Hello! My name is Beckie and I am a relational-cultural psychologist rooted in humanistic/existential therapies. This means I am person-centered and focused on relationships (including the one between therapist and client) as well as cultural aspects of an individual. Relationships are fundamental in both hurting and healing. By focusing on understanding how individuals relate to others, the world, an themselves, I am better able to foster growth and self-awareness within the therapeutic relationship. I believe therapy can be a place of empowerment and safe connection for those I serve.
I also integrate CBT, ACT, and other modalities as needed. I have experience working with a variety of diagnoses, including autism, ADHD, anxiety and panic disorder, PTSD, depression, bipolar disorder, and gender dysphoria. I have specialized in Autism, ADHD, and giftedness, as well as serving individuals from the LGBTQ+ community. I utilize principles of neurodiversity (the idea that there are natural divergences in the brain) to help me to understand and serve all individuals.
I spent 10 years practicing with my master’s, providing home based therapy to individuals with developmental disabilities, before going back to school for my doctorate. I currently have a PsyD with a master’s level license (LLP), and I am working towards becoming a fully licensed psychologist (LP).
Some of my other psychological experiences include working in long term care facilities with older adults, neuropsychological assessments, inpatient for both substance abuse and acute psych, community mental health, and private practice.
bkape@aloepsychology.com
248-218-0941
