Rachel Garrett, LICSW

Rachel Garrett is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) based in Alabama. She has three years of clinical experience and a background in social work that includes work with child welfare, juvenile justice, incarcerated adults, and inpatient geriatric psychiatry.

She helps people who are struggling with stress, anxiety, depression, bipolar mood concerns, and compassion fatigue. Her style is warm and direct. She emphasizes active listening, kindness, and respect in sessions.

Rachel draws mainly from client-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and dialectical behavior therapy (DBT). That means sessions focus on understanding what matters to the client, identifying unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns, and learning practical coping skills for intense emotions.

In a typical session she talks through current problems, helps set small goals, and teaches tools that can be used between meetings. She also brings experience from work with aging adults and inpatient settings when relevant to a person’s concerns.

People who prefer a collaborative, skills-focused approach often find her way of working helpful. She invites prospective clients to share their immediate worries and goals so they can build a plan together.

How these approaches translate to online therapy

Client-centered therapy focuses on understanding the person’s priorities and creating a respectful, empathic space to talk. This approach helps when someone needs a listening ear and support to clarify goals and values.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at patterns of thought and behavior and teaches practical tools to change them. CBT can be helpful for stress, anxiety, depression, and managing daily routines by setting clear steps and practicing skills between meetings.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) teaches emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal skills. It can be useful for coping with intense feelings and improving how someone handles conflict or overwhelming moments.

Deciding which approach to use is a shared process. The therapist will ask about current problems, goals, and preferences and then suggest approaches to try. Adjustments happen over time to find what works best for each person.

The practical benefits of remote sessions include easier scheduling and fitting therapy into a busy day. Remote work can make it simpler to have shorter check-ins, avoid travel time, or access help when leaving home is hard. The biography does not specify session formats, so confirm which online options are offered before booking.