Trauma Focused Therapists in Portsmouth, RI
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Kathryn Mercurio
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
I am a firm believer in the transformative power of therapy. So often, I encounter individuals who just feel "stuck" in their lives. Some of them have felt this way for years before seeking help! Working collaboratively, I strive to guide clients in finding the obstacles standing in the way of their ability to live their best lives.

Erika L Saviano
Counselor, MA, CAGS, LMHC
Verified
Verified
Therapy takes patience and openness from all whom are involved in the process. I have counseled couples, individuals, and families trying to manage psychological, emotional, and behavioral stressors. Many of my clients are seeking help with PTSD, grief/loss, eating/body image issues, family/relational situations, and sexual concerns.

RI Home Based Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, MSW
Verified
Verified
Are you struggling with parenting, with a relationship, trauma or other anxiety triggers? These are my specialties.I am certified as a Clinical Anxiety Treatment Professional. I especially love working with children, teenagers and couples. My background includes over 20 years of experience working with children, adolescents, adults, couples, families, and seniors, and military families; including home, school, community based treatment and hospice care.

Tammy Toriello
Counselor, LMHC, LPC
Verified
Verified
**Immediate appointments available and you can schedule your appointment online at any time at https://www.tammyttherapy.com * Do you have difficulty standing up for yourself? Are you sick of making everyone else happy and putting yourself last? Are you an adult woman OR MAN currently living in a relationship with physical, emotional, and/or sexual abuse? Maybe you are an adult suffering from the effects of childhood abuse? Maybe you are in a relationship and you both recognize patterns of abuse and you just want the abuse to STOP! Whatever the case may be, YOU ARE NOT ALONE; I am here to help you! Don't wait any longer! ContactMe!
Not accepting new clients

Lori B Scheffler
Counselor, LMHC, LCDP, RPT
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Choosing a therapist for yourself or your child is a courageous step and the connection you have with your therapist is essential. I am an experienced psychotherapist providing therapy for children, adults and families. I utilize a strength based approach to empower you or your child to uncover personal strengths and skills to live a meaningful and fulfilling life. My clients come to me with a variety of concerns including depression, substance abuse and addiction, anxiety, parenting, relationship issues, grief and loss, or life transition. I work in a compassionate, collaborative and creative way.

Chelsea LaForce
Mental Health Counselor Associate, MHCA, AT
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I work with children, adolescents and adults with a wide range of complex issues that affect the mind, body and spirit. I believe that every adult and child has the inherent drive to live a fulfilled, healthy life. I am committed to supporting my clients and their families, walking with them on their journey toward insight and understanding of who they are and what they need, a journey toward health, safety and wholeness. I received my dual-degree Masters in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and Art Therapy from Lesley University, and wholly believe in the healing capacity of the arts and the inner potential of every client.

Alanna Sadoff
Counselor, LMHC, CCTP
Verified
Verified
Do you have concerns regarding yourself or a family member? Has there been a family separation, divorce, abuse history or other reason for you or your child to be feeling anxious or depressed? My goal as a therapist is to help a client address thought processes, feelings and behaviors, understand inner conflicts, challenge negative belief systems and find new ways to cope with, and alleviate distress. I am a licensed psychotherapist with almost 20 years experience specializing in the treatment of eating disorders, body image issues, trauma and PTSD, depression, anxiety, and relationship issues.
Not accepting new clients

Amber Massed
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified
Verified
Are you/your child experiencing anxiety or depression, or just feeling overwhelmed with the stress of daily life? Is your child displaying disruptive behavior? Have you/your child experienced trauma? As a clinical social worker, my goal is to guide children, adults, and families along the path to improved functioning. I will work with you to make the changes you seek. I believe that the best ways to do this are through a supportive, therapeutic relationship and with an individualized treatment approach.

Jessica Byron
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified
Verified
Ever feel like you don't know where to go? Being in this place can feel lonely even when others are around you. It can feel like no one else really knows what is going on. It can feel like no one understands. Everyone has their own story. Every person and family is unique. We are hear to listen and learn about yours. You Found Us. Here. We provide Individual, Couples, & Family Therapy.

Tammy Toriello
Counselor, MA, LMHC, LPC
Verified
Verified
I specialize in treatment of PTSD, AHDH, depression, anxiety, and male and female victims of domestic violence. If you are depressed and anxious, I can help you become aware of thoughts and behaviors that perpetuate your negative feelings. If you are feeling overwhelmed, I can hep you find resilience and manage a stressful lifestyle. I am passionate about helping individuals who feel trapped by the effects of abuse.

Stephanie Palazzo Healing In Motion Counseling
Counselor, LMHC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Sometimes we may lose our way on the winding road life sets forth. Stephanie holds faith that every individual can embrace their ability to change, grow & recover. Perhaps it may not be easy to admit we might benefit from the support of another to help us regain strength. Someone to listen, provide feedback, validation, insight & education can help to regain control & improve lives. We may seek another to listen to where we are at in our lives, without judgment, biases & preconceived notions. Sharing details of our lives is a display of bravery. Stephanie is sensitive of hesitations to seek help & hopes to provide comfort.

Tiffany Bourquin
Counselor, LMHC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Are you feeling stuck, depressed, anxious? Have you tried therapy before but didn’t get direction or feedback? Have you been trying to make a change in your life, career, relationships but not sure how? Are you struggling in your marriage or career or feeling overwhelmed or confused? Finding new ways to deal with old struggles without direction and support can contribute to depression, anxiety, fear, or conflict. Therapy can teach you ways to cope with life's challenges and achieve a healthy balanced lifestyle that is satisfying, enjoyable, and peaceful. Your life can change in a day. Let today be that day. We serve all ages!

Karyne B Wilner
Psychologist
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Practice Full/Wait List. Using video-therapy and tele-therapy Dr. Wilner will help you reduce stress, manage anger, experience pleasure, achieve success, quell anxiety, enhance love relationships, develop trust, and improve communications. Having 40 years experience working with clients, supervising therapists, and facilitating workshops, she will teach you techniques to bring balance and positivity into your life. In addition, Dr. Wilner teaches master's students in the Holistic Counseling Program at Salve Regina University. Practicing in RI and training therapists in CT, contact Karyne if you are ready to experience life change.

Psychological Wellness Center
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified
Verified
Therapy offers a safe port in the storm allowing you to take time for yourself ~ to strengthen your mind, body and spirit. Psychological Wellness Center provides a comfortable, nonjudgmental and confidential environment with caring, knowledgeable, and invested clinicians to help you on your journey. Our clinicians believe that most often, the client holds the wisdom to resolve their issue. Our skills help to illuminate their path, and assist in removing obstacles, so the solution becomes clearer to them. We LOVE our careers as helpers and our clients tell us that this is evidenced in our work with them!
Not accepting new clients

Courtney Frye Canario
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Working collaboratively within the helping relationship is imperative to my professional values. I believe that taking time for yourself within the therapeutic setting allows you to identify your goals and seek support and guidance to navigate the best path toward finding a place in life you are comfortable with. I specialize in treating pre-teens, teens, and adults. I have years of experience treating clients with ADHD, behavioral disorders, depression, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, stress and anger management, poor self-esteem, life transition issues, social/emotional difficulties impacting a child's learning, grief, divorce and family adjustments, trauma and loss.

Chris Peknic
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW
Verified
Verified
Individual and Couples Therapy. You have one precious life. Obtain the relationship you want and deserve (including the relationship to your Self). Transforming both individuals and relationships by identifying and changing reoccurring patterns in order to enhance personal growth. This work includes providing both individuals and couples with the tools and resources that can transform their lives with meaning and happiness- to live the life they are meant to live. Trained in EMDR to assist with trauma, PTSD, anxiety and depression.

Nancy R Guertin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I have 25+ years working in the field of mental health with children, adolescents, and adults. My wide range of experiences provides me with the knowledge and skills to help people through difficult times in their lives and guide them through the challenges, and sometimes, difficult transitions and adjustments. My job is to provide clients with new skills that empower them to look at their issues from a new perspective and empower them to engage in a change process.

Paul Zasada
Counselor, MA, CAGS, LMHC, LCPC, CHT
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I offer psychotherapy in a safe and collaborative environment where you can explore the challenges of everyday living. Through a process of assisted self-discovery we create the conditions for healing to occur. My approach is holistic and experiential. I specializes in relationship struggles, mood difficulties and life transitions. My therapy is individualized to meet the unique needs of each client. In session with clients I create the opportunity for limiting habitual behavioral patterns and core beliefs to safely surface to conscious awareness so that they can be explored and where appropriate, transformed.

Shalom Counseling Center, LLC.
Counselor, LMHC, LCDCS
Verified
Verified
Do you feel invisible? No one’s listening to you? Uncertain of your future or direction to take? Are you ready to change, but do not know where to start? Do you feel alone? Let’s have a conversation and see if we can work together in identifying issues then create a plan to improve quality of life.

Arrow Behavioral Health
Counselor, MEd, LICSW, LMHC
Verified
Verified
Having over 15 years experience with children and adolescents in psychiatric inpatient, agency and educational settings. I have had the opportunity to serve children, adolescents and families facing adversity. I have an eclectic approach to therapy, promoting a better understanding of the biological perspectives of mental health, while drawing from multiple treatment models including; internal family systems, trauma informed care, cognitive behavior therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, person centered therapy , reality therapy, solution focused and play therapy. I provide therapy to adults, children, adolescents and families.
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Is online therapy a good option?
Therapy conducted online can be just as effective as in-person therapy, as long as there is a strong alliance between the client and the therapist. To find a therapist who provides telehealth services to clients in your area, click “Online Therapy” on the directory homepage and search by your city or town or your zip code.
What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counselor?
Therapists, psychologists, and counselors are all licensed mental health professionals. In the US, psychologists have earned a doctoral degree. The terms “therapist” and “counselor” are used somewhat interchangeably, but generally therapists offer longer-term, mental health care, while counselors offer shorter-term care that may focus on one domain, such as marriage, career, or academic challenges.
What type of therapist is right for me?
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?
The Psychology Today directory lists providers who offer legitimate mental health services to the public, including psychologists, psychiatrists, social workers, and counselors. Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
What type of therapy is right for me?
The type of therapy best suited to a particular individual depends on several factors, including their primary reason for seeking therapy, their preferred timeline (some therapy types last for a set number of sessions, while others are open-ended), and their personality and preferences—some may prefer a more structured approach. For many individuals, multiple types of therapy could provide a good fit.
Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?
Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.