Rebecca Swanney

I hope to give clients an opportunity to feel empowered and in control of their treatment. I believe that many mental health issues stem from or are exacerbated by the current cultural climate we live in. In addition, many of the beliefs we have about ourselves are learned from our families, friends, and societal influences, and those in turn affect our emotions and behaviors. In therapy, we can work together to untangle what beliefs are helping you and which ones are not.
While I work with children and adults of all ages, my areas of focus and interest are in multiracial/ multicultural issues, LGBTQIA+ issues, trauma, PTSD, OCD, eating disorders, neurodiversity (e.g. ADHD, autism), chronic illness, anxiety, and depression.
I believe my neurodiversity helps me see patterns that might not have been noticed before, as well as break through barriers in communication. My approach to therapy is integrative, pulling from cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, play therapy, multiculturalism, and feminist theory.