Rachel Matheson, LCSW^Basalt High School Clinician/PRN Crisis Clinician/Beacon of Hope IOP Mental Health Provider

Rachel grew up in Glenwood Springs and is very happy to be back living in the Roaring Fork Valley. She earned an Associates of Arts degree from Colorado Mountain College, a Bachelors of Arts degree in Psychology from Fort Lewis College and a Master of Social Work degree from Colorado State University, and recently earned her LCSW certificate. Rachel uses techniques including motivational interviewing, cognitive behavioral therapy, narrative therapy and somatic therapy; and she focuses on the strengths and unique experience of each person with whom she works. As a school-based clinician, Rachel will support the mental wellness of students and the school community to the best of her ability. She believes in the power of listening, resilience, mindset, curiosity and the impact that experiences and environments can have on people. 

Rachel loves hiking with her dogs, spending time on the river, snowboarding, hanging out with her family and rock climbing.