Rebecca Kerr McWhorter
Rebecca McWhorter, LCSW #87376 I believe therapy starts with meeting you where you are. My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and individualized, focusing on what you want to work on rather than simply focusing on just a diagnosis.
Rebecca McWhorter, LCSW # 87376 I have experience working with individuals across all age groups and within diverse multicultural settings.
I have experience working with individuals across the lifespan and from diverse backgrounds. My clinical experience includes more than eight years in an Enhanced Outpatient Program, where I worked with individuals experiencing complex and severe mental health concerns across a wide range of diagnoses. This experience taught me that every person is different and that therapy should be flexible and tailored to the individual. I draw from different therapeutic approaches and adapt them to your needs, strengths, and goals. My goal is to provide a safe, nonjudgmental space where you can feel heard, develop practical coping skills, better understand yourself, and work toward meaningful change. I have experience with most mental health concerns and diagnoses, though eating disorders are outside my primary area of specialty. Through Telehealth, I am able to connect with clients in a variety of settings and continue doing work that I find deeply meaningful. One of my guiding principles in therapy is that my advice is a direction to explore, not a fact that you have to follow. We will work together to determine what actually works for you. What helps one person may not help another, and I believe therapy should allow room to try different approaches, learn from the experience, and adjust along the way.
First session
Our first session is a chance for us to get to know each other. We’ll start with a little “housekeeping,” answer any questions you have, and review what to expect from therapy. We’ll then talk about what brought you in, your experiences, and what you would like to work on. You don’t need to have everything figured out before we meet. We can take it one step at a time and work together to identify what feels most important and helpful for you.
Strengths
I am trained in several therapeutic approaches designed to create new insights into your feelings and behaviors. Together, we will develop a tailored plan based on your unique needs. This may include clarifying your goals and desires, learning practical tools for healthier communication, and identifying unhelpful patterns as they arise so you can make more intentional choices. I also believe that finding the right therapist is important. Building rapport and feeling comfortable with your therapist are essential parts of the process. If we discover that I am not the right fit for you, I will never be upset or take it personally. My priority is your well-being, and I want you to receive the support that works best for you. If you would like, I am happy to help you explore other therapists or approaches, or you can simply continue your search on your own.
Ideal clients
People With Substance Abuse Disorders Individuals With Mental Illness People With Emotional Difficulties Individuals With Behavior Problems Co-occurring disorders
Treatment methods
Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
This works best for Personality D/O because if talk therapy does not work DBT is the best course of action for personality D/O.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-i)
Cognitive behavioral therapy is used to treat conditions such as depression, anxiety and obsessive-compulsive disorders, and addictions.
Grief Therapy
Grief counseling is a type of professional therapy designed to help you work through the various stages and range of emotions you may feel after a loss. If this is a death you are dealing with, an end of a relationship, or even a loss of a pet.
Location
Virtual sessions
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- CaliforniaLicense 87376