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Rabecca Cole

LCSW

Practical, accepting therapy for relationship and intimacy concerns

  • Attachment focused
  • Skills oriented
  • LGBTQ ally

About Rabecca

Rabecca Cole is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Wisconsin who works with people facing stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship strain, and concerns around intimacy and sexual health. She also supports those dealing with grief, family conflict, and issues related to body image and chronic illness. Her tone is direct and accepting, aimed at people who need practical help and understanding.

With 12 years of clinical experience, Rabecca draws on a mix of approaches to meet each person where they are. She uses attachment-based ideas to look at how relationships shape current struggles. Cognitive behavioral strategies help identify and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. Mindfulness and Dialectical Behavior Therapy skills offer tools for managing intense emotions and building tolerance.

Rabecca describes herself as authentic and respectful in session. She values collaboration and helps people make choices that fit their lives. Her work includes attention to sexual health and LGBTQ issues, and she holds a sex therapy certification noted in her original biography.

Clients can expect clear communication and practical steps alongside open listening. Rabecca aims to tailor sessions so goals are realistic and measurable. She stays curious about each person's story and adjusts methods as needs change over time.

Her practice reflects experience with many interconnected concerns such as abandonment, codependency, communication problems, and commitment issues. People seeking help for eating and food-related struggles may find this background relevant when those issues are linked to mood, body image, or relationship patterns.

How attachment and skills work online

Attachment-based therapy pays attention to how early relationship patterns influence current feelings and interactions; online sessions allow space to talk about those patterns and try new ways of relating. Client-centered therapy focuses on listening, empathy, and supporting each person's own goals so the therapist follows the client's pace and priorities. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the link between thoughts, feelings, and actions and teaches clear skills for changing unhelpful patterns.

Finding the right approach is a team effort. The therapist will work with the client to figure out which methods fit best, adjust the plan over time, and set small, achievable goals together. This collaborative process helps people try different strategies without feeling locked into a single path.

If you are considering online sessions, confirm the specific session options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit counseling into a busy day, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. It can also let a person choose whether to be on camera or use audio only, and can make it simpler to schedule around appointments, caregiving, or work breaks. Ask about the available formats so sessions match your routine and comfort.

License and NPI

LCSW Wisconsin · No. 9041-123
NPI1023670445

As shown on the therapist's profile. You can check a license with the state board and an NPI with the national registry.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyLGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsDepression

Also works with

Trauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issues

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureBody imageChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDependent personalityDivorce and separationEmptinessFamily problemsForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameIntellectual disabilityMood disordersPost-traumatic stressSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Attachment-Based TherapyClient-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingNarrative TherapySolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

12+ years

Credentials

Wisconsin

Languages

English

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does she address?

She works with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, grief, relationship and intimacy-related issues, and related topics such as body image, chronic illness, and family problems.

How would you describe her therapeutic style?

She blends attachment-based, client-centered, cognitive behavioral, dialectical behavior, and mindfulness approaches to create practical strategies and emotional skills that fit each person's needs.

How long has she been practicing?

Rabecca has 12 years of clinical experience working with people across mood, trauma, relationship, and sexual health concerns.

What are her credentials and where is she located?

She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in Wisconsin and practices from that state.

In which languages can sessions be held?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can people from other countries work with her?

She does not accept international clients at this time.

How does payment and cost work?

Cost varies by location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

What should I do to begin therapy?

Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.

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