IT’S TIME TO TAKE A BREATH

Mental Health Counseling for Anxiety, Addiction and Trauma.

Therapy can feel uncomfortable and intimidating. Through an underlying stance of non-judgment, I join with you wherever you are on this journey. I won’t push an agenda on you. That being said, I will be honest with you. I believe in using ‘real’ language and humor to help break down the tough stuff.

You’re here now because you know something needs to change.

Hello, my name is Rachel Baker and I have over 20 years of experience as a Spokane therapist. I am confident everyone is filled with the capacity for change and I will hold that hope for you, even if you've lost your own sense of optimism and ability. 

While ‘talking it out’ or ‘venting’ can be helpful, I also want you to be able to measure your progress. We will explore specific skills you can implement in your life. You will learn to hear your inner voice and gain more control over your life by being strategic about where you use your energy.

Speaking your truth into the eyes of someone you trust is universally healing... Therapy in Spokane can help.

Through our work together, you can get back in sync with yourself, establish a firm footing and develop clarity around goals. You will have the skills needed to balance life’s demands and be present for loved ones, while still being able to take a break for yourself.

I will help you create a life that is purpose driven and fulfilling.

As a human being, you will make the best decisions when you have as much information as possible. With me, the therapy process is like holding up a mirror for you to see your life from different angles. I will help you reflect on and make sense of your inner experiences - this is where change happens.

Through this whole process, you are not alone.

Both of us bring expertise to the session and together we'll evaluate what's working and what's not. This collaboration creates long lasting change.

How my values impact the therapy session:

  • Optimism.

    Optimism is "hopefulness and confidence about the future or the successful outcome of something." I believe that everyone is filled with the capacity for change. We may push against it, but when we embrace change, we are able to reach greatness. Often people have tried to change so many times that they lose their own sense of optimism - the belief in themselves. I to hold that hope and optimism for you until you can hold it yourself.

  • Gratitude.

    Gratitude is "the quality of being thankful; readiness to show appreciation and to return kindness." I continue to be in awe of every client who is willing to share so much of themselves with me. By focusing energy and vision toward a perspective of thankfulness and appreciation, we will in turn see more and more for which to be thankful.

  • Humility.

    Humility is "the quality and stage of not thinking you are better than other people." No one has everything in life figured out; we continue to grow and change. As part of the therapy process, I believe we each bring bring integral knowledge and strengths to each session. Through this synergy, we are able to pull the best from each other - this is what propels you toward growth and lasting change.

Licensing & Theoretical Perspective Information:

Individuals are the experts in their own lives; therefore, I utilize a client centered, strengths-based approach, drawing upon several therapeutic modalities in order to meet the needs of each individual. These therapeutic approaches include: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Mindfulness, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma Informed Treatment. Therapy is individualized and directed by you. I am a licensed as a Clinical Social Worker (LICSW #LW60031227), Substance Use Disorder Professional (CDP #CP00005878) with over 20 years of experience helping people reach their goals. In 2018, I became a Certified TeleMental Health provider and began providing distance sessions throughout Washington State and Idaho. For more information, check out the “FAQ” page.