Rebecca Phelps-Smith

Rebecca Phelps-Smith is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) practicing in Massachusetts. She focuses on helping people who are feeling overwhelmed by stress, anxiety, depression, or life changes. Rebecca aims to create a calm, practical space where people can talk through pressing concerns and find clearer ways forward.

She uses mindfulness practices to help clients notice patterns and build small daily habits that reduce reactivity. She also draws on client-centered methods to keep sessions focused on each person's goals and values. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy ideas are part of her toolkit when thoughts and behaviors are getting in the way of daily life.

Rebecca has 15 years of experience across clinical and emergency settings. That background includes work in crisis intervention and supporting people exposed to trauma. She often helps those dealing with compassion fatigue, caregiver stress, or the stresses that come with high-pressure jobs.

People commonly bring concerns such as relationship strain, grief, sleep or eating issues, ADHD, panic, obsessive thoughts, and mood disorders. Rebecca also supports those coping with post-traumatic stress, first responder and veteran stress, and career-related strain.

Her approach is practical and person-focused. She listens first, then helps set small, manageable goals. Sessions typically mix reflection, skills practice, and real-world problem solving so clients can test new ways of coping between meetings.

How Rebecca Uses Mindfulness and Practical Therapies Online

Rebecca often combines Mindfulness Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in working with concerns like anxiety, stress, and grief. Mindfulness Therapy teaches simple noticing and breathing practices to reduce reactivity and increase present-moment awareness. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening closely and following the client’s priorities so sessions match what matters most. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy helps identify unhelpful thoughts and try new behaviors to change day-to-day patterns.

Choosing the right approach is collaborative. Rebecca will talk with each person about their goals, test different techniques, and adjust the plan based on what works. The first few sessions often focus on building rapport and picking a few small skills to try between meetings.

Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. They also let people practice mindfulness and coping skills in the places where they actually live and work, which can make new habits stick better.