Hi, I’m Rachael. I’ve been through this myself, so I know how confusing so much of it is, and how little platitudes help. What you need is someone who understands the experience and can help you make sense of it. That’s the therapist I try to be.
I’ve been practicing for nearly twenty years, and much of my work has focused on women’s issues, anxiety and depression, perfectionism, and ADHD. I started Infertility Support of California to fill a gap I saw firsthand: therapy for fertility struggles that’s practical, educational, and actually useful.
I’m certified in reproductive mental health through the American Society for Reproductive Medicine and fully trained in perinatal mental health through Postpartum Support International. I’ve also trained in:
- Emotionally Focused Therapy for Individuals
- Emotionally Focused Therapy for Infertility
- Cognitive Processing Therapy for Trauma
- Working with Termination for Medical Reasons (TFMR)
I work from an attachment lens. I pay attention to how early relationships, past losses, and trauma shape the way you’re responding to what’s happening now. We’ll look at those patterns without getting lost in them, and I’ll give you practical tools you can use the next time anxiety or overwhelm hits.
My style is directive and collaborative. I’ll tell you what I’m noticing and suggest a direction, and you’ll tell me what fits. I’m relatable and human in the room, and therapy with me shouldn’t feel intimidating. I want you to leave understanding more about what’s happening to you, and feeling more able to decide what comes next.
For information on my general therapy practice, visit www.rachaelbloomtherapy.com.