Rachel Babiskin, MD, LCSW-C

Rachel Babiskin is a licensed therapist with 25 years of experience who brings a client-centered, motivational style to every counseling relationship. She emphasizes meeting people where they are in life and works collaboratively to help them develop practical skills that support change and improved well-being. Rachel uses a strengths-based, trauma-informed approach that focuses on identifying existing resources and building new coping skills to manage stress, anxiety, mood concerns, relationship challenges, and life transitions.

She places a high value on the therapeutic relationship, prioritizing a sense of being heard and respected while establishing a foundation of trust. Her method blends guidance with gentle challenge when it is therapeutically appropriate, supporting growth while honoring each person’s story and experience. Rachel has worked in a variety of settings, including schools, hospitals, and private practice, and has experience supporting young adults with mental health and co-occurring concerns.

Rachel holds both MD and LCSW-C credentials. MD stands for Doctor of Medicine and LCSW-C denotes Licensed Clinical Social Worker-Certified, a credential for clinical social work practice. She earned a bachelor’s degree in Family Studies and a master’s degree in Social Work from the University of Maryland. Her areas of expertise include relationship and family dynamics, parenting support, depression, anxiety, trauma and abuse, ADHD and executive functioning, grief, addictions, and personal development. Rachel aims to make therapy a constructive, motivating experience that helps people pursue a more fulfilling life.