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Rebecca Rodas, LCAT, MPS(She/Her/Hers)

(She/Her/Hers)
Licensed Creative Arts Therapist, LCAT
New York
Trauma- LGBTQIA, gender, & sexuality topics-Artists' mental health-Nonmonogamy, polyamory, and kink- Anxiety - Depression-
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Professional statement

Rebecca Rodas, LCAT, is a New York based creative arts therapist and healer whose work is rooted in the belief that being truly seen, accepted, and loved can transform a person's relationship with themselves and the world around them. She approaches therapy as both a sacred practice and a form of resistance against systems that disconnect us from ourselves and each other.

She works with couples, individuals, and groups across a wide spectrum of identities and experiences. Rebecca has a deep commitment to the LGBTQ+ community, including transgender and gender non-binary individuals with over 8 years of experience. She also works extensively with Hispanic and Latine communities, neurodivergent and highly sensitive people, activists, creatives, non-conformists, and those in non-traditional relationship structures including polyamorous and non-monogamous partnerships.

Rebecca pulls from a diverse range of frameworks, theories, and practices uniquely designed for each client, which may include but are not limited to psychodynamic, trauma focused, somatic, emotionally focused, CBT, creative arts, decolonial practices, movement based healing, EFT tapping, and spiritual hygiene.

Disrupting oppressive systems and reconnecting clients to their ancestral strength is central to her practice. For clients drawn to this, she embraces spirituality, astrology, and tarot as tools for deeper self-understanding, self-actualization, ancestral wisdom, guidance, and resilience. In case you are curious, she is a Leo sun, Aries moon, and Libra rising.

Rebecca holds an MPS in Art Therapy with a specialization in Addictionology, understanding substance use through the lens of relational trauma. Her clinical background spans over a decade with extraordinarily diverse populations across New York City, including HIV/AIDS communities, immigrant and Spanish speaking populations, domestic violence and sexual trauma survivors, clients navigating transitions, grief, identity, neurodivergence, trauma, and addiction across all ages.

Rebecca offers fully remote sessions in New York State, accepts Cigna insurance, and offers sliding scale fees.


Message to clients

For as long as I can remember, I have been drawn to people, their complexity, their pain, and their potential. Growing up I felt too different, too sensitive, misunderstood, and like I did not belong anywhere, culturally or otherwise. I longed for someone or somewhere that could truly hold all of me. My own experiences with therapy left me disappointed and hurt. That pain drove me to create the space I could not find for my younger self, a refuge for other healers, non-conformists, activists, creatives, weirdos, rejects, disruptors, and everyone in between.

Awareness of the oppressive systems and protocols that often re-traumatize or dehumanize the very people seeking support in mental health spaces drove me to start my private practice as a commitment to doing this work differently. This goes deeper than traditional therapy, further than symptom management and coping skills. It is about healing wounds carried in our bodies, our lineage, our ancestral DNA, and our communities. It is the difference between surviving and truly thriving.

Every client is a connection I hold with immense care and privilege. If this feels aligned, welcome and I have been waiting for you. Let me hold a space where you can let your guard down, let go of shame, make mistakes, say the wrong thing, be cringe, vulnerable, uncensored, playful, and fully yourself. Thanks for reading. I hope to have the opportunity of collaborating with you and being part of your journey.


Work and Education

Years of Experience: 8 years


School of Visual Arts, MPS in Creative Arts Therapy, 2018
Wells College, BA in Studio Art, Painting, 2016

Licensure

New York: 002675

Languages

English, Spanish

Specialties

Trauma - Coping and healing after threatening or scary events, such as witnessing accidents or experiencing sexual, verbal, emotional, or physical abuse

LGBTQIA, gender, & sexuality topics - Exploring topics of sexuality, gender, and identity; coping with discrimination and oppression; navigating relationship, family, and cultural challenges

Artists' mental health - Understanding of highly creative minds; goal setting related to the artistic and creative process; support finding meaningful balance in one’s life

Nonmonogamy, polyamory, and kink - Exploring one’s values in and beliefs about relationships; practicing boundary-setting, conflict resolution, and romantic or sexual relationship bonding with partners

Anxiety - Coping with excessive worry, nervousness, or stress; intense discomfort in social settings (social anxiety); sudden and intense feelings of panic (panic disorder)

Depression - Providing support and promoting healing of hopelessness, low motivation and energy, sadness, irritability, sleep disturbance, and loss of interest and pleasure in life




Clientele

  • Adults (24+)
  • Couples
  • Teenagers (13-18)
  • Young adults (18-24)

Locations & Hours


Insurance

  • Carelon Behavioral Health
  • Cigna
  • NYU Student Health Insurance (Wellfleet / Cigna PPO)

Out-of-pocket fees

  • Individual sessions:$210 (45min)
  • Sliding scale:$90 - $210
  • Initial session:$300 (60min)
  • Couples sessions:$275 (60min)
  • Group sessions:$50 (50min)

Additional session information

Out-of-network billing options

This provider can support you in getting reimbursement from your insurance company if you are seeking out-of-network reimbursement. Here are the out-of-network billing options they provide:

  • Super billing
Payment options
  • Credit Card
  • Debit Card
  • Zelle
Session frequency

Frequency of sessions this provider offers to see clients once you are an established client.

  • Weekly
  • Every other week
  • Multiple times a week
Therapist's note

I provide a sliding scale for sessions ranging between $90 - $210 per session based on need.


Book a Free Initial Consultation

The practice will call you for a free 10 minute phone call to discuss your needs and ensure a match!

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