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Rachel Knudson

Therapist · Arizona

Rachel Knudson, LPC

Thoughtful care for everyday thoughts and habits

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  • Thoughts and habits
  • Stress and anxiety
  • Grief and trauma

About Rachel

Rachel Knudson is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Arizona with seven years of experience. She focuses on everyday thoughts and habits that shape how people feel and act. Rachel aims to create a steady, supportive space for people facing stress, anxiety, grief, anger, trauma, and depression.

She approaches therapy as a collaborative process, treating the person as the expert in their own life. Rachel listens for strengths and patterns in thinking and daily routines. She uses that information to help clients try new ways of responding to old problems.

Sessions often look at how small habits and repeated thoughts keep difficulties going. Rachel helps people notice those patterns and practice alternatives that fit daily life. She also addresses related concerns such as attachment issues, codependency, body image, substance use, dissociation, and the impact of domestic violence.

Her work is practical and grounded. Rachel supports people who want concrete steps to manage strong emotions, reduce overwhelm, or rebuild after loss or trauma. She encourages steady progress rather than quick fixes.

Rachel values courage and self-knowledge in the therapy process. She helps clients set realistic goals and build skills they can use between sessions. If you want to better understand your thoughts and everyday habits, she can help you take the next step.

Areas of expertise

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureBody imageCo-morbidityCodependencyControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily of origin issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHoardingIsolation / lonelinessNarcissismPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPost-traumatic stressProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Self-harmSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSocial anxiety and phobiaTrichotillomaniaYoung adult issues

Experience

7+ years

Credentials

Arizona

Languages

English

How approaches that focus on thoughts and habits work online

Therapeutic techniques that target thoughts and everyday habits help people notice repetitive thinking and routine responses. One common approach looks at unhelpful thoughts and tests them against real life, helping people try different responses to reduce anxiety or low mood. Another method focuses on building small, doable habits that change daily functioning and emotional balance, useful for stress, grief, and anger.

Choosing the right approach is part of the work. The therapist collaborates with each person to figure out which techniques fit their goals and situation. Together they track what helps and adjust methods as progress is made, so therapy reflects the client’s needs and preferences.

Practical benefits of online therapy include easier scheduling and fitting sessions into a busy life. Online work can make it simpler to maintain continuity when routines are disrupted and can reduce travel time or missed work. The biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm available online options before booking. Licensed professionals and therapists can use online sessions to support changes in thinking and daily habits while keeping therapy aligned with real-world demands.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does she address?

She works with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, anger, and depression. Additional areas include attachment issues, body image, substance use, dissociation, and related challenges.

What is her therapeutic style?

Her approach focuses on everyday thoughts and habits and how they affect feelings and behavior. Therapy emphasizes collaboration, noticing patterns, and practicing practical changes between sessions.

How much clinical experience does she have?

She has seven years of professional work experience supporting people with mood, stress, and trauma-related concerns.

What credentials and region apply?

She holds the LPC credential, which is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Arizona. She practices in Arizona.

Which languages are supported?

Sessions are offered in English and international clients are not currently accepted.

What session formats are offered?

The biography does not specify session formats; please confirm current session options before booking.

How are fees handled?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability. Sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

How do I get started with therapy?

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