Newport, Rhode Island is a resort town where people go to have fun and enjoy themselves. On the New England coast, you can watch the whales, go surfing, boating, swimming, or fishing and inland there are even more entertaining things to do. But, if you are suffering from depression, you don’t feel like doing anything. 

Depression can sap your energy, decrease your happiness, and take away your motivation for life. Some days you may not even want to get out of bed. However, there are many dedicated therapists in Newport who can treat depression and get you back out enjoying life again. Contact one of them today.

Psychologist Barbara Sweeney providing different types of therapy in Newport

Barbara Sweeney

Clinician
License Type(s): LCSW,MPH,CFLE
Mental Wellness Specialties: Family conflictsParenting issuesCareer difficultiesCoping with life changes
4 years offering treatment

I am a licensed clinical social worker with over two decades of experience working in program planning and administration in the areas of intimate partner violence, school-linked family services, and training in health professions. While most of my work has been in the "macro" arena, I am excited to expand my professional skills into clinical services. My approach is strength-based and person-centered. That means that I will work with you to identify your personal strengths and what you can do to change your circumstances. We'll work from a place of empowerment and knowledge. The relationship between client and therapist is the most important predictor of success. As such, I hope you'll find me to be an excellent listener, a partner in your journey toward healing, and a cheerleader of your progress! You've taken a powerful step in your care by reaching out to work with a counselor. I look forward to joining you on your journey of discovery and empowerment. Welcome - I'm so glad you're here!

Psychologist Orion Block providing different types of therapy in Newport

Orion Block

Clinician
License Type(s): LSW,LCSW
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyLGBTIntimacy-related issuesBipolar disorderCoping with life changes
8 years offering treatment

Hello! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW/LISW) in the states of Nevada and Rhode Island. I have been working as a therapist for 5 years but have over 15 years of community organizing and educating with an intersectional lens on race, women's, and LGBTQIA+ issues. My therapy style is client focused, with the idea that YOU are the expert of your own life experience and I am here to assist you to become independent. I believe in treating all with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and honesty . I am a therapist that will utilize your strengths, beliefs and abilities to help guide the focus of therapy to reinforce self healing. I enjoy working with a wide variety of people and issues that include PTSD/trauma, anxiety, borderline, disability, depression, abandonment, suicidality, self harm, hoarding and family issues. My specialty is gender and sexuality which encompasses transgender and gender non-conforming folx and those having challenges in their sexual identity or relationship issues that include asexuality, kink, poly etc. I understand that you are seeking therapy for your individual reasons and am looking forward to working with you.

Psychologist JoAnne Waite providing different types of therapy in Newport

JoAnne Waite

Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseGrief
25 years offering treatment

I am licensed in Rhode Island with 25 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, family conflicts, & trauma and abuse. I also have experience working with coping with grief and loss. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.

Psychologist Sherry Friedman providing different types of therapy in Newport

Sherry Friedman

Clinician
License Type(s): LCMHC,MS, MSED
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyTrauma and abuseParenting issuesCoping with life changesCompassion fatigue
12 years offering treatment

To all my Prospective Clients: Hello, I am Sherry Friedman, a National l Board Certified Counselor (NCC), clinical mental health counselor licensed in Rhode Island, North Carolina, and South Carolina with twelve years of experience. My clinical orientation is Jungian (transformational and psychodynamic) and my counseling approach is holistic and multi-dimensional. This means I explore my clients' biopsychosocial, emotional, environmental, cultural, energetic, spiritual, and cosmological influences that may be creating stress, anxiety, grief, emotional trauma, relationship issues, and career challenges. As an HSP (Highly Sensitive) Person HSP Psychotherapist (https://hsperson.com) Empath, and Reiki Master, I am skilled at creating an emotionally safe space and empowering my clients to discover and embrace their gifts and strengths with healthy boundaries. I offer a warm, interactive counseling style and I practice "Listening with HEART" (Healing, Energy, Awareness, Resiliency, Transformation) and HeartMath coherence as a mindfulness-based treatment approach. The ultimate goal of all therapy is transformation, so that we can move forward as the highest, best version of ourselves. This typically involves finding one's life purpose and who we incarnated on this planet to become. Deeper self-discovery and getting to the root cause of pain requires a rare form of bravery. It takes courage to seek a more fulfilling and happier life and take that first step toward change. If you are ready to take that step I am here to empower you and look forward to working with you! All the best, Sherry Ann ("Share") Friedman, NCC, LCMHC MA School Psychology, (Ball State University), MS Ed Gifted Education (Purdue University), MS Clinical Counseling (Bellevue University)

Psychologist Shaun Stanley providing different types of therapy in Newport

Shaun Stanley

Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseParenting issuesDepression
4 years offering treatment

I am licensed in Rhode Island with 3 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, & parenting issues. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.

Psychologist Rutanya Simon providing different types of therapy in Newport

Rutanya Simon

Clinician
License Type(s): LCSW
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyAddictionsFamily conflictsSelf esteemCoping with life changes
9 years offering treatment

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of Oklahoma. I have provided therapy for a diverse population of clients over the past nine years. I worked within the court system for three years where I was able to aid people in their recovery process while dealing with life changes and any mental health issues. The last five years I have worked with families to provide a better quality of life in spite of mental health or disparaging circumstances. I have experience with depression, stress, anxiety, anger management, self-esteem, addiction and trauma. I pride myself on being judgement free and providing an atmosphere which is open and safe. My therapeutic approach is conversational, solution-focused and holistic. We will focus on behaviors which are counter productive to desired results and I will aid the you in finding prosocial activities which can promote healthier habits leading to a better life. I will allow you to be the expert of your life while providing support and helping to maintain focus on the goals we determine you would like to meet during the therapeutic relationship. I look forward to being a part of your journey to becoming your best self!!!

Psychologist Sarah Mailhot providing different types of therapy in Newport

Sarah Mailhot

Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyLGBTAnger managementDepressionADHD
18 years offering treatment

I am licensed in Rhode Island with 18 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, lgbtq+ related issues, anger management, & depression. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!

Psychologist Linda Benvenuti providing different types of therapy in Newport

Linda Benvenuti

Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietySelf esteemCareer difficultiesCoping with life changesCoaching
20 years offering treatment

I am a solution focused licensed therapist in Rhode Island, soon to be licensed in Massachusetts. Having gained 25 years of professional counseling and coaching practice in colleges and other therapeutic settings, I have provided counseling assistance to diverse groups of individuals with diverse needs. I am a positive psychology enthusiast and offer varied therapies including cognitive behavioral as well as alternative and naturopathic . I have specific experience helping clients with stress and anxiety, motivation, self esteem/confidence, education and career achievement, coping with life changes, inclusive of midlife, workplace, retirement , domestic, and many other therapeutic needs. I have worked with college students of all ages, including seniors in high school, two , four year and graduatecollege students, individuals experiencing life change such as divorce, single parenting, grief and loss, relationship, as well as active military and veteran issues. I am a strong supporter of diversity, equity and inclusion as well as neurodiversity. I believe that every individual has many strengths that will assist them on their journey to overcoming life challenges. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling, healthy and happier life takes courage. I am here to proactively support you in this process.

Psychologist Dr. Juan Barthelemy providing different types of therapy in Newport

Dr. Juan Barthelemy

Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: AddictionsFamily conflictsParenting issuesAnger managementDepression
9 years offering treatment

I am licensed in Texas and Louisiana with 7 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with coping with addictions, parenting issues, & anger management. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.

Psychologist Angela Miller providing different types of therapy in Newport

Angela Miller

Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietySelf esteemDepressionCoping with life changes
13 years offering treatment

I am a licensed therapist in Mississippi and Rhode Island with 13 years of professional experience. I specialize in helping clients with depression, low self-esteem, anxiety, self-confidence, and coping with life changes. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. Our work together will be tailored to fit your unique needs and goals. Taking the first step toward a more fulfilling, happier life takes courage—and I’m here to support you through it.

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What types of therapists are available to clients in Newport?

Understanding the type of therapy you'd like to search for is crucial before finding a therapist or psychologist. Be sure to narrow your search for therapists in Newport that can offer psychodynamic therapy, cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), therapeutic talk therapy, group therapy, marriage and family therapy for individuals or couples, or couples therapy depending on your needs.

Licensed therapists & mental health professionals available through BetterHelp's online platform

Mental health therapists in Newport available through BetterHelp are accredited as psychologists to help individuals and couples. Newport therapists' credentials can include licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT), licensed clinical social worker (LCSW), and clinician or doctor of psychology (PsyD). Regardless of their licensure, Newport therapists are trained in any type of therapy in the Newport region and in the state of Rhode Island.

How can a therapist help you destress, manage your emotions, and guide you towards the life you want?

Therapists in Newport can help clients in improving healthy relationships, communication skills, working through life transitions, couples challenges, managing a mood disorder, improving coping skills, self help tips, offer life coaching, family life, or change in negative thinking patterns. A therapist in Newport may also provide a safe place and validation for clients experiencing emotional pain, or that simply want a psychological assessment. 

Is it better to find a mental health counselor or therapist in Newport offering online therapy or in person?

Studies show online therapy can be just as effective as in-person counseling. Online therapy with licensed counselors is often more affordable, with BetterHelp pricing ranging from $65-$100 weekly, while in person therapy can cost up to $200 per session.

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