My name is Rebecca Runkles, LPC. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the State of Connecticut. My expertise is working with adolescent and young adult individuals that have or currently experienced trauma, abuse, addiction, sexual assault, as well as symptoms of anxiety, depression, addiction, low self-confidence, self-harm, and suicidal ideation. Additionally, I have done work with clients with intellectual disabilities, from the LGBTQ+ community, and individuals who have been incarcerated. I have worked in the school system, the criminal justice system, and in an outpatient mental health clinic.
My therapeutic lens is person centered and humanistic, in which my clients are seen as the expert in their lives. I believe that a strong therapeutic relationship is important for client growth. I feel that therapy should be an authentic experience, and the client’s need to be listened to, valued, and understood is imperative. I strive to create a safe, non-judgmental, and comfortable environment. My goal is to support clients in working towards being the best versions of themselves, and gaining new perspective on life.
If you are ready to take this step I am here to support and empower you on your journey.
I look forward to working with you!
Additional areas of focus: Addictions, Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Grief, Eating disorders, Parenting issues, Anger management, Coping with life changes, Compassion fatigue, ADHD, Autism and Asperger Syndrome, Domestic violence, Drug and alcohol addiction, Gender dysphoria, Guilt and shame, Intellectual disability, Isolation / loneliness, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Post-traumatic stress, Self-harm, Sexual assault and abuse, Social anxiety and phobia, Women's issues, Young adult issues
Clinical approaches: Client-Centered Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy
CT LPC 4939
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The work Rebecca does is absolutely incredible. She is an amazing therapist and truly cares about her work and her clients. Rebecca helped me grow and transform my life from a really dark time and place and got me to a point where I feel more comfortable and confident than I ever imagined. I will miss working with her dearly and recommend her to anyone who is struggling to find their way.
Written on Dec 27, 2022 after therapy with Rebecca for 1 year and 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, grief, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Rebecca has been extremely helpful in letting me express the issues I've been having and has made me feel very comfortable in opening up about them as well. She listens and has given some great feedback that has helped me understand and even come to terms with things. I feel as though a huge weight has been lifted off my shoulders and that I can continue to better myself in many ways. I can't thank her enough!
Written on Jul 06, 2021 after therapy with Rebecca for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, and self esteem
Rebecca is a great communicator and is very flexible in her working style. It has been a pleasure being able to interact with her.
Written on Jun 21, 2021 after therapy with Rebecca for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and addictions