Dr. Rachel Eelkema Kagan, MD, LPCC, MA
Psychotherapist
1120 Mckendrie St, San Jose, CA 95126
At a glance
4.92 stars (12 reviews)
98% are satisfied with this provider ·
Works at Unfold Psychology
5 office locations · View practice profile
Speaks English
Offers telehealth visits
Video appointments available via Telehealth
4.92
12 reviews
Bedside manner
4.9
Wait time
5.0
Recent reviews
I've always felt timid about seeing a therapist for many of my own reasons. As nervous as I was about our first session, Dr. Rachel immediately made me feel comfortable and heard. I didn't realize that this was what my life truly needed until I worked with her. For anyone needing an organized, responsive, and caring clinician, I absolutely recommend working with Dr. Rachel. My life feels like my own again after all these years.
More than 1 year agoAL
I'm SO glad I found Rachel! Her style of using CBT worked well for me and helped me feel less depressed and more able to feel hopeful about the future.
More than 1 year agoLB
Office locations
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Unfold Psychology
2860 Laguna St, Ste 101, San Francisco, CA, 94123
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Unfold Psychology
100 Tamal Vst Blvd, Ste 107, Corte Madera, CA, 94925
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Popular visit reasons
Depression
Existential Anxiety
New Patient Visit
Psychotherapy
Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit
Therapy
Women's Mental Health Issues
Young Adult Issues
Depression
Existential Anxiety
New Patient Visit
Psychotherapy
More about Dr. Rachel Eelkema Kagan, MD, LPCC, MA
I am an Existential Therapist with an evidence-based approach, specializing in helping clients find meaning and purpose when existence feels hopeless or empty. Many people today, not only in their own lives but across the country and world, experience a pervasive sense of demoralization, exhaustion, or helpless fury. You might be facing symptoms of depression or anxiety, or even thoughts of suicide. The philosophies of Existentialism and Stoicism, combined with the modern practice of cognitive behavioral therapy, offer an ideal approach to identifying a personally meaningful path forward.
Existential and Stoic philosophy focus on concerns such as meaning, freedom, authenticity, isolation, death, responsibility, virtue, and ethics. Together, we will explore these topics unflinchingly, aiming to create or define your own way to live.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy is an evidence-based therapeutic approach centered on the idea of control. It helps individuals find balance and power in their lives through exploring mind-centered concepts such as perspective, emotional regulation, self-awareness, cognitive restructuring, perceptions, and mindfulness.
Dr. Rachel Eelkema Kagan is a Registered Associate Professional Clinical Counselor currently working under the supervision of a licensed practitioner. Her CA license number is 12625, and she is employed at Unfold Psychology. She earned her Doctor of Medicine from Dartmouth College, completed her Bachelor’s degree at Harvard University, and holds a Master’s in Counseling Psychology from Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota. Dr. Kagan also completed an internship in Family Medicine at UCLA Santa Monica Medical Center.
Education & experience
Education
Medical School - Dartmouth College, Doctor of Medicine
Harvard University (Bachelor's)
Saint Mary's University of Minnesota, Master's in Counseling Psychology
UCLA Santa Monica Medical Center, Internship in Family Medicine
Practice
Background
Languages spoken
English
Gender
Female
NPI number
#1083342406
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Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
4.92
Wait time
5.00
Bedside manner
4.92
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12 reviews
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I don’t usually write reviews, but Rachel was amazing! I would absolutely recommend her as a therapist
More than 1 year agoSG
Dr. Rachel was very warm and welcoming. I felt that she listened to me and cared about me.
More than 1 year agoWA
Rachel was really great, I would highly recommend her to anyone looking for a therapist
More than 1 year agoBD
Met with the provider and they seemed very helpful!
January 25, 2024Shivani P.Verified patientVideo visit
I've always felt timid about seeing a therapist for many of my own reasons. As nervous as I was about our first session, Dr. Rachel immediately made me feel comfortable and heard. I didn't realize that this was what my life truly needed until I worked with her. For anyone needing an organized, responsive, and caring clinician, I absolutely recommend working with Dr. Rachel. My life feels like my own again after all these years.
More than 1 year agoAL
I'm SO glad I found Rachel! Her style of using CBT worked well for me and helped me feel less depressed and more able to feel hopeful about the future.
More than 1 year agoLB
I was dealing with a lot of chronic pain and depression and anxiety. I haven't always felt like providers take my pain seriously, but I felt like Rachel did. She was a great listener and gave me a lot of helpful feedback
More than 1 year agoVJ
Rachel was very professional and helpful.
More than 1 year agoIK
I will forever be grateful for my time working with Rachel in therapy. With her knowledge in existentialism, she helped me to find meaning in my life again. Thank you Rachel
More than 1 year agoKB
Dr Rachel was great. after the first ten minutes she looked concerned as to weather she could handle this issue with our family. hopefully the next session will go better. i believe she didn't think it was going to go
to an extent that it did. maybe something out of her realm of maybe expertise. she was trying to calm some parts of the family down. like maybe it was getting out of hand. alot of issues still need to be resolved.
unsure where this will go.
March 19, 2024Lisa P.Verified patient
More than 1 year agoBB
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What practice does Dr. Rachel Eelkema Kagan work with?
Dr. Rachel Eelkema Kagan works with Unfold Psychology.
Where is Dr. Rachel Eelkema Kagan's office located?
Dr. Rachel Eelkema Kagan has 5 office locations, including in Oakland, San Francisco, Corte Madera, and San Jose, view full addresses on Dr. Eelkema Kagan's profile.
What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Rachel Eelkema Kagan?
Dr. Rachel Eelkema Kagan frequently sees patients for Depression, New Patient Visit, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Rachel Eelkema Kagan on their profile.
What languages does Dr. Rachel Eelkema Kagan speak?
Dr. Rachel Eelkema Kagan speaks English.
How do patients rate Dr. Rachel Eelkema Kagan in reviews?
12 patients have reviewed Dr. Rachel Eelkema Kagan. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.92/5. They have a 4.92/5 rating for bedside manner and a 5/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.