Start with hello.
Request a free 15-minute consultation. Ask questions and see how it feels to connect.
YOUR STORY IS STILL UNFOLDING
A little space
to find your way.
Therapy begins with a human connection.
A place to feel heard, get curious, and take your next step.
MAKE A LITTLE ROOM FOR…
You can take this at your own pace.
THERAPY HAPPENS · CALIFORNIALET CURIOSITY LEAD ↓
01 / START WHERE YOU ARE
Find your
starting point.
What’s calling for a little attention? Choose a starting point and explore what support could look like.
INDIVIDUAL THERAPY
A little less noise.
A little more you.
When life feels crowded with expectations, therapy can offer space to notice your own needs, understand patterns, and explore a different way forward.
- Make sense of what you’re feeling
- Explore boundaries and everyday coping
- Clarify what matters to you
A QUESTION TO SIT WITH
Explore a reflection card ↗Explore this with Rachel ↗Where in your day do you most wish you had a little breathing room?
A way to explore, not an assessment. Your selections stay on this page and are not sent to the practice.
02 / THE PERSON BESIDE YOU
Meet Rachel.
Come as you are.
Rachel Cleveland is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist supporting clients through anxiety, burnout, relationship challenges, trauma, and life transitions.
Her approach is collaborative, person-centered, and trauma-informed, drawing on Art Therapy training and DBT practices. Together, you can explore patterns, make room for emotions, and build practical skills.
Background & education +
CA LMFT #136888
Master’s studies in Marriage & Family Therapy and Art Therapy
Notre Dame de Namur University
BA in Art History & Art Education, with an emphasis on Psychology
San Francisco State University
WELCOME VIDEO · COMING SOONA hello
A hello
from Rachel.
A short introduction to the person behind Therapy Happens.
03 / A WAY FORWARD, TOGETHER
Small steps.
More room to be you.
Therapy can help you understand patterns, express what matters, and build everyday coping skills. Your pace and priorities guide the work.
Make room for your story.
Talk through what brings you here and what you’d like to feel different.
Find your next step.
Explore tools and new ways of responding, with space to reflect and adjust together.
Progress is personal, and outcomes vary.
04 / BEFORE YOU BEGIN
A few things you
might wonder.
Do I need to know what to say?+
No. You can begin by saying what has been on your mind, what feels difficult, or simply that you’re unsure where to start.
What services can I ask about?+
Individual therapy, couples counseling, family therapy, Mindfulness Art Meditation, and Personal Concierge Therapy are listed by the practice. Ask Rachel which offering fits your needs.
What does concierge therapy mean?+
Therapy Happens describes its concierge approach as personalized care. Ask Rachel what it includes, how scheduling works, and what communication is available between sessions.
What are the fees and insurance options?+
Contact Rachel for current fees, session length, payment options, and insurance or reimbursement details before scheduling.
Are sessions online or in person?+
Rachel offers secure, HIPAA-compliant video sessions for clients throughout California. Ask about current availability during your complimentary consultation.
How do I know if it’s a good fit?+
Ask questions about experience, approach, credentials, and goals. You should have space to discuss concerns and decide whether the relationship feels right for you.
YOUR NEXT CHAPTER CAN START WITH HELLO.
Let’s start with hello.
A complimentary 15-minute conversation to ask questions
and see whether you’re a good fit.
View available times and request an appointment through SimplePractice. For a complimentary consultation, select that option if listed or contact Rachel.
View available appointments ↗
Rachel confirms appointment requests through SimplePractice.
Online therapy throughout California. Please keep email inquiries brief and avoid sensitive health information.
Contacting the practice does not establish a therapeutic relationship. This site is not monitored for emergencies.