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Helping adult women and men manage anxious thoughts, find more balance in life, and cultivate relationship health is my therapeutic speciality. Providing a down to earth space to work through relationship struggles, increase self-confidence, and feel more connected with who you are are pillars of my counseling practice and I am excited to help you!
Please e-mail or call 757-739-6771 or 310-845-6268 for current new client availability and scheduling.
Hi! I’m Rachel Ann.
Since 2005, I’ve worked in the mental health field in some capacity (you name it, I’ve most likely worked in that setting-I’ve been on a quest to gain as much experience as possible in this field!) and I haven’t ever looked back. In addition to being passionate about the field of psychology and providing traditional counseling work, I offer forensic mental health evaluations for private cases and contract with various agencies on a case by case basis.
Personally, I am a creative through and through and resonate deeply with the healing act of being creative and flexing this part of your brain. In practicing the work life balance I am so fond of helping others achieve, I am an avid clothing sewist, paint oil and acrylic pieces, and spend as much time as possible outdoors with my husband and hiking with friends.
Originally from the beautiful Gulf Coast of Florida, I am licensed to practice at the independent level in Florida, Virginia (my love for the East Coast is strong after living there for 8 years!), and California, where I currently reside. I received my undergraduate and graduate degrees in Psychology and also hold board certification as a forensic mental health evaluator, forensic psychometrist, and certification as a forensic neuroscience informed practitioner.
Therapy style and approach
I strongly believe in the power of our thoughts, words, and self-expression. My clinical approach is rooted in the powerful experience of traditional talk therapy and cognitive behaviorist approach. My therapeutic approach works best with individuals who are ready to explore and get to know themselves better, discuss what you want out of life, and are ready to set goals and take positive action towards meeting goals.
In providing a down to earth and authentic space for us to have open therapeutic dialogue, I’m able to help you recognize (and change!) negative self-talk, heal from difficult past experiences, increase assertive communication, better manage anxious thoughts, and increase self confidence (all areas of my clinical expertise).
The main therapeutic theories and modalities I subscribe to are:
Personal beliefs that are also my professional beliefs
I believe all people possess internal strength and fortitude. Unhealthy relationships, difficult experiences in life, and messaging received along the way can cause you to lose sight of these inherent strengths. My hope with all clients I meet with is to help you reconnect with these internal strengths, know who you are at a core level, and feel empowered to live *your definition* of a fulfilling life. Life can be very unpredictable (and difficult!) but if your perspective and sense of identity are in a healthy place, you have the tools to face challenges, and you’re motivated to feel better, then change can occur.
Over the course of my work in the mental health field, I’ve had the pleasure of working with a variety of wonderful people experiencing a range of different symptoms and life difficulties that were negatively impacting their mental health. From working with individuals with severe and persistent mental illness in the psychiatric hospital setting, providing crisis intervention and behavioral health assessments in the emergency department setting, and owning my practice since 2017, no topic is off limits.
Professional experience includes:
I have a deep passion for writing and have been a contributor to local and national publications (links to a few articles below). I have also had the opportunity to hold community trainings and be a part of guest interviews in a variety of forums.
My love of writing propelled me forward in authoring my women’s wellness self-help book entitled Live. Learn. Love. Real-talk tips for the woman who is ready to be her best self . I am excited to share this relatable wellness book with you and used my same practical approach to counseling to create take action assignments and tips all throughout the book!
Featured articles:
Psych Central on Narcissistic Traits versus Narcissistic Personality Disorder
UpJourney on What is Gaslighting?
Medium Interview: Practical Tips for Practicing Self-Love
Psychology Today on 8 Ways to wake up happier
Bustle Article on High Potential Personalities
Thriveworks on Can divorce cause PTSD?
Bustle Article on Cheating and Infidelity
Prevention.com article on Boosting Productivity
Bustle article on 13 Signs you may be in a verbally abusive relationship-and not know it
Bustle article on 7 Things that only happen when you’re in an emotionally abusive relationship
Your Natural Guide VA Beach Local publication on Reconnecting with yourself
Rachel Ann Dine is a Board Certified Forensic Mental Health Evaluator and a Certified Forensic Psychometrist. As a subset of her practice, offers Forensic Mental Health Evaluations.
Please call 757-739-6771 or e-mail my practice to schedule an appointment for a forensic evaluation. Rates provided upon request. Must be physically located in Virginia for forensic evaluation services.
Please call 757-739-6771, 310-845-6268, or e-mail hello@humanitascounseling.org to connect with Rachel Ann Dine regarding mental health counseling.
Current clients, please click link to calendar here to see availability as calendar is updated frequently or e-mail hello@humanitascounseling.org for scheduling assistance.
Humanitas Counseling and Consulting
Call: 757-739-6771
E-mail: hello@humanitascounseling.org
Available Online to Clients in Virginia & California