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Rachel Nilsen , LPC

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Rachel is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.

Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in Alabama

More about Rachel

  • 25 years' experience
  • Female
  • LPC

I am licensed as a professional counselor in Alabama and Mississippi with over 25 years of experience. My main areas of specialization are anger management, sexual assault, domestic violence, family conflict, child physical and emotional abuse, parenting problems, depression, post traumatic stress disorder, and anxiety. I also specialize in helping pregnant teens who are struggling at school and home.

My therapy style is person- centered. I believe in the dignity of every human life and treat my clients with upmost regard and respect. I believe that each person is equipped with the personal traits, gifts, and strengths for overcoming a life crisis or problem, and that my role as counselor is to help my clients recognize and implement these valuable resources. I am compassionate, nonjudgmental, and don’t believe in stigmatizing labels.

It takes courage to seek a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards change. If you are ready to take that step, I am here to support and empower you.

I look forward to working with you!

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Relationship issues Grief Parenting issues Anger management Addictions LGBT Family conflicts Trauma and abuse Intimacy-related issues Eating disorders Sleeping disorders Self esteem Career difficulties Bipolar disorder Depression Coping with life changes Coaching Compassion fatigue ADHD Abandonment Adoption and foster care Aging and geriatric issues Attachment issues Autism and Asperger Syndrome Blended family issues Body image Caregiver issues and stress Codependency Commitment issues Communication problems Control issues Coping with natural or human-caused disaster Dissociation Divorce and separation Domestic violence Eating and food-related issues Family of origin issues Family problems Fatherhood issues Forgiveness Guilt and shame Impulsivity Isolation / loneliness Life purpose Midlife crisis Panic disorder and panic attacks Postpartum depression Post-traumatic stress Pregnancy and childbirth Sexual assault and abuse Women's issues Workplace issues Young adult issues

Treatment Approaches

  • Client-Centered Therapy

Licenses

Rachel Nilsen 's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1922537604.

  • LPC · Alabama · LPC03714 · Expires July 2025

About online counseling

Affordable.
Pay a low flat fee.
Convenient.
Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
Available now.
There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.

Online counseling allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.

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Frequently asked questions

Does Rachel Nilsen offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Rachel Nilsen works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.

What language(s) does Rachel Nilsen speak?

Rachel Nilsen speaks English.

How many years of experience does Rachel Nilsen have?

Rachel Nilsen has 25 years of experience.

Where is Rachel Nilsen licensed to practice?

Rachel Nilsen is licensed to practice in Alabama.

Does Rachel Nilsen accept clients outside of the United States?

Yes, Rachel Nilsen accepts clients outside of the United States.

Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?

Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."

What treatment approaches does Rachel Nilsen offer?

Rachel Nilsen offers clients Client-Centered Therapy.

How can I communicate with Rachel Nilsen ?

Rachel Nilsen can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.

How do I get started with Rachel Nilsen ?

Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.

Mental health conditions are real, common, and treatable.

And recovery is possible.

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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.