Rachel Ortiz, LMSW - Associate

My name is Rachel Ortiz, LMSW, and I am an Austin-based psychotherapy associate specializing in EMDR therapy, helping adults and couples process trauma and distressing life experiences in a way that supports lasting change. My mission is to allow my clients to be truly seen and heard and to walk alongside them as they become more empowered to navigate some of life’s most challenging moments.

My approach is collaborative, with a strong emphasis on the therapeutic relationship as the foundation for meaningful work. I integrate EMDR with other trauma-informed modalities to meet each client’s unique needs, honoring their pace and capacity throughout the process. With a deep respect for the strength it takes to seek support, I provide a grounded space where healing and growth can take root.

I work with a variety of clients and presenting issues including PTSD, OCD, intimacy issues, aging populations, and many others. However, I have a deep passion for working with Veterans and First Responders. As a former military spouse, my work is deeply informed by an understanding of the unique challenges that Veterans and their families face—including trauma, identity shifts, moral injury, and the isolation that can come after service. I have experience working within military and Veteran systems and bring cultural competence, respect, and dedication to those who have served and their loved ones.

My current offerings are available online and in-person and include individual therapy sessions, couples therapy, and EMDR intensives.

I hold both a bachelor’s degree and a master’s degree in social work from Texas State University. When I’m not in sessions, I enjoy hiking, backpacking, weightlifting, yoga, and spending time with my three exuberant boys.