Rachael Sholar

Compassionate, practical support for life changes

LCSW Kentucky

Experience: 4 years in practice
Focus areas: Stress, Anxiety, Addictions, Trauma and abuse
Approaches: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing
Languages: English

About Rachael

Rachael Sholar is a licensed clinical social worker based in Kentucky who supports people coping with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, and addiction. She also focuses on concerns related to adoption and foster care, drug and alcohol addiction, postpartum depression, pregnancy and childbirth, and seasonal affective disorder.

Background and approach

Rachael emphasizes working with whole people rather than labels, and she acknowledges the courage it takes to begin therapy. Her style is warm and personable; she aims to be genuine in sessions and balances empathy with practical support.

Rachael draws on evidence-based methods, often using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help clients see how thoughts, feelings, and behaviors interact and to build usable coping skills. She also integrates motivational interviewing to support change and strengthen commitment when addressing addictive behaviors.

Rachael describes herself as open to blending faith into therapy when that is desired by the client, and she works at a pace that feels manageable. New clients can expect a collaborative process that focuses on concrete tools, realistic goals, and steady progress toward the changes they want to make.

How therapy approaches translate to online care

Rachael frequently uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, which helps people identify unhelpful thinking patterns and develop practical skills to change emotional and behavioral responses. This approach is often applied to anxiety, depression, and stress to create clear, actionable steps.

She also draws on motivational interviewing, a collaborative style that explores ambivalence and strengthens a person’s own reasons for change. This method can be particularly useful when addressing addictions or building motivation for new routines.

Choosing the right therapeutic approach is a collaborative process. Rachael works with clients to identify goals, preferences, and what feels most helpful, and she adjusts methods as needed so the work fits each person’s needs and pace.

Online therapy options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, which offer flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These formats make it easier to maintain regular sessions, practice skills between meetings, and access care from home or other convenient locations.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Rachael commonly address?

She works with stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, self esteem, and depression, and also focuses on adoption and foster care, drug and alcohol addiction, postpartum depression, pregnancy and childbirth, and seasonal affective disorder.

How would you describe her therapeutic approach?

Rachael uses a compassionate, evidence-based style that balances empathy with practical tools; she often applies Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and motivational interviewing techniques in sessions.

How much clinical experience does she have?

She has four years of professional experience as a practicing clinician.

What are her credentials and where is she based?

Rachael holds the LCSW credential and is licensed in Kentucky with licence number KY LCSW 259697.

Does she provide services in other languages or to international clients?

Sessions are offered in English, and she is not currently accepting international clients.

What session formats are available?

Clients may meet through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging depending on preference and availability.

How is cost handled for sessions?

Cost varies based on location and therapist availability, and sessions are delivered through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

What are the steps to begin working with her?

To get started, select the Start Therapy button, complete a brief matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to therapist availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, Anxiety Addictions Trauma and abuse Self esteem Depression

Additional focus areas

Adoption and foster careDrug and alcohol addictionPostpartum depressionPregnancy and childbirthSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)

Therapeutic approaches

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Motivational Interviewing

Experience

4+ years

Licensed

Kentucky

Languages

English