Rachael Hudson, LPC
Licensed counselor for relationships and coping
- Stress and anxiety
- Couples and family
- Trauma and grief
About Rachael Hudson
Rachael Hudson is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in South Carolina with 10 years of clinical experience working with adolescents, adults, couples, and families. She provides individual and couples counseling for a broad range of concerns including anxiety, depression, relationship struggles, parenting challenges, addictions, career difficulties, ADHD, trauma, grief, and issues related to self-esteem and intimacy. Rachael explains her LPC credential as a licensed mental health professional qualified to assess and treat emotional and behavioral concerns.
Her clinical approach is warm, empathetic, and interactive, emphasizing collaboration and practical problem solving. She typically begins by exploring the current concern and what steps the client has already tried, then partners with the client to brainstorm and test new strategies. Rachael often uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and solution-focused techniques, while adapting her methods to fit each person’s needs and circumstances.
She pays attention to patterns in current and past experiences that can shed light on present difficulties, and she structures sessions to focus on concrete plans and measurable progress toward goals. Rachael’s primary aim is to meet clients where they are and work alongside them to identify realistic solutions and next steps. She also notes that while she has training and experience with addictions, she has not been specifically trained to treat sexual or pornography addictions and recommends seeking a clinician with specialized training for those concerns.
Her clinical approach is warm, empathetic, and interactive, emphasizing collaboration and practical problem solving. She typically begins by exploring the current concern and what steps the client has already tried, then partners with the client to brainstorm and test new strategies. Rachael often uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and solution-focused techniques, while adapting her methods to fit each person’s needs and circumstances.
She pays attention to patterns in current and past experiences that can shed light on present difficulties, and she structures sessions to focus on concrete plans and measurable progress toward goals. Rachael’s primary aim is to meet clients where they are and work alongside them to identify realistic solutions and next steps. She also notes that while she has training and experience with addictions, she has not been specifically trained to treat sexual or pornography addictions and recommends seeking a clinician with specialized training for those concerns.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
AddictionsFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesSleeping disordersAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigue
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCodependencyCommunication problemsControl issuesEmptinessFamily problemsGuilt and shameImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesPanic disorder and panic attacksSelf-loveTrichotillomaniaWomen's issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Existential Therapy Motivational Interviewing Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Rachael Hudson have?
Rachael Hudson has 10 years of experience.
Is Rachael Hudson a licensed therapist?
Yes, she holds the credential LPC. License details: SC LPC 6159.
In which languages does Rachael Hudson provide therapy?
Rachael provides therapy in English.
Where is Rachael Hudson located?
Rachael Hudson is located in South Carolina.
How can I work with Rachael Hudson as my therapist?
You can work with Rachael Hudson through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Rachael Hudson work with international clients?
Rachael Hudson does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Rachael Hudson cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic Approaches and Online Support
Rachael frequently draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help clients identify unhelpful thinking patterns and develop practical strategies to manage symptoms like anxiety, depression, and stress. CBT focuses on the connection between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and is useful for addressing mood concerns, coping skills, and actionable change.She also incorporates Attachment-Based principles to explore how early relationships and attachment patterns influence current relationship dynamics and emotional responses. This approach can be helpful for clients working on intimacy-related issues, relationship repair, and understanding patterns of closeness and avoidance.
Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Rachael works with each person to determine which methods best fit their needs, goals, and preferences, and she adapts treatment over time as progress and priorities evolve.
Online therapy options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, offering flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These formats allow clients to access licensed professionals and therapists from home or other convenient locations, making it easier to maintain continuity of care and integrate therapeutic work into busy lives.