Life doesn’t have to be so f***ing hard.

What if the problem isn’t you? What if it’s your approach?

Do you find that you’re still...

• Stuck in the therapy loop? Sitting in front of your therapist of 9 years talking about that asshole Drew who dumped you a decade ago.

• Trapped in a job you hate? White-knuckling a 9-to-5 even though you write in your gratitude journal daily because your friend swore it changed her life.

• Panicking every single morning? Waking up anxious, despite propping your legs up against the wall for 10 minutes just like that Instagram influencer's 90-day plan told you to.

• Trapped in certain patterns? Hanging out with that same friend group, knowing you'll inevitably binge eat Oreos and feel sad afterward. (Great, now I want Oreos.)

• Reliving your past? Trying to "heal the heals" by constantly feeling and re-living all the painful feels, and getting nowhere.

You’ve done all this heavy lifting.
You've checked every “self-care” box.
And yet you’re still left asking: "What the fuck am I missing?"

The Missing Piece: Your Biology

It’s not that therapy, journaling, somatic trends, or Netflix-and-Oreo binges are wrong. (Oreos are always the answer.) There is just an additional piece to the puzzle: your biology!

The body has an inherent capacity for self-organization. It has it’s own, dare I say, Organic Intelligence *ba dum tss*. This can come through subtle cues, such as sensations, emotions, images, and movements/gestures. You know how you find yourself constantly twirling your hair when you’re nervous? And you were told to stop because it was annoying? Well you can tell them to f off because that’s actually your body self soothing!

Stress responses involve the whole system — including the body, emotions, and nervous system — and are not just purely cognitive. So when all we do is talk about what we think the problem is, such as how Drew was an asshole 10 years ago and why he was an asshole, we may miss these cues and continue to feel stuck. And we keep talking about Drew…ew.

So okay it’s about the biology, but how do we integrate that piece of the puzzle, Rachel?
Well I’m glad you asked person reading my page.

Organic Intelligence and Our Work Together

That is where Organic Intelligence (OI) Coaching comes in *confetti flies everywhere* !

Following the principles of Organic Intelligence, our sessions unfold through present-moment, naturally developing conversation (aka talk about whatever the heck you want). There is no agenda! So if you come in wanting to talk about Drew, cool. If you are like “Rachel I’m so exhausted I honestly don’t want to even talk” Great! We can just stare at the wall together. Or you might wanna talk about your favorite foods (can you guess what mine is?…..Oreos.).

And have no fear! While you’re talking about why you think Shrek 2 is better than the first Shrek movie I will be gently observing the patterns of response, regulation, and support coming from your biology and reflect those resources back to you in a positive, compassionate way. No negative reinforcement here! We’ve all had enough of that.

By focusing on what is actually working in your system, we naturally guide your nervous system out of stress, woo hoo! And then you start talking about Drew less, you switch to another 9-5 where you don’t wanna rip your hair out, you find new friend groups that also eat Oreos (and you’re happy while you eat them). You look around and see that you have a life more aligned with your values. And your capacity for joy grows.

Growth can feel natural and easeful, rather than forced.
And maybe even enjoyable?
Finally, am I right?

You’ve done the work.
No more feeling worse before you feel better.
No more trying to fix a system that isn't actually broken.
The job in OI, is enjoyment.

How Much Does it Cost?

A FREE 30 minute discovery call is always included for you to ask questions and make sure we are a good fit!

For the sessions I work on a sliding scale of $60–$95 per 60-minute session using an honor system:

$60: For those with limited income or significant financial hardship.
$75: A standard rate that covers my time and operational costs.
$95: For those with stable or disposable income, which helps support accessible rates for others.

You are welcome to choose the rate that best fits your financial situation, no questions asked.

More Client’s Experiences:

“These sessions have been so calming. It feels like I'm just having a cup of coffee with a friend. The process is subtle enough that I don't feel sheepdogged into a system with goals and hurdles. Yet, I feel myself making subtle changes in my life. I can't explain what's happening or how (I suppose I could research it) but something subconscious is affecting me positively. Highly recommend for anyone who has already done the heavy lifting: trauma therapy, EMDR, etc. Rachel is compassionate, genuine, understanding, self-aware and generally awesome. Cannot recommend her enough.” - Ron L

“I was able to safely take a closer look at myself with Rachel’s’ gentle and empowering way of being.” - Michael K

“Rachel is so deeply gifted in all of her endeavors; OI is no different. I'm an actor as well, and Rachel has a deep understanding of how important the connection to the body is for artists in our field. But our sessions don't feel like "class," an acting exercise, or even talk therapy. They feel like catching up with a friend. Through humor, understanding, and curiosity, Rachel helps me to open up about emotional challenges I'm facing. She also seamlessly uses her training to help me rediscover my body's abilities to heal and navigate the highs and lows of my specific human experience. Together, we focus on the work I am doing on myself now, instead of the mistakes of the past, which is something I struggle with frequently. Rachel helps me to discover how to look at my future in that context. Our weekly sessions have become an anchor for me amid the chaos. I couldn't ask for a better person to help me practice accountability, peace and healing.” - Max R

“Living more simply, with simple human pleasure, that’s Organic Intelligence” - Steve Hoskinson