Dr. Rebecca McKnight, Psy.D.

Dr. Rebecca McKnight offers specialized mental health services to adolescents and adults. She has a keen focus on various psychological areas, including mood disorders, anxiety, grief counseling, work and parenting issues, stress management, addiction and recovery, conflict resolution, relationship issues, trauma, PTSD, and aspects of physical wellness like fitness, weight loss, and self-esteem. she also has extensive experience providing psychological assessments.

“Dr. McKnight's dedication to providing individualized care and her broad expertise in mental health make her a valuable resource for those looking to improve their mental health and overall well-being.”

Expertise

Dr. McKnight employs a bio-psycho-social approach, considering the interplay of biological, psychological, and social factors in each person's life. Her expertise covers a wide spectrum:

Depression and Mood Disorders
Grief Counseling
Work, Career, and Parenting Issues
Stress Management
Addiction and Recovery
Conflict Resolution
Relationship Issues
Trauma and PTSD
Anxiety Disorders including Generalized Anxiety, Panic Disorder, and OCD
psychological testing and assessments

Capabilities

In her practice, Dr. McKnight is committed to understanding how each individual’s personality and past experiences influence their current life and worldview. She focuses on identifying and resolving the factors that prevent resolving their problems. Her goal is to create an approach that best suits each individual, emphasizing a collaborative process in setting goals and needs. Dr. McKnight is adept at identifying unhealthy patterns, enhancing self-awareness, and teaching ways to change maladaptive thoughts and behaviors.

Experience

Dr. McKnight provides extensive psychological assessment and evaluation services. An addition to psychotherapy, Dr. McKnight provides comprehensive evaluations to answer specific referral questions. Her focus areas in assessments include depression, anxiety, trauma, ADHD, substance abuse, and some court-ordered evaluations. She utilizes a diagnostic interview and a carefully selected battery of tests, followed by a feedback session with recommendations.