You’re In Good Company

FOR MODERN
TIMES

MINDFUL
CONNECTIONS

Rachel Joy Barehl is a dating doula, superconnector, and anthropologist of modern dating — known locally as the Columbus Matchmaker.

She works with intentional daters seeking partnership with a desire to approach dating differently. She blends curiosity, discernment, and a vast network of connections, to help people navigate dating with more clarity, confidence, and humanity.

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  • In just one hour, Rachel connected with me in a way I didn’t know was possible. As a young introverted man with limited dating experience, she helped me see the value of support, confidence, and even the power of affirmations. I don’t often seek help, but I don’t recall a moment in my life where I felt so moved by someone I barely knew.

    —Nate

  • The quality of dates was better than any I’d gone on before working with Rachel — and that’s because of her matchmaking skills and her ability to vet people much better than a short online profile. Every single date left me more energized.

    —Dan

  • Not only was connection possible but it was prioritized. You show up to the space knowing that it was been ordained with best case outcomes.

    -Q

  • Talking about my personal life, and what I wanted it to be (and not be), felt easy and natural. Rachel was encouraging yet realistic—no upsell, no hype—just genuine enthusiasm and fresh thinking.

    -Mike

  • Dating Differently and working with Rachel shifted my entire perspective on dating. The process challenged me in a good way, helped me reconnect with myself, and showed me that love is truly possible for me. I’m now dating someone exclusively and approaching relationships with more clarity, confidence, and intention. I’m so grateful for the door Rachel helped open in my life.

    — Dating Differently Client

In Good Company is a home base for daters.
A soft place to land for the big-hearted and curious.
A playground for your brave, tender inner child.
A pit crew for those putting real effort into love.
And most of all, we lead with kindness—
especially when modern dating forgets how.