- Client-centered approach
- Attachment-informed care
- Mindfulness and CBT
About Rebecca
Dr. Rebecca Wiersma is a licensed clinical social worker who brings 11 years of mental health experience to her practice. She holds a doctorate in philosophy with an emphasis on social work practice, and she focuses on helping people manage stress, mood challenges, and parenting concerns. Rebecca speaks English and practices in Michigan as an MI LMSW.
Rebecca starts by listening to each person's story and priorities. She uses a client-centered way of working that keeps the person's needs first. Sessions are practical and grounded, with strategies drawn from several approaches rather than a fixed protocol.
Many clients come with anxiety, depression, bipolar mood concerns, grief, or anger. Others seek help for relationship and family-related concerns, attachment issues, or challenges tied to adoption and foster care. Rebecca also supports people facing life changes, career stress, isolation, and compassion fatigue.
Her work mixes cognitive behavioral ideas with mindfulness and attachment-informed thinking. She also draws from psychodynamic perspectives and psycho-education to help people understand patterns and build new coping skills. The emphasis is on clear, doable steps clients can use between sessions.
Rebecca tailors her approach to what each person needs and values. She helps people set realistic goals and checks in on progress as therapy continues. To begin, the site matching process is used to connect people with a session schedule that fits their situation.
How these approaches guide online therapy
Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on early relationship patterns and how they shape current connections. It looks at how trust, safety, and closeness developed, and helps people understand and change repeated interaction styles that cause pain.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, breaks problems into thoughts, feelings, and actions. It teaches clear strategies to test unhelpful thoughts and try small behavioral changes that reduce anxiety, low mood, and unhelpful cycles.
Rebecca views the choice of approach as a collaboration. She will talk with each person about goals and preferences, then suggest methods that match those aims. Adjustments are made along the way so the work stays relevant and useful.
If you are considering online therapy, confirm which session formats are currently offered before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit appointments into a busy life, shorten travel time, or allow for a brief check-in during a work break. Different approaches lend themselves to different session rhythms, and Rebecca will help decide what fits your needs and schedule.
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Experience
11+ years
Credentials
Michigan
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does this therapist help with?
She works with a wide range of issues including anxiety, depression, bipolar mood concerns, parenting and attachment issues, grief, anger, and stress-related problems.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
The style is client-centered and practical, combining listening with skills-based work from cognitive behavioral, mindfulness, and attachment-informed approaches.
What is her professional background?
She has 11 years of experience in mental health and holds a doctorate in philosophy focused on social work practice, plus an MI LMSW credential.
Where is she based and licensed?
She practices in Michigan and holds an MI LMSW credential as listed in her profile.
Are sessions offered in languages other than English?
Sessions are offered in English.
What session formats are available?
Session formats are not specified in the biography; please confirm current session options before booking.
How does billing and cost work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I start working with this therapist?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to the therapist's availability.