Rachael Polokoff

Rachael Polokoff, PhD, is a psychologist who focuses on helping teenagers and adults in La Jolla and the broader Los Angeles community uncover the sources of difficult behavior patterns to better reflect their authentic selves. She addresses a variety of concerns, including ADHD, alcohol and drug use issues, anxiety, bipolar disorder, depression, gender identity, grief, medical conditions, health psychology, men's issues, midlife transitions, obsessive-compulsive disorder, psychosis, schizophrenia, PTSD, trauma, somatoform disorders, and women's issues. By utilizing Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Dr. Polokoff treats mood disorders, addictive behaviors, and codependency, and she is also well-versed in managing chronic pain and health-related challenges. Her clinical approach integrates individual and group treatment modalities, and she holds certifications in Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT) and Mindfulness-Based Self-Compassion (MSC). Additionally, she is experienced in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). As a creative professional, she incorporates poetry and music to foster more mindful participation in the world. Dr. Polokoff also provides comprehensive cognitive, psychological, and personality testing to differentiate between conditions with similar symptoms. She offers her services in both English and Spanish, helping clients navigate demands such as work, health, family life, and financial pressures to establish space for healthy self-care.