Hi there! I’m Rachel.

I’m a therapist, mother, and amateur baker.

I became a therapist for people who are feeling anxious and disconnected from themselves because I know how unfulfilling it can be to live your life in that way. Sometimes, it can feel as if you’re on autopilot. Or you feel persistently on edge and tense. Maybe you’re constantly doing things for other people and you’re noticing just how burnt out you are. You’ve lost sight of who you really are and what you really need. But, you feel stuck and you’re not sure where to start. I’m here to help.

I have a passion for working with clients who struggle with OCD. The feeling of isolation, the fear and anxiety, the constant nagging of intrusive thoughts… it’s overwhelming and exhausting. And, there IS a way to break out of that cycle, together.

I also love working with new and expecting moms because I know how overwhelming this season can be, even when it’s what you hoped for. The sleepless nights, the shift in your own personal identity, carrying the mental load – it’s a lot. I’ve been there. I also know firsthand how much support matters, and I’m here to help you feel like you again.

I’m compassionate, nonjudgmental, and real. We’ll talk honestly about what you’re going through and work together to build strategies that help.

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About Rachel Gunn, LPC-MHSP

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  • I graduated with my Master’s degree in Clinical Psychology in 2016 from Middle Tennessee State University. I completed further coursework and training at Tennessee State University in 2018 to pursue my passion for psychotherapy.

  • I previously conducted psychological evaluations as a certified psychological assistant under the supervision of a psychologist, from 2016 until 2024. I have also instructed undergraduate level courses in abnormal psychology, developmental psychology, and theories of personality at a local university from 2020 until 2023.

  • I am trained in Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), the gold standard for OCD treatment.

    I am trained in Somatic and Attachment-Focused Eye-Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (SAFE EMDR), a method that is used to alleviate trauma-related distress.

    I am pursuing certification as a perinatal mental health provider.

  • I am a licensed professional counselor in the state of Tennessee with 7 years of experience in working with both children and adults addressing issues such as anxiety, OCD, relationship challenges, depression, trauma, and major life transitions. I became fully licensed as an LPC-MHSP in 2021

In my spare time, I enjoy all things baking! You can find me watching The Great British Baking Show or in the kitchen whipping up something sweet (or savory!) to share with my children, family, and friends. I also enjoy spending time in nature when I can, such as hiking, going to the lake, camping, or being around horses.

Ready to feel like yourself again? Let’s talk.

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