Rebecca Tenzer, MAT, MA, LCSW, CCTP, CGCS, CCATP, CCFP
Clinical Therapist & Adjunct Professor
Education
- Bachelor of Arts, Sociology and Anthropology, DePauw University
- Master in Teaching, Dominican University
- Master of Social Work, University of Chicago
Professional Achievements
- Hosts a Podcast on 101.9 The Mix Chicago
- Completed a radio interview on WGN's 'Women in Business'
- Featured on 'Hubbard Helps Podcast' as a Mental Health Expert
- Featured on DLC Anxiety Podcast as a Mental Health Expert
- Named a Top 20 therapist in Chicago
Certifications & Organizations
- Trained as a Cognitive Behavioral Therapist
- Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP)
- Certified Grief Counseling Specialist (CGCS)
- Clinical Anxiety Treatment Professional (CCATP)
- Certified Compassion Fatigue Professional (CCFP)
- Member, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Society of America
- Member, The National Association of Social Workers
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Co-authored Articles (54)
How to Get Rid of a Porn Addiction
Break free from your addiction and create healthy sexual habits Do you feel like porn is taking over your life? While it’s totally normal to watch pornography every now and then, many people find that it can become an ...
How to Stop Watching Porn + Signs of Addiction & Negative Impacts
Psychology-backed tips to cut back on porn and re-establish healthy intimacy The urge to look at pornography is natural and can have positive effects when you use it in moderation, but a casual habit can turn into a prob...
How to
Tell if a Girl Is a Sex Addict
Is the girl you’re dating obsessed with sex? Having a high libido is fine, but when it crosses over into a compulsion, it can really start to negatively affect your relationship. Fortunately, there are concrete red fla...
How to Love an Overthinker
If you’re dating an overthinker, you may be wondering how you can best show them you care. While your partner may be a little indecisive sometimes, rest assured that there are plenty of ways for you to support and love...
Where Can You Find Friends Online? (& How to Make Those Friendships Last)
Learn how to safely find a new BFF onlineThe internet is a great way to meet new people and make friends! With so many groups and niches, you’re bound to find someone with similar interests. But how do you start, and h...
How to Comfort a Sick Person over Text
You want to comfort a friend or family member who’s sick, but how can you make them feel better over text? It turns out that even just a short, uplifting message can do wonders for their mood and make them feel support...
How to Stay Away from Porn
How to stop watching porn (and avoid pornography going forward) Viewing pornography—while not wrong on its own—can become an unhealthy habit if it interferes with other things in your life. So, whether you want to si...
15 Texts to Comfort Someone in Physical Pain
What to say and do to make someone feel better with just your phoneYou want to be there for someone in physical pain, but what can you say over text to help? As it turns out, there’s a number of things you can do to li...
How to
Tell Work About a Death in Your Family
Losing a family member is incredibly difficult, and the last thing you probably want to think about is your work schedule. Loss is a big mental and emotional stressor, so it’s completely understandable that you’ll ne...
17 Comforting Things to Say When Someone Passes Away
We hope we never have to, but eventually, we all have to be there for someone after their loved one passes away. What can you even say in such a sad situation? There’s no perfect or “right” thing to say, but you ca...
How to
Make Up with Your Boyfriend After Hurting Him
When you hurt the one you love, figuring out how to make it up to them can be tough. Messing up never feels good, but it’s what you do afterwards that can make all the difference. If you upset your boyfriend and you�...
How to
Get Someone Who Hates You to Like You
You’re never going to be able to get everyone in the world to like you. That’s just the way it is. However, sometimes you can be put in a situation where someone you really need or want to get along with just doesn�...
Is It Selfish to Have a Kid in Your 40s?
It’s not selfish—but there are a few things to consider before having a baby in middle ageSome people have strong opinions, especially when it comes to babies and having babies and other people having babies. You mig...
How to
Convince Someone to Trust You Again
Losing someone's trust can be painful for everyone involved. While it's not always easy, convincing someone to trust you again is possible if you're patient and attentive. Whether it's a friend, family member, or lover, ...
How to
Recover Repressed Memories
Experiencing a traumatic event can result in repressed memories, which unfortunately can trigger other painful conditions, like anxiety and depression. Although researchers believe recovered memories can be false memori...
12 Things to Do When You Need to Make a Choice
Life is full of decisions, but what do you do when you don’t know what choice to make? No matter what choice you’re struggling to make, take a deep breath. In this article, we’ve compiled a list of useful strategie...
How to
Form a Strong Bond in Your Relationship
The beginning of a relationship can be a lot of fun, but it’s nothing compared to the deep connection and satisfaction that comes with a strong emotional bond with your partner. It’s the key to a healthy and happy re...
How to Say No to Someone Politely
Setting your boundaries the guilt-free way Saying no can be really tough, especially if you feel like you're a people pleaser. Maybe a friend is asking you for a favor, or a co-worker is asking you to cover their shift f...
A Guide to Writing & Delivering an Appropriate Eulogy
Help grieving loved ones by delivering a heartfelt eulogyA eulogy is a speech given at a memorial service in memory of the deceased. Being asked to deliver one may seem overwhelming at first, but you don't have to be a g...
How to
Know if Your Boyfriend Is a Sex Addict
Do you feel like all your boyfriend thinks about is sex? Having a high libido is one thing, but sex addicts take their desire to a whole new level. Fortunately, there are some clear red flags you can watch out for to det...
