Rachel Holtz, LCSW
Rachel Holtz, LCSW

My approach

My practice is rooted in the belief that growth and reflection happen within a connected, safe, and supportive therapeutic relationship. I strive to create a space where you feel understood, accepted, and empowered to explore your experiences with curiosity and compassion.

I believe we all have an innate capacity for growth and healing. However, life experiences can sometimes leave us feeling disconnected from ourselves, our emotions, or our needs. While emotions can serve as important guides, many of us have learned to avoid, suppress, or disconnect from certain feelings. Over time, this can contribute to feeling anxious, overwhelmed, or stuck.

Together, we’ll notice patterns and make sense of the feelings and experiences that feel difficult to navigate. We’ll gently explore where your thoughts and emotions come from, how your past influences your present, and what it means to create a more connected relationship with yourself. Through this process, you can begin to feel more grounded, understood, and able to move through life with greater clarity and ease.

Education & training

Master’s in Social Work, Columbia University
Accelerated Experiential Dynamic Psychotherapy, Level III (in progress), AEDP Institute
Child Parent Psychotherapy, CPP Institute
Circle of Security Facilitator Training, Circle of Security International
Seminar In Field Instruction, Hunter University
Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Child Help Partnership
NY License #: 094372
CT License #: 13428