What I treat

• Anxiety disorders: generalized anxiety, panic attacks, social anxiety, phobias, and health anxiety

• Stress-related concerns: chronic stress, burnout, life transitions, and work/school pressure

• Depression: major depressive disorder, persistent depressive symptoms, low mood, and loss of motivation

• PTSD and trauma-related symptoms: intrusive memories, hyperarousal, avoidance, and trauma-related distress

My approach

• Evidence-based therapies: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Trauma-Focused CBT, Prolonged Exposure, and other empirically supported methods tailored to your needs

• Personalized treatment plans: assessment-driven goals, measurable progress markers, and regular treatment reviews

• Skills-focused sessions: practical strategies for emotion regulation, distress tolerance, grounding, cognitive restructuring, exposure exercises, and relapse prevention

• Flexible virtual care: secure, HIPAA-compliant video and phone sessions that fit your schedule and location

• Collaborative care: coordination with primary care or psychiatric providers when appropriate, and support for medication management referrals if needed

What to expect

• Initial intake: a comprehensive assessment to clarify concerns, history, and treatment goals

• Structured sessions: focused, time-efficient therapy with homework and skill-building between sessions

• Progress measurement: routine symptom tracking and adjustments to therapy based on results

• Respectful, nonjudgmental care: culturally sensitive, trauma-informed clinician committed to safety and confidentiality

Who benefits

• Teens and adults struggling with persistent worry, panic, low mood, or trauma-related symptoms

• Individuals seeking flexible, effective care without commuting or clinic waits

• People who prefer the privacy and convenience of teletherapy

How to get started

• Contact Rap Teletherapy, PLLC to schedule an intake assessment

• Confirm insurance benefits or discuss self-pay options

• Begin virtual sessions from your preferred device in a private, comfortable space

If anxiety, stress, depression, or PTSD is affecting your daily life, evidence-based virtual counseling can help you regain control, build resilience, and move toward lasting recovery. Contact Rap Teletherapy, PLLC to schedule an appointment and begin a personalized treatment plan.

I bring a background grounded in classroom instruction and school guidance counseling, combined with lived experience supporting LGBTQIA+ individuals. My teaching career included designing age-appropriate lessons, managing diverse classroom dynamics, and creating safe, structured learning environments that prioritized emotional safety and academic growth. As a school guidance counselor, I conducted individual and group counseling, crisis intervention, college and career planning, and collaborated with teachers, families, and multidisciplinary teams to support students’ social-emotional development and academic success.

Working in schools required strong skills in assessment, individualized planning, behavior intervention, and documentation, along with an emphasis on confidentiality and ethical practice. I facilitated social skills groups, grief and loss support, and coping-skills workshops tailored to adolescents. I also provided referrals to community mental health resources and coordinated care for students with complex needs, including those experiencing trauma, anxiety, depression, or family conflict.

My lived experience with the LGBTQIA+ community informs my approach with empathy, cultural humility, and an understanding of the unique stressors this population faces—such as identity development, minority stress, family rejection, bullying, and challenges accessing affirming care. I have supported LGBTQIA+ youth and adults through identity exploration, coming-out processes, relationship and family dynamics, and navigating systems (schools, health care, and legal settings) that may be unaffirming or hostile.

Practically, this experience translates into clinical and educational strategies that are trauma-informed and client-centered: validating identities, using chosen names and pronouns, addressing safety and risk (including self-harm and suicidal ideation), developing coping and resilience skills, and assisting with social supports and community connection. I prioritize creating affirming spaces where clients can explore identity without judgment, build self-advocacy skills, and access resources—whether that means coordinating with school staff for accommodations (such as name/pronoun policies, restroom access, or anti-bullying plans) or linking adults with affirming medical and mental health providers.

In summary, my combined teaching and guidance counseling background equips me with skills in assessment, crisis response, developmental supports, and systems navigation; my lived experience with LGBTQIA+ individuals ensures culturally responsive, affirming care tailored to the particular needs of queer and trans clients across developmental stages.