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Rachael Mooney, LISW-CP, LCSW, CSW

Compassionate social worker for stress and trauma
  • Children and adolescents
  • Stress and anxiety
  • Trauma and recovery

About Rachael Mooney

Rachael Mooney is a licensed social worker practicing in South Carolina and Georgia with four years of professional experience supporting children, adolescents, and adults through a range of life challenges. She earned a Master of Social Work from The University of Georgia and has focused her career on helping people navigate stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, self-esteem concerns, and major life transitions.

She holds credentials including LISW-CP (Licensed Independent Social Worker - Clinical Practice), LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker), and CSW (a social work credential), with license numbers SC LISW-CP 18164 and GA LCSW CSW009323. Rachael also works with related issues such as attachment difficulties, body image, caregiver stress, communication problems, control issues, eating and food-related concerns, guilt and shame, impulsivity, isolation and loneliness, obsessive and compulsive behaviors, panic disorder, post-traumatic stress, and seasonal affective disorder.

Her therapeutic approach is warm, interactive, and collaborative, emphasizing respect, empathy, and tailored treatment planning. She draws from client-centered methods, cognitive behavioral techniques, dialectical strategies, existential reflection, and mindfulness practices to create individualized plans that align with each person’s goals. Rachael is committed to helping people build more fulfilling and meaningful lives. She is not currently accepting clients.

Areas of Expertise

Additional Focus Areas

Attachment issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressCommunication problemsControl issuesEating and food-related issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPost-traumatic stressSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Existential Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Rachael Mooney have?

Rachael Mooney has four years of professional experience.

Is Rachael Mooney a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds LISW-CP (Licensed Independent Social Worker - Clinical Practice), LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker), and CSW (a social work credential). License details are SC LISW-CP 18164 and GA LCSW CSW009323.

In which languages does Rachael Mooney provide therapy?

Rachael Mooney provides therapy in English.

Where is Rachael Mooney located?

Rachael Mooney is located in South Carolina.

How can I work with Rachael Mooney as my therapist?

You can work with Rachael Mooney through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Rachael Mooney work with international clients?

Rachael Mooney does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Rachael Mooney 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, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. 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 Care

Client-centered therapy focuses on building a supportive, nonjudgmental relationship where the person’s own goals guide the work. This approach is helpful for improving self-esteem, processing life transitions, and strengthening decision making. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, helps identify and shift unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviors, which can reduce symptoms of anxiety, depression, and panic. Dialectical Behavior Therapy, or DBT, offers practical skills in emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness to address intense emotions, impulsivity, and relationship challenges.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Rachael works collaboratively with clients and licensed professionals to determine which techniques and combinations best fit a person’s needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting the plan as progress unfolds.

Online therapy via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging provides flexibility to fit therapy into busy schedules and to continue care across distances. These options can make regular sessions more accessible, allow for varied communication styles, and support continuity of care while clients apply new skills in their daily lives.

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