About me
? Licensed Psychotherapist Dedicated to Healing and Growth
Are you exhausted mentally, emotionally, physically? Do you want to feel and think better about yourself, your life, and relationships with others? I am so happy you are here and encourage you to take this opportunity to make a lasting difference in your life. As we enter this holiday season, meeting with me each week gives you a very important reason to get up and show up for yourself.
As a Licensed Master's Social Worker and psychotherapist in Michigan with over 13 years of clinical experience, I am dedicated to supporting individuals through their most complex life challenges. My practice is built on a foundation of deep compassion and a non-judgemental approach, creating a safe and collaborative space for personal transformation and healing.
Clinical Focus and Expertise
I specialize in addressing a broad spectrum of mental health concerns, including:
Depression and Anxiety (including social anxiety and panic attacks)
Resolving the effects of trauma (utilizing trauma-informed care and IFS)
Relationship dynamics and communication challenges
Stress Management and emotional well-being
Life transitions, grief/loss, and career challenges
Mood disorders, OCD, ADHD, and personality disorders
Therapeutic Approach and Client Outcomes
My therapeutic work is rooted in understanding each person's unique cognitive and emotional landscape. I combine evidence-based therapy approaches—including Cognitive-Behavioral (CBT), Dialectical-Behavioral (DBT), and Internal Family Systems (IFS)—to help you achieve meaningful, lasting change.
Working together, we will focus on strengthening self-esteem and self-worth, moving you toward gaining empowerment, independence, and healthy interdependence. You will learn to:
Heal from past unresolved experiences and navigate difficult emotions.
Update cognitive processes and develop self-understanding.
Gain control over your life by creating new, positive habits.
Acquire essential skills in coping, problem-solving, self-control, and self-advocacy.
My counseling style is warm, motivational, and interactive. We will work collaboratively to develop a tailored treatment plan and goals that meet your specific needs. Taking the first step towards a happier, more fulfilling life requires immense courage, and I am here to fully support you on that journey.
Availability and Scheduling
I offer flexible availability to meet your needs, including evening and weekend sessions available by request. My scheduled hours are posted well in advance through the app, giving you the opportunity to schedule up to 3 sessions in advance.
Specialties
- Stress, Anxiety
- Addictions
- Relationships
- Family conflicts
- Depression
LGBT , Trauma and abuse , Grief , Sleeping disorders , Anger management , Self esteem , Career difficulties , Bipolar disorder , Coping with life changes , Abandonment , Aging and geriatric issues , Avoidant personality , Body image , Read more...
Clinical approaches:
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy, Internal Family Systems
Years of Experience: 14
Services offered
Messaging
Phone
Video
Licensing
MI LMSW 6801091574
Reviews
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Rachael McKinnon. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with Regain might be different.
She's the best. She doesn't take sides and tells it how it is, which is very helpful. 10/10 would recommend.
Great listener and very effective communicator
Dr. McKinnon is good at listening to both parties and finding ways to bridge misunderstandings and find common ground
In my opinion our therapist is kind, intelligent, fair and listens to both sides. My biggest compliment would be the tools she is giving us to work on ourselves and the relationship.
Rachael is respectful and intuitive. While responding in compassion, she’s also able to identify the critical next steps to move forward, in a way that gives the individual success and forward steps to take. Highly recommend.
Rachael is a phenomenal therapist and couple’s counselor. She listens genuinely and responds thoughtfully and intentionally. Our marriage has seen a lot of improvement in communication and understanding eachother, since working with Rachael! We are very grateful for her expertise and dedication to helping others.
Rachael has been a great therapist for my husband and I. We wanted to strengthen our communication skills and I can confidently say that goal was achieved. She gave us homework and I believe all the work we put in has paid off. We are sad to be leaving Rachael since we are moving, but strongly recommend her.
Has been great!