Rebecca, MEd, MAT, is a clinical mental health counselor, ADTA-registered Dance Movement Therapist, Empowerment Coach, public speaker, activist for survivors of sexual abuse, and founder of Bravedancing, which offers classes, trainings, private consultations, women's circles and retreats in Kripalu Yoga, dance, meditation, ritual and other many other healing modalities.
Education
Masters of Arts in Dance Therapy and Mental Health Counseling
Lesley University Cambridge, MA
Masters of Education (English Teaching Certification)
Portland State University, Portland, OR
Background in Public Schools - Rebecca has worked in public schools in the states of Oregon, Massachusetts and Connecticut. She has held a variety of roles relevant to her current advocacy work for children and adult survivors. She has proudly held the following titles in public school settings: mandated reporter, teacher, mental health counselor / school social worker, ADTA certified dance therapist, yoga and meditation instructor, coach and mentor.
Licensure and Certification
Registered Dance Movement Therapist with American Dance Therapy Association – June 2011
Massachusetts School Adjustment/ Counseling License – May 2012
Oregon, Massachusetts, Connecticut English & Dance Teaching License
Kripalu Yoga Teacher (200 Hour) Certification – August 2007
Kripalu School of Yoga (500 hour YTT- Meditation Module) – August 2008
Usui Shiki Ryoho Reiki Level I & II – January 2008
New Paradigm MDT Reiki Master Teacher Level Certification – January 2013
Past Life Regression Therapy Certification with Dr. Brian Weiss – July 2013
Soul Coaching & Entrainment Certification with Karen Paolino – October 2012
Spiritual Development and Mentoring Program with Dr. Steven Farmer – Author and Shamanic Practitioner – Completed January 2016
Online Circle Facilitation Leadership Program and Certification - 2020
