Thoughtful Therapy for Meaningful Change

Compassionate, evidence-based therapy for children, adolescents, and young adults navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, and life's transitions.
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About

The Heart Behind My Practice

My passion for therapy began after experiencing a significant loss as a teenager, which showed me firsthand the importance of having a safe and supportive space to heal. That experience inspired me to become a therapist and continues to shape the compassionate, client-centered care I provide today. I work with children, adolescents, and young adults experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship concerns, low self-esteem, emotional dysregulation, and life transitions. I believe every client deserves to feel heard, understood, and accepted without judgment. My approach is warm, collaborative, and tailored to each individual's unique needs. Using evidence-based approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, mindfulness, and trauma-informed care, I help clients build practical coping skills, strengthen resilience, and create meaningful, lasting change. Whether you're facing a current challenge or working through past experiences, I would be honored to support you on your journey toward healing and growth.
RACHEL BENDER
Registered Mental Health Counseling Intern

Services

  • Anxiety
  • Depression
  • Trauma
  • Adjustment Disorder
  • Anger Management
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Bullying
  • Burnout
  • Child or Adolescent
  • Communication Issues
  • Coping Skills
  • Family Conflict
  • Loneliness
  • Life Transitions
  • Mindfulness
  • Mood Disorders
  • Peer Relationships
  • PTSD
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Stress
  • Women's Issues

Approaches

  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Reality Therapy
  • Dialectical (DBT)
  • Person-Centered
  • Trauma Focused
  • Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT)
  • Existential

Insurance Accepted

  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • Aetna
  • Cigna

Fees

  • 1 Hour Session: $125

Location

Excelsis Behavioral Health

4144 N Armenia Ave, Suite 350
Tampa, FL 33607-6434

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