Rachel May, LCSW
LCSW guiding practical, lasting change
- Evidence-based care
- Personalized treatment plans
- Non-judgmental support
About Rachel May
Rachel May is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with 12 years of experience helping people navigate a wide range of emotional and behavioral challenges. Her background includes extensive work in psychiatric hospitals, which has equipped her to address issues from situational depression to acute trauma and addiction with calm, competent care.
She draws from evidence-based therapies and an eclectic toolkit to create treatment plans tailored to each person’s needs. Rachel emphasizes practical, sustainable progress and works collaboratively to set goals that reflect the client’s values and circumstances. Her approach combines clinical skill with empathetic, non-judgmental support so clients can express themselves openly and explore change at a manageable pace.
Rachel offers clear guidance, concrete suggestions, and curated resources to support growth between sessions. Whether a client seeks coping strategies for everyday stress or structured work on deeper traumatic patterns, she aims to build a plan that is personalized, results-focused, and grounded in respect for the individual’s experience.
She draws from evidence-based therapies and an eclectic toolkit to create treatment plans tailored to each person’s needs. Rachel emphasizes practical, sustainable progress and works collaboratively to set goals that reflect the client’s values and circumstances. Her approach combines clinical skill with empathetic, non-judgmental support so clients can express themselves openly and explore change at a manageable pace.
Rachel offers clear guidance, concrete suggestions, and curated resources to support growth between sessions. Whether a client seeks coping strategies for everyday stress or structured work on deeper traumatic patterns, she aims to build a plan that is personalized, results-focused, and grounded in respect for the individual’s experience.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
LGBTFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDependent personalityDissociationDivorce and separationDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismPanic disorder and panic attacksPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Existential Therapy Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Gottman Method Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Rachel May have?
Rachel May has 12 years of experience working in clinical settings, including significant experience in psychiatric hospitals.
Is Rachel May a licensed therapist?
Yes. Rachel May holds the credential LCSW, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker. Her license is TX LCSW 60889.
In which languages does Rachel May provide therapy?
Rachel May provides therapy in English.
Where is Rachel May located?
Rachel May is located in Texas.
How can I work with Rachel May as my therapist?
You can work with Rachel May through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Rachel May work with international clients?
Rachel May does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Rachel May cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic Approaches and Online Sessions
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify what matters most to them and learn practical ways to move toward those values despite difficult thoughts or feelings. It is useful for anxiety, stress, and life transitions when someone wants skills to live in line with their priorities rather than avoid discomfort.Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on how early relationship patterns shape current connections and emotional responses. By exploring attachment dynamics, this approach can help with intimacy issues, relationship conflict, grief, and patterns that repeat across relationships.
Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Rachel draws from these and other evidence-based methods to tailor a plan based on each client’s goals, strengths, and preferences. She works with clients to test strategies, adjust focus, and choose tools that feel practical and meaningful.
Online therapy offers flexibility to fit care into busy lives. Sessions by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging allow continuity of care from different locations and can make it easier to attend regularly. For many people, remote options increase accessibility, reduce travel time, and provide more ways to stay connected with a licensed professional between appointments.