Rachel Jones, LCPC, LPC

Rachel Jones invites people who are ready to take a thoughtful step toward better mental health. She has worked as a Licensed Professional Counselor for 18 years, combining evidence-based and person-centered methods to help with depression, anxiety, grief, and major life transitions. Her practice draws on an eclectic mix of approaches - including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution-Focused techniques, Rational Emotive methods, Person-Centered work, and brief focused therapy - to tailor support to each person’s needs.

Her clinical background began with a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Missouri Western State University, where she originally studied music and played in the marching band, and continued with a Master of Science in Psychology from the University of Central Missouri. Early roles included counseling urban youth with substance abuse concerns and many years supporting adults with addiction. She later developed behavior modification skills while working with youth and families in Hawaii, and supported displaced workers at Metropolitan Community College as they prepared to re-enter the workforce. She has maintained a private practice for six years assisting people through grief, anxiety, and life changes.

Outside of her professional work she enjoys nature walks, hiking, snorkeling, exploring new cultures, playing piano and flute, singing, dancing, and game nights. She is close with her twin sister and their family, and shares her home with two beloved cats, Bob and Precious. Rachel holds the credentials LCPC and LPC, which indicate state licensure to practice professional counseling. She is not trained in trauma treatment, and her licenses prevent her from working with individuals who have experienced trauma, even if trauma is not the presenting concern.

Therapeutic approaches and online support

Rachel Jones integrates Client-Centered Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to offer practical and empathetic online care. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on a respectful, nonjudgmental relationship where the therapist follows the client’s lead to explore values, goals, and personal strengths - it is often helpful for issues like self-esteem, life purpose, and navigating relationship challenges. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) targets the connection between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors by teaching specific skills for managing anxiety, panic, phobias, and stress-related patterns.

Finding the best approach is part of the therapeutic process. Rachel collaborates with each person to identify goals, preferences, and what feels most helpful, adjusting methods as progress unfolds so treatment remains responsive and practical.

Online sessions are offered by licensed professionals through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, providing flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier to fit therapy into daily life, maintain consistency during transitions, and access support from home or while traveling, all while allowing therapists to tailor the format to the client’s needs.