Rooted to Bloom Therapist

Rachel Baez

Graduate Student Intern

Hello! It is with great pleasure that I introduce myself as the newest member of the esteemed team of therapists at Bloom, specializing in adolescent and young adult counseling. Throughout my career, I have been deeply committed to facilitating personal growth and fostering the emotional well-being of clients in all stages of life. Using a combination of solution-focused, client-centered, and cognitive behavioral therapeutic modalities, I have consistently guided individuals toward realizing their authentic selves and nurturing healthier, more fulfilling lives. As a social work intern, I bring a fresh understanding of how our environment and interpersonal dynamics can impact mental health, equipping me to provide tailored interventions to address these challenges effectively. With a significant portion of my experience rooted in community mental health, I have worked extensively with diverse clientele coping with issues such as anxiety, depression, trauma, self-harm, and suicidal ideation. I am eager to leverage this expertise in our sessions and collaborate with you on your journey towards positive transformation.

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My Rates

Therapy sessions range in price depending on the clinicians experience, skill level, and availability

Intake Session

/session

50-60 Minutes

During this time a full diagnostic assessment is completed. Step 1 of The Bloom Method.

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Individual Therapy

/session

45-50 Minutes

Specialized one on one sessions with your therapist working on treatment goals.

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Qualified Supervision

$150 - $135

/session

60 Minutes

Providing clinical supervision for registed clinical social work interns.

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Fun Facts

Beyond the Therapy Room

Favorite self-care activity?

Sometimes, when the world gets too loud, and the responsibilities too overwhelming, I normally love to put on one of my favorite Lofi stations and get lost in a book. Unfortunately, as a grad student, all I do is read textbooks, so I have not been able to kick back and enjoy a good book for quite some time. I have recently taken to enjoying kayaking in the springs! I often go with a small group of friends, and we enjoy the water, the scenery, and even sometimes the presence of the surrounding wildlife - when we went last month, we saw a baby and mama manatee and some raccoons!

Favorite book as a teen?

I had two book series that were the center of my universe as a pre-teen and teenager - The Mediator Series by Meg Cabot and The Twilight Series by Stephenie Meyer (I know it's cringe, but I promise the books were better than the movies!) Both series had fantasy elements, but the Mediator books were more mystery/thriller/suspense than Twilight. I remember pulling my very first all-nighter to read the final book in the Twilight series and I was very proud of myself for finishing a book that large in under 24 hours!

Favorite stress-busting technique as a teen?

As a teen, I was very active in after-school extracurricular activities - specifically the drama club, football, and softball, and these activities were where my coping skills were born. Whenever school would become too stressful or I was dealing with the drama that comes with being a teenager, I would love to listen to music and either sing along at the top of my lungs or blast the loudest music I could, and I would hit the weights in the gym for conditioning. On the harder days, my go-to was watching one of my many comfort shows and snuggling up in my softest and coziest hoodie and blanket.

Helping you to Bloom

Rachel is a USF MSW Graduate student and Therapist in our Rooted to Bloom Program. She is qualified to provide therapy to individuals, couples, and families under the supervision of a Licensed mental health provider. The Rooted to Bloom Therapy Program aims to provide accessible and affordable high quality mental health support to individuals seeking assistance with managing stress, developing healthy coping skills, and navigating life's challenges. This program utilizes Student Interns pursuing their Master of social work degree or novice registered interns, under the supervision of experienced clinicians, to offer therapeutic services to participants in need.

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Qualifications

The Journey Behind My Practice

My Journey To Bloom

University of South Florida

Rachel is currently a Student in the Master of Social Work Program projected to graduate July 2024.

Rooted to Bloom Therapist

Rachel is qualified to provide quaility care for low acuity clients seeking mental health care.

Currently Developing

1. Clinical Skills: Developing core clinical skills such as assessment, diagnosis, and intervention strategies to effectively support clients.2. Ethical Practice: Understanding and adhering to the ethical standards and guidelines set by professional bodies, including confidentiality, informed consent, and professional boundaries.3. Cultural Competence: Gaining skills to work effectively with diverse populations, respecting and understanding cultural, racial, and socioeconomic differences.4. Research and Evidence-Based Practice: Developing skills to understand, evaluate, and apply research findings to practice, ensuring that interventions are grounded in evidence.

Work with Me

At Bloom Counseling and Therapeutic Services, we are genuinely excited to join you on your journey. Together, we will navigate through challenging times and utilize them as opportunities for growth, paving the way for a strong and fulfilling future. Are you Ready to Bloom?

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