Who We Are
Curious Things is a therapy practice for the misfits, the makers, and the people who’ve always felt a little too much or not enough. It’s for the ones who crave both safety and self-expression.
Here, therapy isn’t sterile or one-size-fits-all. It’s curious, creative, affirming, and built around the idea that you don’t need to be fixed, you need to be explored.
Meet the founder
Founder · Therapist · Performer · Creative Human
Hi, I’m Rae! Owner and founder of Curious Things.
I’m a queer, neurodivergent therapist with a background in both mental health care and the performing arts. Before I became a therapist, I lived a lot of lives: actor, clown, professor, strawberry picker, teaching artist — you name it. All of those experiences taught me how deeply creativity, resilience, and play connect to healing.
In the therapy room, I bring curiosity, empathy, and creativity into every session. My goal is to create a space where you can show up exactly as you are: the messy parts, the brilliant parts, the parts still unfolding.
I work with:
LGBTQIA+ and gender expansive individuals
Neurodivergent folks (especially ADHD, Autism, AuDHD)
Mixed-neurotype couples & relationships (poly/ENM, chosen family, adult siblings)
People navigating trauma, identity shifts, and career overwhelm
Creatives, performers, and “intellectualizers” who want to feel, not just think
*Rae Buchanan is a an LGPC counselor under the clinical supervision of Dr. Tiffany Wicks, Ed.D., MS, LPC, LCPC, of Wicks Psychotherapy.
If you are located in the District of Columbia and seeking care from Rae, she may see you virtually through Wicks Psychotherapy.
DC License: LGPC200001787
Maryland License: LGP1511
Kelsie Rae Slaugh
Our Beliefs
Therapy should feel like sitting with someone who’s genuinely curious about you — not like a cold, clinical checklist. We use an integrated approach that blends traditional talk therapy with Brainspotting, creative expression, and community-informed care.
At Curious Things, we always stand for:
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Radical inclusivity
Every identity, every body, every neurotype and ability is welcome.
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Authentic expression
You don’t need to shrink or mask, here. Whatever way you show up, you’re safe.
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Creative Exploration
Healing doesn’t have to happen in straight lines or only through words.
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Community & Connection
We foster connection so you can remember that you’re not alone.
A Note From Rae
I value curiosity, empathy, & creativity our work together. With an integrated model, I use somatic, Brainspotting, feminist, IFS, PACT, & creative interventions.
(Ah! Rae, why all the therapy words?! Don’t worry, it just means we explore thoughts & emotions through the body & mind. Sometimes moving, drawing, talking, or considering social/political factors)
Ready to explore the deep components of who you are?
Grab your emotional water bottle and come have a seat on my couch (or the floor, you do you).
I see a variety of clients in Maryland and DC, and cannot wait to learn more about who you are.
FAQs
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Payment is collected at the time of service. A credit card is saved on file through Sessions Health, our electronic health record, and processed via Stripe. You will never be charged ahead of your session.
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Curious Things is a self-pay practice, meaning we are not credentialed with any insurance companies and do not take insurance.
However, we can provide you with a superbill if your insurance provides OON coverage.
For more information on OON benefits, check out this resource: DOWNLOAD -
Clients can cancel or reschedule sessions for any reason 24+ hours prior to your session. More than 24 hours notice of changes will not result in any fee.
With 24 hours notice or less, clients are charged the full session fee. This respects both of our time and the commitment we have entered into.
This includes both late cancellations and no-show appointments.Consideration is given to emergency situations. Please reach out if you have any questions or concerns.
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Curious Things utilizes an integrated approach to therapy.
Some primary methods utilized include: Gestalt, Somatic, Internal Family Systems (IFS), Feminist Theory, Expressive Modalities such as therapeutic art, Brainspotting, Psychobiological Approach to Couples Therapy (PACT).In non-therapeutic terms, this means that social, political, and personal factors are considered in conjunction with your presenting concerns.
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Rae is a Licensed Graduate Professional Counselor (LGPC) who holds graduate degrees in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and Acting, and an undergraduate degree in Musical Theatre.
Additional trainings and specializations include:Upcoming: Brainspotting Level 2 - Estimated completion December 2025
Upcoming: PACT Level 2 - Estimated completion November 2025
The Ethical Use of Art in Therapy - 2025
Presented by the Ferentz Institute
IFS: Informed Parts, Curiosity and Creativity through Clay and Collage Including Play Therapy - 2024
Presented by Peggy Kolodny, MA, ATR-BC, LCPAT - 2024
Brainspotting - Level 1 trained - 2024
Developed by David Grand, Ph.D. and trained by Cesilia González-Esparza, MS, LPC, NCC
Prepare/Enrich Facilitator - 2024
A Psychobiological Approach to Couple Therapy® (PACT) - Level 1 trained - 2024
Developed by Dr. Stan Tatkin and trained by Dr. Stan Tatkin
Changing the ADHD Brain: Moving Beyond Medication - Webinar, 2024
Clinical Applications of Internal Family Systems Therapy - 2024
Maryland Counseling Association - Member since 2023