Our Team
Rachel Tipsword, LMSW
Under the Supervision of Suisan Walker, LCSW-S
OCD, Anxiety & Eating Disorder Focused Therapist
Hi, I’m Rachel! I’m passionate about helping kids, teens, and young adults who are struggling with OCD, anxiety, ARFID or other eating disorders feel more confident and in control of their lives. I’ve seen how hard it can be as a parent to watch your child deal with these challenges, and my goal is to give both you and your child the tools you need to see real progress.
In therapy, I work closely with children and teens to help them face their fears, manage their emotions, and build the skills they need to handle life’s tough moments. For parents, I provide guidance and strategies so you can feel empowered to support your child in a meaningful way. Whether your child is struggling with overwhelming anxiety, compulsive behaviors, or food-related issues, I’m here to help.
What You Can Expect From Working With Me:
A supportive connection: I focus on building a strong, trusting relationship with your child from the start, helping them feel safe and understood in therapy.
Practical tools: I’ll teach your child skills to manage their anxiety and OCD, helping them feel more confident and in control. You’ll also learn ways to support your child at home, so you feel confident in your role as well.
Lasting change: My approach is not just about short-term relief—it’s about helping your child build resilience and develop skills they can use for life.
When you work with me, you can expect a compassionate and structured approach that addresses both your child’s needs and your role as a parent. Together, we’ll make sure your child feels more confident, calm, and capable of facing their challenges.
Outside of therapy, I’m pursuing my PhD in Sociology, and I love all things Star Wars and Disney. I’m also an avid baker! I look forward to working with your family to create positive, lasting change.
Relevant Education, Training, & Experience
Continuing Education Trainings:
ERP for OCD Intensive training - Cognitive Behavior Institute (2024)
DBT Intensive training with Katelyn Baxter-Musser, LCSW, C-DBT (2023)
ERP for Children & Adolescents training with Dr. Ashlenn Von Wiegand (in progress)
Treating Anxiety Disorders in Children & Adolescents Certification Training (in progress)
Weekly case consultation with OCD & Anxiety Specialist Karla Pineda, MS, LPC (ongoing)
32-Week ERP for OCD Certification Training - Cognitive Behavior Institute (ongoing)
Experience:
Primary Therapist - Eating Recovery Center (2023-2024)
Therapy Internship - Children’s Health Center for Pediatric Eating Disorders (2022-2023)
Therapy Internship - Carrollton Springs (2021)
Degrees:
Master of Social Work - Texas Women’s University (2023)
Bachelor of Social Work - Texas Women’s University (2021)
Session Rates
$100 per 50-minute session