Rebecca Alexander

Rebecca Alexander, LCSW-R, MPH, RYT, PLLC, serves as the Board Chair for the Foundation Fighting Blindness Mental Health Council and is a psychodynamic psychotherapist with a private practice in Manhattan, specializing in individual, couples, and family therapy since March 2007. As a professional speaker and keynote speaker, Rebecca has presented at numerous prestigious events, including the Microsoft Inspire Conference and the International Symposium on Usher Syndrome. Notably, Rebecca is the author of "Not Fade Away: A Memoir of Senses Lost and Found," which details personal experiences with Usher Syndrome type III, a condition that causes simultaneous loss of sight and hearing. Educational background includes a Master of Public Health from Columbia University and a Master of Social Work, along with certifications in psychodynamic psychotherapy and eating disorders. Rebecca’s diverse experience also encompasses roles as a group fitness instructor and previous clinical positions, including working with the deaf community and in outpatient programs for eating disorders.