Rychel Johnson

Medical Reviewer

Rychel Johnson is a valued member of the Medical Affairs team, serving as our dedicated medical reviewer. As a licensed clinical professional counselor, Rychel brings specialized expertise in anxiety treatment and social skills development to MentalHealth.com.

Her academic achievements include a Master's Degree in Counseling Psychology from The University of Kansas and a Bachelor of General Studies with a focus on Psychology and Behavioral Sciences. Rychel's commitment to providing quality mental health support extends beyond her profession, as she is also licensed as a Professional Counselor. Apart from her professional pursuits, Rychel is passionate about various causes, including Animal Welfare, Arts and Culture, and Civil Rights and Social Action.

With her dedication to mental health advocacy and her extensive knowledge in the field, Rychel plays a crucial role in ensuring the accuracy and relevance of the content we provide to our readers.


Education

The University of Kansas

Master's Degree, Counseling Psychology 2008 - 2010

Bachelor of General Studies, Psychology; Behavioral Sciences 2005 - 2007


Clinically reviewed by Rychel Johnson

Medically Reviewed
  • Feb 14th 2023
  • Est. 5 minutes read

Avoidant personality disorder and social anxiety are separate mental conditions that are characterized by an intense fear of social situations. Whilst these...

Medically Reviewed
  • Feb 14th 2023
  • Est. 9 minutes read

Autism spectrum disorder is a developmental disorder that can be present in children and adults, typically emerging by age three...

Medically Reviewed
  • Feb 13th 2023
  • Est. 15 minutes read

Anger is part and parcel of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), as it’s one of the hyperarousal symptoms commonly noted among people...

Medically Reviewed
  • Feb 2nd 2023
  • Est. 2 minutes read

Medically Reviewed
  • Feb 2nd 2023
  • Est. 12 minutes read

Medically Reviewed
  • Feb 1st 2023
  • Est. 4 minutes read

Histrionic personality disorder (HPD) is a psychiatric disorder that causes exaggerated emotions and attention-seeking behavior. Commonly known as dramatic personality behavior,...

Medically Reviewed
  • Jan 31st 2023
  • Est. 10 minutes read

Borderline personality disorder (BPD) is a mental health disorder that affects how you think and feel about yourself and others...

Medically Reviewed
  • Jan 17th 2023
  • Est. 4 minutes read

Schizophrenia is a mental health condition associated with symptoms of psychosis, as well as disturbances in perception, behavior, and thinking...

  • Written by Dr. Jenni Jacobsen, PHD
  • Clinically Reviewed by Rychel Johnson