Rekeeshella Elder, LMFT
Compassionate California LMFT for relationships
- Stress and anxiety
- Relationship and family
- Grief and self esteem
About Rekeeshella Elder
Rekeeshella Elder is a California-licensed LMFT with 9 years of professional experience supporting individuals and families through life transitions and relational challenges. She helps people manage stress and anxiety, navigate relationship and family conflicts, and cope with grief, loss, and issues around motivation, confidence, and self-esteem. Her practice emphasizes respect, sensitivity, and compassion while honoring each person’s unique background and needs.
Rekeeshella tailors conversations and treatment plans to the circumstances of each client, shaping goals and strategies to fit what matters most to them. She draws on a range of evidence-based approaches, including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), and Solution-Focused Therapy to address problems such as abandonment and attachment concerns, blended family dynamics, caregiver stress, chronic illness or pain, codependency, communication and commitment issues, and family of origin difficulties.
Taking the first step toward a more fulfilling life often takes courage, and Rekeeshella offers steady support throughout that process. As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), she works collaboratively with clients to identify practical paths forward and build the skills needed for healthier relationships and greater emotional balance.
Rekeeshella tailors conversations and treatment plans to the circumstances of each client, shaping goals and strategies to fit what matters most to them. She draws on a range of evidence-based approaches, including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), and Solution-Focused Therapy to address problems such as abandonment and attachment concerns, blended family dynamics, caregiver stress, chronic illness or pain, codependency, communication and commitment issues, and family of origin difficulties.
Taking the first step toward a more fulfilling life often takes courage, and Rekeeshella offers steady support throughout that process. As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), she works collaboratively with clients to identify practical paths forward and build the skills needed for healthier relationships and greater emotional balance.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAttachment issuesBlended family issuesCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDivorce and separationDomestic violenceEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersSelf-harmSelf-loveWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Solution-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Rekeeshella Elder have?
Rekeeshella Elder has 9 years of professional experience.
Is Rekeeshella Elder a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the credential LMFT. License details: CA LMFT 149945.
In which languages does Rekeeshella Elder provide therapy?
Therapy is provided in English.
Where is Rekeeshella Elder located?
She is located in California.
How can I work with Rekeeshella Elder as my therapist?
You can work with Rekeeshella Elder through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Rekeeshella Elder work with international clients?
Rekeeshella Elder does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Rekeeshella Elder cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify their values and accept difficult thoughts or feelings while taking meaningful action. It can be useful for anxiety, stress, and coping with chronic challenges by focusing on what matters most rather than on eliminating uncomfortable experiences.Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes a compassionate, nonjudgmental relationship in which the therapist offers empathy and support while clients explore their own goals and solutions. This approach works well for building self-esteem, improving motivation, and addressing relationship and family concerns.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thought patterns and testing new, constructive behaviors. It is effective for managing anxiety, addressing low mood, and improving coping skills in the face of everyday stressors.
Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the collaborative process. Rekeeshella works together with each person to determine which methods best fit their needs, goals, and preferences, and she adapts the plan as progress is made.
Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging make it easier to fit support into busy schedules, accommodate caregiving or mobility limits, and maintain continuity of care across changes in routine. Licensed professionals and therapists can deliver meaningful, goal-focused work through these formats while helping clients build skills and make progress from wherever they are.