Therapists in Bristol, RI
Tori Lynn Panzarella
Counselor, LMHC, LCDP
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Bristol, RI 02809 (Online Only)
In a society that prioritizes productivity over mental health, it is to be expected that at some point we might feel disconnected from our lives, values, and relationships. We can become distracted by the “goal” of avoiding uncomfortable emotions rather than making space for all emotional experiences. In a purposeful and meaningful life, suffering is inevitable. There will be fear, loss, and sadness but also, peace, joy, and contentment. Part of being human means we have the capacity for feeling all of the emotions and when we make space for them, we can learn how to stay present and connected with our values and our journey.
In a society that prioritizes productivity over mental health, it is to be expected that at some point we might feel disconnected from our lives, values, and relationships. We can become distracted by the “goal” of avoiding uncomfortable emotions rather than making space for all emotional experiences. In a purposeful and meaningful life, suffering is inevitable. There will be fear, loss, and sadness but also, peace, joy, and contentment. Part of being human means we have the capacity for feeling all of the emotions and when we make space for them, we can learn how to stay present and connected with our values and our journey.
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Shabana Mohamed
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Warren, RI 02885
Waitlist for new clients
When you're in the therapy room with me, you can expect to meet with a compassionate and empathetic therapist with an emotion focused, feminist and social justice oriented lens.
Connecting with a therapist can feel like a challenge. I hope to provide a safe and inclusive space for my clients to feel heard and understood. I believe in exploring each person’s individual strengths while also challenging them to work towards their goals to make positive changes in their lives. My areas of interest and expertise include treating and managing life with ADHD, women's issues, anxiety, and issues related to cultural identity and intergenerational trauma.
When you're in the therapy room with me, you can expect to meet with a compassionate and empathetic therapist with an emotion focused, feminist and social justice oriented lens.
Connecting with a therapist can feel like a challenge. I hope to provide a safe and inclusive space for my clients to feel heard and understood. I believe in exploring each person’s individual strengths while also challenging them to work towards their goals to make positive changes in their lives. My areas of interest and expertise include treating and managing life with ADHD, women's issues, anxiety, and issues related to cultural identity and intergenerational trauma.
Jack Tillman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Barrington, RI 02806
My commitment as a therapist is to provide a warm and affirming environment where clients can receive support metabolizing trauma and restore a sense of safety, trust, and authentic re-connection to themselves. Utilizing a psychodynamic approach that is nurturing, collaborative, and informed by an anti-oppressive framework, I work with clients to navigate the heartache of grief and loss, to explore how past relationship dynamics impact them in the present, to attend to ways of adapting that no longer serve them, and to learn new and alternative ways of relating.
My commitment as a therapist is to provide a warm and affirming environment where clients can receive support metabolizing trauma and restore a sense of safety, trust, and authentic re-connection to themselves. Utilizing a psychodynamic approach that is nurturing, collaborative, and informed by an anti-oppressive framework, I work with clients to navigate the heartache of grief and loss, to explore how past relationship dynamics impact them in the present, to attend to ways of adapting that no longer serve them, and to learn new and alternative ways of relating.
Suzanne Brushart-Shaw
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Barrington, RI 02806
Waitlist for new clients
Human beings are instinctually driven towards healing. I believe in my clients' capacity to grow, heal and thrive. I strive to provide compassionate support in the form of collaboration, education and witnessing. The scope of my practice ranges from facilitating healing from trauma and abusive relationships to empowering clients to make healthy choices that create lasting positive change and satisfaction.
Human beings are instinctually driven towards healing. I believe in my clients' capacity to grow, heal and thrive. I strive to provide compassionate support in the form of collaboration, education and witnessing. The scope of my practice ranges from facilitating healing from trauma and abusive relationships to empowering clients to make healthy choices that create lasting positive change and satisfaction.
Shannon Erisman
Psychologist, PhD, PsyPact
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Riverside, RI 02915
Women (including trans and nonbinary individuals) face unique challenges across the lifespan, particularly during times of transition. Overwhelming emotions, irritability, anxiety, or low mood are all signs that a change is needed, quite possibly in the form of a skilled, compassionate therapist to help you navigate these experiences. I specialize in the treatment of anxiety, borderline personality disorder, and perinatal mental health. I love working with college-aged folks (particularly the Brown University community) and couples as well.
Women (including trans and nonbinary individuals) face unique challenges across the lifespan, particularly during times of transition. Overwhelming emotions, irritability, anxiety, or low mood are all signs that a change is needed, quite possibly in the form of a skilled, compassionate therapist to help you navigate these experiences. I specialize in the treatment of anxiety, borderline personality disorder, and perinatal mental health. I love working with college-aged folks (particularly the Brown University community) and couples as well.
Erin T Albanese
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LCDP, CGS
Verified Verified
Warwick, RI 02889 (Online Only)
Erin is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Chemical Dependency and EMDR professional who completed her graduate studies focus in trauma centered care. Licensed in Rhode Island and Maine, Erin has over 20 years of experience providing diverse client-centered care. While working with Erin, you will receive the resources, tools and guidance to meet your mental health and wellness needs and gain the insight you desire to support your goals.
Erin is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Chemical Dependency and EMDR professional who completed her graduate studies focus in trauma centered care. Licensed in Rhode Island and Maine, Erin has over 20 years of experience providing diverse client-centered care. While working with Erin, you will receive the resources, tools and guidance to meet your mental health and wellness needs and gain the insight you desire to support your goals.
Meghan Shea
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Narragansett, RI 02878 (Online Only)
Accepting NEW clients in NY and RI for evening appointments! I am a seasoned, experienced therapist, dedicated to helping my clients feel joy, hope, worthiness, and fulfillment. My current clients see me as someone who is caring, calm, empathic, and goes the extra mile. I work hard to create a safe, trusting space where you can share freely. Are you struggling to get out of bed where every day feel like a slog? Is anxiety stopping you from the life you dreamed of? I am here for these and many other struggles!
Accepting NEW clients in NY and RI for evening appointments! I am a seasoned, experienced therapist, dedicated to helping my clients feel joy, hope, worthiness, and fulfillment. My current clients see me as someone who is caring, calm, empathic, and goes the extra mile. I work hard to create a safe, trusting space where you can share freely. Are you struggling to get out of bed where every day feel like a slog? Is anxiety stopping you from the life you dreamed of? I am here for these and many other struggles!
Ginny G Lindgren
Pre-Licensed Professional, LMHCA, LCDP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Warwick, RI 02888
Hello, I'm Ginny Lindgren, and I am dedicated to providing compassionate and effective mental health support. As a therapist, my practice is grounded in evidence-based modalities such as DBT, ACT, and CBT, tailored to meet the unique needs of each individual. My specialization includes addressing a spectrum of mental health challenges, ranging from PTSD, trauma, anxiety, and depression to suicidal risk, dual diagnosis, substance use, and OCD. I work collaboratively with adolescents (12-18), young adults (18-35), adults (35-45), and middle adults (45-65) to foster resilience and promote well-being.
Hello, I'm Ginny Lindgren, and I am dedicated to providing compassionate and effective mental health support. As a therapist, my practice is grounded in evidence-based modalities such as DBT, ACT, and CBT, tailored to meet the unique needs of each individual. My specialization includes addressing a spectrum of mental health challenges, ranging from PTSD, trauma, anxiety, and depression to suicidal risk, dual diagnosis, substance use, and OCD. I work collaboratively with adolescents (12-18), young adults (18-35), adults (35-45), and middle adults (45-65) to foster resilience and promote well-being.
Compassionate Healing
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Warwick, RI 02886 (Online Only)
Compassionate Healing is a group psychotherapy practice offering mental health services to clients in Rhode Island and Massachusetts. Our therapists provide compassionate, evidence-based therapy to individuals and families across the lifespan, with a particular focus in child, adolescent, and trauma-focused therapies and parenting support. We specialize in tailoring acceptance-based and cognitive-behavioral treatments to support each client's unique needs and goals.
Compassionate Healing is a group psychotherapy practice offering mental health services to clients in Rhode Island and Massachusetts. Our therapists provide compassionate, evidence-based therapy to individuals and families across the lifespan, with a particular focus in child, adolescent, and trauma-focused therapies and parenting support. We specialize in tailoring acceptance-based and cognitive-behavioral treatments to support each client's unique needs and goals.
Marta Rosol, LICSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, CDP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
East Providence, RI 02914
I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker specializing in all aspects of older adults issues surrounding the challenges of aging and caregiving. I help people embrace and optimize their aging experience by utilizing compassionate and empathetic approach with realistic feedback guided by your needs, values, culture and self-determination. I provide a comfortable and safe therapeutic environment where you can explore your thoughts and feelings, where you can feel heard, understood and validated.
I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker specializing in all aspects of older adults issues surrounding the challenges of aging and caregiving. I help people embrace and optimize their aging experience by utilizing compassionate and empathetic approach with realistic feedback guided by your needs, values, culture and self-determination. I provide a comfortable and safe therapeutic environment where you can explore your thoughts and feelings, where you can feel heard, understood and validated.
Mind Matters Therapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
Riverside, RI 02915
Are you seeking a culturally sensitive therapist who will not make stereotypical assumptions, but will honor your unique story, history and journey? Have you been told that therapy is for the weak or for those whose faith is not strong enough? Are you looking for a place where you can feel safe enough to say everything you need to without feeling as though you need to take care of the therapist?
Are you seeking a culturally sensitive therapist who will not make stereotypical assumptions, but will honor your unique story, history and journey? Have you been told that therapy is for the weak or for those whose faith is not strong enough? Are you looking for a place where you can feel safe enough to say everything you need to without feeling as though you need to take care of the therapist?
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.
Laura Cliff
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
Verified Verified
Warwick, RI 02888
With a holistic approach, I am a trauma-informed clinician with the ability to treat a variety of issues including grief, chronic stress, life transitions, and various types of trauma - with a special interest in healing attachment and relational trauma (physical/ sexual abuse, neglect, abandonment, bullying, childhood trauma). Working collaboratively, we can begin to identify deep core wounds, create boundaries, silence shame and inappropriate guilt, repair self-esteem, and your relationship with yourself.
With a holistic approach, I am a trauma-informed clinician with the ability to treat a variety of issues including grief, chronic stress, life transitions, and various types of trauma - with a special interest in healing attachment and relational trauma (physical/ sexual abuse, neglect, abandonment, bullying, childhood trauma). Working collaboratively, we can begin to identify deep core wounds, create boundaries, silence shame and inappropriate guilt, repair self-esteem, and your relationship with yourself.
Deborah L Haug
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Cranston, RI 02905
Not accepting new clients
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with a special interest in working with girls and women (ages 12-75). My focus is on helping women and girls find their voice and to learn how to use it to express, assert, and stand up for themselves. Additionally, I enjoy helping Mothers and Daughters and Fathers and Daughters navigate their often intricate and thorny relationships.
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with a special interest in working with girls and women (ages 12-75). My focus is on helping women and girls find their voice and to learn how to use it to express, assert, and stand up for themselves. Additionally, I enjoy helping Mothers and Daughters and Fathers and Daughters navigate their often intricate and thorny relationships.
Online Therapists
Tyler Puryear
Counselor, LMHC, MPH, MS
Verified Verified
Providence, RI 02906
Tyler uses an integrative approach consisting of evidence-based concepts of cognitive-behavioral therapy for symptom reduction and coping skills, while integrating more person-centered elements of feminist therapy and queer theory.
Tyler is a licensed therapist in Rhode Island and a Certified Clinical Anxiety Treatment Professional (CCATP). Tyler works with young adults, college students, and adults struggling with addiction, chronic illness, anxiety, depression, and life transitions. He specializes in working with LGBTQ+ clients who are exploring their sexual identity development and/or are in need of an affirming therapeutic space to process other concerns. He has experience working with clients of diverse racial, ethnic and gender identities and tailors therapeutic interventions to fit your individual identity and needs.
Tyler uses an integrative approach consisting of evidence-based concepts of cognitive-behavioral therapy for symptom reduction and coping skills, while integrating more person-centered elements of feminist therapy and queer theory.
Tyler is a licensed therapist in Rhode Island and a Certified Clinical Anxiety Treatment Professional (CCATP). Tyler works with young adults, college students, and adults struggling with addiction, chronic illness, anxiety, depression, and life transitions. He specializes in working with LGBTQ+ clients who are exploring their sexual identity development and/or are in need of an affirming therapeutic space to process other concerns. He has experience working with clients of diverse racial, ethnic and gender identities and tailors therapeutic interventions to fit your individual identity and needs.
Sarah Palomo
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lincoln, RI 02865
I work with teenagers, emerging adults, and adults and particularly enjoy working with high school, college, and graduate students. I care deeply about offering queer and gender affirming therapy and welcome queer and gender expansive folks of all ages. I draw on relational, intersectional feminist, narrative, internal family systems, attachment, and somatic approaches to therapy. I strive to make each client feel understood, valued, and empowered because I believe healing and growth emerges from a strong therapeutic alliance.
I work with teenagers, emerging adults, and adults and particularly enjoy working with high school, college, and graduate students. I care deeply about offering queer and gender affirming therapy and welcome queer and gender expansive folks of all ages. I draw on relational, intersectional feminist, narrative, internal family systems, attachment, and somatic approaches to therapy. I strive to make each client feel understood, valued, and empowered because I believe healing and growth emerges from a strong therapeutic alliance.
Breakwater Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, MSW, MA
Verified Verified
Cumberland, RI 02864 (Online Only)
I'm currently only accepting self-pay clients (not using insurance). How uncomfortable do you have to be to make a change? Sometimes we know we need to make changes, but aren't sure how to, when, or even what needs to change. Sometimes we need an empathetic ear to hear our stories to help us make sense of what we have going on in our lives. Whether it is career challenges, family or relationship issues, coming out a bit later in life, or the existential questions that have your mind racing, therapy can help dial down the noise so that you can hear yourself.
I'm currently only accepting self-pay clients (not using insurance). How uncomfortable do you have to be to make a change? Sometimes we know we need to make changes, but aren't sure how to, when, or even what needs to change. Sometimes we need an empathetic ear to hear our stories to help us make sense of what we have going on in our lives. Whether it is career challenges, family or relationship issues, coming out a bit later in life, or the existential questions that have your mind racing, therapy can help dial down the noise so that you can hear yourself.
Hailie Baton-Kirk
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
East Greenwich, RI 02818
Waitlist for new clients
Finding yourself second-guessing your relationship? Experiencing hopelessness, anxiety, confusion, can't stop thinking about your relationship but are unsure of the next steps? If you & your partner are struggling with communication, trust, or infidelity, & are unsure how to heal, now may be the right time to seek help. We will work together to overcome infidelity, breakdowns in communication, trauma, & learned behaviors & reassure you that your relationship can be reclaimed. Without the right tools, we often struggle to create or maintain meaningful connections. Read more about booking a session & building your toolbox today
Finding yourself second-guessing your relationship? Experiencing hopelessness, anxiety, confusion, can't stop thinking about your relationship but are unsure of the next steps? If you & your partner are struggling with communication, trust, or infidelity, & are unsure how to heal, now may be the right time to seek help. We will work together to overcome infidelity, breakdowns in communication, trauma, & learned behaviors & reassure you that your relationship can be reclaimed. Without the right tools, we often struggle to create or maintain meaningful connections. Read more about booking a session & building your toolbox today
Alison B Akers
Counselor, MAT, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
Lincoln, RI 02865
Now accepting BCBS of RI. You seek therapy for your own reasons. Bring them to me. With sensitivity and empathy, I use care and clinical precision to help you reach your aha! moments. I use my years of experience to empathically open you to self-awareness. My work centers around your reality and helping you interpret your feelings. Through our work, you will gain emotional intelligence and mindfulness—keys to inner strength. Fundamentally, this collaboration will be useful to you.
Now accepting BCBS of RI. You seek therapy for your own reasons. Bring them to me. With sensitivity and empathy, I use care and clinical precision to help you reach your aha! moments. I use my years of experience to empathically open you to self-awareness. My work centers around your reality and helping you interpret your feelings. Through our work, you will gain emotional intelligence and mindfulness—keys to inner strength. Fundamentally, this collaboration will be useful to you.
Elliot M Ruggles
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Providence, RI 02909 (Online Only)
I am a clinical social worker with advanced training in human sexuality. I assist clients in gaining insights about gender, sexuality and/or relationships. For example, I can help in healing from sexual harm, improve sexual functioning, address out-of-control sexual behavior, and help explore challenges related to sexuality and ability. I can help you live authentically within intimate relationships (inclusive of non-monogamy), and explore the development of sexual attraction and gender identity over the life course. I help many people heal from sexual harm and live more authentic lives from a holistic perspective.
I am a clinical social worker with advanced training in human sexuality. I assist clients in gaining insights about gender, sexuality and/or relationships. For example, I can help in healing from sexual harm, improve sexual functioning, address out-of-control sexual behavior, and help explore challenges related to sexuality and ability. I can help you live authentically within intimate relationships (inclusive of non-monogamy), and explore the development of sexual attraction and gender identity over the life course. I help many people heal from sexual harm and live more authentic lives from a holistic perspective.
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Feminist Therapists
How does feminist therapy work?
Feminist therapy sessions are not only personal but often cultural or political in nature, as the approach is based on the belief that people are affected by, and often struggle with, cultural and societal norms and biases, and need to move beyond those external pressures or stressors to tap their own confidence and engage more fully in their own identity. Sessions may therefore include discussions of sexism, diversity, and gender issues and talk of steps toward greater empowerment for patients who believe they have been silenced and seek to raise their voices.
What are examples of feminist therapy techniques?
Along with traditional talk therapy and analysis, a feminist therapist may employ techniques such as role-playing and assertiveness training to help clients build their self-esteem so that they feel they can act freely, and not based on cultural expectations or gender roles dictated by others. A feminist therapist may also engage in bibliotherapy, offering suggested readings on gender identity or social power inequities as they work toward viewing mental-health concerns through a broad cultural lens before focusing on how they affect the individual. Somatic therapy techniques, with an emphasis on body awareness, self-compassion, and mindfulness practices are also often part of feminist therapist practice.
How long does feminist therapy last?
As with most forms of talk therapy, there is no set duration or end point for feminist therapy; people who believe that they are making progress typically continue until they feel they’ve addressed the issues that had been holding them back. It may take some time to become comfortable discussing personal issues, but once a client feels they can do so, they could expect therapy to last for a number of months, typically including at least 12 sessions.
Does feminist therapy work?
As a relatively recent therapeutic technique, there is not yet a body of evidence proving the efficacy of feminist therapy. However, the approach is based on proven core principles of talk therapy, with a particular emphasis on developing a therapeutic relationship based on equality and authentic connection between therapist and client and discovering and building on clients’ personal strengths to help them gain a greater sense of personal power and agency.