Rebecca Wheeler, LCSW

Dr. Rebecca Marcus Wheeler, DSW, LCSW, MCAP, is an Affiliate Therapist at Cognitive Behavior Therapy Associates of Denver. Dr. Wheeler specializes in couples, family and individual therapy for relationship issues. Her collaborative approach generates a safe space, empowering clients to accomplish goals and create lasting change. Her kind and empathic nature builds trust and allows each client to acknowledge and engage in creating the life they desire.

Dr. Wheeler emphasizes identifying patterns and environmental factors creating barriers within relationships. Sessions emphasize communication and healthy interaction through incremental development. Relationship therapy sessions for individuals focus on a sense of self-value and purpose, while conjoint sessions concentrate on trust of others through corrective experiences. Dr. Wheeler incorporates evidence-based interventions including Emotion-Focused Therapy, Structural Family Therapy, Imago Relationship Therapy, and Interpersonal Psychotherapy.

Dr. Wheeler received her Bachelor’s Degree in History of Art at the University of Michigan with further graduate-level study of the Art Market at Christie’s Education in New York. She integrates her passion for the arts with her focus as a therapist. Dr. Wheeler received a Master of Social Work from the University of Michigan and her Doctorate in Social Work at Florida Atlantic University. Dr. Wheeler is a part-time instructor at Florida Atlantic University and previously at Denver University. Dr. Wheeler has worked within a variety of settings including hospitals, treatment facilities, community mental health centers and universities.