Therapist profile
Rebecca Boardman, LISW, LICSW
West Virginia
Licensed clinical social worker - Anger and trauma
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- CredentialsLISW, LICSW
- LicenseLICSW, West Virginia / DP00942740; LISW, Ohio / I.2102950
- NPI1942610522
- Experience14 years
- LanguagesEnglish
- LocationWest Virginia
About
- CBT techniques
- DBT skills
- Values-based ACT
About Rebecca
Rebecca Boardman is a Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW) and a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) with 14 years of experience. She practices in West Virginia and works with adults facing stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma, anger, depression, relationship strain, grief, and related concerns. Sessions focus on practical steps clients can use between meetings to manage feelings and behavior.
Her background includes a Master of Social Work from West Virginia University and focused coursework toward Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. Rebecca describes a direct, interactive style. She prefers straightforward conversations that focus on what to try next rather than long theory talks.
Rebecca uses several evidence-based approaches to help people notice patterns and change unhelpful reactions. She draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to identify thinking habits, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) skills for distress tolerance and emotion regulation, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to clarify values and actions.
In practice she blends attachment-informed ideas and client-centered methods to listen and respond to individual needs. That means sessions often alternate between skill practice, problem solving, and looking at relationship patterns that keep problems alive. People leave with concrete techniques to use when anger or stress ramps up.
Her work covers a wide range of life issues including parenting, career challenges, sleep and eating concerns, ADHD, and grief. Rebecca emphasizes steady, practical changes people can use day to day to reduce reactivity and rebuild important relationships.
How sessions work
How her approaches translate to online sessions
Rebecca commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to identify and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, which helps with anxiety, anger, and mood problems. She also uses Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) skills to teach distress tolerance and emotion regulation for times when feelings escalate. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps clarify what matters to a person and guides small actions that match those values.Finding the right mix of methods is part of the work. Rebecca collaborates with each person to decide which approach or combination fits their goals and preferences. Sessions typically combine skill practice, short homework exercises, and discussion about how to apply tools in everyday situations.
The practical benefits of online work include fitting sessions around work and family obligations and avoiding travel time. Confirm the current session options before booking to know which formats are offered. Many people find remote sessions make it easier to attend regular appointments and to practice skills between meetings without changing their daily routine.
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Experience
14+ years
Listed in
West Virginia, Ohio
Languages
English
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she help with?
She works with adults dealing with stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma, anger, depression, relationship and family concerns, grief, and related issues.
What is her therapy style like?
Her style is interactive and client-centered with straightforward conversations that focus on practical steps and skill practice.
How much experience does she have?
Rebecca has 14 years of clinical experience working with a variety of adult concerns and life challenges.
What credentials and region does she practice in?
She is an LISW and a LICSW, licensed in Ohio as LISW and in West Virginia as LICSW, practicing from West Virginia.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions scheduled and paid?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Choose the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first session.
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