Philosophy

My practice philosophy is driven by the belief that everyone has the potential to improve their situation if they are given the right tools and support. 

 

Mission Statement
My mission is to provide compassionate, evidence-based behavioral health care that empowers individuals to improve their well-being, build resilience, and achieve meaningful personal growth. Through a client-centered approach, I strive to create a safe and supportive environment where each person feels heard, respected, and equipped with the tools to navigate life’s challenges.

 

Vision Statement
To foster a community where individuals feel empowered to prioritize their mental health, overcome challenges, and thrive in all aspects of life. My vision is to be a trusted partner in healing, growth, and resilience—helping each person move toward lasting well-being and a more fulfilling future.

Values: Compassion, Integrity, Respect, accountability, Patient, confidentiality, collaboration, confidence, self care and resilience. 

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About

I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker in the state of Rhode Island. I enjoy working with High School and College aged students along with adults. I provide treatment for depression, anger, anxiety, adjustment issues of all types, family struggles, bipolar, stress management, college mental health and substance abuse. I do have a special interest in working with athletes because I found that mental wellness is connected to performance on the field, court or rink.

 

I use evidence-based practice that entails a clinical assessment so that the client and therapist both understand the current issues and then choose the best course of treatment needed. My therapy sessions will entail both goal oriented and skills-based approaches. I have over 19 years of experience and expertise in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and commitment therapy, Substance Abuse, Anger Management and Motivational Interviewing techniques.

 

During treatment, I focus on helping clients understand how their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors are interconnected, so they can begin to make targeted change. We will work on strengthening your motivation and movement towards change in order to meet your goals. In treatment, I work on getting clients to explore any discrepancy between your goals and your current actions or in-actions. My approach is collaborative and non-judgmental to help build trust in a safe environment and meet the clients where they are and establish where they want to go. Throughout treatment clients will works on processing their emotions around current stressors, identifying triggers that lead to their symptoms and using appropriate coping methods in times of increased stress.