Rachel Tova Winer, PhD

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Dr. Rachel Tova Winer is a licensed clinical psychologist in private practice in Bellaire, Texas. She specializes in treating adults, adolescents, and children who strive to become stronger and healthier under change, adversity, or uncertainty. 

Rachel Tova Winer, PhD, a licensed clinical psychologist with a private practice in Bellaire, Texas, is dedicated to helping individuals, adolescents, and children navigate the complexities of life’s transitions, relationships, and challenges. With a focus on fostering strength and resilience, Dr. Winer offers tailored, compassionate care that honors the courage it takes to seek help.

Dr. Winer specializes in a variety of therapeutic areas, including anxiety and mood management, substance use treatment, cultural adjustment, and social skills training for neurodiverse individuals and those on the autism spectrum. Her extensive experience also encompasses LGBTQ+ matters, chronic illness and pain management, and support for artists, creative professionals, adolescents, young adults, couples, children, families, and groups.

“My philosophy is informed by active collaboration with you and observing your treatment goals and needs,” Dr. Winer stated. “Because people adapt throughout our lives, the difficulties we experience often result from our earlier adaptations and styles we develop to help us cope. I encourage self-awareness as the key to behavior change, creating new goals, and the ability to leverage strengths against challenges.”

Dr. Winer earned her Bachelor of Arts in Sociology from Barnard College, Columbia University, and her Doctor of Philosophy Degree in Child Clinical Psychology from St. John’s University. After relocating from New York to Houston in 2001, she completed her clinical training at Baylor College of Medicine. 

Since 2004, Dr. Winer has contributed to the academic community as an Adjunct Assistant Professor of Psychology at Rice University, where she previously served as the Assistant Director of Academic Advising. She has also served on the Baylor College of Medicine faculty, where she has been involved in teaching, mentoring, and academic initiatives.

In addition to her teaching roles, Dr. Winer is actively involved in several professional organizations, including the Houston Group Psychotherapy Society, the American Psychiatric Association, and the International Association for Dance Medicine & Science. She also serves on the Board of the Houston Contemporary Dance Company, reflecting her commitment to the arts and mental health integration.

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