Art Therapy in Portsmouth, RI

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.

I work with teenagers and adults who are looking to realign with their authentic selves by overcoming maladaptive cycles of chronic stress and other mental health issues such as anxiety and depression. In today’s world it is easy to fall into the trap of living on autopilot – constantly going through the motions of daily life without actually being present in the moment, leaving you feeling disconnected or out of control. It seems as though sacrificing authenticity and mental health has become a societal norm. If you are feeling lost or struggling with your mental health, I am here to help!

I am an independently licensed psychotherapist and owner of a private practice in North Kingstown; OK Counseling Center. With a diverse artistic and academic background I am consistently creating original and distinct paths to attainment. I have 15+ years of experience working in agencies and schools as a guidance counselor addressing the various emotional needs of school-aged children. I am committed to serving children and adults, as well as adolescents and their families, both in individual and group settings.

You deserve to be happy, productive and in control of your own decisions and journey. The human condition is one of joys and pleasure but also of uncertainty and challenges. Our goal together will to be learn from the challenges that have confronted you in life and to create a path forward that is meaningful, authentic and directed towards your own goals and aspirations. We will have fun, be creative and share in the optimism of the many awesome possibilities ahead. I have over 25 years of experience as an educator, counselor, trainer and mindfulness coach. I believe in an integrated approach that optimizes mind, body and spirit.

It takes courage to reckon with some of the most private, honest, scary, and hopeful places within you. Effective support during these times can be transformational. You may want to discover new ways of being in the world, your skin, and your life that feel authentic, and alive. Or, you may be wanting relief from painful relationship patterns, anger, grief, fear, self-criticism, “stuckness” or addiction. My clients often find my approach feels both comfortable and challenging, and facilitates greater self-love and empowerment. I hold a license in Mental Health Counseling, CAGS in Expressive Arts, and am IFS trained.

In a lot of ways the past couple of years were difficult and scary ones. Although we are still living with some uncertainty, I believe we are moving toward healing and hope. Let’s make this your year to manage anxiety, learn tools to increase positive mood, and to drop the emotional rocks from the past that are weighing you down. I am a licensed clinical therapist using many therapeutic models to help you meet your goals. Not going it alone is the healthiest choice you are making today. I can help you process trauma, find and maintain sobriety, and feel contentment by living deliberately.

Our focus is building upon our clients strengths to give your child the resilience needed to achieve a well balanced life. Individualized instruction in social learning and emotional regulation will help clients make and maintain social connections. Together we can work on perspective taking and problem solving so that you , your child or teen has a solid foundation to bring to their peer interactions. Teens that need coaching to build coping skills and positive self worth will find a supportive environment at Social Compass. We also recognize maternal and infant mental health as essential for healthy and happy families .