Supporting You Through Life’s Transitions
Hi, I’m Rebecca Levine, LCSW, a therapist who helps people navigate life transitions, change, and personal growth.
I believe that real change happens when you feel safe, supported, and truly understood. In our work together, my goal is to create a space where you can show up exactly as you are—no pressure to have it all figured out. Together, we’ll talk through what’s feeling hard, get curious about what’s going on beneath the surface, and build tools that actually help in your everyday life. I’m really glad you’re here, and I’d love to connect with you!
Welcome!
About Rebecca
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Los Angeles, California. I earned my undergraduate degree in Psychology from the University of Michigan (Go Blue!) and went on to receive my Master of Social Work (MSW) from the University of Southern California.
Before starting my private practice, I spent over seven years as a therapist with the Los Angeles County Department of Mental Health, working in an outpatient clinic setting. During that time, I had the privilege of supporting a diverse group of clients facing a wide range of challenges—including anxiety, panic, depression, trauma, relationship and interpersonal issues, social anxiety, and major life transitions.
While I worked with adults of all ages, I primarily focused on young adults navigating the complexities of emerging adulthood. I conducted in-depth assessments and developed personalized treatment plans to help clients gain clarity, make meaningful changes, and feel more empowered in their lives.
I also had the opportunity to supervise and train graduate-level social work students—an experience that deepened my commitment to clinical education and the growth of future therapists. This experience shaped my current practice and informed my client-centered, strengths-based approach to therapy.
Specialties
New Moms
Becoming a parent changes so much—your body, your emotions, your relationships, and the way you see yourself. The truth is, while bringing a baby into your life can be incredibly meaningful, it can also feel overwhelming, exhausting, and confusing at times. Many parents are surprised by the wide range of emotions that show up, from joy and love to anxiety, sadness, loneliness, and even confusion about who you are now. If you’re struggling with anxiety, mood changes, or feeling unlike yourself, I’m here to support you. It’s okay if this season feels messy or harder than you expected. I specialize in supporting individuals through the perinatal period—pregnancy, postpartum, and beyond. In our work together, you’ll have a warm, compassionate, and nonjudgmental space to help you make sense of your experience, strengthen your support system, explore what’s underneath, and find ways to help you feel more grounded and supported as you step into this new chapter of life.
Young Adults
You may be entering the workforce, changing careers, managing evolving relationships, or adjusting to new independence and expectations. Navigating your twenties and thirties (and beyond) can feel exciting, overwhelming, and everything in between—full of changes, choices, and questions about who you are and where you’re headed. If life feels a little messy right now, you’re not alone, and you don’t have to go through it on your own. I’m here to walk with you as you make sense of what you’re experiencing, explore who you are becoming, and move forward with greater confidence, clarity, and compassion for yourself.
College Students
College can be an exciting time—but it can also feel overwhelming, confusing, and lonely. I work with college students who are navigating stress, anxiety, academic pressure, identity exploration, relationships, and major life transitions. My approach is warm, collaborative, and grounded in evidence-based practices. Together, we create a space where you can better understand yourself, build coping skills, and feel more capable, a little more grounded, and ready to tackle whatever comes next.
My Approach
Because each individual is unique, I tailor my therapeutic approach to meet the specific needs, goals, and preferences of the person I'm working with. I view therapy as a collaborative process grounded in curiosity, compassion, and respect. My work is rooted in a strengths-based perspective—helping clients recognize and build on their existing capacities for growth and resilience.
I draw from a range of techniques from evidence-based modalities, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Psychodynamic Therapy, Interpersonal Therapy (IPT), and Mindfulness-Based interventions. Integrating these approaches allows me to support clients in increasing self-awareness, identifying patterns, improving emotional regulation, and strengthening relationships—while also providing practical tools to navigate life’s challenges more effectively.
Two especially effective interventions that I am trained in to support you through various life transitions are:
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a structured, evidence-based approach that focuses on the connection between thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. You may be experiencing negative or distorted thinking patterns that contribute to anxiety, low self-esteem, and difficulty coping with life’s challenges. These thoughts can sometimes be automatic and unconscious, or they may be more obvious but still feel difficult to change.
CBT helps increase awareness of these patterns and provides practical tools to challenge and reframe your unhelpful thoughts. If you’re navigating academic pressure, career uncertainty, relationship stress, or identity-related concerns, CBT offers a clear framework for understanding how your thinking influences how you feel and act. Some of these techniques may include:
Cognitive restructuring – learning to recognize automatic negative thoughts and challenge their accuracy or usefulness. This helps reduce self-critical thinking and develop a more balanced and compassionate inner dialogue.
Thought records – structured worksheets that help track situations, emotions, thoughts, and alternative perspectives, allowing for deeper insight into patterns that may be contributing to distress.
Behavioral activation – identifying and engaging in meaningful, values-based activities that can improve motivation, mood, and a sense of purpose, particularly when feeling anxious, stuck, or low.
Through this process, we work together to build healthier thinking habits, improve emotional regulation, and promote more adaptive behaviors—ultimately leading to improved mood, greater confidence, and more effective coping strategies.
Dialectical Behavioral Therapy
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is an evidence-based approach that combines cognitive-behavioral techniques with mindfulness principles to help you better manage intense emotions, improve relationships, and navigate distressing experiences more effectively. DBT can be especially helpful if you are facing challenges related to identity development, mood swings, impulsivity, relationship struggles, or high levels of stress and anxiety.
DBT emphasizes the concept of “dialectics,” or holding two seemingly opposite ideas at once—for example, accepting yourself as you are while also working toward meaningful change. This balance creates space for both compassion and growth.
In my work, I draw from the four core skill areas of DBT:
Mindfulness – building awareness of the present moment and learning to observe your thoughts, feelings, and physical sensations without judgment. This can help reduce reactivity, quiet the inner critic, and increase the ability to fully engage in daily life.
Emotion Regulation – developing tools for you to understand and manage intense emotions, reduce vulnerability to emotional overwhelm, and build more stability and resilience.
Distress Tolerance – learning strategies to cope with pain, discomfort, or crisis situations in healthier ways, without turning to avoidance or self-destructive behaviors.
Interpersonal Effectiveness – building communication and boundary-setting skills to improve relationships, increase assertiveness, and maintain self-respect in interactions with others.
DBT offers a practical, skills-based foundation to increase emotional balance, strengthen self-awareness, and create more meaningful and satisfying connections.
Services
I currently offer therapy exclusively through secure telehealth. While I don’t accept insurance directly, you may be able to use your out-of-network benefits for partial reimbursement. If that’s available through your plan, I can provide a monthly superbill for you to submit to your insurance. I recommend checking with your provider to understand your specific coverage.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Your privacy is important, and confidentiality is a key part of the therapeutic relationship. What you share in therapy is kept private and protected, and I take this responsibility seriously. There are a few situations where I am legally required to break confidentiality in order to protect your safety or the safety of others. These include:
If there is serious risk of harm to yourself or someone else
If I suspect abuse or neglect of a child, elder, or dependent adult
If I receive a court order or legal subpoena
If you give written consent to share information (e.g., to another provider)
If you ever have questions or worries about confidentiality, I’m here to talk about it. Feeling safe and understood is at the heart of our work together.
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Telehealth therapy has been shown to be just as effective as in-person sessions for many people and mental health concerns like anxiety, depression, and stress. It offers the convenience of connecting from home, making it easier to stay consistent with appointments and reducing barriers like travel or scheduling conflicts. Many people find this accessibility helps them stay engaged and make meaningful progress in therapy.
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You have the right to know what therapy will cost — no surprises.
Under the No Surprises Act, you're entitled to a Good Faith Estimate if you're not using insurance or are paying out of pocket. This estimate outlines the expected cost of your therapy services so you can plan ahead with clarity and confidence.
I’ll provide a written estimate before we begin, and I’m happy to answer any questions about it. If your needs or plans change, we’ll update it together.
Your care should feel transparent and supportive — from your first session onward.
Let’s work together
I know how important—and how vulnerable—it can feel to find the right therapist. Taking that first step is a meaningful act of self-care, and I’m here to support you in that process. Because the therapeutic relationship is at the heart of effective therapy, I offer a free 15-minute consultation so we can get to know each other and see if it feels like a good fit. I would be honored to walk alongside you on your journey, and I look forward to connecting with you!