MEET RACHAEL SMITH · LPCC, PMH-C
Hi, I’m Rachael. I’m a wife, a mama of two, and a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor with a passion for maternal mental health.
I’m based in Cincinnati and work virtually with women across Kentucky and Ohio. My hope is that this feels like a place where you can finally exhale.
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WHY I DO THIS WORK
My own experience with postpartum anxiety, depression, and identity loss showed me how lonely motherhood can feel, even when you deeply love your baby. I knew the feeling of being overwhelmed and not recognizing myself.
With time and support, I found my way toward a more grounded version of myself. That experience shaped the practice I wanted to create: a space where moms can be honest about all of it, without having to perform or pretend.
After The Glow Counseling is the space I wish I had back then. I’ll meet you with compassion, curiosity, and a willingness to sit with what feels hard.
YOU DON’T HAVE TO CARRY THIS ALONE
I earned my Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Eastern Kentucky University. I’m a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) and hold a Perinatal Mental Health Certification (PMH-C) through Postpartum Support International.
ACT helps us explore how you relate to difficult thoughts and feelings, and how you can take steps that connect with your values.
DBT offers practical skills for managing strong emotions and navigating relationships, with space for the many feelings that can exist together in motherhood.
I-CBT explores the doubt and “what if” thinking involved in OCD. My training supports work with mothers experiencing intrusive thoughts and related fears.
CONTINUING THE CONVERSATION
Hear Rachael discuss maternal mental health and reconnecting with yourself after having kids.
READY TO FEEL LIKE YOURSELF AGAIN?
Let’s start with a free 15-minute conversation.
No pressure. Just a chance to see if we’re a good fit.