Courtney Plank Rault, LCSW, is a relationship expert, therapist, and lifelong connector dedicated to helping people build deeper, more meaningful connections in every aspect of life.

After earning a Master’s degree in Clinical Social Work and Therapy from Columbia University and receiving clinical training at New York-Presbyterian Hospital Weill Cornell Medical Center, Courtney founded Coco Plank Therapy—a practice specializing in talk therapy for individuals and couples. With a background in finance and Spanish from UC Irvine and years working in finance in San Francisco and New York City, Courtney discovered her true calling in psychotherapy and human connection.

As the clinical director of Coco Plank Therapy, Courtney and her team use Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction, Buddhist Psychology, and Strengths-Based Practices to empower clients to unearth unhelpful patterns and build healthier, more fulfilling relationships. With over a decade of experience in substance use recovery and mental wellness, Courtney has seen firsthand the profound impact of both connection and disconnection. She understands that when connection is missing—whether in relationships, communities, or within ourselves—the effects can be deeply painful, leading to loneliness, addiction, anxiety, and cycles of unhealthy behavior. But she also believes that with awareness, courage, and the right tools, healing and reconnection are always possible.

This passion led her to create Project Connection, a podcast exploring the science, soul, and synchronicity of human connection. Each week, Courtney sits down with industry leaders, creatives, and visionaries to uncover how deep connection fuels success, healing, and purpose. Project Connection is more than just a podcast—it’s a movement toward deeper relationships, stronger communities, and a life rich in meaning and belonging.

✨ Because when we truly connect, everything changes. ✨

Ready to transform the way you connect? Schedule a session or listen to an episode of Project Connection 🎙️💡