<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[Rachel Harlich, LCSW]]></title><description><![CDATA[LGBTQIA+ trauma, relationship, neurodivergence therapist, speaker, and consultant.]]></description><link>https://www.rachelharlich.com/blog-1</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 05:16:03 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://www.rachelharlich.com/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria: Do I have it and what do I do about it? ]]></title><description><![CDATA[The difference is that those with RSD feel this sensitivity more frequently, more intensely, and often with less external triggering than others. Since it can be excruciating, those with RSD may also be more prone to make rash decisions in relationships to try and relieve RSD-related pain. RSD is most typically associated with ADHD, and there are some autistic folks who identify with RSD as well.]]></description><link>https://www.rachelharlich.com/post/rejection-sensitive-dysphoria-do-i-have-it-and-what-do-i-do-about-it</link><guid isPermaLink="false">683de37613b054eec398688f</guid><category><![CDATA[Neurodivergent Therapy]]></category><category><![CDATA[Relationship Therapy]]></category><category><![CDATA[mental health]]></category><category><![CDATA[ADHD]]></category><category><![CDATA[Autism]]></category><category><![CDATA[AuDHD]]></category><pubDate>Mon, 09 Jun 2025 15:45:13 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/a4eea6_78f65ddec3da49f2b180662fe7014bd5~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Rachel Harlich, LCSW</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Autistic and AuDHD Support Through Burnout and Beyond]]></title><description><![CDATA[The discovery of one's neurotype typically necessitates a radical reassessment of self-expectations and accommodations. Many newly-identified autistic and ADHD individuals find themselves needing to rest differently, recognize sensory needs, implement supportive routines, and ask for appropriate help—often for the first time. ]]></description><link>https://www.rachelharlich.com/post/autistic-and-audhd-support-through-burnout-and-beyond</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6800f92fc1ce7b3097ff2050</guid><category><![CDATA[mental health]]></category><category><![CDATA[Neurodivergent Therapy]]></category><category><![CDATA[Autism]]></category><category><![CDATA[ADHD]]></category><category><![CDATA[AuDHD]]></category><pubDate>Mon, 21 Apr 2025 14:30:07 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/a4eea6_8c48f6b581c44a2d80d358d03947e3e2~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Rachel Harlich, LCSW</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[My approach to couples therapy]]></title><description><![CDATA[My approach to couples work is curious, compassionate, creative, and connected. 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" Pride de Torremolinos 2019". Photo by Quino Al  on Unsplash . LGBTQIA+ communities and...]]></description><link>https://www.rachelharlich.com/post/why-kink-is-an-integral-part-of-pride</link><guid isPermaLink="false">60b541d0506cf000152ae145</guid><pubDate>Mon, 31 May 2021 20:54:47 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/a4eea6_3ffb219d9c564293b872f8607cfea5c2~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Rachel Harlich, LCSW</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[5 Key Concepts in Polyvagal Theory]]></title><description><![CDATA[Polyvagal Theory (created by Stephen Porges and written extensively about by Deb Dana) is a framework for our mental and physical health...]]></description><link>https://www.rachelharlich.com/post/5-key-concepts-in-polyvagal-theory</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6067508bda9a6100151cb20c</guid><category><![CDATA[Somatic]]></category><pubDate>Fri, 02 Apr 2021 18:21:20 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/a4eea6_2351fc2995004539bd3a4cdb2823982a~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Rachel Harlich, LCSW</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why Involve the Body in Psychotherapy?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Welcome back! March's blog theme will be Somatic Therapy &#38; Healing [Somatic means having to do with the body, FYI]. When I polled my...]]></description><link>https://www.rachelharlich.com/post/why-involve-the-body-in-psychotherapy</link><guid isPermaLink="false">604768b0dc29f80015c3c65e</guid><category><![CDATA[Somatic]]></category><pubDate>Tue, 09 Mar 2021 12:40:13 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/a4eea6_b531ca22adf0469c82a8890e76a5bd57~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_500,h_500,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Rachel Harlich, LCSW</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[What IS LGBTQIA+ Competent Therapy?]]></title><description><![CDATA[So far this month, we've talked a lot about what is NOT LGBTQIA+ competent therapy - let's pivot a bit to talk about DOES constitute...]]></description><link>https://www.rachelharlich.com/post/what-is-lgbtqia-competent-therapy</link><guid isPermaLink="false">604607d0bb551e00157368c3</guid><category><![CDATA[mental health]]></category><category><![CDATA[LGBTQ+ Therapy]]></category><pubDate>Mon, 08 Mar 2021 11:40:52 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/a4eea6_dbc2a0844f0042488311f08d977ab2cb~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_500,h_500,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Rachel Harlich, LCSW</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why is LGBTQIA+ *Incompetent* Care So Harmful?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Why is LGBTQ+ Incompetent Care So Harmful? Whether we're talking the extreme of "conversion therapy" or the microagressions of a...]]></description><link>https://www.rachelharlich.com/post/why-is-lgbtqia-incompetent-care-so-harmful</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6016d40b022e760017f6ce21</guid><category><![CDATA[mental health]]></category><category><![CDATA[LGBTQ+ Therapy]]></category><pubDate>Sun, 31 Jan 2021 16:07:24 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/a4eea6_d5bd77be5e6a423eb2656a5e3cef4dd2~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Rachel Harlich, LCSW</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why LGBTQIA+ Competent Therapy is So Essential]]></title><description><![CDATA[For most of us in the LGBTQIA+ community, it is generally known⁣ that receiving competent, safe, or even (dare to dream) affirming care...]]></description><link>https://www.rachelharlich.com/post/why-lgbtqia-competent-therapy-is-so-essential</link><guid isPermaLink="false">60106ad97cdf680018547f04</guid><category><![CDATA[mental health]]></category><category><![CDATA[LGBTQ+ Therapy]]></category><pubDate>Tue, 26 Jan 2021 19:58:53 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/a4eea6_679b3d403a724f4eaced987f8ea70ef2~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Rachel Harlich, LCSW</dc:creator></item></channel></rss>