Rachel Cousins brings warmth, expertise, and a deep commitment to helping families navigate life's challenges. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker-Certified (LCSW-C), Rachel combines her extensive training with genuine compassion to support clients on their journey toward healing and growth.

A Connecticut native, Rachel built her foundation in social work at the University of Connecticut, where she earned her Bachelor's Degree, before pursuing her Master's Degree in Social Work at Rutgers University. Her professional journey has been shaped by meaningful work with diverse populations, including her time with community-based organizations like the Ryan White Project, serving people living with HIV/AIDS and Women Aware, where she provided essential case management, psycho education, and support to survivors of domestic violence in group settings.

Rachel's expertise truly shines in her work with children and families. Over five years, she has provided in-home therapeutic services, meeting families where they are to address immediate mental health and behavioral concerns while building lasting skills for positive change. Her approach centers on empowerment, utilizing a strengths-based framework that recognizes the inherent resilience within each family system.

Working with children, adolescents, and families who have experienced trauma, anxiety, and depression, Rachel creates safe spaces for healing and growth. She skillfully integrates family therapy techniques with practical tools including behavior management strategies, crisis prevention planning, and safety planning. Her work focuses on strengthening communication, building trust, and fostering the collaborative problem-solving skills that help families thrive together.