PVD Psychological Associates

  Miranda Featherstone , LICSW I am a clinical social worker in Rhode Island, where I provide in-person and telehealth therapy to children over 7, adolescents, and adults. I also provide parent coaching and support. My areas of speciality are anxiety, depression, divorce, ADHD, anger, adoption, grief and loss, and issues of self-esteem and identity.  My background I have a Master’s in Social Work and a Master’s in Child Development from New York University and Sarah Lawrence College’s dual degree program. Prior to training as a social worker I taught preschool in Brooklyn, New York. My graduate clinical training was in school-based counseling and intimate partner violence prevention in adolescents. I have worked in school mental health for over a decade in a range of educational settings, supporting children and adolescents in individual and group work and coaching caregivers. I have done post-graduate training at the International Institute for Restorative Practices and have ...

  🧠🌿 Psychodynamic Therapy in Providence, RI Sometimes, understanding why we think, feel, and behave in certain ways can be an important part of creating meaningful change. 💙 Psychodynamic Therapy is a form of talk therapy that focuses on developing greater insight into your experiences and exploring unconscious patterns that may have influenced challenges in the past and continue to contribute to distress today. ✨ Psychodynamic therapy can help you: 💭 Develop deeper self-awareness 🧠 Understand recurring thoughts and behaviors 🌱 Explore patterns that may be affecting your relationships 💬 Process past experiences and emotions 🤝 Gain insight that can support meaningful, lasting change Therapy provides a supportive space to explore your experiences at your own pace and develop a better understanding of yourself. 💙 At PVD Psychological Associates, our therapists use evidence-based approaches tailored to each individual's unique needs and goals. 🔗 Learn more: https://pvdpsyc...

  😠💙 Anger Management Counseling in Providence, RI Anger is a natural emotion, but when anger and reactivity become difficult to manage, they can affect your relationships, work, safety, and overall well-being. 🌿 Recognizing the signs early can be an important step toward making positive changes. You may benefit from anger management counseling if you experience: ⚠️ Feeling like you constantly have to suppress or “hold in” anger 💬 Frequent arguments with family, friends, or coworkers 🚨 Difficulty following rules or repeated legal problems 🗣️ Loud shouting or aggressive behavior 💢 Threats toward people or property 💥 Breaking things or other out-of-control behaviors 🚗 Reckless driving or other risky reactions 🤝 Anger management therapy can provide a supportive space to better understand your triggers, recognize patterns of reactivity, and develop healthier ways to respond to difficult emotions. 🧠 Learning to manage anger isn't about ignoring your feelings—it's about l...

  🏳️‍🌈💙 LGBTQIA+ Affirming Therapy & Testing Everyone deserves to feel seen, respected, understood, and supported in their mental health journey. 🌈✨ At PVD Psychological Associates , our therapists have expertise working with LGBTQIA+ individuals and their families. We provide LGBTQIA+ affirming therapy and psychological testing in a welcoming and supportive environment. 🤝 💬 Therapy may address concerns such as: ✨ Anxiety, depression, or eating disorders ❤️ Relationship and family concerns 🌱 Exploring gender identity 🏳️‍🌈 Coming out and navigating identity 🧠 Other mental health concerns that may or may not be related to sexual orientation or gender identity Whether therapy focuses specifically on LGBTQIA+ experiences or another area of your life, having a therapist who understands and affirms the LGBTQIA+ community can make an important difference. 💙 🌈 You deserve care that respects who you are. 📞 Contact PVD Psychological Associates or complete the online form t...

  Ever feel like everyone is watching you? 👀 Maybe you stumbled over your words, sent the wrong text, or walked into a room feeling completely self-conscious. The truth? You're probably experiencing what's called the Spotlight Effect — our tendency to overestimate how much other people notice our mistakes or appearance. Research shows most people are far more focused on themselves than on judging us. Learning to recognize this common thinking pattern can help reduce anxiety, quiet overthinking, and build confidence in everyday situations. 💙 Read more about the Spotlight Effect and how to break free from it on our latest blog. 🔗 Link in bio. https://pvdpsych.com/the-spotlight-effect/   #MentalHealth #AnxietySupport #Overthinking #SpotlightEffect #SelfCompassion #MentalWellness #ProvidenceRI #RhodeIsland #Psychology #Therapy #PVDPsych #MentalHealthMatters

  AI in the Workplace and How to Use It Without Letting It Think for You Artificial intelligence has quickly become part of everyday work. Employees use it to draft emails, summarize meetings, brainstorm ideas, organize information, and automate repetitive tasks. For many, it’s becoming second nature like using Google. Like any new technology, however, AI presents both opportunities and challenges. From a psychological perspective, the question isn’t whether AI is good or bad, it’s how we use it. Used thoughtfully, AI can reduce mental overload and thus improve productivity. But used excessively, it may actually change how we solve problems and make decisions. Understanding the difference can help you use AI in ways that support (not replace) your own thinking. The Benefits of Using AI at Work One of the biggest contributors to workplace burnout is cognitive overload. Many professionals spend their days switching between emails, meetings, reports, deadlines, and constant notificati...