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Rachel Bivens, LMFT

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Rachel is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.

4.5 stars
Clients are very satisfied with Rachel. View 10 reviews
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in California

Recent reviews

I have noticed a big improvement in myself since I’ve been working with my therapist. It took some time for me to get to this point in my therapy journey. I am forever grateful for choosing the life that I want to live and showing up for myself In every capacity.

Reviewed December 2024

She has made me feel heard. She is helping me find the love in me where there were holes. Slowly but surely we are getting this patch work done to make me feel whole again. I am so grateful

Reviewed December 2024

More about Rachel

  • 8 years' experience
  • Female
  • LMFT

As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California, my mission is to educate and empower individuals and families. My approach emphasizes advocacy, communication, and personal engagement, recognizing the unique genetic and cultural differences of each family, couple, child, and individual. My aim is to build enduring relationships within the community, families, couples, caregivers, parents, children, and on a personal level. I seize every chance to leverage my expertise for a positive social impact. My objective is to support families, couples, children, and individuals in overcoming their challenges, empowering them to enact lasting changes, and contributing to a thriving, productive, safe, and healthy community through one-on-one engagement. I am a firm advocate of holistic self-improvement, believing in the necessity of intentional daily life and self-betterment. My role involves equipping and empowering communities, families, couples, parents, caregivers, children, and individuals with the knowledge and skills to strengthen interpersonal relationships and pursue self-actualization in their personal lives, within the community, their families, as caregivers, parents, and children, using an educational, preventive, and strength-based approach.

With over a decade of experience aiding clients with relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, and parenting concerns, I hold the conviction that you are the master of your narrative and possess numerous strengths that will aid you in surmounting your challenges. Initiating therapy requires bravery, and I commend you for taking that first step.

Personally, I identify primarily as an African American woman with deep spiritual beliefs, a mother of nine, and a Ya-Ya (grandmother) of seven. My life experiences, professional background, and education have equipped me to actively engage in advocacy, empowerment, and self-sufficiency for communities, families, caregivers, parents, and children, perpetuating a cycle of change to make a difference in the world.

Specialties

Relationship issues Family conflicts Trauma and abuse Parenting issues Self esteem Caregiver issues and stress Communication problems Divorce and separation Forgiveness Isolation / loneliness Life purpose Men's issues Midlife crisis Pregnancy and childbirth Self-love Women's issues Workplace issues

Licenses

Rachel Bivens's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1093161705.

  • LMFT · California · 140327 · Expires July 2025

About online counseling

Affordable.
Pay a low flat fee.
Convenient.
Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
Available now.
There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.

Online counseling, sometimes called teletherapy, refers to talk therapy delivered remotely through digital platforms, such as video calls, phone calls, or chat. It can be a great option for people who face barriers to traditional face-to-face therapy, such as those living in remote areas, individuals with mobility issues, or people with busy schedules that make it difficult to attend in-person sessions.

Teletherapy also offers greater convenience and flexibility, allowing clients to access care from the comfort of their homes. Research shows that the treatment outcomes with online counseling are often just as effective as with traditional therapy, providing a viable alternative for individuals seeking mental health support.

Reviews for Rachel Bivens

All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.

Overall rating:

4.5

10 reviews

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Clients mention: Great Grateful Helpful Helping Understand Attentive Confidence Excellent Healing Helped

I have noticed a big improvement in myself since I’ve been working with my therapist. It took some time for me to get to this point in my therapy journey. I am forever grateful for choosing the life that I want to live and showing up for myself In every capacity.

Reviewed December 2024

She has made me feel heard. She is helping me find the love in me where there were holes. Slowly but surely we are getting this patch work done to make me feel whole again. I am so grateful

Reviewed December 2024

Before I ever met my therapist, I was sent a worksheet about things that I needed in a therapist or things that’s a therapist, and I could discuss in our sessions. And the first message I received from her, was explaining to me about myself and my external validation that I need to feel good enough. It is really great that my therapist pin points things that need help or healthy boundaries or for me to be understood. My therapist is really helping me achieve my goals, understand myself better and giving me my confidence in my power back.

Reviewed November 2024

Very helpful and resourceful.

Reviewed November 2024

Mind blowing and life altering. Rachel has helped me realize so much about myself in just a couple sessions. From the first session I have felt safe to be vulnerable . Although I’m not where I want to be in my healing journey I’m also not where I was a few weeks ago.

Reviewed November 2024

I can actually witness the change within myself thanks to Rachel. God bless her!

Reviewed November 2024

Being able to have Rachel as my therapist has been a wonderful experience. Her expertise in the subject matter she talks about is excellent and she tailors each therapy session in a way that is constructive. During my sessions I feel understood, uplifted, and guided towards the right direction.

Reviewed September 2024

Rachel is very attentive and a great listener. I was skeptical because I’ve been looking for a therapist for a while now . But Rachel is very great to talk to she really helps you analyze what you’re thinking and why.

Reviewed September 2024

Great so far, I am grateful to have met her

Reviewed August 2024

Rachel is very helpful to me and understand my goals

Reviewed August 2024

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Frequently asked questions

Does Rachel Bivens offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Rachel Bivens works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.

What language(s) does Rachel Bivens speak?

Rachel Bivens speaks English.

How many years of experience does Rachel Bivens have?

Rachel Bivens has 8 years of experience.

Where is Rachel Bivens licensed to practice?

Rachel Bivens is licensed to practice in California.

Does Rachel Bivens accept clients outside of the United States?

No, Rachel Bivens does not accept clients outside of the United States.

Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?

Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."

How can I communicate with Rachel Bivens?

Rachel Bivens can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.

How do I get started with Rachel Bivens?

Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.

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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.