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Kristi Rachal, LCSW

Informal, solution-focused therapy with accountability
  • CBT-based coping skills
  • Addictions and anger support
  • Military and family experience

About Kristi Rachal

Kristi Rachal is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), a master’s-level mental health professional trained to provide therapy and support for a wide range of concerns. With more than 20 years in practice, she brings experience from varied settings, including prisons, hospitals, private practice, home health, and hospice care.

Her background includes working with Veterans, active duty military members, and their families, as well as providing support related to sex offender treatment, anger management, addiction counseling, and LGBTQ+ issues. In private practice, she has worked with individuals, couples, and families, tailoring her work to the needs and goals of each client.

Kristi’s style is intentionally informal, with an emphasis on helping clients feel comfortable and at ease. She values accountability and keeps sessions oriented toward practical next steps. Using cognitive-behavioral techniques, she helps clients notice unhelpful thought patterns, build coping skills, and strengthen day-to-day emotional management so they can feel more in control of their thoughts and feelings.

Areas of Expertise

Also Specializes In

Stress, AnxietyLGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional Focus Areas

BDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureBlended family issuesCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommunication problemsControl issuesDivorce and separationDrug and alcohol addictionFamily problemsFirst responder issuesForgivenessHospice and end-of-life counselingInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesParanoiaPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsSelf-loveSexualityWomen's issues

Therapeutic Approach

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Mindfulness Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Kristi Rachal have?

Kristi Rachal has 23 years of experience providing therapy and support.

Is Kristi Rachal a licensed therapist?

Yes. Kristi Rachal is an LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker). She is licensed in Oregon (OR LCSW L15071) and Louisiana (LA LCSW 8246).

In which languages does Kristi Rachal provide therapy?

Kristi Rachal provides therapy in English.

Where is Kristi Rachal located?

Kristi Rachal is located in Louisiana.

How can I work with Kristi Rachal as my therapist?

You can work with Kristi Rachal through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, depending on what fits your needs and scheduling.

Does Kristi Rachal work with international clients?

No. Kristi Rachal does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Kristi Rachal cost?

The cost of therapy can vary based on factors like 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 pricing details, click the “Start Therapy” button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the “Start Therapy” button and complete a short questionnaire to help 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.

Practical Approaches, Flexible Online Support

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on the connection between thoughts, feelings, and actions. It helps clients identify patterns that keep them stuck and practice new ways of responding, which can be useful for concerns like stress, anxiety, depression, addiction-related struggles, and anger management.

Mindfulness Therapy emphasizes learning to notice thoughts and emotions without getting overwhelmed by them. By building present-moment awareness, clients can strengthen coping skills and create more space to choose how they respond, especially during periods of high stress or major life changes.

Solution-Focused Therapy keeps the work oriented toward goals, strengths, and practical next steps. Rather than spending all the time on what is wrong, sessions focus on what is working, what matters most, and what small changes can move life forward.

Finding the right approach is part of the process. Kristi Rachal works collaboratively, helping clients clarify their goals and preferences and then shaping sessions around what feels most helpful and sustainable.

Online therapy makes it easier to get support in a format that fits real life. Clients can meet by video calls or phone sessions, and can also use live chat or text-based messaging for added flexibility and continuity between sessions.

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