapy
95%
Expertise
Clinical Strengths
My approach to therapy focuses on healing, connection, and emotional insight. I work collaboratively with my clients to tailor treatment so that whatever may be affecting them can be worked through in a safe and comfortable environment. Besides being a therapist, I am an Adjunct Professor and I teach psychology for Master’s level students. I also volunteer with my local library and animal rescues whenever I can.
I am currently pursuing further education in sex therapy. I will be pursuing certification in sex therapy through AASECT. Although I am not certified yet, topics of sexuality and intimacy can still be explored and actively worked on in sessions.
WHAT I DO
Therapy with me is a collaborative journey, and I'm honored to be part of yours.
Dr. Rachel Chistyakov
Doctor of Psychology | Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist #150001
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