Rachel Dean

Support for the Journey Forward

At Happy Bee Therapy, I provide a space where clients can engage the healing process, connect, and find help to build a vibrant life on the other side of hardship. It's the "life after the storm," where the chaos has subsided, where we begin the intentional work of therapy that can lead to a sense of peace that lasts.

I combine clinical expertise with an authentic understanding, ensuring that the path to wellness is treated with the respect it deserves.

I utilize EMDR treatment when beneficial and practice trauma-informed care.

I hold a Master's Degree from Sam Houston State University in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. I specialize in trauma recovery and overcoming childhood adversity across the lifespan.

I also hold a Bachelor's and a Master's in Continental Philosophy. With a background in philosophy, I can add depth to our experience together, and incorporate principles from a wide range of treatments and theories on well-being like Existential Therapy.

I am currently a doctoral candidate earning a PhD in Psychology with a concentration in Theology. My research focuses on interdisciplinary synthesis to address the "quiet crisis" of untreated trauma in rural, marginalized communities impacted by structural inequality and the technology gap. I hope to utilize this research for future work dedicated to lowering suicide risk and improving outcomes for young adults with high ACE scores.

Before Happy Bee, I worked at a community mental health agency serving vulnerable populations, where I gained valuable experience working with individuals who struggle with difficult-to-manage symptoms and the social determinants of health. There, I was a counselor and crisis interventionist for 2.5 years, working with chronic suicidality, personality disorders, and people who have experienced childhood adversity and trauma.

I invite you to a space where acceptance and understanding are foundational. I invite you to Happy Bee.

Book a free 15-minute conversation with me, and let's find the right therapy for you!