Therapists in Providence, RI
Providence, RI, is one of the oldest cities in New England. It was founded in 1636 by a Reformed Baptist theologian who was exiled from the Massachusetts Bay Colony. Its location on the Providence River and access to Narragansett Bay helped the city develop into a busy port. This city was also one of the first cities to industrialize, and it became well-known for its textile manufacturing. In the modern day, Providence has shifted into the service industries, including healthcare and higher learning. This city is an excellent example of resilience and growth, with its history of reinventing itself as new opportunities appeared. If you need help learning how to develop resilience in your life, a therapist in Providence, RI, can help.
There are a few ways to find a therapist in Providence. Plenty of in-person options are available, but finding the right therapist, counselor, or independent clinical social worker with an open appointment that fits your schedule (without driving all over Providence County) can be challenging. An online therapy platform like BetterHelp helps you find a holistic approach to treatment with a therapist with available appointments that fit your busy schedule. Plus, you can attend sessions from the comfort of your own home.
Whether in-person or online, a therapist can use a compassionate, collaborative approach to give you the extra support you need to achieve your goals. You can get help with various issues in therapy, including behavioral challenges, family conflict, or identifying your life purpose.
Kara Denahan
Clinician
License Type(s): LMFT
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseSelf esteemCoping with life changes
23 years offering treatment
Hello, and welcome! My name is Kara Denahan and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in the state of Rhode Island. I have been providing therapy to individuals and couples for over 20 years. Currently, I am only providing therapy for individuals. I want to share a little of my development as a therapist as I think this will give you a better sense of who I am, both professionally and personally. My undergraduate degree is a Bachelor of Science in Design, specialty Photography. In my mid-thirties I decided to return to school and entered a master’s level program to study Marriage and Family Therapy at the University of Rhode Island. I graduated with a Master of Science Degree from URI in 1997. After a few years of working as a therapist for other people, I opened up my own private practice. In 1999 I felt some dimension was lacking in both my professional and personal life and I joined a meditation group dedicated to the teachings of Thich Nhat Hanh, a Vietnamese Buddhist monk and peace activist who I found to be compelling. I learned about the concept of interbeing and the benefits of mindfulness, meditation, acceptance, and cultivating inner peace. The wisdom transmitted in the teachings and the meditation practice deepened and expanded my capacity to connect and engage with my clients at a more satisfying level. In 2009 I pursued training in Internal Family Systems Therapy (IFS), developed by Richard Schwartz, Ph.D. I had been intrigued by this model of therapy for many years. IFS regards each person as a collection of parts ("a part of me wants to exercise, a part of me doesn’t") that interact continuously. The intention is to accept our inner world through connection with our True Self, which is wise and kind and non-judgmental. When we truly accept ourselves, even the parts of ourselves we might consider "flawed’", we are also able to accept others and their flaws more easily. We experience more ease within ourselves as well as outside of ourselves. Completing Level I (2010) and Level II (2012) of the intense IFS trainings had a profoundly positive effect on me. I am glad to be able to share these teachings with my clients. Truly accepting who we are is the best gift we can give ourselves. There have been many other influential teachers in my life. Most recently, I am intrigued by Polyvagal Theory developed by Stephen Porges, Ph.D, and its practical applications as presented by Deb Dana, LCSW. Polyvagal Theory explains the underlying cause of most physical and mental disorders is a chronically dysregulated nervous system in a state of threat. I am also in awe of Daniel Siegel, M.D., a neuropsychiatrist who has developed Interpersonal Neurobiology (IPNB), a therapy that beautifully integrates neuroscience, attachment theory and meditation practice. Rick Hanson, Ph.D, also blends neuroscience with ancient wisdom traditions and offers practical, simple, and effective techniques for increased personal well-being. Martha Beck is another source of inspiration who masterfully weaves humor with wisdom and has the gift of making the metaphysical credible. I am forever grateful to the teachings of Brene Brown for so clearly delineating the difference between shame and guilt, and for being an advocate for vulnerability, under the right conditions. I pass on to my clients the knowledge I have integrated from these wise and kind masters. What I know is that there is not a one size fits all form of therapy. What works for you may not work for your friend. There are many doors to move through in life, and I make it my mission to help you find the best door for you to step through to a more fulfilling life. I know if you follow that which inspires and uplifts you then you will find your way. It is my joy and honor to be with you as you discover and uncover the unlimited potential that is you at your essence. What I have to offer you is years of accumulated wisdom and the ability to be fully present, expertise gained through following my heart to that which inspires and uplifts me. I hope to inspire you. Please be aware that I only work mornings, Monday through Friday, and I prefer scheduled live chat/phone/video sessions.
Elizabeth Giele
Clinician
License Type(s): LICSW,LCSW/LISW,ACHP-SW
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyGriefCareer difficultiesCoping with life changesCompassion fatigue
35 years offering treatment
Welcome! I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW/LCSW) and advanced certified hospice/palliative social worker (ACHP-SW) with over 30 years of experience providing counseling and coaching services to people throughout many parts of the United States. I respect and honor your decision to seek a counselor to help you with the challenges you are going through. I work with clients from a person-centered, strengths-based perspective, meaning that I LISTEN to you non-judgmentally, and I LEARN from you about your values and dreams, what helps you most, and what your wishes are to improve your life, your relationships, and how you are feeling. In addition to deeply hearing you and your story, I provide interventions and support based in mindfulness and insight-orientation, life coaching, and cognitive-behavioral techniques, all of which will improve your confidence and your compassion for yourself, and increase your resilience to cope with whatever challenges have come your way. We all go through losses and unexpected change and crises at some point(s) in our lives. I am here to help you navigate these upsets, whether it is the diagnosis of a serious illness, the death of a loved one, divorce, the loss of employment, questions about your relationships and sexuality, or helping take care of your elderly parents, to name just some common challenges we all may deal with. I am an expert specifically in life and personal development coaching; career issues; grief and loss; coping with life-threatening illness; navigating medical systems; LGBTQ+ concerns; integrating and respecting diverse spiritual practices; and compassion fatigue and caregiver support, especially for adult children and/or caregivers of elderly parents. I look forward to working side-by-side with you to improve your health, confidence, and well-being, and to help you achieve your most fulfilling, authentic, and empowered life!
Barbara Mey
Clinician
License Type(s): LMHC,CAGS,MED
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsSelf esteemDepression
20 years offering treatment
I feel that I act as a guide for my clients on their journey toward self-awareness and self-discovery. I strive to provide a safe and peaceful space in which clients can learn new coping skills to enable them to move toward their life goals. I tailor my counseling style to each individual client's needs and use psychodynamic psychotherapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and mindfulness-based interventions, working to ensure that my clients are comfortable with my therapeutic approach. I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and hold a Master's Degree from Providence College as well as a Certificate of Advanced Graduate Study from Salve Regina University. Prior to joining Sheehan Psychotherapy, my most recent experience was at a substance abuse clinic where I worked with clients in group, individual, and family settings. Before that, I spent almost 10 years in a community mental health setting where I worked with a wide range of clients, including individuals living with mood and anxiety disorders, PTSD, substance abuse, schizophrenia, and personality disorders. I have experience helping clients who are coping with low self-esteem, recovery from trauma, relationship and family issues, and adjustment to life changes. I am also experienced in treating individual who are coping with codependency, including adult children of alcoholics/addicts or other dysfunction, and family members and partners of alcoholics/addicts. I believe that a supportive, caring, and honest relationship with each client is of the utmost importance and I strive to maintain a present, compassionate, and open-minded consciousness throughout the therapy process.
Jessica Hornig
Clinician
License Type(s): MSW,LICSW
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseGriefDepression
20 years offering treatment
Welcome and thank you for your interest! I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker in Massachusetts and Rhode Island with a Masters degree in Social Work from Boston College. I have 20 years of experience helping clients work through personal challenges. I focus on developing and fostering a safe, non-judgmental space in which clients can more comfortably explore their struggles and barriers to self-fulfillment. My approach to therapy is integrative and draws on multiple modalities (e.g. cognitive-behavioral, solution-focused, trauma-informed, interpersonal, mindfulness-based), thus allowing me to tailor how I work with each client as an individual. I am passionate about treating survivors of all types of trauma and have advanced training in Prolonged Exposure Therapy. I help clients with depression and anxiety, grief and loss issues, and have over 15 years of hospital-based social work experience, helping clients work through end-of-life issues, sudden traumatic losses, pregnancy losses, & difficult diagnoses. I am a former EMT and have previously worked with veterans and public servants. I look forward to meeting you and supporting you on your journey!
Heather Lykas
Clinician
License Type(s): LMHC,MBA
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyTrauma and abuseAnger managementSelf esteemDepression
15 years offering treatment
Hi I'm Heather! I'm a licensed mental health counselor with over 15 year of experience working with adults, kids, and families. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, and parenting challenges . I also helped many people who have experienced physical trauma or emotional abuse. My therapy style is empathic, down to earth, and strength based. I believe in meeting people where they are at and expanding upon the unique skills that each of my client's have within them. My approach combines cognitive-behavioral and dialectical behavior therapy. I will tailor our sessions and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs and help set you on a path to meet your goals! It takes courage to seek a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards change. If you are ready to take that step, I am here to support and empower you. I look forward to working with you!
Melanie Bagaglio
Clinician
License Type(s): M.Ed, LMHC
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyGriefParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteem
23 years offering treatment
Take the first step in faith. You don't have to see the whole staircase, just step the first step. - Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. I am a mental health counselor licensed in Massachusetts with over 17 years of experience. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, stress, anxiety, parenting problems, ADHD, and anger management. I also helped many people who have experienced grief and loss, career changes, and eating and sleep disorders. My counseling style is non-judgmental and supportive. I believe in creating a safe space where one can learn and grow while they are treated with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. My approach is solution focused combining cognitive-behavioral and reality based techniques. I will tailor our sessions and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Counseling and seeking change is hard work. It takes courage to seek a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. If you are ready to take that first step up the staircase, I am here to support and empower you. I look forward to working with you!
Kerry Dzikiewicz
Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesCareer difficultiesCoping with life changesCoaching
5 years offering treatment
I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, career difficulties, & coping with life changes. 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. I have morning availability at this time.
Natasha Deshommes
Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Family conflictsGriefSelf esteemDepressionCompassion fatigue
8 years offering treatment
I am Licensed in Florida with over 10 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with family conflicts, trauma and abuse, motivation, self esteem, and confidence, & 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 seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.
Courtney Nelson
Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyTrauma and abuseGriefSelf esteemCoping with life changes
22 years offering treatment
I am licensed in Rhode Island with 22 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, coping with grief and loss, & motivation, self esteem, and confidence. 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 seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.
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 Providence?
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 Providence 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 Providence available through BetterHelp are accredited as psychologists to help individuals and couples. Providence 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, Providence therapists are trained in any type of therapy in the Providence 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 Providence 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 Providence 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 Providence 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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