Rachael graduated from Washington University in St. Louis in 1994 with a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and Spanish. She received her Masters in Social Work with a clinical focus from San Diego State University in 1998.

After working in a clinical setting for several years and becoming licensed Rachael began her private practice. For the past decade, she has become known as an experienced and highly regarded therapist in the San Diego area. This is evident in repeat referrals from clients, colleagues and professionals as well as previous requests by two large well-known San Diego companies for her supervisory and clinical consultant expertise.

In 2005 Rachael decided to specialize in fertility therapy. After learning of her own infertility and guiding several clients through various parts of the fertility process, it was evident that her work as a fertility therapist was a much-needed resource. However, in order to help others in a unique way, Rachael knew she would need to complete her own fertility journey first. Rachael’s personal infertility experience – full of emotional and physical challenges, multiple decisions, a wide range of feelings, and first-hand knowledge – coupled with solid clinical background is now an invaluable benefit to clients and colleagues seeking a knowledgeable fertility therapist.

Member of The American Society for Reproductive Medicine (ASRM) and the ASRM Mental Health Group. Member of National Association of Social Workers (NASW).