About Me
Rachel Baraks, LMHC
Sol Therapy, PLLC
Licensed in IA
Proudly rooted in the Quad Cities, I graduated from Western Illinois University QC with a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology and Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. As a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in Iowa, I've practiced in both school-based and agency non-profit settings. Throughout my career, my mission has centered around empowering children and teens to thrive by fostering emotional resilience, building healthy connections and nurturing their personal strengths.
Individual & Family Therapy
What is Therapy?
Therapy is a safe and confidential space where children and teens can explore and process their thoughts, feelings and challenges in life and cultivate essential skills, bolster resiliency, and develop a positive sense of self. Therapy is unique and often looks different for each child or teen.
What to expect during Therapy for children and teens?
Play is a child's language. Therapy for children is often focused on encouraging emotional expression through play and creative activities.
Therapy for teens is focused on giving them a safe space to explore and process their emotions. Teens may engage in play, art, or traditional talk therapy during sessions.
Offering in person and telehealth options
Areas of focus
- Early Childhood: Supporting the emotional development and well-being of our youngest members.
- Child and Adolescent Behavior Problems: Promoting growth and harmony for youth and families at home and school.
- ADHD: Providing strategies and support for those with attention and focus difficulties.
- Anxiety & Depression: Guiding individuals towards emotional well-being and resilience.
- Grief and Loss: Assisting in the healing process after difficult losses.
- Trauma: Helping clients overcome and heal from traumatic experiences.
- Autism Spectrum: Tailoring therapy to the unique needs of individuals on the spectrum.
- Parenting Issues: Offering effective strategies for parenting challenges.
- Divorce/Co-Parenting: Facilitating healthy transitions during difficult times.