Rachel Shinabarger, MA, LMHCA (she/her)
I specialize in working with children, adolescents and young adults.
My therapy is rooted in building a supportive relationship with the client that is empowering and validating. I honor that you are already enough as you are, while encouraging you to become who you want to be. My approach is warm and caring and I use invitation over obligation. Everyone is capable of growth and healing and I love highlighting clients’ special strengths. I collaborate with clients to find an approach together that works best for you. This includes adapting to meet neurodivergent needs and using trauma-informed care. I gently guide clients to explore and embrace emotions and understand behaviors.
When working with children, I use therapeutic play and creative practices to appropriately engage children. I value children as independent beings that deserve to be seen and respected as unique individuals. In order to facilitate growth, I incorporate caregiver support into working with youth. Caregivers and families come in a wide range and I meet you and your child where you’re at.
Areas of Specialty:
Children, Teens, and Young Adults
Neurodivergence
Gifted/Twice Exceptional
CPTSD/Trauma
Depression/Suicidality
Anxiety
Behavior Concerns
Caregiver Support
Queer Identity Exploration
Religious Trauma
Trained in Evidence-Based Practices:
Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT)
Trauma-Focused CBT (TF-CBT)
Dialectic Behavior Therapy (DBT)
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Motivational Interviewing
Telehealth for residents of Washington state
In-person offered in Fremont, WA
License MC70006014