Therapists in Westerly, RI
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Jessica Britto
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, LMFT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
East Greenwich, RI 02818
My passion is in helping individual's reach their highest potential through living a healthy lifestyle. I believe that therapy is not only beneficial for self health but it also creates this foundation that brings healing to the mind, body and soul. My past experience as a behavioral specialist at an elementary school for several years prior to pursuing a degree as a marriage and family therapist all taught me how to utilize the best evidence based practices in real life settings. As a mom and wife I understand the challenges that families endure and I can help with couples counseling, families, individual and group sessions.
My passion is in helping individual's reach their highest potential through living a healthy lifestyle. I believe that therapy is not only beneficial for self health but it also creates this foundation that brings healing to the mind, body and soul. My past experience as a behavioral specialist at an elementary school for several years prior to pursuing a degree as a marriage and family therapist all taught me how to utilize the best evidence based practices in real life settings. As a mom and wife I understand the challenges that families endure and I can help with couples counseling, families, individual and group sessions.
Lisandra De Lacerda Dju
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Pawtucket, RI 02861 (Online Only)
I am a Marriage and Family Therapist who has experience working with children, adolescents, adults and families with trauma, relationship issues, family conflict, depression, anxiety and acculturation stressors.
Taking the first step to seek help is often a daunting task, especially when you add into the mix a variety of complex emotions. I thrive on supporting my clients to take that first step. I am committed to cultivating a safe, supportive, and trusting connection intended to improve your choices and enhance your relationships with yourself and others. Let's work together to explore and build upon your current strengths, supports, and skills as well as help you navigate the changes you'd like to make for yourself.
I am a Marriage and Family Therapist who has experience working with children, adolescents, adults and families with trauma, relationship issues, family conflict, depression, anxiety and acculturation stressors.
Taking the first step to seek help is often a daunting task, especially when you add into the mix a variety of complex emotions. I thrive on supporting my clients to take that first step. I am committed to cultivating a safe, supportive, and trusting connection intended to improve your choices and enhance your relationships with yourself and others. Let's work together to explore and build upon your current strengths, supports, and skills as well as help you navigate the changes you'd like to make for yourself.
Own Your Voice Mental Wellness, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Providence, RI 02904
Why do I need therapy? Therapy is for people who are crazy or out of control! I should be able to do this by myself! Asking or getting help means I'm not capable or strong. People are in therapy "cause they have to be." Couple's therapy is a last resort. Family therapy doesn't work/is not for me. Are any of these questions going through your mind? Is it helpful to know you are not alone? Sometimes, people are apprehensive about engaging in therapy or leery about continuing with therapy. All of the above reactions are understandable considering people's experiences. Licensure supervision/professional consultations offered.
Why do I need therapy? Therapy is for people who are crazy or out of control! I should be able to do this by myself! Asking or getting help means I'm not capable or strong. People are in therapy "cause they have to be." Couple's therapy is a last resort. Family therapy doesn't work/is not for me. Are any of these questions going through your mind? Is it helpful to know you are not alone? Sometimes, people are apprehensive about engaging in therapy or leery about continuing with therapy. All of the above reactions are understandable considering people's experiences. Licensure supervision/professional consultations offered.
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Family Therapy
What do family therapists do?
A family therapist facilitates the process of understanding and improving how a family functions. The therapist will help family members develop empathy for one another. They’ll seek to understand existing patterns, misunderstandings, and conflicts that arise, in order to help the family arrive at a realistic, unified understanding and develop the coping skills they need to build stronger relationships.
How long does therapy for families take to work?
Therapy manifests differently in every family; a common time frame is 12 weekly sessions, but some families may see improvement after just a few weeks. Families should discuss their goals with the therapist at the beginning of the process and periodically revisit those goals to assess their progress together.
How can you encourage a family member to attend family therapy?
You can encourage family members to attend therapy by expressing with both love and concern the challenges you see and explaining how a therapist could help the family navigate those challenges together. An outside perspective can help everyone feel heard, get on the same page, and develop new skills. If family members are still hesitant, it may be helpful to emphasize that family therapy is short-term—it won’t last forever.
Is therapy for families effective?
Family therapy can significantly improve family dynamics and relationships. Research suggests that family therapy can help individuals understand their role in the family, communicate and solve problems together, reduce conflict and draw boundaries when necessary, and develop coping skills for stressors, major life changes, and mental or physical illnesses within the family.