Rachel Acosta Mena
Registered Clinical Social Worker Intern
Rachel is a dedicated therapist born and raised in La Havana, Cuba. Rachel has a passion for helping individuals, especially children, navigate their emotional and psychological challenges, earned a master's degree in mental health counseling from Carlos Albizu University. Rachel loves traveling and believes in the power of experiencing different cultures and environments.
Therapeutic Specialties
Autism / Aspergers, ADHD, Coping Skills, Self Esteem, Trauma - PTSD, Stress Management, Life Transitions, Daily Living Skills, Decreaase Tantrums, Self Care
What is important to you, for your client to feel, when working with you?
it is important to me for my client to feel safe and comfortable while in session. It is important to me for my clients to feel that I am holding the space for them and will do everything in my power to facilitate whatever progress for them.
Who do you believe you are for a client as they manage their problems?
As a therapist, I believe I am a compassionate guide and support as clients manage their problems. My goal is to be a trusted individual who listens with empathy to help clients get a deeper understanding of their challenges.
What drives your passion for seeing clients?
One thing that drives my passion is the impact therapy can make in an individual's life. To be a part of clients' healing and growth.
How do you believe clients "get better"?
Clients get better by making an effort and wanting to get better first, setting realistic goals, and achieving them in a healthy time frame for the client.
"Compassion is the wish to see others free from suffering." — Dalai Lama
Mental Health Department
Education
Keiser University - Bachelors of Arts in Psychology
Carlos Albizu University - Master in mental health counseling
Client Age Range
Children (2-6), Children (6-12), Teens (13-17)
Languages Spoken
English, Spanish
Personal Hobbies
When I'm not working I enjoy going out to try new restaurants, I am a foodie. I enjoy traveling and spending time with friends and family.