Hi! I’m Rebecca.
I am so glad you’re here. I am a nurturing, playful therapist who believes all children and families grieving the death of a loved-one have a unique story and deserve emotional, relational, and coping support
My Approach
What separates me from a traditional therapist? I have advanced training in the psychosocial needs of children and adolescents and the use of creativity and play to support cooping and growth. I won’t simply talk at your child. We will talk, play, and create in together.
Using talk therapy in addition to dramatic play, storytelling, imagination, embodiment, and creative writing, I engage in therapeutic dialogue with children and adolescents through their natural language- that of play and creativity.
As a therapist, it is my job to support your child in expressing emotions, understanding their thoughts, feelings and emotions, practicing coping strategies, and strengthening bonds. Treatment is always tailored toward a child’s developmental level, interests, and the specific needs of each family.
Shall we start this journey together?
schedule an introductory consultation to get started.
Professional Licenses and Certifications
Licensed Creative Arts Therapist
Registered Drama Therapist and member of the North American Drama Therapy Association
Certified Child Life Specialist and member of the Association of Child Life Professionals
Education
New York University, Steinhardt School of Culture, Education, and Human Development
Master’s Degree in Drama Therapy
Barnard College, Columbia University
Major: Theatre (Directing); Minor in Elementary Educatio
Publications
Versaci, R. (2020). Adapting the Six-Part Storymaking Method for use with siblings of infants on the neonatal intensive care unit. Drama Therapy Review, 7(2), 223-242. https://doi.org/10.1386/dtr_00075_1
Versaci, R. (2016). Attachment performs: Framing attachment theory within the dramatic worldview. Drama Therapy Review, 2(2), 2 https://doi.org/10.1386/dtr.2.2.223_1