Dr. Rebekkah Fournier

Biography

Qualifications & Experience

I hold a Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology from Colorado State University, a Master of Arts degree in Counseling Psychology from Bowie State University, Maryland, and a Doctor of Psychology degree in Clinical Psychology from California Southern University (Summa Cum Laude).

I have been working professionally in counseling since 2008 and have worked in numerous settings to include hospitals, public mental health, and private practice. I have worked in both outpatient and in-patient settings while having the pleasure to work with people of diverse populations and cultures.

As a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Texas and Colorado, I have worked with a wide variety of people groups as well as life circumstances. I hold a Certificate in Addiction Counseling from Odyssey Training Center in Colorado and also passed the National Certification Exam for Addiction Counseling.

My Call to Christian Counseling

I have wanted to pursue a career in psychology ever since high school. At first, it fascinated me how much it could be applied to my own life. As I moved forward in my career, I found that we all have more in common than we have different, and those commonalities include life’s hardships and struggles as well as rejoicing with the wins. I have a deep compassion for people facing difficult challenges and believe that no one should be alone in their struggles. Therefore, I chose a career in counseling because I consider it a privilege to be invited to come alongside someone to help them live their best life.

More About Me/On a Personal Note

I have been married for 35 years and choose to spend as much of my free time as possible with my family. I have two adult daughters and am raising one of my granddaughters who has special needs. I love to do anything outdoors, such as hiking. Other hobbies include playing pickleball, singing karaoke, playing pool, and trying new foods. I also love to travel so I can experience firsthand another culture’s history, food, customs, language, music, etc. Additionally, I am also a big animal lover, so I can’t leave out spending time with my very clever dog, Wallace.

Services and Specialities

Areas of Expertise/Specialties

• Behavioral Addictions
• Military Issues
• Self-Esteem Issues
• Counseling for those Caring for Children and Adults with Special Needs
• Abandonment and Neglect
• Family of Origin Issues
• Adult ADHD
• Aging and Geriatric Issues
• Anger Management
• Anxiety
• Bipolar Disorder
• Chemical Dependency (also support for family members affected)
• Coaching
• Counseling for Pre-teens and Teens (11 years and up)
• Couples Counseling
• Codependency
• Depression
• Eating Disorders
• Family Counseling
• Grief and Loss
• Individual Counseling
• Infidelity and Affairs
• Lifespan Integration
• Marriage Counseling
• Men’s Issues
• OCD
• Online Counseling
• Personal Development
• Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
• Premarital Counseling
• Professional Development
• Relationship Issues
• Sex and Porn Addiction
• Sexual Abuse
• Spiritual Development
• Trauma
• Weight Loss
• Women’s Issues

Behavioral and Chemical Addiction Counseling

I have specialized training and experience counseling clients from all walks of life who find themselves caught in the grip of addiction. There is hope to be free from addiction, whether the source of the addiction is behavioral (porn, gambling, social media, gaming, shopping, work) or chemical (drugs, alcohol). Together we will work through helping you identify sources of addictive behavior as well as learning skills to maintain recovery from addiction and an action plan to use when struggles come. I also have experience working with military personnel and veterans and can counsel according to their unique needs.

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (including Sexual Abuse)

Traumatic experiences can create patterns within us that cause us to be “stuck” and can lead to feelings of shame, low self-esteem, and even not knowing why our brain and body are acting a certain way. We can work together building a relationship of trust where we can process traumatic issues and learn skills to manage your thoughts and your bodily reactions so that you can experience freedom. Being able to process traumatic experiences with me can help you build trust again in relationships and situations. This will help you engage again in life’s activities that being stuck in trauma has taken from you.

Anxiety

Anxiety can show itself in many forms (including worry, panic, perfectionism, and control issues). At times anxiety can feel crippling and can rob us of the things in life that we would most like to do. I can help teach skills that combat the thoughts and bodily reactions that are triggered when you experience anxiety. We will examine sources of anxiety and learn tools that will help decrease anxiety so that you can enjoy the life God has given you.

Family Therapy and Relationship Issues

Relationships with others can be very difficult to navigate for everyone. Relationships naturally go through struggles and transitions, but often people get caught in negative cycles that do not lead to a healthy relationship. Each person has wants, needs, and a different perspective on life, as well as dealing with issues related to our families that we grew up in. I conduct counseling with individuals, couples, and families going through those relationship struggles and transitions, as well as helping people work through issues related to their experiences in their family of origin. We are meant to be in relationships with others and when those relationships work, they can be the most fulfilling part of our lives.

Codependency and Self-Esteem Issues

Codependency is a term that has become very popular and there are various definitions that have been created to describe what it means. Codependency starts as a coping mechanism for a person to survive in dysfunctional circumstances. However, the adopted behaviors become counterproductive and can even continue a negative cycle of dysfunction. When I work with clients with codependency issues, we work to identify negative cycles and to increase self-esteem. Breaking the dysfunctional cycles also involves learning and practicing good personal boundaries. Setting personal boundaries creates trust and safety within our relationships and leads to more healthy interactions.

Payment and Forms

Sessions: I offer 53-minute sessions. Sessions can be held more than once per week, weekly, or every other week. Scheduling options are discussed in greater detail during your Risk-Free Initial Session.

Availability (by office location):

• Alamo Ranch – Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays
• Online Counseling – Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays

Fees: I offer a Risk-Free Initial Session for individuals and couples looking to pursue counseling with me. Please note that there is a fee for the Risk-Free Initial Session as it is a clinical hour and reimbursable to most insurance companies, but if you choose not to reschedule and continue therapy after the initial session, the entire fee for the session will be waived. For ongoing treatment, the full fee per session is required at the time of service.

Insurance: As a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), most insurance companies will reimburse for a portion of my services (as an Out-of-Network Provider). Please consult with your insurance provider as to whether they specifically cover adolescents, individuals, and couples.

Receipts/Statements: In the event you require a printed or digital receipt, I will provide receipts for personal use, insurance reimbursement, Flex Spending Accounts (FSA), and Health Savings Accounts (HSA).

Payment options: Cash, Check, or Credit Card (Visa, MasterCard, Discover, & American Express). A fee of up to 4% per transaction may be added for credit card payments.