• ABOUT ME

     

     

     

     

    Welcome. Thank you for finding me. Reaching out to a therapist takes great courage. I am an attachment based, psychodynamic therapist with training in neuroscience, but am not "driven" by theory. One size does not fit all. I focus on the "whole" person, staying attuned to their specific needs. Life is tough and surviving the day is an accomplishment these days! I specialize in the treatment of trauma, chronic pain, anxiety/ depression, relationships and addictive behaviors. I received my bachelor's from Colby Sawyer College and a master's in psychology from Antioch University, New England. With over 23 years of experience I understand that healing and growth are highly individual.

    Emotional and physical pain are the ultimate thieves. Pain creates stress and stress worsens the pain. This becomes a vicious cycle leading to "fight or flight" mode leaving us trapped and depleteted of energy, joy, and hope for the future. The good news is there is hope. We all possess an innate healing capacity. Pain levels decrease dramatically when the nervous sytem is relaxed. Tapping into a sense of joy is paramount to healing. Due to neuroplasticity, the brain can regenerate and create new pathways. Sometimes all we need is a safe place to let our guard down and be vulnerable. A place where we do not feel judged in order to release our pent up emotions and pain. It has been found that a sense of safety is the foundation for true healing. I foster a secure attachment and safe place for clients to heal at the core level. Moving beyond past, unconscious thoughts, conflicts, or negative patterns and relationships will lighten your load and allow you to rise above the pain. It is about going forward one small step at a time.

    It was not until I recovered from a backbreaking horse fall years ago that I discovered this powerful healing capacity within myself. I was compelled to share my insights for overcoming pain and anxiety. We will collaborate to find the best approach for YOU. You are the ultimate expert on yourself. You know yourself and your needs better than anyone else. I will take your lead and help you reconnect to yourself and trust your instincts. I believe in a balance between insight and action. I have practiced long enough to not slot people into "boxes." Everyone's needs are different in therapy so I try to tune in with sensitivity. My love of horses, animals and art have shaped who I have become, allowing me a unique blend of ingredients to bring to the table. In the gallery below are paintings I did during my recovery to depict the healing power of creativity. Painting was instrumental in my overall recovery, but we all have different buried talents and gifts. It would be a priviledge and a pleasure to partner with you as you not only overcome pain, but rediscover your own talents, passions and joy along the way. Please feel free to reach to me by phone or email for a free consultation. I look forward to hearing from you.

    SERVICES

    I treat the following issues:

    anxiety

    depression

    past trauma

    addictions or addictive behaviours

    chronic pain/illness

    adjustment to life stages

    grief and loss

    family, parenting, dynamics

    codependency

    caregiver fatigue and burnout

    workplace stress and burnout

    harmful habits/feeling stuck

    women's issues

    men's issues

    issues of aging, elderly

    divorce

    personal empowerment

    self esteem

    MY FEE IS $180. PER HOUR- (I DO offer a sliding scale to make therapy affordable on a case by case basis)

    I ALSO ACCEPT THE FOLLOWING INSURANCE PLANS:

    Blue Cross and Blue Shield

    MEDICARE

    Aetna

    United

    UMR

    Optum

    Tricare

    NC State health Plan

    I offer telehealth and in person therapy or a combination of both. I also offer "eco therapy" which is walking in nature. Sometimes it is easier to be moving when we talk from the heart. Not everyone can sit still! We will decide what best meets your needs.

    DISCLOSURES

    LCMHC ProfessionalDisclosure Statement

    RachelSydney Garfield, MA. LCMHC

    Office: 919-522-2976

    E:mail: garfield.rachel@gmail.com

    Qualifications

    Antioch University New England, MA- CounselingPsychology- 1994

    Fielding Graduate University.
    Rachel Sydney Garfield, the licensee, is a licensed clinicalmental health counselor in North Carolina and her license number is 5398.
    Rachel Sydney Garfield has over 20 years of professional counseling experience.

    Counseling Background

    Rachel Sydney Garfield has worked with a diverse clientelefrom all racial and socioeconomic backgrounds (adults and adolescents.) She has experience with a wide range of issues including past trauma, chronic pain and illness,
    addictions, depression, anxiety, and psychosis.
    Rachel Sydney Garfield offers services in psychodynamic“talk” psychotherapy. Her theoretical orientation is psychoanalytic (object-relations,and attachment-based.) She incorporates elements of cognitive-behavioral theory
    (CBT) and the use of sports related metaphors when appropriate. Rachel Sydney
    Garfield’s area of competence is in depth, talk-therapy with the goal of achieving
    a balance between insight and action. The focus of psychoanalytic therapy is to
    resolve unconscious conflicts that have manifested as symptoms in the present.
    Resolving past conflicts and reenactments may allow the client to gain insight,
    raise self-esteem, heal losses, achieve goals, and move forward with a greater sense
    of peace in the future.

    Session Fees and Length of Service

    Rachel Sydney Garfield holds 60-minute talk-therapy sessions.The fee is based on a sliding scale and ranges from $100.00 to $180.00 per
    session based on income and ability to pay. You agree to pay_______per session.

    Rachel Sydney Garfield accepts payment methods which includechecks and cash. She also accepts reimbursement from third parties such as insurance companies. All copayments are due at the time of session.

    Use of Diagnosis

    Some health insurance companies will reimburse clients forcounseling services, and some will not. It is important to note that most
    insurance companies will require a diagnosis of a mental health condition and
    indicate that you must have an “illness” before reimbursement. Some conditions
    do not qualify for reimbursement. If a qualifying diagnosis is appropriate, you
    will be informed prior to submitting it to the insurance company. The diagnosis
    will become a permanent part of your record.

    All client materials and charts are kept confidential. All communication will be part of the clinical record and accessible to you upon
    request. I will keep confidential anything you say as part of the counselingrelationship with the following exceptions: (a) you direct me in writing to disclose information to someone else, (b)it is determined you are a danger to yourself
    or others, including child or elder abuse, or (c) I am court ordered to
    disclose information.

    Complaints

    Although clients are encouraged to discuss any concerns with me, you may file a complaint against me with the organization below should you feel I am in violation of any of these codes of ethics. I abide by the ACA code
    of ethics. http://www.counseling.org/Resources/aca-code-of-ethics.pdf

    NorthCarolina Board of Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselors
    P.O. BOX 77819
    Greensboro, NC 27417

    Phone: 844-622-3572 or336-217-6007

    Fax: 336-217-9450

    E-mail: Complaints@ncblcmhc.org

    Acceptance of terms

    We agree to these terms and will abide by these guidelines.

    Client:________________________________ Date:__________

    Counselor:____________________________ Date:___________

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