Rachel Babiskin, MD, LCSW-C

Rachel Babiskin blends a client-centered, motivational style with strength-based and trauma-informed approaches to support meaningful change. She focuses on collaborating with people and meeting them where they are in their life, helping them identify and master practical skills that promote improved well-being and daily functioning.

Building a strong therapeutic relationship is central to Rachel's work. She aims to create an environment in which each person feels heard and respected while a foundation of trust is formed. Her approach is collaborative, offering guidance and gently challenging clients when therapeutically appropriate, and honoring the unique stories and experiences each person brings to the process.

Rachel holds an MD (medical doctor) and is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker-Certified (LCSW-C), a clinical social work license. She earned a Bachelor’s degree in Family Studies and a Master’s degree in Social Work, both from the University of Maryland. Her clinical background includes roles in schools, hospitals, and private practice, and experience working with young adults with mental illness and co-occurring disorders.

Her areas of focus include stress, anxiety, family and parenting concerns, depression, ADHD, addictions, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, eating concerns, anger, self-esteem, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, and coaching. Rachel approaches therapy as a positive, motivating process intended to help people move toward a more satisfying and resilient life.