Rachel Jones, LPC

About Rachel Jones

You are courageous for taking this step to better your mental health. I have been serving our community as a Licensed Professional Counselor for 17 years. I enjoy helping people overcome depression, anxiety, grief, and life changes through my eclectic approach including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused, Rational Emotive, Client Centered, Brief Focused, and Behavioral Modification. Through developing skills to process grief, increase mood, or navigate life changes, I find happiness as you reach your mental health goals. Outside of the office, my passions include nature walks, hiking, snorkeling, exploring new cultures, playing the piano, singing, dancing, and game nights. I am best friends with my twin sister and her family. My cat, Bob, is so loved, he has his own room with a view. My undergraduate studies at Missouri Western State University included playing in the marching band as a first year music major. As part of my courses, I developed a love for other cultures and how they celebrate life through music. My second year, I took time to explore other studies and fell in love with psychology. I graduated with a Bachelor's of Science in Psychology. I went on to the University of Central Missouri were I completed my Master's of Science in Psychology. My first position as a Counselor was working with urban youth in the area of Substance Abuse. With this role, I gained a wealth of knowledge in Substance Abuse, which I applied to helping adults overcome their addictions. I went on to work in this field for 12 years. In Hawaii, I developed skills in Behavior Modification working with troubled youth , their families, and school staff. At Kansas City Regional Office, I provided assessments for individuals with developmental disabilities and counseled family members on the best care for their loved one. At Metropolitan Community College, I helped displaced workers develop workplace skills to re-enter the work force in a new career. I have had a