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Dr. Rachel Kinison, LCPC

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.

4.5 stars
Clients are very satisfied with Rachel. View 29 reviews
Great news, Rachel is accepting new clients!
She is normally fully-booked.
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in Illinois and Florida

Recent reviews

Dr Kinison has a unique way of gently peeling back layers without being patronizing. She has a no-nonsense approach that I really appreciate. And when I think I've considered all aspects of something, she manages to find that one outlier that I didn't see. She has also taken one that I have pondered, and turned it upside down to give me yet another angle to explore. She's a gifted therapist.

Reviewed November 2024

I’ve enjoyed my sessions with Dr. Rach these past few weeks. It has helped me gain a better insight and perspective into myself and my thoughts/feelings! Would recommend to anyone

Reviewed July 2022

More about Rachel

  • 14 years' experience
  • Female
  • LCPC, LMHC

Hello!

My name is Dr. Rachel Kinison. You can call me Rachel or Dr. Rach, as my friends lovingly call me. I have my doctorate degree in Pastoral Community Counseling. I have a masters degree in Counseling. I have been counseling for almost 15 years. I have a few disabilities that I don't let get me down. I have Cerebral Palsy (mild), Dystonia (a movement disorder that is related to Parkinson's), and I suffer from migraines. All of this is managed well with Botox treatments every three months. I live in Illinois and I plan of moving to Florida, where the winters are a lot more milder for me. I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) in Illinois. I am also just recently licensed in the state of Florida as a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC). I am very excited about that. I am a fan of classic rock. I love to spend time with my friends. I also enjoy a nice quiet evening at home with my Basset Hound and Beagle. I also like to travel, cook, and enjoy a great rock concert.

As I've mentioned earlier, I have been a counselor for almost 15 years. I have worked with children and adults at a community counseling agent. I have also worked in a behavioral health unit at a local hospital. I also have experience in being a counselor in adult probation programs. I have done individual therapy, group therapy, and have training in PTSD (Post Traumatic Stress Disorder) and I usually use Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, but not everyone fits just one mold. So, I am a fan of an eclectic form of therapy techniques. I am well rehearsed in relaxation techniques that I am excited about.

I am excited to be a part of BetterHealth. I think that I can bring a lot of functioning skills to the table. I believe that how we think, behave, and feel can be improved by just changing one thing to the positive. The rest tends to fall in line. You are the problem solver. I am your compass.

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Trauma and abuse Grief Self esteem Coping with life changes Addictions Relationship issues Family conflicts Intimacy-related issues Parenting issues Anger management Depression Chronic pain, illness, and disability Coping with natural or human-caused disaster Divorce and separation Domestic violence First responder issues Midlife crisis Veteran and Armed Forces Issues Post-traumatic stress Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) Sex addiction Sexual assault and abuse

Treatment Approaches

  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Narrative Therapy
  • Trauma-Focused Therapy

Licenses

Dr. Rachel Kinison's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1992946354.

  • LCPC · Illinois · 180.007037 · Expires March 2025
  • LMHC · Florida · MH16436 · Expires March 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, sometimes called teletherapy, refers to talk therapy delivered remotely through digital platforms, such as video calls, phone calls, or chat. It can be a great option for people who face barriers to traditional face-to-face therapy, such as those living in remote areas, individuals with mobility issues, or people with busy schedules that make it difficult to attend in-person sessions.

Teletherapy also offers greater convenience and flexibility, allowing clients to access care from the comfort of their homes. Research shows that the treatment outcomes with online counseling are often just as effective as with traditional therapy, providing a viable alternative for individuals seeking mental health support.

Reviews for Dr. Rachel Kinison

All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.

Overall rating:

4.5

29 reviews

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Clients mention: Great Amazing Helped Helpful Listens Attentive Knowledgeable Recommend Caring Empathetic

Dr Kinison has a unique way of gently peeling back layers without being patronizing. She has a no-nonsense approach that I really appreciate. And when I think I've considered all aspects of something, she manages to find that one outlier that I didn't see. She has also taken one that I have pondered, and turned it upside down to give me yet another angle to explore. She's a gifted therapist.

Reviewed November 2024

I’ve enjoyed my sessions with Dr. Rach these past few weeks. It has helped me gain a better insight and perspective into myself and my thoughts/feelings! Would recommend to anyone

Reviewed July 2022

So far our sessions have been productive and helpful to me.

Reviewed February 2022

Dr. Rach is the first counselor I’ve worked with who has the ability to hear my story with empathy. For the first time I feel understood and accepted simply for who I am. She does not see me through a filter of “right” and “wrong” or “good” and “bad”. but instead sees me as a person. Thank you, Dr Rach.

Reviewed September 2020

Dr. Kinison is attentive and very knowledgeable. She is kind and makes sessions something to look forward to. She always comes to sessions with encouragement and helpful insights.

Reviewed March 2020

Top drawer counsellor thank you!

Reviewed April 2019

Dr. Kinison is a delight to work with day in and out. She is knowledgeable and intelligent without being pushy. I would definitely recommend her expertise to my personal friends and family.

Reviewed January 2019

Dr Kinison is a great listener. She is very caring and uses humor...which helps. I know she has my well being in mind. She offers great tools and suggestions to get through hards times.

Reviewed April 2023

She really listens and gives amazing guidance! Allowing me to discover things on my own and helps me work through my issues on my own! Really has been a Godsend!

Reviewed March 2023

Dr Rachel is amazing. She has really helped me these past few months. Regardless of what is needed , she is always available. I would and have highly suggested Dr. Rachel.

Reviewed February 2023

Ty

Reviewed December 2022

She is extremely empathetic in my time of crisis and is helping me with prayer and therapy.

Reviewed July 2022

Dr. Kinison has been simply extraordinary. She’s been focused, attentive, & honest about my challenges & struggles. I look forward to therapy with Dr. Kinison because I know I am going to feel heard & seen, & that goes a long way toward navigating my own life & knocking down some barriers that have stood in my way. I couldn’t recommend Dr. Kinison enough, or the whole Better Help program. As a sceptic, I had my initial concerns about online therapy, but they’ve been pretty comprehensively assured.

Reviewed January 2022

Just great. I loved the sessions I’ve had with her. She is very empathetic, patient, and provides great insights.

Reviewed January 2022

Dr. Kinison is so understanding and her responses to issues or concerns are wonderful.

Reviewed May 2021

Rachel is very human and sensitive. Her advice is very pragmatic and situationally based, which really helps

Reviewed April 2021

Excellent

Reviewed March 2021

She is the best

Reviewed February 2021

Dr Rachel Kinison has got me back on form. I haven't talked about my Mum in years, Dr Kinison got it out of me, I was doing all of there talking about happy memories of my Mum she recognised that.

Reviewed February 2021

It has been an absolute pleasure and eye opening experience working with Dr Kinison. She is kind, knowledgeable and has a sense of humor that I actually appreciate. She is always available, patient and keeps you engaged

Reviewed September 2020

Dr. Kinison hears my needs and what I need to work on. She offers solutions to my biggest worries as well. I feel hope!

Reviewed August 2020

Dr. Kinison asks the right questions and keeps me on track of my goals. I appreciate how she lets me prioritize what I want to talk about while recognizing where we need to spend more time.

Reviewed August 2020

The best counselor I've ever had

Reviewed July 2020

She has been very attentive. She’s always finding ways to help me work through my thoughts. We have a great connection and I appreciate her input and positivity.

Reviewed May 2020

So far, Dr Rachel has been so helpful! I’ve done 3 sessions and she’s helped me see different perspectives every time. I like that she gives me worksheets to do throughout the week to keep what we’ve talked about fresh in my head. It’s homework but I love homework and growth. She listens and has some great example stories that relate to what I’m dealing with.

Reviewed May 2020

I adore Dr. Rach. I’m so glad I connected with her!

Reviewed February 2020

She’s been so amazing and so helpful. I know I can count on her to respond any time of the day and her words are so encouraging.

Reviewed January 2020

I am really grateful that I was matched with Rachel. Rachel is incredibly responsive and I am really grateful that in such a short time we developed a connection. She has really helped me in such a short time and I am looking forward to our continued work together.

Reviewed November 2019

Dr. Kinison is kind, compassionate, and caring. She listens... REALLY listens to me, and gives me advice without overstepping. I feel like she actually understands, as opposed to just being sympathetic to my problems. She gets it. She's amazing.

Reviewed February 2019

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Frequently asked questions

Does Dr. Rachel Kinison offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Dr. Rachel Kinison 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 Dr. Rachel Kinison speak?

Dr. Rachel Kinison speaks English.

How many years of experience does Dr. Rachel Kinison have?

Dr. Rachel Kinison has 14 years of experience.

Where is Dr. Rachel Kinison licensed to practice?

Dr. Rachel Kinison is licensed to practice in Illinois and Florida.

Does Dr. Rachel Kinison accept clients outside of the United States?

Yes, Dr. Rachel Kinison 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 Dr. Rachel Kinison offer?

Dr. Rachel Kinison offers clients Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Narrative Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.

How can I communicate with Dr. Rachel Kinison?

Dr. Rachel Kinison 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 Dr. Rachel Kinison?

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.

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