Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) Therapists in Rhode Island

Life can be hard. Never give up! Are you looking for someone to help you work through anxiety, panic attacks, depression or family and relationship problems? Life's problems can not always be fixed but it helps to have someone that will help you get through it. Let's uncover your inner strength and work through the things that stand in the way of achieving your goals. As a therapist, I see my role as a supportive guide that will work along side of you to reach your goals and continue growing towards your greatest potential.

Hello! I'm Caroline Gojcz, a licensed clinical social worker practicing in Massachusetts and Rhode Island. With a commitment to fostering positive change, I employ a person-centered and strengths-based approach in therapy. Specializing in areas such as anxiety, depression, stress management, and relationship issues, I am dedicated to providing a supportive and empathetic space for individuals to navigate their unique journey toward healing and growth.

I am compassionate, understanding, & pro-active. Together, we will help you learn how to better empower yourself, while finding strategies to cope and manage with life, work, family, relationships, school, food,or medical stress and challenges. I have expertise in treating complex conditions that may involve depression, anxiety, trauma, pain, health, fatigue, stress, life transitions, relationships, college,and work issues. I have 20 years expertise with Mindfulness-based Mind-Body Therapies, and Mindfulness Meditation, which are well researched methods in treating stress, pain, depression, anxiety and other mental health issues.

Therapy is a unique and personal journey. I practice an integrative and individualized style of therapy to best address your specific needs. My therapeutic style can be described as integrative, empathic and nonjudgmental. I focus on helping to build on a client's strengths while also directing attention to those behaviors and thoughts that hold people back from achieving their goals and living a more authentic life.

I offer psychotherapy, hypnosis, and guided imagery to treat anxiety, depression, ADHD, PTSD, chronic fatigue, chronic pain, migraines, sleep problems and more. I accept medicare and am a warm, supportive, nonjudgmental person who is interested in learning about you and helping you explore whatever issues and problems you'd like to address. I work with people who are feeling overwhelmed by personal problems, depression, and anxiety. In my experience, as you begin to feel supported by me and work on finding out who you are and what you want, you will begin to develop your own personal solutions.

I treat individuals ages 18 and up and I believe in an inclusive approach and accept people of all identifiers, races, cultures, religions/beliefs, ethnicities, and cognitive abilities. I welcome all referrals and am also able to support those in the health care field/medical professionals; artists/creatives; and social work/mental health counselors in training. My primary focus is to tailor your treatment to your individual needs.

"Be kind to yourself as you proceed along this journey." Tsoknyi Rinpoche. I want to meet you where you are at to assist you with your anxiety, depression, substance use issues, adolescent emotional and behavioral needs, trauma, and family and couples therapy needs. I utilize elements of behavioral therapy, mindfulness-based therapies such as Acceptance and Commitment therapy, and cognitive-behavioral strategies to motivate and assist you and your family. I obtained my Master's degree in counseling and behavioral therapy where I trained in substance use issues and in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy- a therapy which uses mindfulness-based strategies.

In practice from1989, providing a full range of therapeutic services to children, adolescents, adults, families and couples. Worked 25 years as a full-time School Psychologist in addition to maintaining a Private Practice. I specialize in Child and Family, ADHD, and the full spectrum of emotional, behavioral, school-related and learning problems. My also perform Psychological testing and Neuro-Psychological assessments. I am a past president and former board member of the RI Chapter of the National Committee for the Prevention of Child Abuse. I have successfully passed the RI Bar.

------COUNSELING PROVIDED VIA -------------TELETHERAPY ------------ I mention in a published book that the most courageous people I meet are those individuals who sit with me in my office. I truly believe in the human potential to improve and survive. You as a client hold the key to your success and it is up to me to facilitate the process in order to find it. Using a humanistic approach in therapy allows the necessary sensitivity and understanding to reach counseling goals. I ensure that these ingredients create the foundation of my Practice. The road to healing is worth pursuing. (Please visit my website at michaeljsilvia.com)

I believe in lifes journey people experience changes and transitions which challenge our ability to adapt and grow. Difficulty in this process can be expressed in a variety of ways including feelings of depression, anxiety, irritability, sleep disturbance, change in appetite, reliance on alcohol/drugs, lack of energy, and other symptoms. Often these symptoms are early warning signs we are having difficulty with these changes. Sometimes normal life changes like loss of a relationship, leaving home, or birth of a child can be stressful. Unusual events like traumatic loss, illness, physical injury, and combat experiance present unique personal challenges.

I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker specializing in all aspects of older adults issues surrounding the challenges of aging and caregiving. I help people embrace and optimize their aging experience by utilizing compassionate and empathetic approach with realistic feedback guided by your needs, values, culture and self-determination. I provide a comfortable and safe therapeutic environment where you can explore your thoughts and feelings, where you can feel heard, understood and validated.

My ideal client is a family or couple in the midst of a situational crisis. They may need help navigating changes such as: a member with special needs, adolescent years, an affair, remarriage/stepfamily issues, illness and death. I strongly believe many people have the capacity to manage life's challenges, however they may need to learn more skillful communication of their needs and desires. It has been my privilege to help restore innate strengths as well as to nurture untapped abilities to overcome stresses and symptoms of depression, anxiety and confusion associated with these life changes.

I welcome you, to a safe, empathetic, and transformative space, to start your journey toward greater self-discovery and fulfillment. My warm, outgoing manner is interactive and authentic. I provide compassionate, honest, and engaged therapy. My empowering outlook includes new insights and useful strategies, for effectiveness and self-worth. I provide an integrated view, and coping and communication skills for all stages of adulthood. I will be glad to meet you, with your unique challenges, and your unique gifts. I believe in strengths, in hope, and in building a more meaningful life.

I am here to help you identify and reach your goals. I love to empower people with information about the human body, emotions, behaviors and thoughts. I am here to help heal, grow and reach the goals you’ve been wanting to reach! We will work together to help you achieve personal, relationship, academic or work goals. I believe dedication to mental health can be life changing. I just added 2 days to my practice. I anticipate these slots will be booked in the next 1-2 months.

NOTE: the only insurances I accept are the student insurances for Brown University and Tufts University students. I help students, artists, athletes, and other high-level performers bring out the best in themselves and each other. I specialize in healing trauma, anxiety, creative and performance blocks, existential and relationship issues, and the impacts of social forces on mental health. I tend to fit well with patients who are smart, creative, funny, introspective, curious, and ready for change.

*** 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.

As a clinical neuropsychologist, I specialize in evaluating complex cognitive and behavioral problems that often pose a dilemma for individuals, parents, teachers, and treating professionals. I believe that a comprehensive neuropsychological evaluation should provide an in-depth understanding of the entire person, including their cognitive style, emotional style, and strengths as well as weaknesses. The immediate goal is to arrive at an accurate diagnosis that will guide treatment, but the ultimate purpose is to promote deeper self-understanding and to enable each person to achieve his or her true potential.

Are you a professional with high-functioning anxiety? Are you struggling to find balance in your work and relationships? Being driven is a good thing, but without appropriate boundaries it can come with a high cost to your mental health. Frequently I work with individuals who are able to create a wonderful life, but they are not able to feel present and enjoy it. I can help you enjoy what you have already to built while you continue to achieve new goals. I have extensive training in mindfulness, coaching and neuroscience. I can help you understand the science behind your stress and give you a roadmap to reducing your anxiety.