Rachael Joy Gilbert helps overwhelmed women tend to their hearts - so they can live with peace, confidence, and real joy.

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I see you.

You’re doing all the things: caring for your people, showing up for your work, pouring into your church, but deep down, something feels off.

You love God, but lately your heart feels weary. Shame whispers you’re not enough, and comparison keeps turning up the pressure. Your peace is slipping, your joy feels thin, and you can’t remember the last time you checked in with your heart.

You weren’t meant to live with an untended heart.

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Hi, I'm Rachael Joy.

I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor, author, speaker, and show host. But more than that, I'm someone who knows what it's like to look confident on the outside while wrestling with insecurity on the inside.

For years, I loved Jesus but still battled anxiety and self-doubt. I know how it feels when your heart is weary and your joy feels thin. That's why I'm here - to walk with you, not preach at you, as you learn to tend to your heart.

With thousands of hours counseling women and speaking at churches and conferences across the country, I combine clinical expertise with biblical wisdom to bring peace and practicality to every conversation.

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Every week, Rachael invites listeners into honest, joy-filled conversations about what's really going on beneath the surface.

Through biblical truth, real-life stories, and a little laughter, she helps you connect your faith to your everyday emotions - so you can live from a secure, peaceful heart.

This is a safe space for women who are tired of striving and ready to walk in freedom. These are the conversations that bring hearts back to life and help you find real joy along the way.

You'll find yourself saying,
“I love this conversation!”

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You see, when you start tending to your heart, everything changes.

You feel secure and confident in who you are in Christ. Peace begins to replace pressure. You learn to process emotions in healthy, God-honoring ways. Joy returns, even in the middle of the mess. Your faith becomes steady, and others can see it. And you finally experience the freedom to pursue the dreams inside your heart.

It all starts with a conversation.

And that conversation starts here.

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Published Author

Rachael is the author of Image Restored: Tear Down Shame and Insecurity to Experience a Body Image Renovation, endorsed by Max Lucado and published by David C Cook.

With thousands of copies sold, this book combines clinical expertise with biblical truth to help women experience freedom from body shame.

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Kind Words

  • "Rachael Joy Gilbert is a powerful voice in today's culture. She beautifully blends encouragement and truth to help women move forward with confidence, purpose, and faith in Jesus."

    Andrea Fortenberry, MomCo Leadership Development Manager

  • "Each time Rachael Joy Gilbert speaks at our conference, she brings a compelling, Christ-centered message. She is deeply grounded in God’s Word, and the fruit of her walk with Him is evident in both her life and the way she encourages and equips the women we serve. "

    Kristin Lemus of The Declare Conference

  • "Rachael Gilbert is a joy to work with from start to finish. Her genuine heart for attendees comes through in an engaging, relatable, and deeply personable way. Your people leave feeling seen and carrying practical wisdom that actually sticks."

    Jen Weaver, Declare conference cohost

  • "Rachael speaks with authenticity, warmth, and a heart devoted to Christ. Her messages blend biblical truth with real-life insight, inspiring audiences to find healing, hope, and lasting joy."

    Dr. Linda Hoover, pastor, psychologist, and Chief Academic Officer at The King’s University

  • "I have had the pleasure of hearing Rachael Joy Gilbert speak many times at various events, and she is consistently excellent. She is a highly organized speaker who delivers clear, thoughtful messages with practical, actionable takeaways that audiences can immediately apply."

    Michelle Acker, co-host of The Declare Conference, speaker, author, artist

  • "Rachael brought such an uplifting message to the women at Liberty Christian's annual Ladies Tea. Her heart was on display as she spoke to them about their unique God-given design and the call He has on each of their lives. Her message was warm and refreshing, and the ladies left feeling encouraged and free! "

    Beth Ann Kehoe, Volunteer Engagement Associate, Liberty Christian School

  • "Rachael leads with integrity, joy, and an unmistakable love for the Lord and His Word. Drawing from a deep well of wisdom and lived experience, she offers counsel that is both practical and transformative. Any encounter with Rachael—on stage, on a podcast, or one-on-one—leaves you encouraged, equipped, and enriched—and she’s a whole lot of fun!"

    Terra Mattson, MA LMFT, LPC; Author, Podcaster & Founder of Living Wholehearted & Courageous GIrls

The Future of Heart Work

 As this community grows, so does the vision.

Rachael is laying the foundation for Real JOY Ministries - a nonprofit designed to help women everywhere tend to their hearts through retreats, mentorship, and soul care resources.

This ministry will create spaces where women can experience emotional and spiritual healing, live securely in who they are in Christ, and walk confidently in peace and joy.

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