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Ocean State Counseling & Wellness Center
Counselor, MA, CAGS, LMHC

Ocean State Counseling & Wellness Center

Counselor, MA, CAGS, LMHC (she, her)

Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
1395 Atwood Ave, Suite 106, Johnston, RI 02919
Let's Connect (401) 566-9218
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Are you searching for balance and improvement in your day to day function? Do you ever feel stressed, overwhelmed, or just stuck? Having someone to listen can help a person move to a healthier place. We offer counseling to improve mood, functioning, communication, self-esteem, and connection. Why continue to have the same argument, repeat negative behavior, or avoid social interactions? We take a holistic approach to problem solving, additional offerings; Medication management and consultation, DUI counseling, Emotional Support Animal Evaluations, Training, professional consultation, Ear Acupuncture,and Clinical Supervision.
Are you the caregiver for a loved one with physical, emotional challenges? Do you feel like the weight of the world is on your shoulders? Avoiding burnout, managing stress, and exploring your identity can help lift your outlook . Are you an adult struggling with worry at how to manage changes and expectations? We can help bolster positive coping skills
Our dedicated staff take the time to match clients to the best clinician for their needs. We have a warm and inviting office that allows people to feel safe and comfortable so that they can develop a positive and productive relationship.
Take the first step to help. Call or Ocean State Counseling & Wellness Center now - (401) 566-9218

Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Ocean State Counseling and Wellness Center

1395 Atwood Ave

Suite 106

Johnston, RI 02919 map

(401) 566-9218
Our office offers day and evening appointments. We have availability take most commercial insurance. Give us a call to start your journey
I specialize in Anxiety, Depression and We are a certified as a Safe Space Provider 
$150 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals and couples  
Let's Connect (401) 566-9218
Photo of Michelle L McGuire - Ocean State Counseling & Wellness Center, Counselor, MA, CAGS, LMHC

Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Ocean State Counseling and Wellness Center

1395 Atwood Ave

Suite 106

Johnston, RI 02919 map

(401) 566-9218
Our office offers day and evening appointments. We have availability take most commercial insurance. Give us a call to start your journey
I specialize in Anxiety, Depression and We are a certified as a Safe Space Provider 
$150 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals and couples  

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $150
  • Couple Sessions $200
  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

Cash, Check, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross
  • Blue Shield
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • Harvard Pilgrim
  • Neighborhood Health Plan of RI
  • Sana
  • TRICARE
  • Tufts
  • United Medical Resources (UMR)
  • UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
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We verify insurance benefits including prior authorization, deductible, and copay prior to first appointment.
Photo of Michelle L McGuire - Ocean State Counseling & Wellness Center, Counselor, MA, CAGS, LMHC
Ocean State Counseling & Wellness Center
Counselor, MA, CAGS, LMHC
or call with questions - (401) 566-9218
"
We verify insurance benefits including prior authorization, deductible, and copay prior to first appointment.
Photo of Michelle L McGuire - Ocean State Counseling & Wellness Center, Counselor, MA, CAGS, LMHC
Ocean State Counseling & Wellness Center
Counselor, MA, CAGS, LMHC
or call with questions - (401) 566-9218

Qualifications

    Counselor: Michelle L McGuire

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Rhode Island / MHC00607 Michelle L McGuire
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 13 years
  • Attended Rhode Island College, Graduated 2011
  • Additional Credentials

  • Certificate from DBT 2019
  • Certificate from POCA 2024
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Our team is dedicated to staying relevant with continuous training, mindfulness to life stressors, and collaborative approach to client care via continuity of care between care team providers. We have providers that vary in background, hold licenses in RI, and multi modality therapy certifications.
Photo of Michelle L McGuire - Ocean State Counseling & Wellness Center, Counselor, MA, CAGS, LMHC
Ocean State Counseling & Wellness Center
Counselor, MA, CAGS, LMHC
or call with questions - (401) 566-9218
"
Our team is dedicated to staying relevant with continuous training, mindfulness to life stressors, and collaborative approach to client care via continuity of care between care team providers. We have providers that vary in background, hold licenses in RI, and multi modality therapy certifications.
Photo of Michelle L McGuire - Ocean State Counseling & Wellness Center, Counselor, MA, CAGS, LMHC
Ocean State Counseling & Wellness Center
Counselor, MA, CAGS, LMHC
or call with questions - (401) 566-9218

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Anxiety
  • Depression
  • We are a certified as a Safe Space Provider

Expertise

  • Addiction
  • ADHD
  • Alcohol Use
  • Behavioral Issues
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Bisexual
  • Body Image
  • Cancer
  • Child
  • Chronic Illness
  • Chronic Pain
  • Codependency
  • Coping Skills
  • Dementia
  • Divorce
  • Domestic Abuse
  • Domestic Violence
  • Drug Abuse
  • Dual Diagnosis
  • Family Conflict
  • Gambling
  • Geriatric and Seniors
  • Grief
  • Hoarding
  • Impulse Control Disorders
  • Lesbian
  • LGBTQ+
  • Life Transitions
  • Men's Issues
  • Mood Disorders
  • Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
  • Parenting
  • Peer Relationships
  • Personality Disorders
  • Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
  • Relationship Issues
  • School Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Self-Harming
  • Sexual Abuse
  • Sleep or Insomnia
  • Sports Performance
  • Stress
  • Substance Use
  • Thinking Disorders
  • Transgender
  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Veterans
  • Women's Issues
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Our office works to specialize care in areas of anxiety, depression, trauma, and change. We have therapists certified in CBT, DBT, CPT, EMDR, and multiple specialty modes of treatment, as well as, medication management.
Photo of Michelle L McGuire - Ocean State Counseling & Wellness Center, Counselor, MA, CAGS, LMHC
Ocean State Counseling & Wellness Center
Counselor, MA, CAGS, LMHC
or call with questions - (401) 566-9218
"
Our office works to specialize care in areas of anxiety, depression, trauma, and change. We have therapists certified in CBT, DBT, CPT, EMDR, and multiple specialty modes of treatment, as well as, medication management.
Photo of Michelle L McGuire - Ocean State Counseling & Wellness Center, Counselor, MA, CAGS, LMHC
Ocean State Counseling & Wellness Center
Counselor, MA, CAGS, LMHC
or call with questions - (401) 566-9218

Client Focus

Age

Children (6 to 10)
Preteen
Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
HIV / AIDS Allied
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Single Parent
Transgender Allied

Ethnicity

Black and African American
Hispanic and Latino

Age

Children (6 to 10)
Preteen
Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
HIV / AIDS Allied
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Single Parent
Transgender Allied

Ethnicity

Black and African American
Hispanic and Latino

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
  • Clinical Supervision and Licensed Supervisors
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Cognitive Processing (CPT)
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
  • Eclectic
  • EMDR
  • Existential
  • Interpersonal
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Multicultural
  • Neurodivergent DBT
  • Person-Centered
  • Positive Psychology
  • Psychodynamic
  • Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
  • Strength-Based
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We use Cognitive Behavioral therapy, Dialectic Behavioral Therapy, EMDR, Solution focused therapy, and psychodynamic styles of therapy. Each individual has a custom therapy experience to fit their strengths and needs. Our clinical team discusses each person's unique need and tailors their model, skills, and expertise to fit that person. One size does not fit all.
Photo of Michelle L McGuire - Ocean State Counseling & Wellness Center, Counselor, MA, CAGS, LMHC
Ocean State Counseling & Wellness Center
Counselor, MA, CAGS, LMHC
or call with questions - (401) 566-9218
"
We use Cognitive Behavioral therapy, Dialectic Behavioral Therapy, EMDR, Solution focused therapy, and psychodynamic styles of therapy. Each individual has a custom therapy experience to fit their strengths and needs. Our clinical team discusses each person's unique need and tailors their model, skills, and expertise to fit that person. One size does not fit all.
Photo of Michelle L McGuire - Ocean State Counseling & Wellness Center, Counselor, MA, CAGS, LMHC
Ocean State Counseling & Wellness Center
Counselor, MA, CAGS, LMHC
or call with questions - (401) 566-9218

Location

Primary Location

Ocean State Counseling and Wellness Center

1395 Atwood Ave

Suite 106

Johnston, RI 02919

(401) 566-9218
"
Our office offers day and evening appointments. We have availability take most commercial insurance. Give us a call to start your journey
Photo of Michelle L McGuire - Ocean State Counseling & Wellness Center, Counselor, MA, CAGS, LMHC
Ocean State Counseling & Wellness Center
Counselor, MA, CAGS, LMHC
Take the first step to help. Call now - (401) 566-9218
"
Our office offers day and evening appointments. We have availability take most commercial insurance. Give us a call to start your journey
Photo of Michelle L McGuire - Ocean State Counseling & Wellness Center, Counselor, MA, CAGS, LMHC
Ocean State Counseling & Wellness Center
Counselor, MA, CAGS, LMHC
Take the first step to help. Call now - (401) 566-9218