Dr. Rebecca Ann Versaci

Rebecca Ann Versaci, PhD, CCLS, LCAT, RDT, FT, is a child life specialist, creative arts therapist, and thanatologist specializing in supporting children and families experiencing serious illness, grief, and bereavement. She serves as a Senior Child Life Specialist at Cohen Children’s Medical Center, where she provides psychosocial care to children and families during end-of-life. In her private practice, she facilitates drama therapy with children and families navigating grief and loss. Dr. Versaci has presented at professional conferences and is committed to integrating research and clinical practice to support developmentally attuned, family-centered care. Her work is grounded in creating space for children and families to engage in creativity, share, and make meaning of their stories.