Rachael Lustfeldt

Rachael Lustfeldt is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who helps people manage stress, anxiety, grief, depression, and major life changes. She presents a calm and steady presence for those taking a first step toward change. Her approach centers on what each person already knows about their life and strengths they can build on.

Rachael uses straightforward, practical methods in sessions. She prefers short, clear goals and small steps that feel doable between meetings. Conversations focus on what matters to the person now and how to move toward that life in manageable ways.

Her work draws on approaches such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, along with narrative and solution-focused techniques. These methods are used to help people notice unhelpful patterns, try new ways of thinking, and test small changes in daily life. She frames these techniques in plain language and links them to real problems like sleep disruption, persistent worry, or the pain of loss.

Rachael has years of experience working with adults facing caregiving stress, chronic health challenges, aging concerns, and the emotional fallout from trauma or loss. She emphasizes collaboration and respects each person's story as the starting point for change.

Sessions are held with an eye toward realistic plans a person can follow after the appointment. Rachael practices in Georgia and conducts therapy in English. If you want to begin, she asks people to complete a short matching questionnaire to find a good starting point.

How therapeutic approaches shape online care

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, often called ACT, focuses on helping a person notice thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them. It supports moving toward a values-driven life even when difficult emotions remain. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. It helps people try different thinking patterns and small behavior changes to reduce worry or improve mood.

Choosing the best approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will work with each person to match methods to their goals, concerns, and what feels most useful. That may mean blending ACT, CBT, narrative, or solution-focused techniques over time so the work fits real life needs.

Confirm the specific online session options before booking, since formats are not listed in the biography. In general, remote sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, allow quicker check-ins, and reduce travel time. Some formats also let people choose shorter or camera-free meetings when that helps them stay consistent. Licensed professionals use these methods to support change while keeping sessions practical and focused on everyday improvements.