Rachel Pires, LCSW, RYT
(she/her)
About Me
I work with growth-minded leaders, healers and therapists to heal past hurts, find safety and connection, get unstuck, and uncover the wealth of untapped potential lying within. I offer both weekly extended EMDR sessions (75 to 90 minutes in length) and Healing Intensives - 3 hour to multiple day intensive sessions. I also offer Ketamine-Assisted EMDR sessions. This novel treatment approach utilizes a small amount of sublingual ketamine(self-administered by the client) during an EMDR reprocessing session to facilitate the adaptive resolution of traumatic memories. Rates: $375 Initial Appointment (90 Mins); $225 for 60 Mins. Healing Intensive Rates range from $225 to $250/Hour. ***Accepting New Clients. NOTE: I do not accept insurance, but can provide you with a Superbill if you have out-of-network benefit coverage. Serving as a therapist, a guide, a mentor, and advocate, my time and energy is invested in our work together. Together we will identify your unique strengths, understand and have compassion for the parts of us that are working to navigate past hurts that show up in present day relationships. My approach is to work with my clients’ inherent ability to heal through the head (mind) and the heart (body). We focus on tending to the nervous system, tapping into our strengths and embracing our vulnerabilities so that we can live full, authentic, and purposeful lives. EMDR Therapy is a framework in my counseling, not merely an intervention. I would be honored to discuss your needs further and explore how we can work together to support your well-being. I want to ensure that you find the right fit for your therapeutic journey. I offer a complimentary 20 minute initial consultation for all prospective clients.
Education & Experience
I am Certified in EMDR and a Consultant-In-Training with Beyond Healing Institute. Advanced trainings in polyvagal theory, attachment theory and neurobiology, ego state work, focusing, body dreaming psychotherapy, Jungian Psychology, Humanistic psychology, spirituality, and somatic psychology. Psychedelic trainings and certifications with: Journey Clinical - KAP therapist, Starlight Psychedelics - KAP therapist, Ketamine-Assisted EMDR Therapy Institute, MAPS psychedelic fundamentals course. Education: Masters Degree in Social Work, New York University. Post-Graduate Education & Certifications: Consultant-In-Training EMDR (to be completed June 2025); Registered Yoga and Meditation Teacher; Mind-Body Facilitator, Center for Mind-Body; EMDR Certification May 2024 with Beyond Healing Institute; Somatic Integration Processing, Beyond Healing Institute Nov 2023; Body In Mind Training, Beyond Healing Institute March 2024; Sound Healing Practitioner. Through these experiences, I've build a strong foundation in meditation and mindfulness, with a decade plus of experience as a clinician, coach, yoga and meditation practitioner and executive leader in the human services industry. Founder and owner of Head and Heart Collective, a private practice in South Florida that specializes in somatic and holistic therapies for adults as well as provides consultation and professional development experiences for Therapists & Healers.
Professional & Volunteer Affiliations
I volunteer at various local non-profits here in South Florida. EMDRIA Member
Specialty Area
- Anxiety/Panic Attacks
- Birth Trauma/Pregnancy Loss
- Chronic Illness/Medical Issues
- Depression
- Grief/Loss/Mourning
- Marriage/Relationship Issues
- Performance Enhancement
- Phobias
- Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
- Somatic Issues
- Spirituality
- Stress Management
- Traumatic Incident
Population Served
- Adults
- Group
Language
- English
Insurance
- Does Not Accept Insurance