Divorce Therapists in Rumford, RI

I specialize in helping individuals and couples manage issues that often accompany separation and divorce using the principles in my book: “How to Divorce Cooperatively". In addition to divorce issues, I help clients build and improve relationship skills such as communication, decision making, boundaries, emotional regulation, and conflict resolution. My work with clients often focuses on life transitions such as cohabitation, parenthood/co-parenting, empty nesting, career change, substance use recovery, grief, and loss. I utilize an integrated approach drawing predominately from humanistic and family systems schools of thought.

Are you a victim of narcissistic abuse, feeling trapped and emotionally drained? Do you need support managing your current relationship with a narcissist, finding the courage to end it, navigating complex divorce issues, and/or establishing healthy co-parenting dynamics? I am Dr. Cardieri, a Narcissism Therapist. I understand the struggles you face - the constant manipulation, control, and erosion of your self-worth. I will provide expert guidance and empower you to regain control of your life, and ensure a safe and nurturing environment for yourself and your children. AND, I offer full 1 hour sessions to all my patients.

The Couple and Family Therapy Clinic is affiliated with the University of Rhode Island as a teaching, training and research facility with specialized expertise in relationship and family issues. Our process respectfully centers you and your preferences as we work towards your goals. We value a collaborative, empathic and solution-focused framework. Our office is private and easily accessible with ample parking. We match almost all insurance co-pays. If you do not have insurance or struggle with high copays please inquire about our scholarship support.

In my 20 plus years of practice, I have gained invaluable experience with many issues including pre-maritial, marital and family discord, anxiety, depression, ADHD, parenting challenges, financial difficulties, divorce, remarriage and blended family adjustments. I work with my clients to establish realistic and achievable goals. My clients and I collaborate on problem-solving solutions and managing emotions. My approach also includes challenging clients to identify and change unhealthy patterns in their lives, both internal and external and learn more productive methods to approaching life. Finally, I incorporate both mindfulness and humor to broaden the experience and offer new perspectives.

For more than 25 years, I have enjoyed working with individuals, couples, and families to make changes that have directly improved their quality of life. My work is client focused and the approach used reflects the client, the specific issue, and the desired outcome.

Are you feeling hurt or overwhelmed by something that happened to you? Do you find yourself stuck in upsetting patterns of thinking, feeling, or behaving that make it difficult to move forward and make decisions in your personal or professional life? Considering making changes in your life can feel daunting, and counseling can provide support and guidance as you continue building a more fulfilling life for yourself. In my practice, I strive to create a safe, collaborative, non-judgmental atmosphere that will help you better understand the difficulties you're experiencing and learn about ways to overcome them.

The Couple and Family Therapy Clinic is affiliated with the University of Rhode Island offering specialized expertise in relationship and family issues. We provide confidential relationship enhancement and counseling with a focus on the solution rather than the problem. We are dedicated to making treatment affordable and hassle free without the mess of insurance or diagnoses. We offer a sliding scale ranging from $15-45 a session or match most insurance copays. No insurance required.

You feel stuck, so what if we could help you figure out not only what you want, but also how to get it? I help coach adults with anxiety from legal-related challenges (e.g., divorce, terminations, and moving) successfully navigate these transitions and create stability for their families.

I have been independently licensed clinician for 11 years, working with adults and adolescents in academic, partial hospital, home-based therapy, and private practice settings. I love helping people increase their authenticity, assertiveness, self esteem, self awareness, and relationship satisfaction. I utilize several theories to inform my practice and am flexible, open-minded, and adapt to what my clients need. In my conversational approach I use sense of humor, kindness and supportive challenging to encourage clients to achieve their aims.