Her Story
About Rachael
Rachael Massey is a Case Manager at Robles Ranch Mental Health in Paso Robles, California, where she supports individuals on their mental health and recovery journeys. In her role, she facilitates therapeutic groups focused on topics such as mindfulness, emotional regulation, healthy relationships, active listening, and art therapy under clinical supervision. She also provides case management services, coordinates client care, completes clinical documentation, and assists clients with referrals, appointments, and aftercare planning. Her professional experience also includes working as a behavioral interventionist and substitute teacher, supporting children and adolescents with behavioral, emotional, and developmental needs. Massey has recently completed her Bachelor of Science in Psychology at California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, where she has maintained strong academic performance. Her educational journey began at Allan Hancock College before she earned an associate degree from Cuesta College, where she was a member of the Honors Society. In addition to her professional work, she has served as a presenter for National Alliance on Mental Illness, sharing her family's lived experience with mental health challenges to inspire hope and reduce stigma. Known for her resilience, compassion, and perseverance, Massey has balanced her education and career while raising three children, demonstrating an unwavering commitment to personal and professional growth. She believes kindness, respect, and purposeful living are the foundation of meaningful relationships and effective service. Deeply committed to giving back, she has volunteered with organizations supporting orphanages, homeless outreach, and children's charities. Through every stage of her journey, Massey has remained dedicated to making a positive difference in the lives of others and strengthening the communities she serves.
Her Interview
Ten minutes with Rachael
01What do you attribute your success to?
I've always been very persistent. Ever since I was a kid, when I'd get my mind set on something, I did not give up. No matter how many times I would fail at something, if it was something that I really wanted to be good at or achieve, I would stick with it. I also have proven to be resilience. I have endured many life challenges and allowed those things to bring increased humility, compassion, and strength.
02What’s the best career advice you’ve ever received?
Find something that gives you meaning and purpose. And then you don't necessarily feel like it's work. It kind of feels more life-giving than taking.
03What advice would you give to young women entering your industry?
When you get into something you really care about, there are pros and cons. You may hold onto things a bit more. It may take more practice to go home and leave work at work. But at the same time what you're doing every day really matters to you, and that's why you want to do so well at it. When you find that thing that you just can't do well enough at, you just want to keep improving, that's when you know you're in the right place.
04What are the biggest challenges or opportunities in your field right now?
Constantly questioning and wanting to do better, wanting to grow. Wanting to have the answers, but in this field you're never going to have all the answers. Things are more flexible, there's more gray. Another challenge is it's not about fixing or someone having a peaceful perfect life, it's a process of improvement and progress, and you have to let go and not let it eat you up.
05What values are most important to you in your work and personal life?
Kindness and respect with all people. You never know the day someone's had. Living purposefully and intentionally, making decisions and choices that will have a positive impact.
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