Expressive Arts Therapists in Providence, RI

A little bit about me... I am a Registered Play Therapist, Licensed Mental Health Counselor in RI/MA, Certified Grief Counselor and recently became certified as a Facilitator of the Broken Bowl Technique. I attended the Expressive Arts Institute at Salve Regina University. I am a former Board Member of the New England Association for Play Therapy. I see clients ages 2-12 individually, but do involve family members. I am in the office weekdays. I am NOT accepting any court involved cases requiring contact with: lawyers/GAL/DCYF/and court letters, as well as those that require a higher level of care due to safety issues.

Hello there! I'm Yoliann Santiago, a bilingual Clinical Social Worker with a mission to help you thrive in Rhode Island and Puerto Rico. Imagine a therapeutic journey that's as unique as you are – a blend of therapy and art that fuses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), mindfulness, and expressive arts into a transformative experience for well-being. Whether it's through individual sessions or joining my expressive arts- stress management group, every step we take together is tailored to your path. If you're considering bariatric surgery evaluations, rest assured that I'm here to guide you in both Spanish and English.

*** 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.

Jen is a person-centered, somatic therapist who values the therapeutic relationship above all else. Jen believes that being a witness to someone's healing journey is a true honor and a privilege. Trained in EMDR, and as trauma informed expressive arts therapist, the framework of holistic wellness guides the practice. Together, with a strengths based, empowerment approach, learn to access safety in your body, re-wire your nervous system, and make meaning of your life.

It takes courage to reckon with some of the most private, honest, scary, and hopeful places within you. Effective support during these times can be transformational. You may want to discover new ways of being in the world, your skin, and your life that feel authentic, and alive. Or, you may be wanting relief from painful relationship patterns, anger, grief, fear, self-criticism, “stuckness” or addiction. My clients often find my approach feels both comfortable and challenging, and facilitates greater self-love and empowerment. I hold a license in Mental Health Counseling, CAGS in Expressive Arts, and am IFS trained.

Life is heavy right now and you don't have to carry it all alone. At the heart of my work is the belief that your relationship to yourself serves as the foundation for meaningful and intimate connection with others and the world around you. Using a holistic approach we'll explore the barriers that keep you from the life you truly desire and deserve.

“Even a happy life cannot be without a measure of darkness, and the word happy would lose its meaning if it were not balanced by sadness.” – Carl G. Jung.

Currently accepting daytime Telehealth clients (Weds, Thurs, Fri). I want to get to know you and understand you as an individual in order to learn about your needs and help meet them- I believe that no two individuals are the same and that, as humans, we shouldn't be treated as such. I work well with anxiety, depression, panic disorder, and more. I am here to help you discover your needs, focus on what will bring you the most joy, and help you return to a level of functioning that makes you feel like yourself again!

Is stress/anxiety preventing you from getting more enjoyment out of life? I can help you manage it better so you're able to focus on the things that are important to you. Diagnosed with cancer or other serious illness? I can help you cope with that & incorporate it into your day-to-day life. Other areas of focus include couples counseling, workplace issues, relationship issues, behavioral concerns, & parenting. Adapting to a new normal takes time and in some instances takes help. Counseling is one way to receive that help. Now accepting new clients and now also offering 20-minute check-ins.

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.

Accepting New Clients! For more than 50 years, The Counseling Center at JCS in Providence has offered hope and help to anyone facing life challenges. As a multidisciplinary team, we have decades of experience providing mental health services in both community and private practice settings. We provide counseling services to seniors, adults, adolescents, children, and families with a wide range of concerns, including, but not limited to: feeling overwhelmed, depressed mood, panic or anxiety, grief and loss, adjusting to life transitions and developmental stages, identity development, trauma recovery, etc.

NOW Accepting NEW Clients: At the heart of my practice is a client-centered philosophy that respects the individual. I strive to create a safe, non-judgmental space where clients feel heard. My approach to therapy is grounded in the principles of behavioral psychotherapy, which emphasizes the connection between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. I believe that understanding and altering maladaptive behavior patterns can lead to significant improvements in emotional well-being and life satisfaction. I utilize a range of therapeutic modalities, including CBT, DBT, and ACT, tailoring my methods to meet the unique needs of each client.

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Rhode Island and Connecticut. I hold a Bachelor's and Master's degree in Social Work from Rhode Island College. I also received a Certification in Graduate Studies in Child/Adolescent trauma. I have a diverse background in providing one-on-one therapy to children and adults. I also have experience in providing one-on-one therapy to children who are victims of sexual assault.

Amy Lazier is Registered Drama Therapist and mental health counselor. Amy graduated from Lesley University with her MA in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and a specialization in Drama Therapy. Specializing in drama therapy, a common question arises, “Do I have to be an actor to seek treatment?” The answer is, “No!” Drama therapy provides a unique therapeutic lens to elicit change in clients. Drama therapy is appropriate for anyone seeking therapy, especially those wanting to engage in an arts-based, embodied approach.

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.

Victoria is a masters level, prelicensed therapist in Rhode Island. She works with adolescents, college students and adults. She enjoys helping clients who are navigating transitions, caregiving, chronic illness, relationship issues, anxiety, ADHD, and those who have experienced trauma.

With a deep understanding of the intricate connections between body image, societal norms, and overall well-being, Melissa offers a safe and nurturing space for internal exploration. Through a lens of social empathy, Melissa helps clients navigate the complexities of identity, privilege and systemic barriers that shape our experiences in this world. She believes in the power of self-acceptance, self-compassion, and in the recognition and validation of our own resilience. She offers a holistic approach to therapy that integrates evidence based techniques with empowerment and self compassion work.

I am a LMHC practicing in Providence RI. I have extensive experience with children, specializing in trauma and behavioral issues, through my work as a school adjustment counselor and in the residential treatment setting as a clinician, for over 20 years. I believe that therapy is best approached in a holistic and systematic way. I will actively collaborate with you to create a course of treatment aimed at reaching your goals. The relationship I form with you is one of the most important factors leading to success. My goal is to create an authentic, safe space, without judgement, where clients are able to express themselves.

You feel stuck. At this point in your life, you thought you’d have relationships down - your marriage or partnership would feel meaningful, hard but fulfilling. Instead your interactions with your partner, and perhaps your family, friends, or coworkers. leave you feeling misunderstood, frustrated and alone. How the hell are other people able to “click”? This wasn’t how you envisioned how love would feel in your life.