All services are offered online throughout California, with Brainspotting Intensives also available in person in Far Northern California.
I help individuals, couples, families, developing therapists, and immigrants create meaningful personal and professional transformation. Through Brainspotting, DBT Skills, Attachment-based approaches, Clinical Supervision, and high-quality psychological evaluations for immigration cases, my services are crafted to meet you where you are and guide you toward the next level of healing, clarity, and growth.
Therapy, Intensives, Clinical Supervision & Psychological Evaluations — all designed to foster deep, rapid, lasting change.
Transformative Support for Every Stage of Your Journey
this what im most passionate about
Strengthens connection and safety through attachment-based work
Builds emotional regulation and communication skills through DBT
Blends Brainspotting for deep, subconscious processing and breakthroughs
Supports healing from trauma, anxiety, depression, and long-standing emotional patterns
Weekly therapy blends Brainspotting, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) Skills, and Attachment-based approaches to support individuals, couples, and families. This integrated process helps clients heal from trauma, strengthen emotional regulation skills, and build healthier relationship patterns. I adapt the structure of sessions collaboratively, depending on your goals, history, and capacity.
In weekly therapy, Brainspotting can be combined with DBT Skills and attachment work to promote deep healing and expansion. Adults may alternate between Brainspotting and DBT Skills week to week, while couples and families may engage in a mix of conjoint Brainspotting sessions, parent-child work, and parent coaching designed to support behavior change across the whole system.
$180 per 50-minute session
WEEKLY THERAPY PROVIDES A CONSISTENT, INTEGRATED APPROACH TO HEALING USING BRAINSPOTTING, DBT SKILLS, AND ATTACHMENT-BASED WORK.
Weekly Therapy
Ideal when you want transformation now, not over months of weekly sessions
Supports growth in performance, creativity, organization, and self-belief
Creates space for clarity, calm, confidence, and rapid emotional breakthroughs
Helps process and release the effects of trauma, anxiety, depression, and survival responses
These focused sessions use relevant eye position and somatic awareness to access and release the effects of trauma and adversity on a deep, subconscious level. Many clients experience profound shifts, renewed clarity, and relief that continues long after the session ends.
Brainspotting Intensives offer a powerful, accelerated path to healing when weekly therapy isn’t enough or isn’t convenient.
Brainspotting Intensives
Custom Packages Available
Misty Lee Barnett, LCSW
Therapist Colleague
I have had the honor of working with Rachel Chavez, LCSW, PPS since 2015… We collaborated closely through group supervision, trainings, and work with parents and children. Rachel was always approachable and able to problem-solve for her clients, while supporting other therapists in accomplishing their goals.
"Rachel was always approachable and able to problem-solve for her clients"
Michaele Brown, LCSW
Former Supervisor
Rachel leads with kindness and compassion while supporting the clients she serves to meet their therapeutic goals. I would highly recommend Rachel Chavez LCSW, PPS to anyone seeking therapeutic services.
"I highly recommend her to anyone seeking therapeutic services."
Jeannie Jacobs, LCSW
Clinical Consultant & Former Supervisor
When I think about therapists and supervisors who are client centered, culturally aware and supportive, I think of Rachel.
"She is my go to person for supervision or client referrals."
Joann Ikeh, LMFT
Former Supervisor
What stood out most in her work with queer clients was her advocacy, affirming, and inclusive approach rooted in genuine care and cultural humility. Rachel created space for clients to explore identity, relationships, and mental health with safety and dignity.
"She brings a rare combination of warmth, insight, and professionalism that makes a lasting impact."
Misty Lee Barnett, LCSW,
Clinical Supervisor Colleague
Her ability to notice details and stay focused shines! She was able to apply for a grant to ensure her staff were provided with some of the best training in our field.
"Rachel stands out as a leader who understands and practices the values of Social Work and support others to self-efficacy."
Tiffany Chapman, LPC-IT, CSAC
Therapist Colleague
Before Brainspotting with Rachel, I felt overwhelmed by emotions, physical pain, and difficulty focusing… With her support, I have relieved chronic pain, improved focus, and moved past trauma that held me back from achieving larger goals.
"Rachel consistently provides empathetic understanding, person-centered care, and a calm, confident presence."
McKenna Vietti, AMFT
Former Supervisee
Rachel was my clinical supervisor during my practicum. Rachel was always incredibly supportive, gentle in her approach yet possessed a strength and security I aim to have as a therapist
"From the moment I met Rachel, I felt a warmth and safety that put me at ease."
Michaele Brown, LCSW
Clinical Supervisor Colleague
I would highly recommend Rachel Chavez LCSW, PPS to anyone seeking therapeutic services or clinical supervision.
"As clinical supervisor Rachel demonstrates wisdom and grace."
Crystal Coates, AMFT
Former Supervisee
As a supervisor, Rachel provides a safe space for the supervisee to learn, grow, and ask questions. She is knowledgeable, detail oriented, and timely in communication.
"I consider it a privilege to have been able to work with her as a supervisee."
Adam Ludlow, AMFT
Former Supervisee
A standout aspect was the care and preparation that went into each supervision session. Rachel showed me what "doing your homework" can do not only for supervisees and clients; but overall professional and personal development. It's something I will take from this experience to help me become the best possible therapist I can be.
"Rachel sets a high bar for quality clinical supervision."
Lance Jacobs, APCC,
Former Supervisee
I love the way she sees the relationship between what we as therapists bring to the therapeutic process while keeping the clients needs front and center. I take copious notes when I'm in Supervision sessions with Rachel and find myself often pulling up content she's shared with me when I'm with clients.
"An invaluable resource for me in my own professional development as a therapist."
Erika Rosales-Shelfo
Immigration Consultant Colleague
As the owner of E.R.S. Immigration Services, I solely refer my clients to Rachel Chavez, due to her unwavering commitment and professionalism to providing both therapy and evaluations for children, adolescents, and adults. Rachel holds my exclusive support given her immense care for her patients.
"Her exceedingly insightful evaluations in support of immigration cases are the best in the field."
Misty Lee Barnett, LCSW
Therapist Colleague
I recommend Rachel Chavez because of her consistent professionalism and determination in our field. She stands out as someone that wants to make the world a better place!
"Rachel has been able to provide immigration evaluations; which is one of her dearest passions!"
Michaele Brown, LCSW
Therapist Colleague
Rachel is committed to providing culturally competent client driven services including support for those seeking assistance with immigration issues and complex trauma. She uses her strong clinical skills which include Brainspotting as well as bilingual abilities to serve and advocate for individuals who might not otherwise have a voice.
"She is a dedicated bilingual therapist fluent in English and Spanish"
Joann Ikeh, LMFT
Therapist Colleague
Rachel is able to help you recover from the effects of trauma and complete psychological evaluations to support immigration cases.
"Rachel is an incredible therapist working with children and immigrants who have experienced trauma."
Sarah McCutcheon, AMFT
She provided outstanding guidance and teaching that encouraged tremendous growth in my development as an AMFT. She was consistent with her schedule, provided prompt
feedback, and always sought out answers to pressing questions.
"I recommend Rachel
to anyone looking for the highest quality clinical supervision."
Lillian Castro, LMFT
Therapist Colleague
Ofrece una variedad de servicios desde terapia e evaluaciones para casos de inmigración. Recomiendo a Rachel a cualquiera buscando apoyo.
"Rachel es una terapeuta maravillosa con años de experiencia."
Tiffany Chapman, LPC-IT, CSAC
Therapist Colleague
The Brainspotting Intensive has been life changing for me. I am truly grateful for the amazing gift Rachel has provided me through this Intensive and excited for the new goals I will be able to achieve in the future because of the healing that Rachel provided.
"Once I engaged in the Brainspotting Intensive I found an entirely new level of personal transformation"
Receive guidance in navigating countertransference, systems work, and complex cases
Develop mastery in clinical documentation without overwhelm
Build a strong legal and ethical foundation for competent clinical practice
Gain clarity and confidence in assessment, diagnosis, and intervention skills
All of my supervision is offered online for maximum convenience. My sessions are typically triadic—two supervisees together with me—which creates a supportive mini-group environment where learning, reflection, and collaboration naturally unfold. My warm, structured, and person-centered supervisory style prioritizes your clinical needs while integrating education, ethical grounding, and self-reflective practice.
My work is deeply informed by my background in treating complex trauma, DBT Skills, systems work, attachment-based approaches, and my ongoing consultation with child development and therapy expert Jeannie Jacobs, LCSW. Supervisees consistently describe me as supportive, diligent, knowledgeable, and attuned—someone who helps them grow into confident, ethical, and socially aware clinicians.
$150 per 60-minute session
CLINICAL SUPERVISION SUPPORTS DEVELOPING THERAPISTS IN FINDING THEIR VOICE, BUILDING CONFIDENCE, AND GAINING THE EXPERIENCE NEEDED FOR LICENSURE.
Clinical Supervision
Ideal for ASWs, AMFTs, APCCs, MFT Trainees, Social Work Student Interns and PPS Students seeking supportive, anti-oppressive supervision
In-depth evaluations for Extreme Hardship, VAWA, U-Visa, and Asylum cases
Warm, culturally aware interviewing that centers your lived experience
Clear, well-supported forensic evaluations for court
Comprehensive assessment of emotional, relational, and trauma-related impacts
I specialize in clinical evaluations for immigration cases, bringing warmth, cultural awareness, and deep respect to every assessment. I conduct comprehensive interviews, gather relevant history, and evaluate the emotional, relational, and psychological factors affecting you and your family. My approach is detailed, ethical, and trauma-informed, ensuring your story is represented with clarity, dignity, and clinical accuracy.
Evaluations are available for Extreme Hardship waivers, VAWA petitions, U-Visas, Asylum cases, and other humanitarian pathways. My own experience as the spouse of a Mexican-American immigrant gives me a unique understanding of the emotional toll these processes can have on individuals and families, grounding my work in both professional expertise and lived empathy.
PSYCHOLOGICAL EVALUATIONS PROVIDE THOROUGH, COMPASSIONATE DOCUMENTATION TO SUPPORT IMMIGRATION PETITIONS WHERE EMOTIONAL HARDSHIP, TRAUMA, OR SAFETY ARE CENTRAL CONCERNS.
Psychological Evaluations for Immigration Cases
Starting at $1500
Ideal for individuals and families navigating complex immigration processes
