Rachelle Bloksberg, MA, LMFT - Nevada Telehealth 4844-R - Glenbrook
About
Based in Glenbrook, Nevada, this mental health practice focuses on hypermobility. Ehlers Danlos Syndrome and all the co-occurring conditions that come with it impact all areas of your life. Coping with so many things can be overwhelming. Navigating the healthcare system can be stressful, frustrating and exhausting. It is possible to live a fulfilling life with EDS. You can find things that work for you and improve your quality of life. You need support from someone who understands what you’re going through. I get it. I’ve been there. I understand what it’s like to have new challenges pop up unexpectedly. I know what it’s like to cancel plans at the last minute when your body just isn’t up to doing anything. I specialize in Chronic Illness/Pain, Neurodiversity, Adult ADHD, Autism, Trauma, Medical Trauma, PTSD, Grief & Loss, Depression, Anxiety, Bipolar, Relationships, Addictions, Substance Use, Parenting, Women who have left DV relationships, Self-improvement, Self-Esteem, Sleep Issues, Nutrition for Mental Health, Poly & Open Relationships. I live with EDS, PoTS, MCAS, Hashimoto’s, ADHD, and all that come with them.
EDS Healthcare in California
Casa Colina Hospital in Pomona and Re+active Therapy in El Segundo are both EDS Society Centers of Excellence. Stanford has a Cardiovascular Connective Tissue Disorders Program, UC Davis runs a Connective Tissue Clinic, and UCSF offers Medical Genetics services. Children's Hospital Los Angeles has a Pediatric Bone Disorders Program, and Dao Integrated Health in San Francisco provides EDS-focused treatment.
Despite California's strong urban specialist density, patients in the Central Valley, northern rural areas, and inland regions face long travel times to reach EDS-knowledgeable providers. Wait times at major programs can be 3-6 months or longer. Medi-Cal covers genetic testing with medical necessity, but navigating the referral process can be time-consuming.
Finding Mental Health for EDS
Look for a therapist who has worked with chronic illness patients and understands that EDS-related anxiety and depression often have physical triggers, not just psychological ones.