Hi, I’m Rachel- a therapist, mental skills trainer, and former collegiate strength and conditioning coach and athlete. My mission is to help clients break through their ceilings- whether they’re an athlete stepping onto the field, a student navigating the classroom, or anyone striving to thrive in work, family, or relationships. I believe we've mastered how to train the body, but too often neglect our mental, emotional, and social lives that help shape who we are- we can't outsmart or outmuscle our inner worlds.

I hold Master’s degrees in both Sport Psychology and Clinical Mental Health Counseling, am certified as a Strength and Conditioning Coach through the Collegiate Strength and Conditioning Coaches’ Association, and am currently pursuing the Certified Mental Performance Consultant certification through the Association of Applied Sport Psychology. My background in athletics and mental health fuels my passion for working with athletes and driven individuals, but my door is open to anyone ready to dig a little deeper into themselves and their relationships. I have a high clinical interest in attachment, relationships, meaning-making, motivation, anxiety, habit change, and goal setting- themes that shape everyone’s story, not just those in sports.

My approach is bold, curious, and whole-person focused. I blend relational, cognitive, and behavioral frameworks to explore how client’s thoughts, emotions, beliefs, and upbringing influence every role they play. We won’t just explore what’s visible, we’ll uncover the stories we all carry and turn them into fuel for growth and understanding. Whether clients are looking to boost performance on the field, at work, within their relationships or find balance away from it all, I’m here to help clients get curious about themselves and the people around them- acting on the version of themselves that knows there’s more to them than just physical capabilities.

When I’m not in session, you might find me throwing a barbell overhead, reliving my glory days on a softball rec team, chasing my German Shepherd puppy, journaling, or digging into a good fantasy fiction book!

I work with clients 16-60

Fee: $115

Insurance: Aetna, BCBS

rachel@veritecounseling.com

Rachel Harper, MS, SCCC

Candidate for LPC Licensure