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Fairfield Therapy

Neurodivergent-Affirming,

Online Evidence-Based Treatment 

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Rachel Z. Baumann,

M.A., S.Y.C., NCSP, LPC

Licensed Therapist &

Nationally Certified

School Psychologist

Fairfield, Connecticut

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Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) & Related Disorders

Specializing in gold-standard care for anxiety and OCD with Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) and Acceptance and Committment Therapy (ACT), guided by a neuro-affirmative lens.​

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Neurodivergent-Affirming
Comprehensive 
Assessments
 

Discover your unique neurotype with strengths-focused, research-based assessments that examine executive functioning and cognitive skills.

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Neuro-Affirming
Therapy & Coaching 

Transforming mental health support for neurodivergent individuals through uncovering your neurotype, self-acceptance, and gently unmasking. 

Relational & Developmental Trauma 

Guiding you to address the self-criticism, toxic shame, and rigid perfectionism tied to PTSD and complex trauma, with a focus on building self-compassion and flexibly living by your values. 

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Therapy with Compassion, Patience, and No Judgment

We often wish our feelings didn't matter or pretend they don't. This makes sense — emotions can be messy and even scary. However, research shows that when we deny our emotions, we increase pain, leading to greater psychological suffering. The ways we avoid pain — whether by revisiting old wounds, judging ourselves, comparing ourselves to others, or using distractions like substances — might bring short-term relief but often worsen life in the long run.  

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Therapy can help. I have more than 10 years of experience counseling individuals and families, with intensive training in cutting-edge, research-based treatments, including:

  • ​Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

  • Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP)

  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)

  • Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT)

  • Prolonged Exposure (PE) for Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

  • Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT)

  • Habit Reversal Training (HRT)   

 

              

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Specialties and Expertise

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​I specialize in helping individuals of all ages better understand and more effectively respond to their emotions, thoughts, and challenges. My clinical and research expertise focuses on:

The therapeutic relationship is uniquely delicate and central to success. I tailor my approach to meet children and teens at their developmental stage, helping them grow skills that fit their learning styles and cognitive patterns. For adults, I focus on meeting you where you are, offering support that aligns with your unique challenges, goals, and values. 

Psychological and Neurodevelopmental Assessment

In addition to therapy, I am a Nationally Certified School Psychologist with expertise in psychological, psychoeducational, and diagnostic assessments. My focus includes:​

  • ​Complex and overlapping conditions, such as ADHD, autism, and avoidant/restrictive food intake disorder (ARFID) .​

  • ​Neurodevelopmental presentations that go undetected, including trauma-related conditions and giftedness. 


Whether newly diagnosed, self-diagnosed, or exploring your unique neurotype, I offer support at every stage of the assessment and therapy process (learn more). 

In-Person and Online Therapy Options

​I occasionally provide in-person sessions at my office in Fairfield, CT, on a limited basis, including weekends. Availability depends on client needs and scheduling (learn more). 

Professional Affiliations

​I am proud to be a member of the following organizations:

  • Alpha Sigma Nu National Jesuit Honor Society 

  • American Psychological Association 

  • Anxiety and Depression Association of America

  • Association for Contextual Behavior Science

  • Children and Adults with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (CHADD)

  • National Association of School Psychologists

  • Phi Beta Kappa National Honor Society 

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