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Rachel Thornburg

Rachel Thornburg, LPC

Therapist in Idaho

Restoring confidence and calm

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5 years of experience listed

LPC professional credentials

English languages

  • Person-centered care
  • Skills-based tools
  • Trauma-aware approach

About Rachel

Rachel Thornburg is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) who helps people facing stress, anxiety, addiction, grief, and self-esteem challenges. She works with clients who are coping with trauma, relationship problems, ADHD, depression, and major life changes. Rachel aims to provide calm, steady support while people figure out practical next steps.

Rachel uses straightforward, person-focused care rather than one-size-fits-all fixes. Sessions center on the client’s priorities and move at a pace that feels manageable. She listens for what’s most important and helps people build skills for handling panic, anger, and overwhelming emotions.

Her approach blends client-centered conversations with tools from cognitive behavioral therapy and mindfulness. That combination is used to spot thought patterns, try small behavioral changes, and practice being present when feelings are intense. Emotionally-focused methods and principles from the Gottman Method inform work on relationship communication and emotional connection.

Rachel brings five years of clinical experience to her practice in Idaho. She explains concepts in clear language and focuses on doable strategies people can use between sessions. Clients often leave with concrete steps to reduce stress and improve daily routines.

Her work addresses a wide range of concerns including addiction recovery, compassion fatigue, parenting strain, and identity-related issues such as gender dysphoria. The goal is practical progress: clearer communication, steadier moods, and a stronger sense of self-worth.

How her approaches translate to online work

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and reflecting what matters most to the client. It helps people feel heard and decide on goals that fit their life. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at how thoughts influence feelings and behavior, and uses simple exercises to test and change unhelpful patterns. Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) concentrates on the emotions underneath relationship struggles and helps people shift how they respond to each other.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Rachel will talk with the client about goals and try methods that fit their needs and preferences. Together they will adjust techniques over time to find what feels most useful.

Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into busy days, reduce travel time, and allow for different kinds of check-ins like shorter conversations when schedules are tight. Many people find that regular online sessions help them keep momentum while working on stress, communication, and self-esteem goals.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyAddictionsRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseADHD

Also works with

LGBTFamily conflictsGriefParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemBipolar disorderDepressionCoping with life changesCompassion fatigue

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAutism and Asperger SyndromeBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureBody imageCodependencyCommunication problemsDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionFirst responder issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shamePanic disorder and panic attacksPhobiasPost-traumatic stressProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Self-loveSexual assault and abuseSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWorkplace issues

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)Gottman MethodMindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingSolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

5+ years

Credentials

Idaho

Languages

English

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does Rachel address?

She supports people dealing with stress, anxiety, addiction, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, ADHD, grief, parenting strain, self esteem, bipolar and depression among other concerns.

How would you describe her therapeutic style?

Her style is client-centered and compassionate, focusing on listening first and then using practical tools to help with emotions and behavior.

What background and experience does she have?

She has five years of experience working with a range of emotional and behavioral concerns, including panic, addiction recovery, and interpersonal communication challenges.

What credential does she hold and where is she based?

She is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and practices in Idaho.

Which languages are supported for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can international clients work with her?

She is not currently accepting international clients.

How much do sessions cost?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin working with Rachel?

Click the continue button on this profile, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.

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