About Rachel McClaine — MA

Psychology Doctoral Practicum Student

Rachel McClaine, MA is a sixth-year doctoral candidate in the Clinical Psychology Program at Case Western Reserve University. She holds her master’s degree in psychology and has a strong background in evidence-based treatment, with a focus on child and family therapy. She has been trained in CBT, TF-CBT, PCIT, and PMT and has experience treating anxiety, depression, OCD, trauma, ADHD, behavior problems, and family relational challenges. Ms. McClaine is also passionate about the use of play to make therapy accessible to young children. Ms. McClaine’s prior training includes work in hospitals, community mental health centers, and outpatient practice. In addition, Ms. McClaine has trained extensively in comprehensive psychodiagnostic and neuropsychological evaluation for learning disorders, ADHD, mood/anxiety disorders, trauma-related disorders, and intellectual developmental disorders. She has experience assessing individuals from age 1 through young adulthood and providing individualized recommendations to support emotional, behavioral, academic, and family functioning. Ms. McClaine provides strengths-based feedback with practical recommendations to help parents and clients feel informed, supported, and confident in next steps. 

Ms. McClaine is ready to support child and families through assessment and treatment of the following diagnoses and challenges:

• ADHD

• Disruptive behavior disorder

• Anxiety

• OCD

• Mood disorders

• Trauma

• Learning disorders

• Family issues

A few words from Rachel

“I strive to create a compassionate and supportive environment where clients and parents feel comfortable discussing concerns openly. I take a collaborative, strengths-based approach, working with clients to identify existing skills and build new ones. My goal is for clients and families to leave sessions with greater insight, practical tools, and confidence in managing life’s challenges.”

What distinguishes my practice is my:

• Strengths-based approach to assessment and treatment,

• Use of CBT, TF-CBT, PCIT and other evidence-based treatments,

• Incorporation of play into CBT to support young children in developing self-awareness in coping skills,

• Ability to tailor evidence-based practices to meet the needs of individuals and families,

• Varied prior experience thorough assessment of complex mental health and neurocognitive difficulties.

Get in touch

If you're looking for dedicated and creative therapist to support your child’s well-being, Rachel is here to help. Reach out today to schedule an appointment