PVD Psychological Associates

  🌿 At PVD Psychological Associates , we’re here for you—every step of the way. We provide compassionate, professional therapy across all stages of life, supporting individuals through a wide range of challenges. 💬 ✨ Our specialized areas include: 🎓 College Mental Health 😟 Anxiety 💙 Depression 🍽️ Eating Disorders 🧠 Trauma 🏳️‍🌈 LGBTQIA+ Support 💞 Relationship Difficulties No matter what you're facing, you don’t have to go through it alone. We’re here to listen, understand, and help you heal. 🤝 https://pvdpsych.com/about/ #MentalHealthMatters #TherapySupport #Wellbeing #HealingJourney #YouAreNotAlone

  Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) for  substance use disorders  has demonstrated efficacy as both a monotherapy and as part of combination treatment strategies. This article provides a review of the evidence supporting the use of CBT, clinical elements of its application, novel treatment strategies for improving treatment response, and dissemination efforts. Although CBT for substance abuse is characterized by heterogeneous treatment elements—such as operant learning strategies, cognitive and motivational elements, and skills building interventions—across protocols several core elements emerge that focus on overcoming the powerfully reinforcing effects of psychoactive substances. These elements, and support for their efficacy, are discussed. https://pvdpsych.com/substance-use-problems/

  They’re the ones everyone relies on. The ones who *always* say yes. The ones who get it all done. On the surface, it looks like ambition. Drive. Discipline. But underneath? It can look like answering emails late at night. Taking on more than anyone expects. Never fully unplugging—even on a “day off.” Waking up exhausted becomes normal. Rest starts to feel… uncomfortable. And the mind never quite quiets down. This is the quiet reality for many high-functioning professionals . Not burnout all at once—but a slow, steady overextension. Just because you *can* keep going doesn’t mean you’re meant to—without rest. There’s strength in pausing. There’s clarity in boundaries. And there’s real resilience in learning when to step back. If this feels familiar, it might be time to check in—with yourself. 🔗 Learn more:  https://pvdpsych.com/are-you-worried-youre-in-burnout/ #MentalHealthMatters   #HighFunctioning   #BurnoutAwareness   #WorkLifeBalance   #ProvidenceRI ...

  Dr. Brabeck I am a licensed Counseling Psychologist and a Professor of Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Rhode Island College. I integrate evidence-based interventions within a trauma-informed, social justice framework in my work with adults (ages 18+) and couples struggling with anxiety, depression, posttraumatic stress disorder, complex trauma and attachment issues, relational stress, and personality challenges. I primarily practice Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and have been trained in, and utilize, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR). I am also recently trained in Emotionally-Focused Therapy for Couples (EFT-C), which integrates humanistic approaches with the science of attachment, and is regarded as the gold standard of evidence-based approaches for couples work. Finally, I am Spanish/English bilingual and have many years of experience working with immigrants from Latin America in English and Spanish. https...

  Treatment can help  reduce the intensity and frequency of your panic attacks and improve your function in daily life. The main treatment options are psychotherapy and medications. One or both types of treatment may be recommended, depending on your preference, your history, the severity of your panic disorder and whether you have access to therapists who have special training in treating panic disorders. https://pvdpsych.com/anxiety-disorders/

  2SLGBTQIA+ Affirming Services PVD Psychological Associates is a recognized BCBSRI LGBTQ Safe Zone. The therapists at PVD Psychological Associates have expertise working with 2SLGBTQIA+ identified individuals and their families. We offer 2SLGBTQIA+ Affirming and Gender Affirming Therapy. We may work with these individuals on issues non-specific to their sexual orientation or gender identity/expression, such as an eating disorder or relationship problems, or therapy might focus on very specific issues such as exploring one’s gender identity or coming out. Whether the topic of therapy is specific to being 2SLGBTQIA+ identified or not, many of our clients have told us they find it to be important and helpful that their therapist is knowledgeable about the 2SLGBTQIA+ community and is affirming in their approach. The same is true that being Affirming and knowledgeable is very important for providing a comfortable and accurate neuropsychological testing experience. Our therapists ...