Welcome! I’m Rhea Webster-Eckenrode, LAPC, (she/her).
Reaching out to a counselor is a huge step towards the goal of becoming the best version of yourself. It can be scary, but I want to assure you that you don’t have to do it alone.
I counsel teens (16 and older), young adults, adults, and older adults (65+) for a broad range of mental health challenges, including those stemming from racial or LGBTQIA+ identity, ADHD, anger, Adult Child of an Addict (ACOA), anxiety, body image, chronic illness/pain, depression, codependency, grief, self-esteem, life transitions, relationships, and stress.
It is important to me that you feel understood and supported during our sessions together. Throughout the counseling process, we’ll explore insight into your thoughts, feelings, behaviors, and what is most prevalent. We will collaborate at a pace that is comfortable for you to identify goals for wellness.
Additionally, if you believe it would be helpful, I can provide resources to connect you with community-based aid. They can be an excellent opportunity for stability and a chance to provide a new self-perspective.
I obtained my Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Messiah University and am working toward my LPC licensure. Before that, I attended York College of Pennsylvania and received my Bachelor’s degree in Psychology.
I find fulfillment in working with individuals diagnosed with anxiety and depression and those seeking to boost their self-esteem and resiliency. I also enjoy working with diverse populations, including those who identify as members of the LGBTQIA+ community.
My approach is collaborative and incorporates Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), Mindfulness, Solution-Focused Brief (SFBT), Feminist Theory, and some elements of Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) to understand clients’ challenges and worldviews.
Outside of sessions, I enjoy spending time with family and friends, watching movies or television, traveling, and creating art through writing or sculpture.
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Rhea Webster-Eckenrode offers in-person therapy at the York office and online sessions to anyone in Pennsylvania.
Whether you are suffering from panic attacks, obsessive – compulsive disorder, or generalized anxiety we have therapists who use evidenced-based treatments, such as cognitive-bahavioral therapy, to help you.
Many individuals feel like they are at war with their bodies. Whether it’s feeling shame, guilt, or giving ourselves critical comments about our bodies, we can be our own worst enemy. Our therapists can help you feel at peace with your body and learn to be kind to yourself.
Caregiving for a loved one can be challenging even in the best of circumstances. Often we don’t think about how the caregiver needs support, too. If you are experiencing burnout, our therapists can teach you skills to help you cope.
Depression, one of the most common mental health disorders, is very treatable. Our therapists are specially trained to help individuals with depression get back to feeling like themselves again.
Move Forward Counseling is an inclusive practice where we want the LGBTQIA+ community to feel welcome and supported. Whether you are unsure how to embrace your identity, are having relationship issues, or need extra support from a non-judgmental person, we have therapists who can help.
Life transitions encompass many things, including starting or ending a romantic relationship, changes with work or school or making any big life change, such as a move. Often we underestimate how these changes will affect us emotionally until we find ourselves struggling with the ups and downs of the life transition.
While we don’t provide couples counseling at Move Forward, many individuals seek counseling to discuss how they can have healthier relationships. Our therapists can help you learn new ways of communicating, setting boundaries, and other ways to have more positive relationships with others.
Trauma symptoms and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) can be debilitating for many who experience it. Recovery from trauma is possible and we have therapists who can help.
Moving into adulthood brings its own set of challenges. You may feel pressure to have a “career” or find your life partner. You may be unsure of making these big life decisions and may feel lost because you no longer have school or other adults in your life telling you what you should choose.
The period of adolescence can be exciting, but also challenging for many teens. Difficulties with friends, school, anxiety, depression, cutting, and substance abuse are all common issues for this group. Due to a lack of life experience, teens may not know how to manage these problems which is why therapy can be especially helpful.
Reach out today to get started. Our supportive staff will help guide you through the scheduling process, discuss special requests and consult your insurance needs.
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Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
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