Rebekah Machiela, MD, LCSW-C
- Grief and loss care
- Relationship support
- Support for caregivers
About Rebekah Machiela
Rebekah supports people navigating grief, trauma, and the emotional challenges of living with chronic illness or disability. She has focused experience helping caregivers manage burnout, guiding postpartum adjustment, addressing end-of-life concerns, and easing the stress and anxiety that accompany major life transitions. She also works with individuals, couples, and families to address relationship difficulties and to teach practical communication strategies.
Known for a warm and empathetic manner, Rebekah centers each person as the expert in their own story while applying a mix of therapeutic approaches to structure conversation and skill-building. Her sessions emphasize developing healthy coping techniques, self-awareness, reflection, and self-compassion, all aimed at empowering clients toward their goals. Whether someone is new to therapy or seeking a fresh perspective, Rebekah offers steady support through life’s changes.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Rebekah Machiela have?
Rebekah Machiela has 13 years of experience.
Is Rebekah Machiela a licensed therapist?
Yes, she holds these credentials: MD, LCSW-C. License details: MD LCSW-C 18653.
In which languages does Rebekah Machiela provide therapy?
English
Where is Rebekah Machiela located?
Maryland
How can I work with Rebekah Machiela as my therapist?
You can work with Rebekah Machiela through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Rebekah Machiela work with international clients?
Rebekah Machiela does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Rebekah Machiela cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic approaches and online sessions with Rebekah Machiela
Rebekah often draws on Client-Centered Therapy, which emphasizes the client’s perspective and personal goals. This approach creates a supportive, collaborative space where people explore feelings and choices, useful for grief, relationship concerns, and life transitions.She also uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), a practical approach that links thoughts, feelings, and behaviors to teach skills for managing anxiety, stress, and low mood. CBT offers concrete strategies for changing unhelpful thinking patterns and building coping techniques.
Narrative Therapy is another tool she employs to help clients reframe the stories they tell about their lives, highlighting strengths and alternative meanings when facing trauma, chronic illness, or major changes.
Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Rebekah works collaboratively with each person to identify what fits best based on their needs, goals, and preferences. Licensed professionals and therapists may adapt methods over time to suit evolving concerns and progress.
Online therapy with Rebekah can include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, offering flexibility for scheduling and for maintaining continuity of care during busy or challenging periods. These options make it easier to access consistent support while balancing other responsibilities.