Therapists in Rhode Island
All people strive to live happier and healthier lives, with less suffering. I understand that it is important to be heard and witnessed in an empathic, judgment-free environment. My therapeutic approach is holistic based, as I believe it is important to address the mind, body and spirit, while we work together, to help you live a more authentic and meaningful life. I also specialize in a variety of integrative, evidence-based therapeutic approaches, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy. Contact me and we can talk a little more to explore if we are a good fit to help you meet your goals.
All people strive to live happier and healthier lives, with less suffering. I understand that it is important to be heard and witnessed in an empathic, judgment-free environment. My therapeutic approach is holistic based, as I believe it is important to address the mind, body and spirit, while we work together, to help you live a more authentic and meaningful life. I also specialize in a variety of integrative, evidence-based therapeutic approaches, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy. Contact me and we can talk a little more to explore if we are a good fit to help you meet your goals.
I am skilled in the application of numerous therapeutic approaches such as CBT, DBT, Mindfulness, and solution-focused therapy.
Like many journeys, therapy begins with where you are now. During my seventeen years practicing therapy I have learned that therapy needs to be a collaborative process. You are the expert on your life and its future direction. As your therapist, I will provide a safe, confidential space to explore relevant events in your life that may be influencing your ability to reach your objectives. I will assist by providing insight, life skills, and support so that you can take the steps necessary to lessen your symptoms, enhance your self-knowledge, and effectively meet life's challenges.
I am skilled in the application of numerous therapeutic approaches such as CBT, DBT, Mindfulness, and solution-focused therapy.
Like many journeys, therapy begins with where you are now. During my seventeen years practicing therapy I have learned that therapy needs to be a collaborative process. You are the expert on your life and its future direction. As your therapist, I will provide a safe, confidential space to explore relevant events in your life that may be influencing your ability to reach your objectives. I will assist by providing insight, life skills, and support so that you can take the steps necessary to lessen your symptoms, enhance your self-knowledge, and effectively meet life's challenges.
Chris Dorval
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW, LCDP
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
North Scituate, RI 02857
Chris has specialty training in multiple trauma-focused therapies EMDR, EFT, CPT, MBCT, DBT and much more.
Chris is a nationally recognized speaker, trainer and clinical consultant in the areas of addiction, trauma, and men’s health, as well as, having worked as a clinician and clinical supervisor in various levels of care in addiction treatment continuum. A Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW), Licensed Drug and Alcohol Counselor (LADC), and a Licensed Chemical Dependency Clinical Supervisor (LCDCS), Chris graduated from Rhode Island College with a Bachelor's degree in Psychology and a Master’s degree in Clinical Social Work (MSW).
Chris has specialty training in multiple trauma-focused therapies EMDR, EFT, CPT, MBCT, DBT and much more.
Chris is a nationally recognized speaker, trainer and clinical consultant in the areas of addiction, trauma, and men’s health, as well as, having worked as a clinician and clinical supervisor in various levels of care in addiction treatment continuum. A Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW), Licensed Drug and Alcohol Counselor (LADC), and a Licensed Chemical Dependency Clinical Supervisor (LCDCS), Chris graduated from Rhode Island College with a Bachelor's degree in Psychology and a Master’s degree in Clinical Social Work (MSW).
Katarina Dushku
Pre-Licensed Professional, LCSW
Verified Verified
Cumberland, RI 02864 (Online Only)
My training encompasses psychodynamic therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy ( DBT), Solution-Focused Therapy, Cognitive Behavior Therapy, and ACT therapy.
Are you in search of a confidential space to navigate the complexities of your life? I am dedicated to providing a secure environment where you can freely explore profound and challenging issues that may be impacting the life you aspire to lead. In my practice, I believe in the transformative power of evidence-backed therapy to offer relief and insights. As a therapist, I am committed to creating an atmosphere that allows you to openly express the most vulnerable aspects of your life.
My training encompasses psychodynamic therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy ( DBT), Solution-Focused Therapy, Cognitive Behavior Therapy, and ACT therapy.
Are you in search of a confidential space to navigate the complexities of your life? I am dedicated to providing a secure environment where you can freely explore profound and challenging issues that may be impacting the life you aspire to lead. In my practice, I believe in the transformative power of evidence-backed therapy to offer relief and insights. As a therapist, I am committed to creating an atmosphere that allows you to openly express the most vulnerable aspects of your life.
Hello! And welcome. My name is Emily and I am a practicing psychotherapist with a passion for holistic healing and empowering you to live a life you love. I enjoy working with women and survivors of trauma. I specialize in helping clients navigate their many meaningful relationships, in perinatal wellness, and in determining better ways to heal mood and anxiety symptoms. I am trained in CBT, DBT, perinatal counseling, and mindfulness. I'll follow your lead throughout this process. You are the expert in your life. I love what I do, and I take my job to help you grow very seriously. We're in this together.
Hello! And welcome. My name is Emily and I am a practicing psychotherapist with a passion for holistic healing and empowering you to live a life you love. I enjoy working with women and survivors of trauma. I specialize in helping clients navigate their many meaningful relationships, in perinatal wellness, and in determining better ways to heal mood and anxiety symptoms. I am trained in CBT, DBT, perinatal counseling, and mindfulness. I'll follow your lead throughout this process. You are the expert in your life. I love what I do, and I take my job to help you grow very seriously. We're in this together.
A vast majority of my experience is with substance abuse and mental health including the residual effects from substance abuse (i.e., family of origin, relationships and work concerns). I treat people with these issues with dignity and respect in a non-judgmental environment. My expertise includes: relapse prevention, emotion regulation, coping skills, impulse control and anger management. My modes of therapy include CBT, DBT, MI and solution focused therapy. I look forward to working with you.
A vast majority of my experience is with substance abuse and mental health including the residual effects from substance abuse (i.e., family of origin, relationships and work concerns). I treat people with these issues with dignity and respect in a non-judgmental environment. My expertise includes: relapse prevention, emotion regulation, coping skills, impulse control and anger management. My modes of therapy include CBT, DBT, MI and solution focused therapy. I look forward to working with you.
Through approaches such as EMDR, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Person-Centered Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy and Solution-Focused Therapy, I support my clients in learning skills and habits that lead to them having a calmer, joyful, more fulfilled life.
Are you struggling with depression, anxiety, OCD, ADHD, or a life transition? Are you wanting to feel more aware of your emotions, and how to cope with them? Perhaps you have negative thought patterns and wish to feel more grounded and content in daily life. Therapy with me will teach you skills and exercises to counteract negative symptoms you are experiencing and lead you to a happy and balanced life. I have worked with clients aged 16-65, and particularly enjoy working with young adults. I also have experience with gender affirming therapy and welcome those of all identities to work with me.
Through approaches such as EMDR, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Person-Centered Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy and Solution-Focused Therapy, I support my clients in learning skills and habits that lead to them having a calmer, joyful, more fulfilled life.
Are you struggling with depression, anxiety, OCD, ADHD, or a life transition? Are you wanting to feel more aware of your emotions, and how to cope with them? Perhaps you have negative thought patterns and wish to feel more grounded and content in daily life. Therapy with me will teach you skills and exercises to counteract negative symptoms you are experiencing and lead you to a happy and balanced life. I have worked with clients aged 16-65, and particularly enjoy working with young adults. I also have experience with gender affirming therapy and welcome those of all identities to work with me.
Combining traditional practices like CBT, DBT and Solution-Focused therapy with mindfulness, trauma based therapies like EMDR and RRT.
It is common to hear that people experience the same patterns over and over again, with diagnoses or disorders that have been affecting behaviors or ways of living that just don't feel right. They want to change them, but don't know how. It is often common to hear "I don't feel comfortable in my own skin or I just want to change my life." Holistic counseling invites traditional, modern, post-modern, eastern and western philosophies to help people understand and change the way they think and feel mentally, emotionally, physically and spiritually.
Combining traditional practices like CBT, DBT and Solution-Focused therapy with mindfulness, trauma based therapies like EMDR and RRT.
It is common to hear that people experience the same patterns over and over again, with diagnoses or disorders that have been affecting behaviors or ways of living that just don't feel right. They want to change them, but don't know how. It is often common to hear "I don't feel comfortable in my own skin or I just want to change my life." Holistic counseling invites traditional, modern, post-modern, eastern and western philosophies to help people understand and change the way they think and feel mentally, emotionally, physically and spiritually.
Elizabeth Truskoski
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Providence, RI 02907 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
*** I am not taking on new clients currently, please be in touch if you are interested in being placed on a waitlist. I am holding group sessions in September, please see below.** Often times change is met with resistance, and as a therapist, I provide a supportive role in assisting others to recognize and overcome blocks, fear and distraction. Supporting healing in adolescents and adults whom wish to become their best selves, is fostered by a relationship built upon trust, compassion and open communication. I use a variety of holistic modalities, including mindfulness, expressive arts, DBT, and EMDR.
*** I am not taking on new clients currently, please be in touch if you are interested in being placed on a waitlist. I am holding group sessions in September, please see below.** Often times change is met with resistance, and as a therapist, I provide a supportive role in assisting others to recognize and overcome blocks, fear and distraction. Supporting healing in adolescents and adults whom wish to become their best selves, is fostered by a relationship built upon trust, compassion and open communication. I use a variety of holistic modalities, including mindfulness, expressive arts, DBT, and EMDR.
Healing Rhode Clinical Services, LLC, engages clients in a client centered approached utilizing evidenced based therapeutic interventions such as CPT, DBT, EMDR, and CBT along with other effective treatment modalities.
Healing Rhode Clinical Services, LLC, is a small private practice located in Warwick, RI, which offers professional and evidenced based mental health treatment to those who have suffered traumatic events in their lives, struggle with depression, anxiety, or relational conflicts and are seeking an empathetic and teamed based approach in their recovery process.
Healing Rhode Clinical Services, LLC, engages clients in a client centered approached utilizing evidenced based therapeutic interventions such as CPT, DBT, EMDR, and CBT along with other effective treatment modalities.
Healing Rhode Clinical Services, LLC, is a small private practice located in Warwick, RI, which offers professional and evidenced based mental health treatment to those who have suffered traumatic events in their lives, struggle with depression, anxiety, or relational conflicts and are seeking an empathetic and teamed based approach in their recovery process.
I am accepting new clients for EMDR treatment and augment this treatment with DBT and CBT in session.
Life can often present us with difficult challenges and situations which can be complicated due to past experiences and traumas. I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with over 19 years of clinical experience and I have a passion for helping people find relief. I believe that we were created to move towards healing, our mind, body and hearts. Sometimes this healing can use some assistance. EMDR is a robust, evidence-based treatment to help clients reprocess difficult experiences and traumas, both past and present, in order to change negative beliefs and undesired responses.
I am accepting new clients for EMDR treatment and augment this treatment with DBT and CBT in session.
Life can often present us with difficult challenges and situations which can be complicated due to past experiences and traumas. I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with over 19 years of clinical experience and I have a passion for helping people find relief. I believe that we were created to move towards healing, our mind, body and hearts. Sometimes this healing can use some assistance. EMDR is a robust, evidence-based treatment to help clients reprocess difficult experiences and traumas, both past and present, in order to change negative beliefs and undesired responses.
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I utilize traditional therapy modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy, but attempt to bring elements of holistic and complimentary healing into treatment whenever possible.
*My personal schedule is full, but other clinicians in my group practice are accepting new clients! Our therapists all take an integrative approach* Are you looking to make positive life changes, heal past traumas, and improve relationships? Are you going through major life changes such as becoming a parent, changing careers, or dealing with chronic health issues? Therapy can be a safe place to explore your concerns and learn new skills for living a balanced life! My group focuses on holistic counseling practices, including yoga, mindfulness, person-centered therapy, nature, energy healing and art.
I utilize traditional therapy modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy, but attempt to bring elements of holistic and complimentary healing into treatment whenever possible.
*My personal schedule is full, but other clinicians in my group practice are accepting new clients! Our therapists all take an integrative approach* Are you looking to make positive life changes, heal past traumas, and improve relationships? Are you going through major life changes such as becoming a parent, changing careers, or dealing with chronic health issues? Therapy can be a safe place to explore your concerns and learn new skills for living a balanced life! My group focuses on holistic counseling practices, including yoga, mindfulness, person-centered therapy, nature, energy healing and art.
Elizabeth Jacobs
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
North Kingstown, RI 02852
As a licensed mental health counselor, I approach the process of therapy as an art and a science requiring both creativity and skill. Thus, my approach to therapy is as diverse as my clientele. As rapport is built, I use interventions that resonate with the individual. DBT, CBT, and Motivational Interviewing are examples of modalities I use complimentary to my psychoanalytic training.
As a licensed mental health counselor, I approach the process of therapy as an art and a science requiring both creativity and skill. Thus, my approach to therapy is as diverse as my clientele. As rapport is built, I use interventions that resonate with the individual. DBT, CBT, and Motivational Interviewing are examples of modalities I use complimentary to my psychoanalytic training.
Simon Olsen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lincoln, RI 02865
Simon offers a flexible approach to therapy rooted in person-centered, strengths-based, relational, and holistic perspectives. With a belief in therapy as a collaborative process guided by the person seeking it, he strives to create a space of support and safety where you can explore, express, and grow. Drawing from various therapeutic modalities, including mindfulness, narrative therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy ( DBT), and art-based interventions, Simon adapts his approach to meet your specific needs and goals.
Simon offers a flexible approach to therapy rooted in person-centered, strengths-based, relational, and holistic perspectives. With a belief in therapy as a collaborative process guided by the person seeking it, he strives to create a space of support and safety where you can explore, express, and grow. Drawing from various therapeutic modalities, including mindfulness, narrative therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy ( DBT), and art-based interventions, Simon adapts his approach to meet your specific needs and goals.
Kate Niles
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, LCSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Pawtucket, RI 02860
Waitlist for new clients
Specialties: EMDR, Trauma, family systems (internal and external!); adolescent and family; holistic approaches; therapeutic techniques including DBT, Motivational Interviewing, Somatic work, and Trauma-Focused CBT; team player; empathic listening; victim-offender issues; crisis intervention; workplace issues.
My ideal client is an adult or late teen/young adult, with an interest in improving and transforming their life via therapy. I focus on the whole person, contextualizing presenting problems/diagnoses within the framework of family dynamics, peer relations, trauma history, physical health, and job/school experience. That is, I don't consider it useful to assume that issues arise in a vacuum! The greatest gift my clients give me is their ability to teach me far more than I could possibly teach them. I consider our time in session one of validation, hope, and intense curiosity about my client's lives.
Specialties: EMDR, Trauma, family systems (internal and external!); adolescent and family; holistic approaches; therapeutic techniques including DBT, Motivational Interviewing, Somatic work, and Trauma-Focused CBT; team player; empathic listening; victim-offender issues; crisis intervention; workplace issues.
My ideal client is an adult or late teen/young adult, with an interest in improving and transforming their life via therapy. I focus on the whole person, contextualizing presenting problems/diagnoses within the framework of family dynamics, peer relations, trauma history, physical health, and job/school experience. That is, I don't consider it useful to assume that issues arise in a vacuum! The greatest gift my clients give me is their ability to teach me far more than I could possibly teach them. I consider our time in session one of validation, hope, and intense curiosity about my client's lives.
Ana Aybar
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Providence, RI 02906
You deserve to prioritize your health and wellness. Taking time for yourself and pursuing therapy can be a transformative and life changing experience. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who provides an empathetic approach while assisting individuals as they pursue their life goals and overcome barriers that have made it difficult for them to succeed. Within a strengths-based model, I utilize evidence-based strategies and therapeutic techniques that derive from CBT, DBT, and Mindfulness, while empowering individuals to utilize the tools obtained throughout the process to make long-lasting changes within their life.
You deserve to prioritize your health and wellness. Taking time for yourself and pursuing therapy can be a transformative and life changing experience. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who provides an empathetic approach while assisting individuals as they pursue their life goals and overcome barriers that have made it difficult for them to succeed. Within a strengths-based model, I utilize evidence-based strategies and therapeutic techniques that derive from CBT, DBT, and Mindfulness, while empowering individuals to utilize the tools obtained throughout the process to make long-lasting changes within their life.
Working with children and adolescents brings up various treatment needs and goals in therapy. Through CBT, DBT, MBSR, PCIT, mentalization based therapeutic strategies and educational resources, role-playing, arts and play therapy as well as self-help worksheets, young clients will be able to develop appropriate expressive skills to share their wants and needs. Parents can collaborate in treatment by proactively learning parenting skills to best engage with their children and adolescents by becoming more responsive in establishing and maintaining secure attachment through consistently building on healthy, nurturing relationships.
Working with children and adolescents brings up various treatment needs and goals in therapy. Through CBT, DBT, MBSR, PCIT, mentalization based therapeutic strategies and educational resources, role-playing, arts and play therapy as well as self-help worksheets, young clients will be able to develop appropriate expressive skills to share their wants and needs. Parents can collaborate in treatment by proactively learning parenting skills to best engage with their children and adolescents by becoming more responsive in establishing and maintaining secure attachment through consistently building on healthy, nurturing relationships.
Utilizing evidence-based tools and techniques, my clinical work is rooted in humanistic principles and integrates aspects of CBT, DBT and ACT.
I offer trauma-informed, culturally sensitive therapy with a focus on self-compassion and connection. My experience is comprised of working with individuals and couples across various settings including in-home, partial hospitalization, outpatient, and intensive outpatient programs. I specialize in supporting diverse populations that include transracial adoptees, and those who are experiencing symptoms of anxiety, depression and trauma. Recognizing that each person's path to healing is unique, I aim to create a comfortable, conversational space where we can work together to identify your strengths and cultivate resilience.
Utilizing evidence-based tools and techniques, my clinical work is rooted in humanistic principles and integrates aspects of CBT, DBT and ACT.
I offer trauma-informed, culturally sensitive therapy with a focus on self-compassion and connection. My experience is comprised of working with individuals and couples across various settings including in-home, partial hospitalization, outpatient, and intensive outpatient programs. I specialize in supporting diverse populations that include transracial adoptees, and those who are experiencing symptoms of anxiety, depression and trauma. Recognizing that each person's path to healing is unique, I aim to create a comfortable, conversational space where we can work together to identify your strengths and cultivate resilience.
My therapeutic approach blends several techniques including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavioral therapy ( DBT), and the Gottman Method, amongst others so that I can meet you where you are and offer you tools that will most benefit your journey.
I am a clinical mental health counseling intern. I am committed to bringing compassionate and empathetic care to individuals (16+) and couples from all walks of life. I am dedicated to creating an inclusive and non-judgemental space where you can safely explore your concerns both past and present. In our work together, I will empower you to rewrite your narrative, strengthen your resilience, develop practical skills for managing thoughts and behaviors, as well as skills for navigating interpersonal relationships.
My therapeutic approach blends several techniques including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavioral therapy ( DBT), and the Gottman Method, amongst others so that I can meet you where you are and offer you tools that will most benefit your journey.
I am a clinical mental health counseling intern. I am committed to bringing compassionate and empathetic care to individuals (16+) and couples from all walks of life. I am dedicated to creating an inclusive and non-judgemental space where you can safely explore your concerns both past and present. In our work together, I will empower you to rewrite your narrative, strengthen your resilience, develop practical skills for managing thoughts and behaviors, as well as skills for navigating interpersonal relationships.
Heather Ann Donnelly Anchor Counseling Center
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Cranston, RI 02920
I can combine them with more traditional talk therapy such as CBT and DBT.
I am a very flexible, open minded and nonjudgmental in my practice. I specialize in trauma, adults with Autism and other neurodivergence's and transgender issues but I am also skilled in anxiety and depression. I can work with people who like to talk or with people who struggle to find what to say. I work well with people who are open to trying different treatment strategies to figure out what best works for them.
I can combine them with more traditional talk therapy such as CBT and DBT.
I am a very flexible, open minded and nonjudgmental in my practice. I specialize in trauma, adults with Autism and other neurodivergence's and transgender issues but I am also skilled in anxiety and depression. I can work with people who like to talk or with people who struggle to find what to say. I work well with people who are open to trying different treatment strategies to figure out what best works for them.
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Dialectical Behavior (DBT) Therapists
Who is DBT for?
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is designed for people who experience extreme emotional suffering because they lack the skills of emotion regulation and distress tolerance. The basic affliction can underlie a wide range of conditions, from borderline and other personality disorders to PTSD and treatment-resistant anxiety and depression. The therapy is helpful to those whose emotional reactivity is so intense it is disruptive to everyday functioning and leads to frequent crises.
Why do people need DBT?
The ability to regulate emotions is a core psychological skill that enables people to function in life and pay attention to the world outside themselves; it is consistently associated with well-being. DBT is designed to help people learn how to manage and regulate their emotions. Originally developed to treat people with borderline personality disorder whose extreme emotional suffering led to self-harming behavior and suicide attempts, the therapy is now applied to other conditions involving emotion dysregulation, particularly when other treatments have failed.
What happens in DBT?
Individuals meet weekly with their therapist to discuss their experiences relating to moods, behavior, and skills. Using checklists they maintain, they review emotional experiences and positive practices they engage in. The diaries help individuals discern what led up to a specific problem encountered, this is followed by discussion of the consequences of their actions. In addition, individuals may meet in class-like small groups to learn skills such as mindfulness, emotion regulation and distress tolerance.
How long does DBT last?
Because it is intended to establish long-lasting behavioral change among those with persistent problems, DBT is designed to last six months to a year. DBT includes both weekly sessions of individual therapy and weekly skills-training sessions conducted in small groups. Studies of DBT have documented improvement within a year of treatment, particularly in controlling self-harmful behavior; nevertheless, individuals may require therapy for several years.