Therapists in Portsmouth, RI
Michael Castaldi
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Portsmouth, RI 02871
Providing Individual, Couples and Family Counseling.
As a practical, interactive therapist, my treatment approach is to provide support and practical feedback to help clients resolve current problems and long-standing patterns. With sensitivity and compassion, I help clients find solutions to a wide range of life challenges and psychological issues.rnrnBlending conventional and alternatives approaches, I draw on a variety of styles and techniques to incorporate what will be most helpful for each client. I work with each client to help them build on their strengths to identify and achieve life goals.
Providing Individual, Couples and Family Counseling.
As a practical, interactive therapist, my treatment approach is to provide support and practical feedback to help clients resolve current problems and long-standing patterns. With sensitivity and compassion, I help clients find solutions to a wide range of life challenges and psychological issues.rnrnBlending conventional and alternatives approaches, I draw on a variety of styles and techniques to incorporate what will be most helpful for each client. I work with each client to help them build on their strengths to identify and achieve life goals.
Deborah I Saboya
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Portsmouth, RI 02871
Client focused and humanistic practice committed to development, personal growth, and self determination in a rapidly evolving world. I offer an eclectic approach with several different modalities to meet individual needs via telehealth or in person sessions.
Client focused and humanistic practice committed to development, personal growth, and self determination in a rapidly evolving world. I offer an eclectic approach with several different modalities to meet individual needs via telehealth or in person sessions.
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Starlett Armstrong
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Newport, RI 02841 (Online Only)
Therapy is a collaborative/interactive process that allows you the freedom as well as the privacy to discuss issues that are too painful or difficult to discuss with your family and/or friends. Together, we will explore what brings you distress as well as what brings you relief. Therapy is designed to help empower you to accomplish mental health wellness and treatment goals. For therapy to be most effective, it is imperative that you take an active part in your treatment journey.
Therapy is a collaborative/interactive process that allows you the freedom as well as the privacy to discuss issues that are too painful or difficult to discuss with your family and/or friends. Together, we will explore what brings you distress as well as what brings you relief. Therapy is designed to help empower you to accomplish mental health wellness and treatment goals. For therapy to be most effective, it is imperative that you take an active part in your treatment journey.
Najlah Lezin
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Newport, RI 02840 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
My name is Najlah. I am not sure what you are in need of right now. The one thing that I do know, is that you are here for a reason. Looks like we have the same common goal. That is, Change. Things are hard right now. You're confused, you want clarity on where you are and how you got there. The advice from friends and family is no longer enough. Come chat with me, a licensed mental health counselor. Allow me to provide a safe space where you can utilize the proper skills to lead you into a more comfortable place in life. A place where happiness has new meaning. Where you can learn how to challenge your negative thoughts.
My name is Najlah. I am not sure what you are in need of right now. The one thing that I do know, is that you are here for a reason. Looks like we have the same common goal. That is, Change. Things are hard right now. You're confused, you want clarity on where you are and how you got there. The advice from friends and family is no longer enough. Come chat with me, a licensed mental health counselor. Allow me to provide a safe space where you can utilize the proper skills to lead you into a more comfortable place in life. A place where happiness has new meaning. Where you can learn how to challenge your negative thoughts.
Deidre M Fortes
Counselor, MA, CAGS, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Newport, RI 02840
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with over 15 years of experience in the field. I have worked with children, adults, couples, and families. My gentle, warm, holistic approach will offer you the environment that is not only safe, but understanding and compassionate. I will support you through the experience of working with your body, mind, and spirit, and assist you with making improvements in your life. Treatment is individualized. I work from a strengths based perspective. My practice is open to all people. Please visit my website for more information.
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with over 15 years of experience in the field. I have worked with children, adults, couples, and families. My gentle, warm, holistic approach will offer you the environment that is not only safe, but understanding and compassionate. I will support you through the experience of working with your body, mind, and spirit, and assist you with making improvements in your life. Treatment is individualized. I work from a strengths based perspective. My practice is open to all people. Please visit my website for more information.
VALLEE associates in psychology
Pre-Licensed Professional, LMHC
Verified Verified
Bristol, RI 02809
I am interested in helping all groups of people from all walks of life: including the LGBTQIA+ community, sex workers, and alternative lifestyles. My clinical interests and expertise include anxiety, OCD, depression, eating disorders, and racial identity. I believe that everyone is worthy of compassion, and through compassion, we can facilitate positive change.
I am interested in helping all groups of people from all walks of life: including the LGBTQIA+ community, sex workers, and alternative lifestyles. My clinical interests and expertise include anxiety, OCD, depression, eating disorders, and racial identity. I believe that everyone is worthy of compassion, and through compassion, we can facilitate positive change.
Wunesh W Bairu
Counselor, MA, CAGS, LMHC, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Bristol, RI 02809 (Online Only)
If you or your loved ones are feeling helplessly overwhelmed, depressed, or anxious my professional guidance and support may help restore wellness. The ultimate power for change to a productive life is yours. As a licensed counselor, my role is to help you connect with your thoughts, feelings, your present state of being, and your desired meaningful life style. My goal is that you acquire coping strategies to be in control of your situation.
If you or your loved ones are feeling helplessly overwhelmed, depressed, or anxious my professional guidance and support may help restore wellness. The ultimate power for change to a productive life is yours. As a licensed counselor, my role is to help you connect with your thoughts, feelings, your present state of being, and your desired meaningful life style. My goal is that you acquire coping strategies to be in control of your situation.
Seed of Life Psychotherapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSS, LCSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Newport, RI 02840 (Online Only)
It is with sincere gratitude and warm greetings that I welcome you! My name is Michelle Varra-White. Inspired by authentic connection, kindness, vulnerability, humor, and joy, I strive to collaborate with you in creating a brave, non-judgmental space where you can be curious and explore your healing journey, which is often times the hardest to start alone. I consider it a privilege to hold your confidence and as such I honor your self determination to choose the therapeutic vibe that is right for you. I also pay much attention to the healing pace, while being aware of when immediate relief is needed.
It is with sincere gratitude and warm greetings that I welcome you! My name is Michelle Varra-White. Inspired by authentic connection, kindness, vulnerability, humor, and joy, I strive to collaborate with you in creating a brave, non-judgmental space where you can be curious and explore your healing journey, which is often times the hardest to start alone. I consider it a privilege to hold your confidence and as such I honor your self determination to choose the therapeutic vibe that is right for you. I also pay much attention to the healing pace, while being aware of when immediate relief is needed.
Kenneth Patterson
Counselor, LMHC, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Warren, RI 02885
I have a history working with adults, children, couples and families. I enjoy working with a diverse population. Change is inevitable in life however how one moves through it is up to the individual. Behavior is changeable but only by the person that has the behavior not by his/her partner, parent, friend etc.
I have a history working with adults, children, couples and families. I enjoy working with a diverse population. Change is inevitable in life however how one moves through it is up to the individual. Behavior is changeable but only by the person that has the behavior not by his/her partner, parent, friend etc.
Mari Dias
Counselor, EdD, NCC, FT, GC-C, CG-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
North Kingstown, RI 02852
As both a thanatologist and certified grief counselor and a former hospice volunteer I find bereavement and end of life counseling is where I belong. It is humbling and gratifying; I am privileged to work with grieving a loss, both expected or traumatic, as well as spending the remaining months of an individual's life with them.I am also certified in complicated grief and hold a certificate in Psychological Autopsy autopsy. Moreover, I am a certified death doula.
As both a thanatologist and certified grief counselor and a former hospice volunteer I find bereavement and end of life counseling is where I belong. It is humbling and gratifying; I am privileged to work with grieving a loss, both expected or traumatic, as well as spending the remaining months of an individual's life with them.I am also certified in complicated grief and hold a certificate in Psychological Autopsy autopsy. Moreover, I am a certified death doula.
Online Therapists
Steffen Gillom
PhD, MFT
Verified Verified
Cumberland, RI 02864
Waitlist for new clients
I offer a flat $150 fee for individual, couple, and family therapy.
Does life feel hard right now? Do you have a problem expressing how you feel? Are you and your partner struggling? Is your family a source of stress instead of peace in your life? If you answered yes to any of those questions, you have come to the right place. I take pride in my ability to help my clients overcome the issues impacting their lives - big or small.
I offer a flat $150 fee for individual, couple, and family therapy.
Does life feel hard right now? Do you have a problem expressing how you feel? Are you and your partner struggling? Is your family a source of stress instead of peace in your life? If you answered yes to any of those questions, you have come to the right place. I take pride in my ability to help my clients overcome the issues impacting their lives - big or small.
Rachelle Bellevue
Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Warwick, RI 02886
As your clinician, my goal is to provide you with the tools and support needed to navigate life's complexities, manage stress, navigate family dynamics, nurture relationships, transition through life stages, and address mental health challenges.
Hello, my name is Rachelle and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and therapist at Brightside Behavioral Health. I am deeply committed to empowering individuals to make positive changes in their lives and communities. With nearly a decade of experience working with vulnerable children, youth, and families in Rhode Island, I bring a wealth of knowledge and expertise to our therapeutic partnership. My journey in the field of social work began with a bachelor's degree from Rhode Island College, I continued with a master's degree from Simmons University and recently obtained my clinical social work license for Rhode Island.
As your clinician, my goal is to provide you with the tools and support needed to navigate life's complexities, manage stress, navigate family dynamics, nurture relationships, transition through life stages, and address mental health challenges.
Hello, my name is Rachelle and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and therapist at Brightside Behavioral Health. I am deeply committed to empowering individuals to make positive changes in their lives and communities. With nearly a decade of experience working with vulnerable children, youth, and families in Rhode Island, I bring a wealth of knowledge and expertise to our therapeutic partnership. My journey in the field of social work began with a bachelor's degree from Rhode Island College, I continued with a master's degree from Simmons University and recently obtained my clinical social work license for Rhode Island.
Maya A. Williams
Counselor, LMHC, CCTP, ADHDCSP, CCATP, MA PGS
Verified Verified
West Warwick, RI 02893 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I acknowledge the systemic disparities and have a solid commitment to providing culturally sensitive, inclusive, and integrative care for BIPOC, the LGBTQIA+ community, and other marginalized communities. I specialize and/or have experience counseling adults with ADHD, complex trauma, difficulty managing anger or mood, relationship and/or family discord, phase of life circumstances, post-incarceration, grief, anxiety, problem gambling behaviors, racial trauma and identities, depression, parenting concerns, gender or identity expression, self-esteem, or body image concerns, and chronic medical conditions.
I acknowledge the systemic disparities and have a solid commitment to providing culturally sensitive, inclusive, and integrative care for BIPOC, the LGBTQIA+ community, and other marginalized communities. I specialize and/or have experience counseling adults with ADHD, complex trauma, difficulty managing anger or mood, relationship and/or family discord, phase of life circumstances, post-incarceration, grief, anxiety, problem gambling behaviors, racial trauma and identities, depression, parenting concerns, gender or identity expression, self-esteem, or body image concerns, and chronic medical conditions.
Irene Faioes, LMHC
Counselor, M, Ed, LMHC, CCTP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Woonsocket, RI 02895
Individual, Child & Family Therapy Services ranging from depression, anxiety to trauma treatment.
Individual, Child & Family Therapy Services ranging from depression, anxiety to trauma treatment.
Own Your Voice Mental Wellness, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Providence, RI 02904
Why do I need therapy? Therapy is for people who are crazy or out of control! I should be able to do this by myself! Asking or getting help means I'm not capable or strong. People are in therapy "cause they have to be." Couple's therapy is a last resort. Family therapy doesn't work/is not for me. Are any of these questions going through your mind? Is it helpful to know you are not alone? Sometimes, people are apprehensive about engaging in therapy or leery about continuing with therapy. All of the above reactions are understandable considering people's experiences. Licensure supervision/professional consultations offered.
Why do I need therapy? Therapy is for people who are crazy or out of control! I should be able to do this by myself! Asking or getting help means I'm not capable or strong. People are in therapy "cause they have to be." Couple's therapy is a last resort. Family therapy doesn't work/is not for me. Are any of these questions going through your mind? Is it helpful to know you are not alone? Sometimes, people are apprehensive about engaging in therapy or leery about continuing with therapy. All of the above reactions are understandable considering people's experiences. Licensure supervision/professional consultations offered.
Flourish Therapeutic Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Warwick, RI 02888
In life we often strive for growth, whether in school, work, family, relationships, etc. Through this journey, we are met with obstacles, detours, traumas, and, tragedies. When hit with these factors, it may be difficult to focus on your initial goal. It may be difficult to find joy, satisfaction, and excitement in the things you once did. It may cause feelings of self-doubt, low self-esteem, increased anger, guilt, shame, hopelessness, or cause family disruption, and relationship conflicts. Counseling will support in addressing these unplanned factors and help restart the process for growth.
In life we often strive for growth, whether in school, work, family, relationships, etc. Through this journey, we are met with obstacles, detours, traumas, and, tragedies. When hit with these factors, it may be difficult to focus on your initial goal. It may be difficult to find joy, satisfaction, and excitement in the things you once did. It may cause feelings of self-doubt, low self-esteem, increased anger, guilt, shame, hopelessness, or cause family disruption, and relationship conflicts. Counseling will support in addressing these unplanned factors and help restart the process for growth.
Cumberland Counseling, LLC
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMHC, LMFT, CCTP, ACS
Verified Verified
Cumberland, RI 02864
Cumberland Counseling, LLC is a group private practice providing a wide variety of support. We have licensed and advanced associate clinicians who practice in RI, MA, and CT with a focus on Marriage and Family Therapy. Individual treament is available for those suffering with behavioral, emotional or life issues. We will teach you how to utilize techniques in your daily life to acheive mindfulness, strength and positivity. We also strive to bring help to those suffering with sexualilty, cultural, racial or spirituality issues.
Cumberland Counseling, LLC is a group private practice providing a wide variety of support. We have licensed and advanced associate clinicians who practice in RI, MA, and CT with a focus on Marriage and Family Therapy. Individual treament is available for those suffering with behavioral, emotional or life issues. We will teach you how to utilize techniques in your daily life to acheive mindfulness, strength and positivity. We also strive to bring help to those suffering with sexualilty, cultural, racial or spirituality issues.
Felicia Deutsch
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Lincoln, RI 02865
I have been helping people for over 25 years in dealing with depression, anxiety, chronic PTSD and family issues in a comprehensive manner working with their PCP, psychiatrist and other community agencies. I hold a BSW from Rhode Island College and an MSW from Florida State University. I am empathic, open-minded and non-judgmental. My goal is to help you achieve your goals.
I have been helping people for over 25 years in dealing with depression, anxiety, chronic PTSD and family issues in a comprehensive manner working with their PCP, psychiatrist and other community agencies. I hold a BSW from Rhode Island College and an MSW from Florida State University. I am empathic, open-minded and non-judgmental. My goal is to help you achieve your goals.
Stop Look & Listen LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, BSN RN, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cranston, RI 02920
At Stop Look and Listen Psychotherapy Offices, we work with adults of all ages, including elderly. We help you develop coping skills to deal with depression, suicidal thoughts, anxiety, substance abuse, family conflict including domestic violence, legal issues, loss of health, problems in the work place, loss of family and grief, as well as dealing with aging and pain management. We have expertise in dealing with trauma and PTSD (Post Traumatic Stress Disorder).
At Stop Look and Listen Psychotherapy Offices, we work with adults of all ages, including elderly. We help you develop coping skills to deal with depression, suicidal thoughts, anxiety, substance abuse, family conflict including domestic violence, legal issues, loss of health, problems in the work place, loss of family and grief, as well as dealing with aging and pain management. We have expertise in dealing with trauma and PTSD (Post Traumatic Stress Disorder).
Yves T Mukanya
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, LMHC-S
Verified Verified
Providence, RI 02904
In addition, I understand the importance of work/life balance and the impact that it can have on a family, fathers and young men.
A major downfall in today’s fast-paced society is that many people feel unheard or unseen. Due to the constant need to conform and keep up, people don't have the time or the opportunity to discover who they are and what they want out of life. This leads to anxiety, stress, depression, issues in relationship, confusion, and low self-esteem. I strive to create a safe environment, free of judgement and negativity, and give my clients the opportunity for self-exploration. By giving them my full attention, they feel heard, validated, and encouraged to pursue their greatest desires according to their own beliefs, and new found aspiration.
In addition, I understand the importance of work/life balance and the impact that it can have on a family, fathers and young men.
A major downfall in today’s fast-paced society is that many people feel unheard or unseen. Due to the constant need to conform and keep up, people don't have the time or the opportunity to discover who they are and what they want out of life. This leads to anxiety, stress, depression, issues in relationship, confusion, and low self-esteem. I strive to create a safe environment, free of judgement and negativity, and give my clients the opportunity for self-exploration. By giving them my full attention, they feel heard, validated, and encouraged to pursue their greatest desires according to their own beliefs, and new found aspiration.
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Family Therapy
What do family therapists do?
A family therapist facilitates the process of understanding and improving how a family functions. The therapist will help family members develop empathy for one another. They’ll seek to understand existing patterns, misunderstandings, and conflicts that arise, in order to help the family arrive at a realistic, unified understanding and develop the coping skills they need to build stronger relationships.
How long does therapy for families take to work?
Therapy manifests differently in every family; a common time frame is 12 weekly sessions, but some families may see improvement after just a few weeks. Families should discuss their goals with the therapist at the beginning of the process and periodically revisit those goals to assess their progress together.
How can you encourage a family member to attend family therapy?
You can encourage family members to attend therapy by expressing with both love and concern the challenges you see and explaining how a therapist could help the family navigate those challenges together. An outside perspective can help everyone feel heard, get on the same page, and develop new skills. If family members are still hesitant, it may be helpful to emphasize that family therapy is short-term—it won’t last forever.
Is therapy for families effective?
Family therapy can significantly improve family dynamics and relationships. Research suggests that family therapy can help individuals understand their role in the family, communicate and solve problems together, reduce conflict and draw boundaries when necessary, and develop coping skills for stressors, major life changes, and mental or physical illnesses within the family.