Somatic Therapists in Bristol, RI

Welcome! I'm Kelly, a certified professional life coach with a gentle, strengths-based approach. I help women and members of the LGBTQIA+ community break cycles of dysfunction and self-sacrifice to finally claim the lives they need. My coaching philosophy is grounded in psychodynamic theory and incorporates concepts borrowed from Internal Family Systems, Co-Active Coaching, and somatic work. While the work we do together is not psychotherapy (my role is not to diagnose or treat mental illness), the pace and rhythm of my coaching sessions are very similar to what you would experience in a therapist’s office.

You long feel connected. Connected to yourselves and to others. To feel that sense of purpose and direction in life. To feel where and how you fit in the world. Your filled with the same anxious thoughts, "Who am I really", " How do I fit in", " Do others feel this way?". This brings feeling of loneliness, self-doubt, being lost, and the light you once had inside of you begins to diminish. You desperately want to replace these anxious thoughts, sadness, and unstable moods with a new vision and a new zest for life. There has to be a way to turn these thoughts around. But where do you even begin?

As a therapist, I specialize in helping adults heal from past traumas, navigate challenges within their relationships, and explore concerns related to sex and sexuality. My goal is to provide a warm and non-judgemental space for self exploration. Together we will work towards building a foundation of emotional wellbeing.

Offering Walk Therapy: outdoors, in-person, year round, dogs invited. I’m licensed in MA & RI & will consider well-aligned virtual clients as well. My current practice is very queer/trans, multi-racial, poly, neurodivergent, spiritual, artistic, working in helping professions, embodied, & politically-engaged. Folks who thrive with me appreciate direct feedback, authenticity, & strengths-based ways of building safety & courage to go after the lives they want, relationally & professionally. I find that the walking modality, in combination with EMDR & somatic practices, are a trustworthy resource for addressing complex trauma.

I work with people who are in the process of awakening from old, limited ways of seeing and being in the world. Awakening can be simple, such as when you start noticing that you haven't been present to your loved ones. It can also be deep and profound, like realizing that you're not happy and you want to live life in an entirely different manner. If you've been suffering or struggling in silence, it may be time to really focus on YOU and what you want out of life.

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.

I am a licensed counselor who works with adults and especially enjoy working with young adults. My specific areas of focus include OCD, anxiety disorders, phobias, panic attacks, self-esteem, perfectionism, life transitions, relationship dynamics, and stress management. I use a flexible and collaborative approach in developing goals and defining what a full and meaningful life looks like for you. As these struggles often involve high levels of guilt and shame, I make every effort to provide a safe place where you feel comfortable, understood, and not judged.

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.

I work with survivors of adversity and trauma. It is my belief that all people can heal; it’s just a matter of helping them to find their own pathways. I specialize in the neurobiology of trauma, and believe through structure and routine, with the benefit of consistent kindness and reciprocal beneficial relationships, and with daily movement and creativity, all people can eliminate harmful symptoms from their lives. As a yoga teacher, I am confident n the connection between mind and body, and help my clients to not only listen to their bodies’ wisdom, but to take control of their own physicality in meaningful, gentle ways.

I take an embodied and client-centered approach when working with individuals, couples, polycules, and families, I enjoy working with issues from a systemic lens, actively bridging transgenerational and historical events and situations with presenting concerns. I am dedicated to helping clients process and work through issues relating to trauma, abuse, gender identity and non-conformity, co-parenting, career advancement, non-monogamy, classism, racism, and sexism. I am well prepared to support clients in breaking through destructive patterns in pursuit of deeper satisfaction with life, career, and relationships.

Now accepting NEW-CLIENTS: Therapy is a personal journey and experience. Therapy can be used to encourage, strengthen, and change aspects of our lives. I received my Master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Walden University. I have experience with and currently provide therapy to children, adolescents, parents, adults, couples, and families. I will strive to cultivate a transparent relationship with you that will provide us with a positive foundation for the work you would like accomplish in therapy.