Rachel Chernow , MD, LCPC

Rachel Chernow is a licensed clinician based in Maryland with 13 years of experience. She focuses on helping people who are dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, relationship and family concerns, trauma and grief. Rachel works with people who face parenting strain, sleep problems, anger, low self-esteem, career questions, ADHD, and other life changes. Rachel centers the early part of work on building a solid therapeutic relationship. She aims to create a warm, respectful space where people feel heard and understood. From there she and the person set clear goals and pick practical steps to try between sessions. Her background includes an MD and a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor credential. She has worked in both private practice and community settings, which shaped her approach to practical, day-to-day challenges. Rachel draws on methods that help people notice patterns, try new behaviors, and bring more calm into their daily life. In sessions she uses client-centered conversation, cognitive-behavioral techniques, and mindfulness practices to address thoughts, emotions, and habits. That mix is shaped to fit each person's needs rather than relying on one fixed method. People contact Rachel when they need steady support through big changes, relationship strain, grief, or recurring mood and stress problems. She encourages collaboration and helps people find realistic ways to cope and move forward.

How Rachel’s Approaches Work Online

Client-centered work means the conversation starts with the person’s priorities and values. The therapist follows the client’s lead, reflects concerns, and helps clarify goals so each session feels relevant to everyday life.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing different behaviors. It often includes simple exercises to try between meetings and is commonly used for anxiety, depression, and stress-related patterns.

Mindfulness Therapy teaches straightforward attention and breathing practices to reduce reactivity and improve focus. These skills can help with sleep problems, anger, rumination, and coping with strong emotions.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. Rachel will collaborate with each person to decide which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences. She adjusts the mix of techniques over time based on what is helpful.

Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. Video lets people see each other and use visual cues. Phone calls can fit into a busy day or require less bandwidth. Live chat and text messaging allow brief check-ins, quick skill practice, and ongoing support between sessions. These options aim to make therapy more flexible and easier to fit into daily life.