

Hello! I'm Grace, a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in Indiana and a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Wisconsin. Throughout my career, I have worked extensively within hospital-based Partial Hospitalization Programs (PHP) and Intensive Outpatient Programs (IOP). This experience has given me a deep understanding of the profound sense of helplessness and struggle one feels when caught in the middle of an intense emotional storm.
As a Master Level Social Worker, I have more than 24 years of experience providing therapeutic and advocacy services to adolescents and their families. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I provide services via telehealth and in outpatient, home, medical, and ALF's settings to adult and senior populations.
Rachel Clarke is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) with 20 years of experience caring for individuals across the lifespan. Originally from the Caribbean and now proudly serving the Florida community, Rachel brings a culturally sensitive, compassionate approach to mental health care.
Rachel is the founder of You First Mental Health, where the belief is simple but powerful: your mental wellness comes first. She creates a warm, nonjudgmental space where clients can feel safe to be themselves while receiving high-quality, evidence-based care.
Whether you're navigating anxiety, depression, ADHD, insomnia, or just feeling overwhelmed by life, Rachel works with you to understand your needs and develop a personalized treatment plan. She believes in collaborative care—you are the expert in your experience, and she’s here to help guide and support you every step of the way.
Rachel holds a Master’s degree in Nursing from Walden University and her undergraduate degree from Florida International University. She is licensed in the state of Florida and sees patients via telehealth.
Specialties:
Anxiety & Stress
Depression & Mood Disorders
ADHD (Adult & Adolescent)
Insomnia & Sleep Concerns
Life Transitions & Burnout
Why patients choose Rachel:
✅ Warm, culturally aware care
✅ Collaborative, nonjudgmental approach
✅ Focus on the whole person—not just the symptoms
✅ Flexible telehealth scheduling
✅ Safe space for underserved voices
If you’re ready to prioritize your mental health and work with someone who sees all of you—Rachel is here to help you take that first step. You First Mental Health is Your First Step to a Healthier Mind
I am a clinical social worker with over 20 years of experience. I have experience working with adolescents and adults in a variety of treatment settings. My specialties include: Depression, Anxiety and Panic Disorders; Domestic Violence and Trauma; Bereavement; Health Issues (cancer, diabetes, pain management); Weight Management and Smoking Cessation; and Adjustment Issues (caregiver stress, divorce, parenthood, retirement, "empty nest").
Are you or your child feeling overwhelmed, misunderstood, or stuck? I understand the need for compassion and providing a safe, comfortable environment that is judgement-free and allow individuals the opportunity to discuss their innermost thoughts and feelings.
I am a trauma informed clinician with training in CBT and DBT. I work from a strengths based perspective with children, adolescents, and their families as well as adults and couples to help navigate the complexity of relationships and day to day stressors. I run several groups including social skill building groups for children who have diagnoses including 2e, Anxiety, ADHD, ODD, and ASD, parent support groups, and DBT skill building groups.
I have worked in residential and school settings as well as in criminal justice. I also the parent of an elementary age child who is always teaching me things and helps me see things from a child's perspective.
It can be very difficult to trust someone especially a stranger and telling your story multiple times. Asking for help is not always easy and scheduling can be challenging. Currently I see adult clients remotely and some children outdoors in Prospect Park.


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