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Meet Your Therapist

Hi, I’m Rebecca Rappel Zohn, LCSW, LCADC.

I help anxious high-achievers (like me) feel truly seen and develop tools to navigate life with less pressure and more ease.

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My Journey Into Therapy

My own therapy journey started when I was a teenager sitting on the other side of the couch. Finding a warm, non-judgmental space to open up for the first time made me feel understood in a way I didn’t know I needed. That experience planted the seed for my passion: helping others feel seen, supported, and less alone in what they’re carrying.

Since then, my path has led me through hospitals, schools, and outpatient settings, working with teens, young adults, and adults. Through it all, one thing has stayed the same: my commitment to showing up with people in the moments they feel most stuck or overwhelmed, and helping them find a way forward that actually feels doable.

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What our sessions will look like

Therapy with me isn’t about sitting across from someone who silently nods. Yes, I use evidence-based tools—but I bring them into our sessions in a way that feels collaborative, supportive, and tailored to you.

Here’s what you can expect when we work together:

  • A space where all parts of you are welcome – The people-pleaser, the perfectionist, the caretaker, the version of you that’s tired of holding it all together—you don’t have to hide any of it here. We’ll explore how those parts show up and begin practicing new ways of responding that feel more authentic to you.

  • Practical tools you can actually use – I pull from Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) to help with regulating emotions and tolerating distress, Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT) to quiet that harsh inner critic, and mindfulness practices that make sense for daily life.

  • A therapist who truly gets it – I know what it’s like to wrestle with anxiety, self-doubt, and the pressure to “have it all figured out.” I’ve done the work myself, and I bring that lived understanding into the room so you don’t feel like you’re going through it alone.

I believe therapy is a partnership. Some days you’ll come in ready to reflect. Other days, you’ll need skills you can put into practice right away. My role is to support you, offer feedback, and sometimes lovingly challenge you so you can grow in ways that feel true to you.

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Who I Work With

I specialize in working with gen-z and millennial women who often look like they “have it all together” on the outside but inside, feel weighed down by anxiety, self-doubt, or relationship struggles. Many of my clients are high-achievers, caretakers, or perfectionists who are ready to stop pushing through and start feeling more grounded and connected.

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Credentials

✻ Master’s in Clinical Social Work – Rutgers University
✻ Bachelor’s in Psychology – University of Rhode Island
✻ Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) – New Jersey
✻ Licensed Clinical Alcohol & Drug Counselor (LCADC)

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My Commitment to You

I know how vulnerable it can feel to reach out for therapy. My promise is to meet you with warmth and authenticity in a safe judgement-free space where you can show up fully — messy parts and all. I’ll walk alongside you as you navigate what feels heavy and help you create a life that feels calmer, safer, and more aligned with who you are.

As Brené Brown says: “Owning our story and loving ourselves through that process is the bravest thing we’ll ever do.”

Outside the Therapy Room

I’m also a wife and a doggie mom, learning firsthand how much joy (and chaos 🐾) a Bernedoodle named Hazel can bring into a house.

When I’m not in session, you’ll probably find me binging The Summer I Turned Pretty, rewatching Sex and the City or Friends, planning my next vacation, dreaming up home renovation projects, trying new restaurants, shopping, or cozying up on the couch with a blanket and coffee. 

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My Approaches

  • Digging deep into how past experiences and hidden thoughts shape your present. It’s all about uncovering layers to boost self-awareness and understand what drives your emotions today.

  • Promote self-kindness and understanding. CFT reduces self-criticism, fostering inner warmth and compassion for yourself and others.

  • DBT combines mindfulness techniques with practical skills to help you navigate strong emotions, build healthier relationships, create a life worth living and handle life's challenges with confidence.

  • Harness your strengths for growth and resilience. This therapy emphasizes leveraging your positive qualities to fuel growth, resilience, and achieve personal goals.

  • Focus on setting achievable goals and making positive changes now and in the future with Solution-Focused Therapy. Utilize your strengths and resources to create a more fulfilling life.

Therapy is a powerful investment in yourself, requiring your dedication and time.

I deeply value the relationship we're building together. While I may not have all the answers, I believe that when we work side by side, we can create lasting change that helps you live a life that feels like yours.

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