Trauma Focused Therapists in Newport, RI

A lotus blooms under the worst circumstances...in the most foul of waters, yet it's undeniably beautiful. Life deals us our share of horrible circumstances, yet we are still attempting to grow and overcome. These scars and triumphs are what makes us unique and gorgeous. I specialize in a trauma focused, person centered approach to learning and gaining insight about one's self in a non-judgmental environment. I can help you simplify, engage, and be more present, while also implementing healthy boundaries to enjoy a better work/life balance. My clients learn to embrace who they are and leave the negative self talk behind.

I specialize in trauma-focused therapy for caregiving professionals.

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.

My focus in treatment is meeting my clients where they are while assisting them in determining where they want to be. I put concerted effort into providing compassionate, holistic care for each person and family I work with. I will work collaboratively with you and/or your child to uncover strengths, goals and ways to strengthen relationships and improve communication skills.

We are accepting new referrals for Telehealth, and are here to help you on your healing journey. Are you looking to explore new ways to heal and grow? Do you want to expand on traditional talk-therapy, and work with therapists who take an integrative approach (mind, body, and spirit)? Utilizing holistic modalities aimed at treating the whole person, our practice hopes to help you reach your goals and explore your potential. Sometimes we all need extra support in our journey through life; we are here to offer guidance, empathy, and a safe haven to explore your thoughts, hopes, and fears.

Like water under pressure, emotions always find a way out. They can manifest in a variety of life challenges and symptoms. I believe that everyone has the ability and power to heal themselves and I see myself like a flashlight you may sometimes need to pick up when you become overwhelmed by the darkness of your own struggles. I have a deep appreciation for and belief in the support and growth that comes from human connection. Counseling is a way to connect with someone to take a look at your struggles, values and goals and dive into them without judgement and with support.

Do you feel overwhelmed from stress, anxiety, or depressive feelings; have poor coping skills, low self-confidence or self worth, or find yourself stuck during a life transition? I support clients struggling with depression, anxiety, grief/loss, relationship complications, and life transitions by creating insight and strategic interventions that improve quality of life by changing perspectives and thought processes. I believe in a holistic, strengths-based and solution-focused approach, to energize and motivate my clients, while incorporating evidence-based practice methods to achieve changes that are client-focused and driven.

Currently accepting new clients in PA only. I believe that "it's the connection that heals." To me, it's important to build trust and safety in my work with clients- and also to be genuine! I work with clients facing a wide variety of issues from stress, anxiety, and depression to trauma, mood regulation, identity, family issues, and more. When I work with clients, I meet them where they're at, judgement-free. My clients decide on their own therapy goals, so you are in charge of the direction we take in therapy. Feedback is great! I like to be my real self in therapy with clients, and I hope that encourages you to do the same.

Client focused and humanistic practice committed to the development, personal growth, and self determination in a rapidly evolving world. I offer an integrative approach with several trauma informed modalities as well as addressing general issues in treatment with adults, adolescents, and children. I strive to meet the individual needs of the client, providing telehealth or in person sessions.

Have you thought about seeing a therapist, but the idea of talking to a stranger stops you from taking the next step? Perhaps you have needed this for a long time, and you have finally decided to take the next step? My style is warm, collaborative, and down to earth. Lets face it, we live in a stressful society where we need additional support. I know reaching out can be difficult so I try to make the process as simple as possible. You can call, email and/or text me to set up an appointment. I maintain a highly responsive, accessible, and concierge-type practice so you can have as much or little support you in along the way!

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.

Are you looking for a practice that is exclusively focused on sex therapy for individuals and couples? We are expert in sex and relationships who take a sex positive, solution focused approach to our work. We will work with you to identify what is going on and we will work on a treatment plan together to get you feeling better as soon as possible. Our Clinicians are "real", LGBTQ competent, Kink/BDSM competent, Ethical Non-monogamy, and of course sex positive!

Do you feel so overwhelmed by your emotions that you no longer can tell if you control them or if they control you? Or do you feel unhappy, lonely or tired of getting into arguments with your spouse? Are you feeling frustrated when you aren’t feeling like yourself- worried, sad, or unmotivated? Depression, stress, and anxiety can affect everything from work to relationships, not meeting goals, or even trouble completing daily tasks. Sometimes it can be challenging to understand ‘why’ or what is causing the anxious feelings.

Accepting NEW clients in NY and RI for daytime and evening appointments! I am passionate about helping college students, and post-college new grads navigate this time of life. I am a seasoned, experienced therapist, dedicated to helping my clients feel joy, hope, worthiness, and fulfillment. My current clients see me as someone who is caring, calm, empathic, and goes the extra mile. I work hard to create a safe, trusting space where you can share freely. Are you struggling to get out of bed where every day feel like a slog? Is anxiety stopping you from the life you dreamed of? Wanting to make peace with food and body image?

Book on Amazon, Releasing Toxic Anger for Women. Pre sales until 12/1/25. New seminar Transforming Anger to Love, to Launch mid January 2025. 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. , contact Karyne if you are ready to experience life change.

Gail has practiced for 25 years.The mission statement includes helping the patient create balance in a safe setting with talk therapy, meditation, nutrition,exercise and spirituality. Treatment is based on the individual's needs and discussed during the evaluation process. Open to all ethnicities therapies include: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Therapy, Rational Emotive Behavioral Therapy (REBT), Creative Visualization, Mindfulness Meditation, Eco-Therapy, Meditation, Walk/Talk Program, Psychotherapy, Reiki Usui/HolyFire II ART, Quantum Touch Practitioner, Crystal Method of Natural Healing and Sound Therapy.

Limited openings-updated 4/25/24. My approach to therapy is based on a holistic, strengths based perspective and is tailored to each client's personality and needs. I enjoy encouraging self-discovery, growth and transformation in my patients. Exploring the connection of mind, body and spirit as well as creating awareness around foundational beliefs and behaviors is essential if we desire positive change. Together we will explore the root of problem behaviors, redefine distorted beliefs and learn coping skills. You will also learn to develop body awareness, mindfulness and wisdom to experience a more empowered version of you.

You’ve come here looking to make some change in your life. I can help you with that. Although we are living with some uncertainty in our world, I believe we are moving toward healing and hope. Both inside and out. Let’s make this your year to manage anxiety, learn tools to increase positive mood, and to drop any emotional rocks 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, manage anxiety- and feel contentment by living deliberately.

In my 20 years of clinical practice, I've worked with a variety of people and issues. My job is to support and facilitate without judgment or criticism. I provide trauma-informed care for people who seek healing or simply better coping strategies and life skills. I can help you get unstuck so you can continue in your best path. As a community provider for the VA, I am honored to work with military personnel, veterans, and their families. I work with people individually and in groups to bring about healing and change.