Meet Rachel:

Hi, I’m Rachel Toperzer, and I’m so glad you’re here.

I was born and raised in Lynchburg, Virginia, but I’ve proudly called Vero Beach home since 2015. After graduating from college, I moved to the area to help care for my grandmother. Having grown up visiting my grandparents here, I already had a deep appreciation for the community and the special charm of the Treasure Coast. Not long after moving, I met my now-husband, and we quickly knew that Vero Beach was where we wanted to build our life and raise our family.

As a mom of two toddlers myself, I understand firsthand how rewarding—and sometimes overwhelming—parenting young children can be. There are moments when you may find yourself wondering:

Why is my child behaving this way?
Why does my child have such intense anger outbursts?
Can a four-year-old really experience anxiety?
How can I help my child understand and manage their emotions?

These questions are incredibly common, and you don’t have to navigate them alone.

I believe that helping children develop emotional regulation skills, healthy coping strategies, and an understanding of their emotions and triggers early in life can give them a strong foundation for lifelong emotional well-being. My goal is to create a safe, compassionate space where children feel understood, supported, and empowered to work through their experiences.

I specialize in infant, early childhood, and adolescent mental health therapy, with a particular focus on supporting children experiencing trauma, anxiety, and depression. I also work closely with parents and caregivers, providing guidance, practical tools, and support to help them better understand their child’s unique emotional and behavioral needs.

Childhood can be complicated, and big emotions can be difficult for children to understand and express. Sometimes, behaviors that seem confusing or challenging are a child’s way of communicating that they need help. I help children and their families recognize and understand those emotions, identify potential triggers, develop healthy coping skills, and build stronger emotional connections.

Trauma can look different in every child, and healing is not always a straight path. With compassionate support, the right tools, and a strong partnership between therapist, child, and caregiver, children can learn to process difficult experiences, build resilience, and move forward with confidence.

If your child is struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, emotional regulation, or challenging behaviors, I’m here to help you understand what they may be experiencing—and to support your family along the way.

You know your child best. You don’t have to have all the answers before reaching out.