Rachel Vendsel

Rachel Vendsel

EMDRIA Certified Therapist

Verified by Christian Care Connect

Abuse (childhood), Anxiety, Grief, Obsessive compulsive disorder, Trauma and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

Accepting new clients · Accepting referrals · Offers in person · Offers telehealth

About

Thoughtful, evidence-based therapy for trauma and OCD, rooted in a compassionate and relational approach. Supporting you as you process your story, find steadiness, and move toward lasting healing.

I am a trauma-informed Christian counselor who provides clinically sound, holistic care. I specialize in working with trauma, OCD, and related disorders, and I have advanced training in ERP (Exposure and Response Prevention) and EMDR therapy. I enjoy working with both individuals and couples.

Much of my work is with adult survivors of childhood abuse, as well as those navigating grief and loss of all kinds. More recently, I have also worked with individuals recovering from spiritual abuse. In our work together, I pay close attention to attachment patterns and nervous system regulation, while equipping you with practical tools to manage symptoms and move toward healing.

As a follower of Jesus Christ, my faith deeply informs both how I understand people and how I approach counseling. I believe that Jesus is our healer and that our ultimate hope is found not only in what God can do for us, but in knowing Him personally. At the same time, I value using well-researched, evidence-based approaches that support meaningful and lasting change.

When desired, I am glad to incorporate prayer, Scripture, and biblical wisdom into our sessions. I seek to do this in a way that is thoughtful, respectful, and attuned to each client’s comfort level and spiritual background.

My office is located inside the sanctuary building of Colleyville Presbyterian Church. I love that clients are able to receive care in a space that reflects God’s presence, and I hope it feels like a gentle extension of His love and care toward them.

Provider details

Website

https://www.caritasdfw.com

Clinician's Sex/Gender

Female

Handicap Accessible

Yes

Cities

  • Colleyville
  • Euless
  • Bedford
  • Southlake
  • Hurst

Counties

  • Tarrant County
  • Dallas

ZIPs

  • 76034
  • 76051
  • 76039
  • 76040
  • 76053

Teleheath

Yes

Psychosocial Evaluations (Non-psychologist psychotherapists)

  • 60 min

Individual Sessions

  • 50-60 min

Other Sessions

  • Couples Sessions
  • Telehealth

Psychological Testing

No

Ages

  • Adult (18-70)
  • Senior (70+)

Special Populations

  • First Responders
  • Pastors/Missionaries and their spouse/children
  • Pregnant

Talk Therapies

  • Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR)
  • Attachment-based Therapy
  • Exposure Response Prevention (ERP)
  • Relational
  • Person-Centered

Somatic Therapies

  • Other

Strengths

  • Body Image Struggles
  • Women’s issues
  • Spiritual struggles
  • Sexual abuse
  • Loss

Agree with the AACC Doctrinal Statement

Yes

Do you agree with the AACC Ethical Position

Yes

Biblical Integration – Verbally integrating Biblical principles, passages, doctrines, stories, and information into your treatment session

Yes

Do you utilize homework’s assignments for patients to do in between sessions?

No

What type of treatment approach do you utilize most frequently?

  • Patient led approach

How direct is your approach with patients?

  • I share my insights, opinions, views and expertise with the patient

Cost Per Session

Individual Sessions

50-60 min 140

Payment Methods Accepted

  • Credit Card
  • Cash
  • Check

Do you accept payment plans

No

Do you provide or work with an organization that provides loans for treatment

No

Educational History

    • School:Texas A&M University
    • Degree:Undergrad
    • School:Westminster Theological Seminary
    • Degree:Masters Degree

Years In Practice

15

License Numbers

    • Name:State License
    • Number:71304
    • State:
      • TX

Professional Associations

  • AACC

Do you agree that counseling is not fully Christian if a counselor’s faith shapes their posture but not their methods?

Yes

Do you agree that the deepest personal help a person needs cannot be fully received apart from faith in Christ, even through counseling?

Yes

Do you agree that Scripture speaks authoritatively to the deepest roots of human problems?

Yes

Do you agree that it is not appropriate to support or affirm a client’s chosen course of action when it conflicts with Scripture, even in the name of autonomy?

Yes

Do you agree that people do not possess all the internal resources needed for truth and healing apart from God, regardless of insight, support, or time?

Yes

Which state(s) do you offer Telehealth

  • TX
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