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Rachael Mecholsky Pelikan
LPC, LCADC, LPAT, ATR-BC
Therapist & Art Therapist | Addictions Counselor | Eating Disorder Specialist

Rachael Mecholsky Pelikan
LPC, LCADC, LPAT, ATR-BC, CCTP
Therapist & Art Therapist | Addictions Counselor | Eating Disorder Specialist

Everyone deserves a space where they feel safe, seen, and supported while doing the hard work of healing. My approach is grounded in the belief that lasting change happens through connection, curiosity, and compassion. I work with children (4+), teens, young adults, and adults, with specialized focus in eating disorders/disordered eating, trauma recovery, anxiety, and identity exploration. Whether you're feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure where to begin, my goal is to help you feel understood and confident in your ability to heal and grow. My style is authentic, warm, and direct once trust is established. I bring humor, realness, and a collaborative spirit into therapy — clients often share that they feel comfortable, supported, and “able to be themselves” with me. I value bringing in families when working with younger clients, because healing often strengthens everyone involved. I use EMDR, trauma-informed approaches, creative art-based therapy, and addiction certified treatment. Treatment is always individualized — we work together to find what best fits your needs, strengths, and goals. My passion for this work comes not just from training, but also lived experience. Navigating my own journey with anxiety, disordered eating, and growing up in a blended family shaped the way I show up: with empathy, openness, and deep respect for every client’s path. I believe every person has the capacity to heal — and no one should have to do it alone.

11/02/2026

We don’t think twice about giving our pets medication when they need support. So why do we hold ourselves (or others) to a different standard?

Taking psychiatric medication doesn’t mean you’re weak, broken, or taking the “easy way out.” It means you’re utilizing a tool that may help you manage your mental health.

Medication isn’t necessary for everyone, and it isn’t a magic fix. But for some, it can make symptoms more manageable and create space to engage more effectively in therapy and everyday life.

Research supports combining therapy and medication for many mental health conditions when clinically appropriate. There’s no shame in needing one, the other, or both.

Tink gets the support she needs without judgment. You deserve that same compassion. 🐶🤍

10/29/2026

A little behind-the-scenes look at what happens when an art therapist with a creative vision seriously underestimates a DIY project. 🤡

I went into this thinking it would be a fun way to prepare for our annual Halloween party. Instead, I got a reminder that even the things we love can become overwhelming when we put too much pressure on ourselves.

As a therapist, I spend a lot of time helping others navigate frustration, expectations, and disappointment. But that doesn’t mean I’m immune to experiencing those same feelings myself.

Sometimes it’s easier to recognize these patterns in others than in ourselves.

And sometimes the most therapeutic thing we can do is acknowledge our limits, lean on our support system, and give ourselves a little grace.

Shoutout to my husband, Ryan Pelikan, LCADC, LSW, CTP, for being the best partner through all the chaos. 🤍

Still mourning those LED lights, though. 😂

09/24/2026

Just waiting for Netflix to call 🎬😅

But seriously, so many of the things we’ve been taught to “fix” about our bodies are completely normal parts of having a body.

Bodies change. Weight fluctuates. Skin has texture. We age. We have cellulite, stretch marks, wrinkles, body hair, and rolls.

And there is a LOT of money to be made when we’re convinced those things are problems.

Diet and beauty culture often give us an impossible standard to compare ourselves to, then offer a product, program, procedure, or plan promising to help us finally reach it.

This is something we talk about in therapy, especially when working with negative body image, disordered eating, eating disorders, or low self esteem. Part of the work can be learning to recognize where these beliefs about our bodies came from, questioning the messages we’ve internalized, and separating our worth from how closely we fit an ever changing standard.

Maybe the goal doesn’t have to be constantly trying to fix our bodies.

Maybe we can start questioning who taught us they needed fixing in the first place. 🤍

09/17/2026

Sometimes therapy comes with four paws 🐾

Meet Tink, one of the pups you may see around the office!

For some clients, having a dog in session can help the space feel calmer, more comfortable, and a little less clinical. Whether it’s a cuddle during a tough moment or just having a furry friend nearby, our pups can bring a little extra comfort to the therapy room.

Dogs are always optional and aren’t present in the office at all times. You’re also welcome to request a pup join your session! 🐶

Have allergies, a fear of dogs, or just prefer a dog free session? Let us know! We’re always happy to accommodate you.

Tink is pretty convinced she makes a great co therapist. 🐾✨

09/09/2026

“But I hate my recovered body…”

This is something I hear from clients often.

Restoring food intake is an incredibly important part of eating disorder recovery, but the work often doesn’t end there. Once nourishment becomes more consistent, a lot of the work shifts toward body image and learning how to exist in a changing body without constantly evaluating, criticizing, or trying to control it.

The goal doesn’t have to be loving your body every day. Often, we work toward body neutrality.

That can look like noticing changes in your body without immediately labeling them as “good” or “bad.” Recognizing that bodies naturally change throughout different seasons and stages of life. Separating what your body looks like from your worth, identity, or how you believe you’re “allowed” to feel about yourself.

Because body image work isn’t really about creating the “right” body.

It’s about the internal work of changing the way we think about, judge, and relate to our bodies.

Recovery isn’t learning to love every reflection.

Sometimes it’s learning that the reflection doesn’t need to determine how you feel about yourself. 🤍

09/02/2026

A little throwback to creating one of my favorite walls in the office 🎨✨

When designing the kids’ space at RMP, I wanted it to feel like more than just a therapy office. I wanted it to feel unique, welcoming, playful, and fun. A space where kids can walk in and immediately feel a little more comfortable being themselves.

Watching this wall come to life was such a fun part of making that vision a reality. 🧡🌼

Because therapy spaces don’t have to feel clinical, especially when they’re made for kids.

Address

1201 New Road, Suite 132
Linwood, NJ
08221

Telephone

+16095942862

Website

https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/rachael-mecholsky-somers-point-nj/1025168

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