Licensed Clinical Marriage and Family Therapist in Maryland

Meet Rachel Chazen, LCMFT!

Pronouns: she/her

Personally Speaking

“I understand that starting therapy can feel scary. That is why I strive to provide a space that feels comfortable and safe. Together, we will create real changes to help you feel better and get you back to your true self.”

Rachel is experienced in providing individual and family therapy to those needing support with anxiety, depression, self-esteem, and motivation. She is passionate about helping others by utilizing their strengths, collaborating to problem-solve, and creating real change. Rachel’s approach is supportive and goal-oriented. She strives to facilitate a therapeutic space that is comfortable and safe. Rachel knows that change is hard and she is dedicated to making sure her clients aren’t alone as they navigate stressors. In addition to her work, Rachel enjoys going to the beach, cycling, and watching reality shows.

Education:

  • MS in Couple and Family Therapy, University of Maryland- College Park
  • BS in Family Studies, The Florida State University

Advanced Training:

  • Ethics in Digital Practice
  • Anxiety Treatment Techniques
  • Transforming Grief and Loss
  • Nutritional and Integrative Techniques for Mental Health

Licenses:

Licensed Clinical Marriage and Family Therapist

  • Washington, D.C.
  • Maryland, LCMFT
  • Tennessee, LMFT

Language:

English

Click here to schedule an appointment with Rachel.

Comments

Post a Comment

Popular posts from this blog

How to Support a Depressed Mom on Mother’s Day

Image
  Mother’s Day is a special day to celebrate motherhood. Simple, right? Not exactly. For many people, this day can get a bit complicated, depending on many factors, like your relationship with your mother, and your feelings about being a mom yourself. This is true especially for moms who have recently given birth and are experiencing  post-partum depression and/or anxiety on Mother’s Day . As the friend or relative of a new mom who is struggling in the post-partum stages, you may be unsure how to support and celebrate this special mom on Mother’s Day. Here are some tips to keep in mind: DON’T buy anything for the home or for the kids and family. DO buy her a gift that she can use ONLY for herself, like a spa treatment, massage, comfy PJs or other clothing she’d enjoy. ______ DON’T plan an event or activity that will require energy and motivation on her part. For someone who is depressed and sleep deprived with a newborn, exerting energy on extra things can be challenging. DO e...
Read more

Questioning Your Gender Identity

Image
  Over the last few years of this pandemic, we all had a lot of alone time – time for isolation, for contemplation, for introspection. The slow-down allowed for folks to be alone with their thoughts without as many distractions. For some, there was also the added benefit of not being around societal pressures. This opened space for self-exploration to include authenticity to oneself and their experience without those social barriers. It is no surprise to me that in my clinical work I found that more people finally had space to consider and question their gender.  Now, I want to name a few important things before delving deeper: Questioning your gender is not a shameful or bad thing.  Gender has a long history of including more than cisgender/binary narratives. Questioning your gender does not automatically mean that you are not cisgender, rather it means you are intentionally exploring your authentic self. Understanding your identities (professional, sexual, etc) is a lif...
Read more

What Is Career Coaching and How Can It Benefit You?

Image
  With its disruptive impact on the world of work, the pandemic challenged already crumbling ideas of what career growth looks like and pushed people to re-evaluate who they are, what their values are, and how important alignment of personal and professional goals is to them. In terms of professional development, the entire world has been going through a crisis not unlike the quarterlife one. It wasn’t a surprise, then, when on my LinkedIn feed I came across a recent article published in  Forbes  that highlights why 2022 is the year to hire a career coach. As a career coach myself, I’ve seen how working with one can empower a person to design and live a life they enjoy, a life that allows for professional growth and personal well-being. Not once or twice have I thought to myself how beneficial it would’ve been if I’d had access to a coach early in my career, as I was going through my own quarterlife crisis! Before I highlight how working with a coach can benefit you, howe...
Read more