Discover the way back to your authentic self

Raquel Arellano-Jackson, LCSW

Collaborating with you on your journey to align with your values so that you can confidently step into your true identity.

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Hello, I am Raquel!

Welcome to Gentle Evolutions Therapy.

I specialize in working with individuals from BIPOC, LGBTQIA2S+, and first-generation backgrounds who are done navigating personal identity, familial, or relational struggles by themselves. I work with you to identify goals, patterns of behavior, and personal strengths that can help you to move forward in a way that helps you to feel your best. I incorporate systemic and social justice lenses frequently into therapy to acknowledge and examine the pressures that keep you from fulfilling your authentic identity. I recognize the ways in which all of your identities intersect and work with you to explore your whole personhood. I hold hope for transformation when life gets too heavy and celebrate with you when obstacles are conquered.

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker registered in California to provide mental health therapy and clinical supervision. I’m so glad you’re here. My practice represents a place where you can finally slow down from the daily struggles of life and get to the bottom of what an authentic life looks like for you.

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My core values

I value authenticity, integrity, intersectionality, joy, and open communication, especially in the therapeutic space. I believe every individual deserves to have joy in their lives, and I feel honored to help others in their journeys to find this. Coming from a social work background, I believe in the individual’s right to self-determination and know that my role in your movement toward change is to help you find your inner strengths and values. I hope you leave our sessions feeling supported, challenged, and just a little bit lighter.

My approach

I work from a client-centered and collaborative therapy approach. I view the therapy space as a metaphorical “ship”, where each of us takes turns “steering” the session. I trust that you will move us toward topics that are top-of-mind for you and also recognize that there will be times when my facilitation is more needed in session. As a naturally inquisitive person, I guide our sessions by asking exploratory questions and expressing curiosities and perspectives that have not been considered before. I also work with you to uncover what is not being said to help us get to a deeper level.

My Services
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Individual Therapy

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Clinical Supervision

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FAQ - Frequently asked questions

  • Both! I provide in-person services at my office space in Redlands, California. I provide virtual services via secure telehealth platforms to anyone residing in California.

  • Yes, I accept various commercial insurances. For a full list of insurances, please review the Services page.

  • I offer complimentary 15-minute phone consultation sessions where we can discuss your needs and answer any questions you have. After 15 minutes, I find that potential clients are able to get a good sense of my personality and style and can make a decision from there. You can find more information about booking on the Contact Me page.

  • Every client has different clinical needs and may meet with me at a different frequency. After our first session, I will provide my clinical opinion on how often you should be seen. In general, I recommend that clients see me on a weekly basis so that we can build our therapeutic relationship, and we can adjust from there.

  • Our first session is an opportunity for us to explore what is bringing you to therapy, including present and past experiences. We'll explore how things are going in every domain of your life to see how those may be affecting the primary reason you're coming to therapy. I always make sure to check that my understanding of your reasons for coming to therapy matches yours. At the end of a first session, we create goals that will guide our work together and keep us on track.

  • I require 24 hours advanced notice for any cancellations. A fee of $75 will be charged for any cancellation with less than a 24 hour notice or any missed/no-showed appointment.


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Do you want to know more? Don’t hesitate to get in touch!