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Dr. J Sema Bruno
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MFT-A, PhD, A-CCEP
Photo of Dr. J Sema Bruno, MFT-A, PhD, A-CCEP, Marriage & Family Therapist Associate

Dr. J Sema Bruno

Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MFT-A, PhD, A-CCEP (she, they)

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1275 Wampanoag Road, 8B, Barrington, RI 02806
(401) 227-3919
Let's Connect (401) 227-3919
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I take an embodied, client-centered approach when working with individuals, couples, polycules, and families, I work with issues from a systemic lens, actively bridging transgenerational and historical events and situations with presenting concerns. I am dedicated to helping clients process and work through issues relating to trauma, abuse, gender identity and non-conformity, sex therapy, co-parenting, career advancement, non-monogamy and polyamory, classism, racism, and sexism. I am well prepared to support clients in breaking through destructive patterns in pursuit of deeper satisfaction with life, career, and relationships.
Although trained in several clinical models, I most often utilize emotionally focused therapy (EFT) and other experiential models such as Satirian and internal family systems (IFS), Core Energetics, and trauma-informed care. In addition to my Ph.D. and MA Certificate in Marriage and Family Therapy, I have advanced training in Core Energetics (A-CCEP).
I hope to provide a nurturing and adept container for clients to thoroughly explore their presenting concerns. My decades-long work with new parents, couples, families, trauma survivors, and at-risk youth has shown me that people and relationships are incredibly resilient when they have the appropriate support, resources, and therapeutic tools made available
Call or Dr. J Sema Bruno now for a free 15 minute consultation - (401) 227-3919

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Cumberland Counseling LLC

1275 Wampanoag Road

8B

Barrington, RI 02806

(401) 227-3919

Cumberland Counseling LLC

175 Nate Whipple Highway

202

Cumberland, RI 02864

I offer therapy sessions in-person and online. I'm available most weekdays and in the evenings.
I specialize in Sex Therapy, Trauma and PTSD and non-monogamy 
$150 Per Session  
I see individuals, couples and families  
Let's Connect (401) 227-3919
Photo of Dr. J Sema Bruno, MFT-A, PhD, A-CCEP, Marriage & Family Therapist Associate

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Cumberland Counseling LLC

1275 Wampanoag Road

8B

Barrington, RI 02806

(401) 227-3919

Cumberland Counseling LLC

175 Nate Whipple Highway

202

Cumberland, RI 02864

I offer therapy sessions in-person and online. I'm available most weekdays and in the evenings.
I specialize in Sex Therapy, Trauma and PTSD and non-monogamy 
$150 Per Session  
I see individuals, couples and families  

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $150
  • Couple Sessions $150
  • Pay by Cash, Check, Health Savings Account, Paypal, Venmo, Zelle
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I can provide a superbill for clients for out-of-network care.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (401) 227-3919
Photo of Dr. J Sema Bruno, MFT-A, PhD, A-CCEP, Marriage & Family Therapist Associate
Dr. J Sema Bruno
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MFT-A, PhD, A-CCEP
"
I can provide a superbill for clients for out-of-network care.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (401) 227-3919
Photo of Dr. J Sema Bruno, MFT-A, PhD, A-CCEP, Marriage & Family Therapist Associate
Dr. J Sema Bruno
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MFT-A, PhD, A-CCEP

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Supervised by Nompelelo Boucher, LMFT (Rhode Island / MFT00237) J Sema Bruno
  • In Practice for 3 Years
  • Certificate from Antioch University of New England 2020
  • Certificate from Institute of Core Energetics 2021
  • Attended Antioch University of New England, PhD, Couples and Family Therapy, Graduated 2023
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While pursuing licensure only recently, I have worked as a helping professional in a variety of capacities. I trained therapists and worked directly with survivors of human trafficking, been a doula, worked in transition support, been a parent coach, and was senior field staff in Wilderness Therapy.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (401) 227-3919
Photo of Dr. J Sema Bruno, MFT-A, PhD, A-CCEP, Marriage & Family Therapist Associate
Dr. J Sema Bruno
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MFT-A, PhD, A-CCEP
"
While pursuing licensure only recently, I have worked as a helping professional in a variety of capacities. I trained therapists and worked directly with survivors of human trafficking, been a doula, worked in transition support, been a parent coach, and was senior field staff in Wilderness Therapy.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (401) 227-3919
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Dr. J Sema Bruno
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MFT-A, PhD, A-CCEP

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Sex Therapy
  • Trauma and PTSD
  • non-monogamy

Expertise

  • Anger Management
  • Child
  • Codependency
  • Depression
  • Divorce
  • Domestic Violence
  • Emotional Disturbance
  • Family Conflict
  • Infidelity
  • Life Transitions
  • Marital and Premarital
  • Open Relationships Non-Monogamy
  • Parenting
  • Peer Relationships
  • Racial Identity
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Sex-Positive, Kink Allied
  • Sexual Abuse
  • Spirituality
  • Stress
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I work with clients from a relational standpoint, diving deeply into interpersonal dynamics, intimacy and sexuality, family of origin, and influential relationships both historic and present. These include romantic, friendship, peer, and professional relationships. Most clients see improved relationships shortly after beginning therapy, reporting deeper satisfaction and less conflict.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (401) 227-3919
Photo of Dr. J Sema Bruno, MFT-A, PhD, A-CCEP, Marriage & Family Therapist Associate
Dr. J Sema Bruno
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MFT-A, PhD, A-CCEP
"
I work with clients from a relational standpoint, diving deeply into interpersonal dynamics, intimacy and sexuality, family of origin, and influential relationships both historic and present. These include romantic, friendship, peer, and professional relationships. Most clients see improved relationships shortly after beginning therapy, reporting deeper satisfaction and less conflict.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (401) 227-3919
Photo of Dr. J Sema Bruno, MFT-A, PhD, A-CCEP, Marriage & Family Therapist Associate
Dr. J Sema Bruno
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MFT-A, PhD, A-CCEP

Client Focus

Age

Preteen , 
Adults

Participants

Individuals , 
Couples , 
Family

Communities

Non-Binary Allied , 
Queer Allied , 
Racial Justice Allied , 
Sex Worker Allied , 
Single Mother , 
Transgender Allied

Age

Preteen , 
Adults

Participants

Individuals , 
Couples , 
Family

Communities

Non-Binary Allied , 
Queer Allied , 
Racial Justice Allied , 
Sex Worker Allied , 
Single Mother , 
Transgender Allied

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Attachment-based
  • Core Energetics
  • Dance Movement Therapy
  • Emotionally Focused
  • Experiential Therapy
  • Family / Marital
  • Family Systems
  • Gestalt
  • Internal Family Systems (IFS)
  • Multicultural
  • Narrative
  • Relational
  • Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
  • Somatic
  • Trauma Focused
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I often use experiential therapies in my practice. I invite clients to share how they feel and how they have developed identity and self-worth (or lack thereof for many of us at times). Together, we will look at what beliefs and conclusions you have come to based on your life experience. During treatment, you will gain a sense of agency and confidence in handling your life choices.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (401) 227-3919
Photo of Dr. J Sema Bruno, MFT-A, PhD, A-CCEP, Marriage & Family Therapist Associate
Dr. J Sema Bruno
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MFT-A, PhD, A-CCEP
"
I often use experiential therapies in my practice. I invite clients to share how they feel and how they have developed identity and self-worth (or lack thereof for many of us at times). Together, we will look at what beliefs and conclusions you have come to based on your life experience. During treatment, you will gain a sense of agency and confidence in handling your life choices.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (401) 227-3919
Photo of Dr. J Sema Bruno, MFT-A, PhD, A-CCEP, Marriage & Family Therapist Associate
Dr. J Sema Bruno
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MFT-A, PhD, A-CCEP

Location

Primary Location

Cumberland Counseling LLC

1275 Wampanoag Road

8B

Barrington, RI 02806

(401) 227-3919

Email me

My website

Additional Location

Cumberland Counseling LLC

175 Nate Whipple Highway

202

Cumberland, RI 02864

(401) 227-3919

Nearby Areas

Cities

Counties

Zips

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I offer therapy sessions in-person and online. I'm available most weekdays and in the evenings.
Call for a free consultation now - (401) 227-3919
Photo of Dr. J Sema Bruno, MFT-A, PhD, A-CCEP, Marriage & Family Therapist Associate
Dr. J Sema Bruno
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MFT-A, PhD, A-CCEP
"
I offer therapy sessions in-person and online. I'm available most weekdays and in the evenings.
Call for a free consultation now - (401) 227-3919
Photo of Dr. J Sema Bruno, MFT-A, PhD, A-CCEP, Marriage & Family Therapist Associate
Dr. J Sema Bruno
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MFT-A, PhD, A-CCEP