Rebecca ​S​t​.​ ​J​a​m​e​s , CSW-PIP, LMSW

Rebecca St. James is a licensed social worker who places the therapeutic relationship at the center of care, believing that trust and rapport are essential to positive outcomes. She is committed to empowering people to tap their strengths and move toward meaningful change, and she draws on a blend of evidence-informed methods to support that work. Rebecca has experience helping people managing depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, trauma, abuse, grief, and a variety of other life stressors.

Her practice is client-centered and strengths-based, with substantial use of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), along with elements of Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) as appropriate. Rebecca approaches sessions with respect, genuineness, and positivity, treating each person as the expert of their own story while offering guidance and practical strategies to meet their goals. She holds CSW-PIP and LMSW credentials; LMSW indicates Licensed Master Social Worker and CSW-PIP is a professional social work credential she maintains.

Rebecca recognizes that beginning therapy takes courage, and she aims to create an experience that feels accessible and hopeful. She collaborates with individuals to identify clear goals and develop realistic plans to address the challenges they bring to therapy.

Approaches and online care tailored to your needs

Rebecca often uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help people recognize and shift unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns; CBT is practical and goal-oriented, often used for anxiety, depression, and mood concerns. She also incorporates Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), which focuses on clarifying personal values and learning to accept difficult feelings while committing to meaningful action - this approach can be helpful for stress, chronic worry, and life transitions. Elements of Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) are used when emotion regulation, distress tolerance, or interpersonal skills need focused attention, offering concrete tools for managing intense emotions.

Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the work. Rebecca collaborates with each person to determine which methods fit their goals, needs, and preferences, and she adjusts the plan as progress unfolds so the care remains a good match.

Online therapy with Rebecca is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, providing flexibility to connect in ways that suit a person’s schedule and comfort level. These options make it easier to maintain regular sessions and to access licensed professionals from home or elsewhere, supporting consistency and continuity of care.