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Kimberly Merolla-Brito, LICSW
Rhode Island
LICSW - Anxiety and Trauma focus
See online therapy options- CBT methods
- Mindfulness tools
- Goal oriented work
About Kimberly
Kimberly Merolla-Brito is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) practicing in Rhode Island with 15 years of clinical experience. She helps people coping with depression, anxiety, trauma and abuse, relationship strain, parenting stress, addiction, and other life changes. Her work also addresses issues such as grief, self-esteem, sleeping and eating concerns, anger, career questions, ADHD, and compassion fatigue.
Her style is practical and interactive. Sessions focus on identifying unhelpful thoughts and habits, setting short-term goals, and trying different ways of responding. Kimberly uses clear explanations and step-by-step strategies rather than abstract theory.
She draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people notice thought patterns and test new behaviors. Client-Centered Therapy and Existential Therapy inform how she listens and helps people clarify personal values and meaning. Mindfulness and Motivational Interviewing are used to increase awareness and support motivation for change.
Kimberly aims to keep sessions focused and efficient. She works with clients to set concrete goals and tracks progress over time. The tone is direct and respectful, with an emphasis on practical tools people can use between sessions.
Her background includes 15 years of providing clinical services in a range of settings in Rhode Island. Kimberly holds the LICSW credential and combines several approaches when they fit a person's needs. Before booking, readers should confirm current session options and formats.
How her approaches shape online sessions
Kimberly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people spot unhelpful thoughts, test alternative responses, and build new habits. CBT is useful for anxiety, depression, sleep and eating concerns, and coping with life changes.She also uses Client-Centered Therapy to focus on what matters most to the person. That approach emphasizes listening and helping people clarify values and goals. Existential Therapy can be part of sessions when people want to talk about meaning, responsibility, or larger life choices.
Choosing the right approach is collaborative. Kimberly will work together with each person to decide which methods fit their goals and preferences, and she adjusts plans as progress is tracked.
Session formats should be confirmed before booking since the original biography did not specify particular online formats. Ask about the available options when you use the matching questionnaire. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time so therapy slots are more practical to attend.
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Experience
15+ years
Listed in
Rhode Island
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she commonly address?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, addictions, grief, relationship and parenting concerns, sleep and eating issues, and other life changes.
How would she describe her therapeutic approach?
Her approach is practical and interactive, focusing on identifying unhelpful thoughts and trying different behaviors to reach goals.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has 15 years of experience providing clinical services in a variety of settings in Rhode Island.
What are her formal credentials and location?
She holds the LICSW credential and practices in Rhode Island.
Which languages are offered for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does she work with international clients?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How does pricing work for sessions?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What is the process to begin working together?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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