Rachel Hedlund , LPC

Rachel Hedlund is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in Georgia with 12 years of clinical experience supporting people through a range of life challenges. She works with adults facing stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, low motivation, self-esteem and confidence concerns, depression, coping with life changes, parenting stress, anger, and ADHD, and offers additional focus for veterans and armed forces issues. Rachel centers her work on the belief that clients are the experts of their own stories and that existing strengths can be leveraged to address the difficulties that bring someone to therapy.

Her approach emphasizes collaboration and practical skill building to help clients move toward the goals they identify. Rachel acknowledges that beginning therapy can require courage and she affirms those who take that first step. She offers a supportive, respectful environment aimed at helping people find renewed resilience, clearer perspectives, and concrete strategies to manage symptoms and improve day-to-day functioning.

Evidence-Based Approaches and Flexible Online Care

Rachel uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques tailored to each person’s needs. She employs skills-based strategies to help manage stress and anxiety - practical tools that teach breathing, grounding, and thought-management skills to reduce overwhelm and improve daily functioning. She also incorporates trauma-informed approaches aimed at supporting people who have experienced abuse or other traumatic events - the work focuses on safety, pacing, and building coping resources rather than forcing rapid change. Rachel integrates a strengths-based perspective that recognizes clients’ existing abilities and priorities and uses those strengths as a foundation for growth and resilience.

Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the collaborative process. Rachel works with clients to clarify goals, explore what feels most helpful, and adjust techniques over time so the plan aligns with each person’s preferences and circumstances. This allows therapy to be responsive and individualized.

Online therapy with Rachel is designed for accessibility and convenience. Sessions are available by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging, offering flexibility for different schedules and needs. These options make it easier for people in Georgia and internationally to engage in regular care without extensive travel, and they allow continuation of therapy through life’s transitions.