Rachael Dadbin, M.A.

LMFT (138618)

Pronouns: She/Her/Hers


I specialize in working with clients who are experiencing anxiety, navigating stressful transitions in their life, or are experiencing issues around their motherhood. I approach therapy from a Humanistic perspective, meeting you where you’re at in your journey while helping to facilitate your personal growth. I always try to create a safe space where you can be your genuine self and speak your truth without fear of judgement, while also offering practical ideas or tools you can use right away. While past clients have told me that I’m warm, accepting, and offer honest feedback, I also don’t think therapy has to be serious and heavy 100% of the time (We can have a laugh and celebrate your wins too!).

Finally, I identify as Jewish and enjoy working with clients around religion & spirituality.

*The California license title of “Marriage and Family Therapist” can be a bit misleading. MFTs are trained to assess, diagnose and treat individuals, couples, families, and groups to help those who are struggling achieve more adequate, satisfying and productive lives. You can learn more about this license at this link.


EDUCATION:

Master of Arts in Psychology with an emphasis in Marriage and Family Therapy; Phillips Graduate University

Bachelor of Arts in Psychology; Antioch University Los Angeles


TOP SPECIALTIES:

  • Anxiety

  • Grief

  • Life Transitions

  • Motherhood

  • Trauma

Expertise:

  • ADHD

  • Anxiety

  • Body Image Improvement

  • Career Issues

  • Depression

  • Family Planning / Infertility

  • Grief

  • Life Transitions

  • Obsessive Compulsive Disorder

  • Relationship Issues

  • Religion & Spirituality Issues

  • Stress Management

  • Trauma


THERAPEUTIC MODALITIES:

  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)

  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

  • Humanistic Therapy

  • Positive Psychology

  • Relational Therapy

  • Strength Based Therapy

CULTURAL COMPETENCE & SOCIAL JUSTICE:

I'm committed to fostering an inclusive environment that celebrates human diversity. I strive to honor and affirm my clients’ race, ethnicity, immigration status, gender identity, sexual orientation, abilities status, religious affiliation, and physical appearance.

I strive to ensure therapy is:

  • Culturally Affirming

  • LGBTQIA+ Affirming

  • Neurodiversity Affirming

  • Social Justice Aligned