Rebecca Leitman

My communication style

I bring a warm, direct, and collaborative style to sessions. I listen closely, ask thoughtful questions, and create space for honesty. My tone is compassionate but grounded. I’ll gently challenge you when useful, and celebrate progress along the way. I check in often to keep our work together aligned with your needs.

My journey to mental healthcare

As an adoptee, I’ve lived the complexity of family systems and identity firsthand. As a brain cancer survivor, I understand resilience through hard treatment. Having lost a loved one to suicide, I know that grief deeply. These experiences, paired with 15+ years as a therapist, shape the compassion I bring to every session.

My goals for you

I help clients clarify what they truly want, then build a clear, realistic path to get there. Together we set goals that feel meaningful, not just measurable, using an Internal Family Systems approach to understand what’s really driving the struggle. I track progress, adjust course as needed, and celebrate the small wins that build lasting change.

Our first session

Our first session is a chance to get to know each other. We’ll talk through what brought you to therapy, your history, and what you’re hoping to gain. There’s no pressure to share everything at once. I’ll ask thoughtful questions, listen closely, and start identifying themes, so we can build a treatment plan that feels right and realistic for you.

I identify as...

• Female
• Caucasian or White
• Jewish, Non-denominational