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I am a licensed clinical social worker in Pennsylvania and New Jersey with over 25 years of experience working as a therapist and life coach. I am a LGBTQ+ affirmative. I have worked with clients with a wide range of difficulties including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting problems, loss of a loved one, trauma, and physical and sexual abuse.
My counseling style is warm and interactive. My clients are the experts' of their life experiences, so I work hard to listen to their needs and meet them just where they are. Together we work to overcome their challenges. My approach combines cognitive-behavioral, humanistic, psychodynamic and rational-emotive counseling.
It takes courage to ask for help so I applaud you for taking this first step. Please know that I am here to support and empower you and move you towards a more fulfilling and happier life.
I look forward to hearing from you and working with you!
Additional areas of focus:Addictions, LGBT, Family conflicts, Grief, Intimacy-related issues, Eating disorders, Anger management, Career difficulties, Bipolar disorder, Coping with life changes, Coaching, Compassion fatigue, ADHD, Adoption and foster care, Aging and geriatric issues, Attachment issues, Autism and Asperger Syndrome, Codependency, Commitment issues, Communication problems, Control issues, Divorce and separation, Family of origin issues, Family problems, Fertility issues, Forgiveness, Gender dysphoria, Guilt and shame, Infidelity, Isolation / loneliness, Jealousy, Life purpose, Midlife crisis, Money and financial issues, Mood disorders, Multicultural concerns, Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Personality disorders, Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships, Postpartum depression, Post-traumatic stress, Prejudice and discrimination, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self-love, Sex addiction, Sexuality, Social anxiety and phobia, Women's issues, Workplace issues, Young adult issues
Clinical approaches: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy, Internal Family Systems
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NJ LCSW 44SC05348500
PA LCSW CW015815
Reviews
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I made more progress in two sessions with Rachel than I did in 8 sessions with my previous therapist. She hits a great balance between challenging my problematic and self-defeating beliefs while being supportive and uplifting.
Written on Dec 14, 2024 after therapy with Rachel for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, lgbt, intimacy-related issues, and anger management
I find that I’m better educated in knowing myself, my life and my difficult situations, I’m also able to handle life better. Rachel is absolutely wonderful.
Written on Dec 10, 2024 after therapy with Rachel for 3 years on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, and trauma and abuse
Rachel is by far the most understating person. I would not have been able to navigate some of the hardest points in my life without her. She is my rock
Written on Nov 08, 2024 after therapy with Rachel for 5 years and 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, and self esteem
Rachel is absolutely wonderful and I am so thankful to work with her! She is kind, responsive, gives wonderful perspective, and is simply a great human :). Thanks for all you do, Rachel!
Written on Oct 29, 2024 after therapy with Rachel for 3 years on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
I am always happy when I have a session with Rachel. She is able to help me through any difficulties I am having. I have made a lot of progress since I started talking to her.
Written on Oct 27, 2024 after therapy with Rachel for 10 months on issues concerning lgbt
My therapist has been helping so much!
Written on Sep 05, 2024 after therapy with Rachel for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, and grief
Rachel is easy to talk to and a good listener. She is relatable and makes you feel comfortable.
Written on May 10, 2024 after therapy with Rachel for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, coping with life changes, and adhd
I don't know where is be if it weren't for Rachel
Written on Apr 23, 2024 after therapy with Rachel for 5 years and 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, grief, intimacy-related issues, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, and adhd
Rachel was, from the get-go, super genuine and warm. Rachel made me feel seen- I never felt like therapy was work with her. Every session, she met me at my own pace and I was able to make attainable goals. I would recommend Rachel to anyone struggling to find a down-to-earth therapist. Rachel is an all-around cool person.
Written on Jan 07, 2024 after therapy with Rachel for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Joined in 2018 and Rachel has been with me ever since. She is professional, kind, compassionate, and has given me so many tools to help me succeed in conquering my anxiety. I can’t say enough amazing things about her.
Written on Dec 28, 2023 after therapy with Rachel for 5 years on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, eating disorders, self esteem, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
Rachel Margolin is a great person to talk to and very understanding
Written on Dec 20, 2023 after therapy with Rachel for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and coping with life changes
Rachel is kind and supportive. She listens without judgment and provides a thoughtful perspective.
Written on Nov 09, 2023 after therapy with Rachel for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, parenting issues, anger management, and career difficulties
Rachel has done an excellent job of helping me recognize my depression triggers and how to avoid and/or overcome them. She has also shown me how to improve my lifestyle so that I do not experience the triggers as often as I used to. Rachel has helped me to look at things differently so that I can appreciate the things in my life more.
Written on Oct 16, 2023 after therapy with Rachel for 1 year on issues concerning depression, grief, and eating disorders
Rachel is a wonderful therapist. Very supportive, patient, knowledgeable and effective.
Written on Oct 11, 2023 after therapy with Rachel for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and parenting issues
She’s been extremely helpful
I feel really safe and good talking to her
Written on Jul 20, 2023 after therapy with Rachel for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem, anger management, and career difficulties
Rachel truly cares. There are not enough words to even begin to describe how much of a help and blessing she has been.
Written on Jun 26, 2023 after therapy with Rachel for 1 year and 11 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, parenting issues, anger management, and coping with life changes
Amazing changes in my life and it’s bc of Rachel. Thank you.
Written on Apr 21, 2023 after therapy with Rachel for 4 months on issues concerning relationship issues, and family conflicts
The best therapy I’ve ever received, They let you be wide open and be yourself . Don’t hesitate my therapist has no clue how much she has gotten me through my troubles . Your in your own home , comfortable so you can relax .
Written on Apr 16, 2023 after therapy with Rachel for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, grief, self esteem, and coping with life changes
She is very understanding and supportive, and she checks in with you.
Written on Jan 21, 2023 after therapy with Rachel for 4 years on issues concerning anger management
She is caring, respectful, honest, and incredibly professional (in a warm, welcoming way).
Written on Jan 19, 2023 after therapy with Rachel for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, and sleeping disorders
Understanding, interactive listener, easy to talk too
Written on Aug 15, 2022 after therapy with Rachel for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, sleeping disorders, self esteem, and adhd
I have not-positive experiences with therapists in the past. Rachel has changed that. A true professional who knows her stuff and interacts with insight and compassion.
Written on Jun 06, 2022 after therapy with Rachel for 1 month on issues concerning parenting issues
She has been great match for me.
Written on Jun 01, 2022 after therapy with Rachel for 2 years and 4 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, grief, intimacy-related issues, and adhd
My therapist always talks me through the issue of the day and I leave having a plan to move forward. She listens ,remembers everything which helps me connect the dots for a clear understanding of how to deal with my concerns. I leave every session feeling good .
Written on May 25, 2022 after therapy with Rachel for 4 months on issues concerning depression, family conflicts, coping with life changes, parenting issues, and lgbt
She is great.
Written on Apr 25, 2022 after therapy with Rachel for 2 years and 3 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, and sleeping disorders
Rachel is a great therapist. She is very capable, and has the ability to understand and listen deeply to her clients.
Written on Apr 25, 2022 after therapy with Rachel for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, eating disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
Rachel is great! Haven’t been with her long. But so far, she’s amazing!
Written on Apr 19, 2022 after therapy with Rachel for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Rachel is an ideal therapist match for me. She allows me to set the tone for each session and is compassionate and encouraging. It's been a very positive experience so far.
Written on Feb 21, 2022 after therapy with Rachel for 2 weeks on issues concerning self esteem, coaching, and adhd
She’s the best!
Written on Feb 09, 2022 after therapy with Rachel for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem, anger management, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, and coaching
Rachel is an amazing person to work with! She has always been there for me and is super responsive. She always looks out for my best interests and I trust her immensely.
Written on Jan 29, 2022 after therapy with Rachel for 2 years and 7 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, and coping with life changes
she takes the time to listen, understand, and take in what you are saying to give the best advice possible. i’ve had 2 sessions so far and i can tell we are going to have a great bond. i’m glad i chose this program
Written on Jan 14, 2022 after therapy with Rachel for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, and coping with life changes
I've had two sessions with Rachel so far and she's been very helpful. I'm a goal-oriented person and her approach has been what I've needed. We seem to work really well together and Better Help has been a huge blessing. I've wanted to talk to a therapist for a while, but Covid has made it hard, and being able to communicate online and through video has been wonderful. I would definitely recommend Rachel to anyone needing a therapist.
Written on Oct 13, 2021 after therapy with Rachel for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety
Rachel makes me feel very comfortable. I feel like she is like my second mom because I can tell her anything and I always get a caring but objective response. She is very empathetic and I recommend her to anyone looking to speak with a therapist!
Written on Oct 06, 2021 after therapy with Rachel for 1 year and 5 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, anger management, and coping with life changes
Rachel has been an amazing asset during COVID. It really helps to talk things through once per week.
Written on Sep 14, 2021 after therapy with Rachel for 1 year and 6 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, eating disorders, coaching, and compassion fatigue
She is fantastic.. great listener n gave me some great advice
Written on Jul 30, 2021 after therapy with Rachel for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, and family conflicts
I have been speaking with Rachel for two years now and I love her so much. It takes me a while before I actually open up with therapists/counselors about my past traumas. But with Rachel she was very patient and it was easy for me to confide in her. She understands me and my life. She takes my needs and emotions seriously. I feel heard and safe when talking to Rachel. I feel myself healing when talking to Rachel, even amidst all of the healing I still have left to do.
Written on Jun 26, 2021 after therapy with Rachel for 1 year and 7 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, anger management, and bipolar disorder
Very caring and supportive, helps me worth through issues and see the positives I so often discount. I’ve made many insightful realizations and steady steps towards improving myself with her help and guidance.
Written on May 03, 2021 after therapy with Rachel for 1 year and 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, self esteem, career difficulties, coaching, and adhd
Wonderful to speak with
Written on Apr 09, 2021 after therapy with Rachel for 11 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and self esteem
Rachel is so easy to talk to. She’s caring, understanding, kind and compassionate. She has been so helpful and brings me a different perspective.
Written on Jan 15, 2021 after therapy with Rachel for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and lgbt
I love Rachel. She understands my words so we can talk about my problems not my identity
Written on Dec 01, 2020 after therapy with Rachel for 9 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, self esteem, bipolar disorder, and adhd
When I finally took the step to reach out for help, I was uneasy. I didn’t know what to expect and was worried about people thinking I’m “crazy.” Rachel has been so wonderful- seriously. She has a calm, humorous, and kind vibe. She listens to me and genuinely helps me feel better by assisting me navigate through my emotions and thoughts. It’s been a little over a month and I feel so much better. I’m thankful for her, truly.
Written on Nov 05, 2020 after therapy with Rachel for 1 month on issues concerning depression, and stress, anxiety
She’s amazing. Truly cares.
Written on Sep 02, 2020 after therapy with Rachel for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem, bipolar disorder, and coping with life changes
Rachel margolin has been essential in helping me through my transition. Its nice to feel like i have someone i can trust with some topics and not feel like she feels forced out of obligation. The only thing i have to say which isnt bad but i feel like i talk to much and wish she would talk a bit more. But thats just something i prefer
Written on Jul 29, 2020 after therapy with Rachel for 11 months
Rachel is great.
Written on Jul 10, 2020 after therapy with Rachel for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, and self esteem
She is a wonderful counselor. Kind and compassionate.
Written on Jun 09, 2020 after therapy with Rachel for 4 months on issues concerning relationship issues
Rachel is confident and thoughtful. I had given up hope in myself and she held hope for me.
Written on Jun 06, 2020 after therapy with Rachel for 9 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, self esteem, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
Rachel listens and provides thoughtful information to really think through. Very helpful in working thru problems.
Written on May 17, 2020 after therapy with Rachel for 8 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, and self esteem
I am so grateful to have been connected with Rachel. Rachel is extremely empathetic, intelligent and perceptive. Rachel instantly created a warm and supportive environment where I am able to speak freely. She knows when to let a thought linger and when to ask questions to push your thinking. Rachel has made a lasting impact on my life even in our short time working together.
Written on Mar 24, 2020 after therapy with Rachel for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, self esteem, anger management, and career difficulties
I loved working with Rachel. She truly cared and that's rare to find.
Written on Feb 26, 2020 after therapy with Rachel for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, eating disorders, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Rachel is absolutely fantastic. She is patient, kind, and gives you third party perspectives into some of the most difficult personal issues. I was in a dark place just 6 months ago, and she has helped me gather myself, see myself in a different light, and helped me overcome past relationship turmoil and familial traumas. She has a very caring, nurturing disposition, and I’d recommend her to anyone. Thank for helping me see the light in myself, Rachel! I’m sure she has changed many lives and will continue to do so for years to come.
Written on Jan 21, 2020 after therapy with Rachel for 6 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, self esteem, anger management, coping with life changes, and coaching
She listens and advises very well. She is supportive and gives great advice.
Written on Jan 14, 2020 after therapy with Rachel for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, and coping with life changes
Rachel always looks out for me. Aside from our sessions ,a simple message can be very uplifting when you need it most and she has an instinct for when that is needed. Highly recommended!!
Written on Dec 18, 2019 after therapy with Rachel for 4 months
Rachel is very patient, an excellent listener and actively engaged in our conversations. She always offers to be available if anything crops up between appointments, which I appreciate. I have made great progress working with her and am looking forward to continuing our conversation into the New Year. Highly recommended.
Written on Dec 16, 2019 after therapy with Rachel for 2 months on issues concerning addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, and adhd
Rachel is kind and empathetic and the best therapist I have ever had!
Written on Dec 16, 2019 after therapy with Rachel for 6 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
Rachel was magnificent. She was an absolute pleasure getting to know and work with. I recommend her! I worked with Rachel for 4 months. We focused on my anxiety/ocd, slight depression, grief after the loss of a loved one, and how to re-motivate my positive thinking. I can not say enough good things!
Written on Nov 30, 2019 after therapy with Rachel for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, self esteem, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
Rachel has been a wonderful support to have. She listens well, gives real and unbiased feedback, remembers our previous conversations, and checks in with me between sessions without me having to reach out first. Her responses are prompt and I’ve never had an issue with scheduling with her each week. This has been my first experience with online counseling and thanks to Rachel it has been a pleasant, helpful one that I would recommend to anyone.
Written on Oct 21, 2019 after therapy with Rachel for 2 months
I’ve only been in contact with Rachel for a brief period of time, and I have not had any type of therapy in years. I am pleased with the level of care and attention Rachel gives to me during our phone calls. It’s been really nice being able to connect with her each week about the current events of my life- almost like a weight being lifted off of my shoulders. Thank you Rachel!
Written on Sep 15, 2019 after therapy with Rachel for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, self esteem, and anger management
Rachel is great - kind, supportive, non-judgmental, and very responsive. Really happy to have been matched with her, as she clearly really cares about helping her clients and gives great, practical feedback.
Written on Sep 10, 2019 after therapy with Rachel for 5 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, grief, coping with life changes, and adhd
In such a short amount of time, I’ve had a lot of stress in my life that I felt like I was on the verge of a mental breakdown. I never understood how talking with a therapist could help people but I was willing to try anything at this point. All I can say is WOW, I have no words. I’ve only had 2 sessions so far and Rachel has helped immensely. I highly recommend!!!
Written on Aug 29, 2019 after therapy with Rachel for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, and grief
Rachel is a kind, smart, supportive counselor who has helped change my life for the better.
Written on Aug 10, 2019 after therapy with Rachel for 4 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and relationship issues
Rachel is wonderful. She is extremely respectful that I am to shy/nervous to video chat or call (something needing to be worked on). Just messaging her is such a relief for myself; not having others to speak to. It feels like I am talking to a friend. I cannot recommend her enough!
Written on Jul 12, 2019 after therapy with Rachel for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, grief, self esteem, coping with life changes, and adhd
Rachel's help has been instrumental during one of the toughest periods in my life. Rachel is an excellent listener and is able to facilitate productive therapy sessions while still allowing for enough space to come to your own conclusions. I would recommend Rachel to anyone who needs to methodically analyze a tough situation.
Written on Jun 26, 2019 after therapy with Rachel for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, family conflicts, parenting issues, anger management, and coping with life changes
She’s great!
Written on Jun 07, 2019 after therapy with Rachel for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and coping with life changes
Rachel was an invaluable resource to me in a time of great need. I would highly recommend her to anyone. She's a great listener and offered several ways to help me through a difficult period. I cant thank her enough!
Written on May 29, 2019 after therapy with Rachel for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
In the short time I have been speaking to Rachel, I have already felt comfortable with her and look forward to continuing sessions with her
Written on May 28, 2019 after therapy with Rachel for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, self esteem, career difficulties, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, coaching, and adhd
Rachel is very understanding and a very good listener. She answers in a timely manner and is very easy to talk to.
Written on May 11, 2019 after therapy with Rachel for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Rachel was my only hope in a time of complete disparity, loneliness, and hopelessness. Without her, I’m not sure if I would be here writing this message today. Couldn’t thank her enough, and anyone who appreciates a laidback approach to counseling will enjoy her techniques and personality
Written on May 06, 2019 after therapy with Rachel for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, eating disorders, self esteem, anger management, and adhd
Rachel is warm, thoughtful and kind. Never judgmental and always make sure to let me know I am heard. She is amazing!
Written on Apr 25, 2019 after therapy with Rachel for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, eating disorders, self esteem, and career difficulties
Amazing session. I can't wait to continue working with Rachel, I feel she's so compassionate and incredibly intelligent.
Written on Feb 22, 2019 after therapy with Rachel for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem, and coaching
Rachel was a lifesaver when I was going through some difficult times with my husband. Her incredible availability and responsiveness was amazing. She was highly supportive.
Written on Feb 09, 2019 after therapy with Rachel for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, and intimacy-related issues
My counselor is intelligent, professional and understanding. She is a great resource and very helpful.
Written on Jan 17, 2019 after therapy with Rachel for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, self esteem, bipolar disorder, and coping with life changes
Rachel was easy to talk to and very intuitive. I felt she provided direct feedback and tangible next steps in loving forward. Highly recommend.
Written on Jan 10, 2019 after therapy with Rachel for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, grief, eating disorders, self esteem, and adhd
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