Rachel Ellington, MA, LPC, LCDC
Mental Health Counselor
Hello,
For the first several years of my career, I worked in maximum security juvenile corrections. This taught me a lot about the resistance that can happen and how difficult therapy can be, especially when its court ordered. However, if you are a person who wants to move forward, who wishes to get better, who works to live happier, you deserve a standing ovation. The first step towards self-discovery is always the hardest. Whether you feel lonely, depressed, stressed, or just sort of a mess, I would love to support you. I am passionate about helping people overcome their mental health and substance use challenges to achieve their personal and professional goals.
About Me
Rachel graduated Magna Cum Laude from Howard Payne University with a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and a minor in Youth Ministry. She then graduated top of her class with a Master of Arts in Clinical Counseling & Marriage and Family Therapy from Hardin-Simmons University. ​Rachel is a dually-licensed clinician, becoming a licensed professional counselor in August 2019, and in 2023 a Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor.
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As a Licensed Professional Counselor, Rachel has over six years of experience in providing clinical and administrative support to clients and staff in various therapeutic settings. With her diverse background in psychology, research, marketing, media, and chaplaincy, she applies a holistic and multidisciplinary approach to therapy. Rachel has developed and implemented effective treatment plans, facilitated a variety of groups and individual sessions, conducted assessments and evaluations, and coordinated referrals and resources for patients all over Texas. Rachel has also written and published articles on various topics related to mental health and wellness and supervised new and aspiring counselors. Rachel is committed to continuous learning and improvement, and strives to uphold the highest ethical and professional standards in her practice.
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Rachel’s seven years of experience working in juvenile probation and correctional settings has equipped her to work with those who struggle with complex emotional and behavioral challenges. She specializes in disruptive disorders, anxiety, substance use, and trauma. Rachel sees adults in person and via telehealth. Rachel welcomes all clients wherever they are and works to help them thrive, not just survive.
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Rachel accepts the following in-network insurance providers:
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Aetna
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Cigna
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BCBS of Texas
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UnitedHealthcare
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Optum
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Oscar
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Anthem
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Magellan
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UMR
On a personal note...
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As someone in recovery myself, I understand how heavy addiction can feel. Sometimes we just need someone to sit in the pit with us while we gather the strength to climb out. What keeps me going are the goals that I set after I got out of my own pit. I built a life I love. When I'm not in my office, I'm probably out collecting comic book memorabilia, working on a project on my house, teaching my dogs about the importance of boundaries, or watching Jurassic Park. What keeps you going?
