Business Details
24 Years
experience
Licensed Psychologist in Santa Monica
With over 25 years of experience as a licensed clinical psychologist, I specialize in helping adults navigate anxiety, depression, and major life transitions. My practice is grounded in evidence-based techniques like cognitive behavioral therapy and mindfulness, offering a supportive, collaborative environment where clients feel heard and equipped to create meaningful change. I hold a Doctor of Clinical Psychology from the California School of Professional Psychology and have dedicated my career to addressing mental health challenges through personalized therapeutic approaches.My expertise extends to maternal mental health, supporting women through pregnancy and postpartum transitions, while also addressing relationship dynamics and parenting challenges. I prioritize creating a safe space for clients to explore their unique needs, whether through in-person or virtual sessions, and maintain ethical standards of confidentiality and care.
Services
Anxiety Treatment
Depression Therapy
Maternal Mental Health
Relationship Counseling
Parenting Support
Virtual Therapy
Mindfulness Training
CBT Techniques
Stress Management
Life Transition Coaching
Details
- Year established: 2002
Highlights and features
- We have over 25 years of clinical psychology experience.
- Our approach combines evidence-based CBT and mindfulness techniques.
- Specialized focus on maternal mental health and parenting support.
- Offer both in-person and virtual therapy sessions.
- Ethical commitment to personalized, non-judgmental care.
What people say
Felt safe revealing real issues
Empathetic and encouraging approach
Positive experience identifying issues quickly
Services
Anxiety Treatment
Specialized therapy for anxiety disorders using cognitive behavioral techniques and mindfulness practices. Addresses chronic worry, panic attacks, and social anxiety through personalized coping strategies. Helps clients develop long-term resilience against anxiety triggers.
Depression Therapy
Compassionate treatment for depression focusing on cognitive restructuring and behavioral activation. Combines evidence-based approaches with emotional support to address root causes and build daily coping mechanisms for improved mood stability.
Maternal Mental Health
Specialized support for women during pregnancy and postpartum transitions. Addresses perinatal mood disorders, parenting stress, and trauma processing while providing practical self-care strategies for new mothers.
Relationship Counseling
Attachment-focused therapy to improve interpersonal relationships. Helps clients understand relationship patterns, develop healthier communication skills, and build more fulfilling connections with family and partners.
Parenting Support
Guidance for parents navigating child-rearing challenges. Focuses on stress reduction, boundary setting, and cultivating positive parent-child relationships through compassionate, evidence-based parenting strategies.
People
Rachel Lauber
Licensed Psychologist
Licensed psychologist in Santa Monica with 25+ years of experience treating anxiety, depression, and life transitions. Specializes in maternal mental health and evidence-based therapies like CBT and mindfulness.
Questions
How do I start therapy sessions?
Contact via email or phone to check availability. We'll schedule a phone consultation to discuss your needs before booking the first session.
Are virtual therapy sessions available?
Yes, secure virtual sessions are available for California residents through encrypted platforms.
What are your session rates?
Initial session $285, follow-up sessions $250. Limited reduced rates available based on financial need.
Do you accept insurance?
In-network with most Aetna plans. For other insurers, I provide superbills for out-of-network reimbursement.
What therapeutic approaches do you use?
Primarily cognitive behavioral therapy and mindfulness techniques, tailored to each client's specific needs and goals.
