Rebekah Smith
Psychologist, PhD (she, her)
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
1818 NE Irving Street, Portland, OR 97232
Let's Connect (503) 438-4988

I am a licensed, clinical psychologist with over 30 years of experience. I help clients address difficult, painful emotions and the concomitant thoughts and behaviors that hinder life and interfere with healthy development. My approach is developmental and psychodynamic. I focus not only on symptoms but, more importantly, on understanding and addressing root causes that create difficulties and interfere with health and progress. Within a safe, collaborative, confidential relationship, issues are addressed to facilitate a deeper self-understanding and a greater sense of freedom.
In child treatment, I assess communication, temperament, development, and relationships to increase secure attachment and healthy connections. Various techniques may be used, based upon extensive training, including traditional talk therapy, art and play therapy, behavioral analysis, questionnaires, and parent-child assessments.
My background includes a BS/Honors in Psychology, M.S., and Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology, Vanderbilt University; M.Ed./Human Development, Harvard University; NIMH Research Award; past Chief Psychologist, Mental Health Services West; past consultant, St. Vincents Hospital; member of the Oregon Psychological Association and the American Psychological Association.
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Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $215
Payment Methods
Cash, Check, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa, ZelleInsurance
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- Regence
- Out of Network
Rebekah Smith
Psychologist, PhD
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (503) 438-4988
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Oregon / 1125 Rebekah Smith
- In Practice for 34 years
- Attended Vanderbilt University, Ph.D., Graduated 1991
- Degree/Diploma from Harvard University M.Ed. / 1980
Education and Years In Practice
Additional Credentials
Rebekah Smith
Psychologist, PhD
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. Email or (503) 438-4988
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Coping Skills
Expertise
- Divorce
- Emotional Disturbance
- Family Conflict
- Grief
- Mood Disorders
- Parenting
- Relationship Issues
- Self Esteem
- Stress
- Trauma and PTSD
Client Focus
Age
Toddler ,
Children (6 to 10) ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals
Age
Toddler ,
Children (6 to 10) ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Attachment-based
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Eclectic
- Family Systems
- Interpersonal
- Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
- Psychodynamic
- Sandplay
Rebekah Smith
Psychologist, PhD
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. Email or (503) 438-4988