Therapy that's personalized, evidence-based, and here for you.



Find hope in healing and reclaim your life.

Exclusive virtual therapy, crafted to feel as connected as in-person, without the commute.

Individual Therapy

Therapy for Therapists

Whether you’re facing PTSD, depression, anxiety, or life’s challenges, I offer therapies that are tailored to meet your unique needs.

Helping therapists manage the weight of their work and find balance. Let me support your healing journey.

Posttraumatic Growth Workshops

These workshops go beyond basic healing, helping you grow after trauma. Sign up for our mailing list to stay updated!

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Connection, Above All Else

If you don’t feel safe to be yourself with your therapist, where can you? Building trust can be hard, but my goal is to make therapy a space where trust grows naturally.

Evidence-Based Therapy, Tailored for You

Therapy works best when it’s backed by science and customized to your needs. I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) techniques that are proven to help. And if you’re open to including holistic practices, I support that too!

Trauma-Informed by Your Own Trauma Expert

No more relying on TikTok for mental health advice! With over 10 years of experience treating PTSD, I offer guidance to help you heal and grow.

A Psychologist Who Practices What I Teach

I’ve been in similar situations as you. Being a therapist means living by the same values I share in sessions. Let me help guide you with wisdom from my own journey.

Our unique approach:

Meet Dr. Rachel Spero-Hoy

Welcome to Forward Conscious, a virtual therapy practice for meaningful growth. I’m Dr. Rachel, a Licensed Psychologist with licenses to practice in Washington, Kansas, and 41 other states (click here for the full list of states). I have over a decade of helping individuals heal. I specialize in treating those with trauma, mood disorders, and Veterans.