Raechelle Gaffney , LMFT

Raechelle Gaffney is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) with 15 years of clinical and community experience supporting individuals, couples, and families through life transitions and relationship challenges. She holds a Bachelor of Science from Florida State University and both a Master of Science and an Education Specialist degree from Nova Southeastern University, and she brings a background in hospital case management and community service coordination to her clinical work.

Her practice emphasizes compassionate, practical support for people facing stress, anxiety, grief, caregiving demands, parenting concerns, career changes, and issues related to aging and family dynamics. Raechelle has extensive experience helping clients navigate access to social, medical, housing, and educational resources, and she often tailors conversations and treatment plans to match each person or family’s circumstances and goals.

Trained to address attachment and family of origin issues as well as crisis points like midlife transitions and end-of-life concerns, Raechelle integrates approaches that fit the needs of those she works with. She focuses on empowering clients to build coping skills, strengthen relationships, and pursue greater self-understanding and life purpose. Raechelle approaches therapy as a collaborative process, supporting people who are ready to take steps toward meaningful change.

Approaches for Online Therapy and Relationship Work

Raechelle frequently uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help people identify and shift unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors; CBT is useful for addressing anxiety, stress, and coping with life changes. She also incorporates Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) when working with couples and families to explore emotional responses and strengthen attachment bonds, which can improve communication and connection. When relationship dynamics are a central concern, Raechelle may draw on principles from the Gottman Method to help partners build practical skills for conflict management and relationship stability.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Raechelle works collaboratively with each person or family to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences, and she adjusts the plan over time based on progress and feedback.

Online sessions are available by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging, offering flexibility for busy schedules, mobility limitations, or geographic distance. These options make it easier to attend regular sessions, maintain continuity of care during life transitions, and access licensed professionals from wherever the client is located within the therapist's practice area.