Hello and welcome!

I'm Rebecca. A therapist, a human, and someone who's spent enough time on both sides of the couch to know that life is wildly complicated and breathtakingly beautiful, sometimes in the same hour. I specialize in anxiety, depression and trauma, using evidence based methods to help you move forward. I also specialize in work life balance and personal fulfillment, women's health issues, relationships, parenting and ADHD. Not sure what you need but know something is off, that's ok, we can figure it out together.

My style

My therapy style is holistic and collaborative, pulling from different approaches depending on need, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), mindfulness, Dialectical Behavior Therapy and strengths based therapy. I am compassionate and non judgmental but not afraid to be direct and ask tough questions. I am passionate about helping you find healing, balance, and true happiness. This often includes a dash of humor.

I’m someone who genuinely loves to learn, whether that means diving into the latest research in mental health or getting lost in a great fantasy or sci-fi novel. (If you’re a fellow book lover, I always have a recommendation ready.) In my free time, I enjoy exploring new restaurants, practicing Pilates, and spending time with my husband and daughter.

Credentials

Formal Education

University at Buffalo, Master of Social Work (MSW)

University at Buffalo, Bachelor of Arts (BA)

Concentration: psychology

Certifications and Licensure

California Licensed Clinical Social Worker #69097

I have been an EMDR trained therapist since 2012, completing 6 days of in person training and follow up consultation, with The EMDR Humanitarian Assistance Program. Learn more here: www.emdrhap.org

I am also certified in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (C-DBT) an ADHD Certified Clinical Services Provider (ADHD-CCSP).

Specialized Trainings

ADHD Clinical Services Provider (ADHD-CCSP) Certification Course

Certified Dialectical Behavior Therapy Professional (C-DBT) Training: An Advanced Online Skills Training for Adapting Dialectical Behavior Therapy for Everyday Clinical Needs

Advanced Nutritional and Integrative Medicine for Mental Health Professionals

Mindfulness, Advances in Psychotherapy

Women and Mental Health

Trauma Recovery / HAP EMDR Basic Training

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