Rebecca McLane , LCSW

Rebecca McLane is a licensed clinical social worker with 30 years of experience in behavioral health in Arizona. She helps people who are dealing with stress, anxiety, addiction, trauma, and depression. She also provides support around LGBT concerns and related life changes.

Rebecca focuses on respectful, sensitive, and compassionate care. She adapts conversations and treatment plans to fit each person's situation. Sessions are practical and directed toward real-life problems rather than abstract theory.

Her work commonly addresses issues such as attachment and abandonment, codependency, communication problems, and family of origin struggles. Rebecca also supports people facing blended family tensions, caregiver stress, chronic illness or pain, and recovery from domestic violence or substance use problems.

Over three decades she has developed a straightforward style. She aims to help people make manageable changes, build coping skills, and strengthen relationships where possible. Rebecca encourages small steps that add up to meaningful improvement.

Clients can expect a collaborative process in which the plan is shaped by their goals and preferences. Rebecca emphasizes clear dialogue and practical strategies, while offering steady support during difficult transitions and recovery.

Evidence-based techniques for online care

Rebecca uses commonly recommended, evidence-based therapeutic techniques to address symptoms and life challenges. One approach focuses on teaching concrete coping skills for anxiety and stress, helping people learn breathing, relaxation, and thought-management tools that can be practiced between sessions. Another approach concentrates on recovery from addiction and substance use by identifying triggers, building relapse prevention plans, and strengthening support and routine.

Choosing the right approach is a team effort. Rebecca works with each person to identify goals, preferences, and what feels most helpful. Together they decide which techniques to try and adjust the plan as progress is made.

Online therapy offers several practical benefits for working with Rebecca. Video calls let people maintain a face-to-face connection when helpful. Phone sessions can be a good option when bandwidth is limited or a quick check-in is needed. Live chat and text-based messaging are useful for shorter updates, journaling between sessions, or when writing feels easier than speaking. These options make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life and to continue care even when schedules or locations change.