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Rachel Pehrson, LCSW, CSW
Colorado
LCSW in Colorado - anxiety and addiction support
See online therapy options- Anxiety and stress
- Addiction support
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
About Rachel
Rachel Pehrson is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Colorado with nine years of practice as a psychotherapist. She has supported people facing anxiety, depression, relationship strain, substance use concerns, trauma and grief. Rachel also has experience with chronic pain, medical-related mental health issues, and communication challenges.
She trained at Long Island University and earned a Master of Social Work in 2012. Her career has included roles in community mental health centers, primary care and pain management clinics, homeless shelters, and outpatient substance use treatment settings. That variety shaped how she approaches practical problems and everyday stressors.
Rachel uses a mix of approaches including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), client-centered methods, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) skills, and mindfulness exercises. In sessions she focuses on noticing unhelpful thoughts and habits, then trying small, concrete changes that can make daily life easier.
Her work often centers on clear communication skills, managing strong emotions, and building coping strategies for things like sleep problems, anger, or caregiver stress. She also helps people address issues tied to identity and relationships, including intimacy and LGBT-related concerns.
Sessions are conversational and interactive. Rachel guides clients through evidence-informed tools while listening to what matters most to the person in front of her. She encourages practical steps clients can use between appointments.
How her CBT and ACT methods fit into online work
Rachel uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people identify unhelpful thoughts and test small behavior changes. CBT focuses on concrete exercises, tracking thoughts and trying different responses to improve daily functioning.She also uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to help people clarify values and take committed action even when difficult feelings are present. ACT emphasizes practical exercises that reduce avoidance and increase meaningful activity. Client-centered techniques guide the pace of sessions by following what the client brings and focusing on active listening.
Finding the right approach usually happens together. Rachel will discuss which methods match a person's goals and preferences and adjust the plan as work proceeds. That collaborative testing helps keep sessions practical and focused on real-life changes.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so please confirm current online session options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy day, shorten travel time, and allow flexible scheduling for brief check-ins or longer sessions depending on what the client needs.
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Experience
9+ years
Listed in
Colorado
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does she address?
She helps people with anxiety, depression, grief, relationship and intimacy issues, substance use, trauma, chronic pain related distress, and related concerns listed in her specialties.
How would you describe her therapeutic approach?
Her approach combines Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), client-centered work, DBT skills, and mindfulness exercises in a practical, skills-focused way.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has nine years of experience working as a psychotherapist across community mental health, primary care and substance use treatment settings.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is an LCSW and CSW licensed in Colorado and practices from that state.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
She is not currently accepting international clients.
How are sessions priced?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What steps are involved to begin working together?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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