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Makaysha Rain - Respark Therapist, Candidate for a Masters in Mental Health Counseling

I am a master's degree candidate in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and a counseling intern at ReSpark. I bring compassion, curiosity, and a nonjudgmental presence to my work, creating a welcoming space where individuals and couples can explore intimacy, sexuality, relationships, and personal growth with openness and authenticity.

With over 25 years of experience in education, coaching, and personal development, I bring a deep appreciation for the courage it takes to embrace vulnerability, navigate challenges, and create meaningful change.

Whether you seek greater clarity in communication, are navigating differences in desire, longing for deeper intimacy, or exploring diverse relationship styles, including consensual non-monogamy, kink, or power dynamics, I offer a supportive space to explore your experiences, deepen self-understanding, and cultivate more fulfilling connections.

My therapeutic approach is collaborative, compassionate, and grounded in the belief that you are the expert on your own experience. I am trained in Internal Family Systems (IFS) and integrate attachment-informed, somatic, and trauma-informed approaches to support greater self-awareness, emotional connection, and authentic expression.

I am passionate about creating a culturally responsive, sex-positive, LGBTQ+ affirming, and inclusive environment where you can deepen self-understanding, strengthen relationships, and embrace your authentic self. I believe that exploring sexuality with curiosity and self-compassion can open the door to greater freedom, pleasure, empowerment, and deeper connection with ourselves and others.

I would love the opportunity to get to know you and explore how I can support you on your journey. Schedule your free consultation with me today.

Rates Start at $125/50 min

Read more about Makaysha!

Therapy Style and Approach: 

My therapeutic style is grounded in the belief that healing happens within safe, attuned connection and that each person has an innate capacity for growth and authenticity. I work from an attachment-informed lens while integrating Internal Family Systems (IFS), somatic awareness, and trauma-informed care to transform protective patterns with curiosity and compassion. As a lifelong vocal coach, musician, and facilitator, I also incorporate the voice, and embodied expression as pathways for regulation and self-discovery.

I am passionate about supporting individuals and couples in deepening self-awareness and cultivating more secure, fulfilling, and sex-positive connections within an affirming and inclusive therapeutic space.

Some Issues Makaysha is Passionate about:

I am passionate about providing gender-affirming, culturally responsive, and care that honors clients, identities and centers each client’s lived experience. I am committed to supporting human and environmental rights, and to creating therapeutic spaces that are inclusive, equitable, and grounded in respect for all identities.

Education Details:

  • B.A. in Interdisciplinary Studies from Naropa University focusing on psychology, education, and music.
  • Candidate for a Masters in Mental Health Counseling from Adams State University

Trainings/Workshops/Conferences Makaysha Has Attended

  • The Sex Catalyst Acadamy with Dr. Hazel Grace
  • Awaken Your Edge: Psychotherapy, Role Play, BDSM and Kink as Healthy Modalities for Breathroughs and Transformation with Michaela Winters
  • Awaken Your Dom: A Deep Dive Into the Art of Dominance with Michaela Winters
  • Sex and Somatics as Medicine
  • Internal Family Systems Level 1 with IFSCA
  • Trauma-Informed Group and Individual Facilitation
  • Psychadelic Medicine for Therapists
  • Liberate Your Voice
  • Sexual Health Alliance National Conference 2026
  • Sexual Health Alliance Individual and Couples Trainings
  • Candidate for Masters in Mental Health Counseling at Adams State University

Personal Interests, Hobbies and Some Fun Facts:

I love singing, ecstatic dance, spending time in nature, hot springs and traveling. I love spending time with my teenager when they'll have me!.

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