About Rachel

Welcome to Charis Counseling! I’m so glad you’re here. Whether you or someone you care about is feeling emotionally overwhelmed, facing difficult life events, or experiencing behaviors that affect your well-being, relationships, or daily life—know that you are not alone. Reaching out for support is a courageous first step.

 

My Journey
My path into counseling comes from personal experience. After facing my own challenges and discovering the power of therapy, I committed myself to this field with a deep understanding of the effort, resilience, and hope it takes to make meaningful changes. Therapy can be transformative, helping us see ourselves more clearly, build healthier relationships, and overcome obstacles to well-being. It can be tough work, but it’s incredibly rewarding.

 

Professional Experience
For the past 20 years,  I have dedicated myself to helping others in a variety of settings.  My professional experience ranges from  working in the field of child welfare to home-based family counseling to outpatient therapy. It has been a privilege to work with individuals, couples, and families experiencing a variety of life stressors including troubled relationships, divorce, the loss of a loved one, life transitions, and traumatic events.  Additionally,  I consider it a privilege to help clients improve their quality of life when they've been experiencing debilitating anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder, and other mental health concerns.

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 Clinical Supervision

I enjoy providing clinical supervision for new professionals joining the professional counseling field. It was one of my favorite parts of owning a group mental health private practice for six years.  If you are interested in clinical supervision services, please email me at rachel@charisnemi.org.

 

Integrating a Christian Perspective
In my practice, I view each person as having inherent worth, created with a unique purpose and potential solely because we are made in the image of God.  Guided by compassion, I strive to offer respectful, inclusive therapy to everyone, regardless of background, beliefs, or life circumstances. My Christian worldview shapes my commitment to helping clients experience hope, growth, and fulfillment. I believe that we all have a deep longing for connection and peace, which ultimately comes from a relationship with God. As Augustine beautifully said, “Our hearts are restless until they rest in you.”

 

Working Together
I am passionate about helping clients recognize their unique strengths and talents. If you’re ready to begin your journey, please fill out the New Client Inquiry form, which provides an overview of insurance, fees, and the therapy process. This will also help me understand how I might best support your needs.  If it appears that I may not be a good fit for you and your concerns, I will be happy to refer you to other professionals in the community. 

 

Current Counseling Focus
 The focus of my private practice at this time is providing support to individuals experiencing mood and anxiety issues, relational challenges, and life transitions. Although I no longer see clients under the age of 15, I offer assistance to parents in supporting children who may face behavioral challenges at home or in school. offer support for mood and anxiety issues, relationship challenges, and life transitions.

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Meet Oakley, Our Therapy Dog
Oakley, my friendly Miniature Dachshund, joined me in 2022 and is a wonderful companion in sessions. He is currently being trained in animal-assisted therapy interventions. He loves meeting new people and is here to offer comfort—unless you’d prefer to meet solo.

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If you’d like to connect or have any questions, please click on the New Patient Inquiry button to be sent a secure link. Let’s work together on building a fulfilling and meaningful life that is worth living.