I’m Rachel Ortiz, LMSW, a licensed psychotherapist in Austin, Texas. My work has always been rooted in a deep belief in people’s capacity to heal, grow, and find their way through difficult transitions.

My path to therapy began in 2010, teaching mindfulness and yoga to soldiers preparing to deploy to Afghanistan. That experience, along with my years as a military spouse, gave me a lasting appreciation for the ways trauma, uncertainty, and loss can shape

us—and for the resilience that can emerge when we feel truly supported.

Informed by my experiences working and living within the military community, my practice has transformed and grown to help midlife and older individuals navigate grief, loss, changing family relationships, anxiety, depression, identity, independence, and

questions of meaning and purpose that often arise during periods of profound change. Working alongside people facing some of life's most difficult circumstances reinforced my belief that healing isn't about simply reducing symptoms on the surface. It’s about understanding the underlying unconscious patterns that shape our emotions, relationships, and behaviors. Today, I see individuals and couples facing life-changing challenges and help guide them through these difficult times.

When I am not in session, I enjoy weightlifting, yoga, seeing live music, and reading. But, most of all, I love spending time outdoors backpacking, camping, and hiking with my husband and four exuberant boys.