I’m Rachel Saffer, LCSW-S and I’m really glad you are here. Working with kids and teens is not just my profession it is the part of my life that feels the most meaningful. Young people carry so many unspoken feelings, and my job is to give them a space where everything they are feeling is valid, welcomed, and safe to explore.

I support children and adolescents ages 4–18 who are dealing with grief, anxiety, depression, social struggles, or just feeling overwhelmed by big emotions. Instead of pushing them to sit still and “talk about it,” I meet them where they naturally express themselves through play, creativity, imagination, movement, and gentle curiosity.

In my sessions, kids get to build worlds in the sand, create art that reflects their emotions, move their bodies through yoga and mindfulness, and learn skills that help them understand and manage what’s happening inside. I also work closely with parents so families feel supported every step of the way.

Specialties & Expertise

• Grief, heartbreak, and major life transitions

• Anxiety, panic, and chronic worry

• Depression, sadness, and loss of motivation

• Social challenges, friendship conflicts, and low self esteem

• Trauma or difficult emotional memories

• Emotional regulation and mind body stress

Therapies I use

• Play Therapy (my core method where kids express what words can not say)

• Sandtray Therapy

• Expressive Arts Therapy

• EMDR

• Yoga & Mindfulness for Kids

• Parent Guidance & Family Support

My Approach

Every child is different, so no two therapy sessions look the same. Some kids need sensory grounding, others need creative expression, and some simply need a quiet space where someone notices them. I focus on helping children understand their emotions without judgment, pressure, or shame so they can grow into resilient, confident versions of themselves.

Qualifications

Fees Per Session

Accepted Payment Methods

• Health Savings Account (HSA)

• Mastercard

• Visa

• PayPal

Insurance Accepted

• Aetna

• Blue Cross Blue Shield

• BlueCross and BlueShield

• Federal BCBS

• Moda Health

• Optum

• Premera Blue Cross

Location

Spry Little Birds Counseling
Based in Austin, TX 78757
Phone: (737) 227-0724

Social Media

• LinkedIn

Summary

1. I help children and teens process emotions through play, creativity, movement, and trauma informed care.

2. My work centers around anxiety, depression, grief, emotional regulation, and self esteem.

3. Every session is personalized based on the child’s needs and comfort level.

4. I accept major insurance plans, HSA, and common payment methods.

5. Erothots proudly features my work to support families both in Austin and online.