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Rex Perkins, LICSW

Stress, Anxiety LGBTQ+ Relationships Trauma, Abuse Self esteem, Motivation
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About me

I’m Rex Perkins, a licensed therapist dedicated to supporting individuals on their journey to mental wellness. Over 15 plus years of experience working with individuals and couples presenting with issues such as anxiety, depression, trauma, OCD, building self-confidence, LGBTQ issues, relationship issues, etc. I also specialize in treating social anxiety, improving communication skills, dealing with difficult people, and other social-related issues. I believe in a compassionate and client-centered approach. Together, we’ll work on building coping strategies and achieving your personal goals. I’m here to listen, support, and guide you every step of the way.

My approach is collaborative, focusing on creating a safe and supportive environment where clients can explore their thoughts and feelings without judgment. I am dedicated to helping individuals navigate life’s challenges and achieve personal growth. using evidence-based approaches to provide compassionate and effective care. Whether you’re facing a specific challenge or seeking personal development, I am here to support you on your journey toward well-being.

Professional experience

15 yrs in practice
Stress, Anxiety LGBTQ+ Relationships Trauma, Abuse Self esteem, Motivation

Additional areas of focus: Family conflicts, Grief, Intimacy-related issues, Sleeping disorders, Parenting issues, Anger management, Career difficulties, Depression, Coping with life changes, Coaching, ADHD, Abandonment, Aging and geriatric issues, Attachment issues, Autism and Asperger Syndrome, Avoidant personality, BDSM, kink, and alternative sex culture, Blended family issues, Body image, Caregiver issues and stress, Chronic pain, illness, and disability, Codependency, Commitment issues, Communication problems, Control issues, Dependent personality, Dissociation, Divorce and separation, Domestic violence, Drug and alcohol addiction, Eating and food-related issues, Emptiness, Family problems, Fatherhood issues, Forgiveness, Gender dysphoria, Guilt and shame, Hoarding, Impulsivity, Infidelity, Intellectual disability, Isolation / loneliness, Jealousy, Life purpose, Men's issues, Midlife crisis, Money and financial issues, Mood disorders, Multicultural concerns, Narcissism, Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Personality disorders, Phobias, Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships, Postpartum depression, Post-traumatic stress, Prejudice and discrimination, Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling), Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self-harm, Self-love, Sex addiction, Sexual assault and abuse, Sexual dysfunction, Sexuality, Smoking / vaping cessation, Social anxiety and phobia, Traumatic brain injury, Trichotillomania, Workplace issues, Young adult issues

Clinical approaches: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Existential Therapy, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Gottman Method, Hypnotherapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy, Internal Family Systems, Systemic Therapy

Services offered

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License information

AL LICSW 3951C

Reviews

These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Rex Perkins. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with BetterHelp might be different.

Overall wonderful therapist. No complaints

Written on Mar 12, 2025 after therapy with Rex for 8 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and coaching

Though I have only had two sessions with Rex, I believe that we have set a great foundation for work to be done. I have faith in his expertise and hope to continue moving in the positive direction.

Written on Dec 28, 2024 after therapy with Rex for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, and coping with life changes

A true expert! Excellent and very thorough!

Written on Dec 02, 2024 after therapy with Rex for 2 weeks on issues concerning lgbt

This was my first time seeking counseling and I was scared nervous and didn't know what to expect. Luckily I was matched with Rex and he made going through my process much easier than I thought.

Written on Nov 23, 2024 after therapy with Rex for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, grief, self esteem, career difficulties, and adhd

First session and I am amazed. Thank you.

Written on Nov 09, 2024 after therapy with Rex for 1 month on issues concerning addictions, and lgbt

Rex is a great therapist, he listens and asks questions to keep the conversation going and helps you out in whatever it is that you want help. He's amazing, 5 star and definitely would recommend.

Written on Oct 08, 2024 after therapy with Rex for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, lgbt, and self esteem