Rebecca King
MD • Doctor of Medicine
About
Dr. Rebecca King brings a unique perspective to therapy, combining her medical background as an MD with a specialized focus on transforming complex relational patterns. With a practice that spans across generations, Dr. King works with children, teenagers, adults, couples, and families, offering a comprehensive approach to mental health and relationship dynamics.
At the heart of Dr. King's therapeutic philosophy is the belief in the incredible adaptability of the human mind and body. She emphasizes that therapy is a powerful tool for change, capable of guiding individuals and families through seemingly insurmountable challenges. Her approach is intensely interactive, focusing on untangling patterns that prevent change and helping clients navigate the complexities of life, relationships, and personal growth.
Dr. King's expertise covers a wide range of issues, from childhood anxiety and bullying to adult self-criticism and marital difficulties. She has extensive experience working with families of teens showing distress through self-harm or suicidal thoughts, as well as helping young adults transition into adulthood. Her practice also addresses complex family dynamics, excessive worry, and anger management stemming from various life experiences.
As an Adjunct Clinical Assistant Professor at SUNY Upstate Medical University, Dr. King contributes to the education of future mental health professionals by teaching and supervising psychiatry residents and medical students. This academic involvement keeps her at the forefront of current therapeutic practices and research.
Dr. King's approach to therapy is unique in that she does not use medication in her practice, focusing instead on therapeutic interventions that promote lasting change. She emphasizes the importance of curiosity about one's relational experiences and the willingness to explore one's role in their network of experiences. Dr. King views these elements as foundational to shifting away from stuck and damaging life patterns, offering a path to transformation that goes beyond simplified techniques.
Qualifications
Education
- Doctor of Medicine
Specialties & Expertise
Specializations
- Child or Adolescent
- Marital and Premarital
- Parenting
State Licenses
- New York
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Locations
Rebecca King, M.D. - Syracuse Office
2507 James St, 206
Syracuse, NY 13206