Rachel Sirek , LPC

Rachel Sirek is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Colorado who supports adults seeking clearer understanding of their emotions, relationships, and life patterns, with particular attention to neurodivergent perspectives. She frames neurodivergence as a natural variation in how minds operate - including experiences such as ADHD, autism, learning differences, and sensory processing differences - and approaches therapy as a way to reduce self-criticism and discover strategies that align with each person’s unique way of thinking.

She frequently works with clients managing anxiety, depression, stress, trauma and abuse, low self-esteem, relationship concerns, grief, bipolar symptoms, anger, and challenges tied to life changes. Rachel also focuses on issues related to attachment and abandonment, personality differences, panic, paranoia, family difficulties, and identity questions, including work with LGBT clients and people exploring their sense of purpose.

Her clinical background spans outpatient and crisis settings, which shaped a practice grounded in compassion, curiosity, and meeting people where they are. Rachel draws from cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), systems-informed thinking, mindfulness, and motivational interviewing, using a collaborative and flexible approach to fit neurodiverse needs. She aims to know each person’s story and to offer care that feels affirming, human, and practical.

Evidence-Informed Approaches and Online Care

Rachel commonly uses cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), along with mindfulness practices, to support people online. CBT helps identify unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns and teaches practical tools for managing symptoms like anxiety, depression, and panic. DBT focuses on emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness, which can be helpful for mood instability, intense emotions, and relationship difficulties. Mindfulness therapy encourages present-moment awareness and grounding skills that often pair well with CBT and DBT to reduce reactivity and build self-compassion.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Rachel works collaboratively with clients to explore which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, adapting strategies to honor neurodivergent experiences and individual life circumstances.

Online therapy with Rachel is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, providing flexibility for varied schedules and needs. These options make it easier to connect from home, manage appointments around work or family responsibilities, and maintain continuity of care when life circumstances change.