Rachel Simmons

Dr. Rachel Simmons is a licensed clinical psychologist specializing in the treatment of body dysmorphic disorder, OCD, anxiety and mood disorders, life transitions/adjustment, and professional wellness. In her private practice Nene Psychology, she works with adults who reside in Rhode Island, Massachusetts, New York, or Iowa.

Dr. Simmons approaches clients with warmth, non-judgment, and genuine interest. She tailors treatment to the individual and applies interventions backed by scientific research, including cognitive therapy, exposure and response prevention (ERP), and mindfulness/self-compassion training. In addition to individual therapy, she offers groups for individuals with body dysmorphic disorder.

Dr. Simmons received her B.A. from Columbia University and her Ph.D. from the University of Pennsylvania. She completed her fellowship at NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital/Cornell Medical School. She has extensive training in cognitive behavioral therapies. She was a researcher and study therapist at the Body Dysmorphic Disorder Program at Rhode Island Hospital. She is a member of the International OCD Foundation and is a graduate of IOCDF’s Behavior Therapy Training Institute. As a Clinical Assistant Professor at Brown’s Medical School she currently teaches and supervises psychology residents.

Dr. Simmons was trained primarily in urban and VA hospital settings serving diverse multicultural populations. She is committed to inclusive practice. She respects and affirms all aspects of identity and culture that are important to individuals, including ethnic, racial, sexual, gender, and religious identities.