Becky Presthus, LMHP

Becky Presthus is a licensed mental health professional based in Nebraska with 25 years of clinical experience. As an LMHP - Licensed Mental Health Professional - she works with adults facing depression, anxiety, trauma and abuse, low self-esteem, stress, and anger, bringing a steady, informed presence to each therapeutic relationship.

Her practice emphasizes practical healing and personal growth across many life domains. She addresses relationship dynamics, workplace stress, and the lingering effects of past experiences, and she supports people navigating midlife transitions and the challenges of young adulthood. Her work also encompasses a broad range of related concerns, including attachment and blended family issues, caregiver stress, body image, and recovery from domestic violence.

Becky approaches therapy with empathy, respect, and collaboration, helping people build resilience and deepen self-understanding. She combines focused clinical methods with attention to each person’s priorities, aiming to help clients develop clearer coping strategies and meaningful change. For those seeking support with anxiety, trauma processing, or improved self-acceptance, she offers steady guidance tailored to each individual’s goals.

Approach-Focused Care and Online Sessions

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, helps people identify and shift unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors. It is often used for anxiety, depression, stress, and anger by teaching concrete skills to manage symptoms and respond differently to challenging situations.

Solution-Focused Therapy concentrates on practical goals and the strengths a person already has. Sessions tend to be future-oriented, working to uncover small, effective changes that build momentum and improve day-to-day functioning.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Becky collaborates with each person to determine which methods fit best with their needs, goals, and preferences. Together they evaluate what is helping and adjust the plan as progress unfolds, keeping the work tailored and practical.

Online therapy offers flexibility and accessibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options make it easier to maintain regular sessions around work, family, and other commitments, and they allow licensed professionals to provide consistent care even when in-person visits are not feasible.