PVD Psychological Associates

  Psychological treatments for anxiety Psychological treatments  (also known as talking therapies) can help you change your thinking patterns so you're able to keep your anxiety under control and reduce irrational worries.  From the first point of contact, we will focus on providing you with the best therapy experience. https://pvdpsych.com/

  Seasonal Affective Disorder (often shortened to SAD) in which mood changes happen alongside the change in seasons. Even if you don’t meet the clinical criteria for SAD, winter can still have an impact on your mental health. Even without therapy, there are habits that may help support your wellbeing during winter. Get outside in the daylight whenever possible because morning light is especially helpful for regulating your mood. Follow a consistent sleep schedule because irregular sleep affects your mood, energy, and anxiety levels. Move your body daily. This could be yoga, a short walk, stretching, or full workouts, it’s whatever feels manageable for you. Stay socially connected. Coffee with a friend, joining a group activity, or video calls can reduce feelings of isolation. Plan things to look forward to. Even small pleasures like visiting your favorite place or taking up a new hobby. Remember: Small, repeatable steps create meaningful change... Therapy offers a safe space to un...

  Dr. Shauna Finley I am a clinical psychologist with over 15 years of experience treating anxiety and trauma-related disorders in academic medical centers and outpatient psychotherapy clinics. I offer therapy via telehealth to adults in Rhode Island and Massachusetts. I specialize in the treatment of postpartum anxiety and depression, mental health difficulties during pregnancy, traumatic birth experiences, pregnancy losses, and stress related to fertility struggles. I have extensive training in evidence-based psychotherapies, including cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), mindfulness-based cognitive therapy (MBCT), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), and dialectical behavior therapy (DBT). I provide compassionate, patient-centered care that is based in clinical science and neuroscience. Whether you are experiencing anxious mood, excessive worry, panic attacks, difficulty relaxing, fatigue, irritability, low motivation, poor sleep, or just feeling stuck in a rut, I am here to...

  Stress doesn’t always show up as panic. Sometimes it looks like irritability, exhaustion, overthinking, or feeling “off.” We’re curious 👇 What’s your No. 1 stress trigger right now? 🔹 Work 🔹 Social media 🔹 Sleep trouble 🔹 Relationship tension There’s no right answer — just awareness. And awareness is the first step toward change. 🧠✨ If you’re feeling overwhelmed, you’re not alone. Support is always available. https://pvdpsych.com/ #pvdpsych 

  Why is there a growing divide in how different generations experience stress and burnout ? We dive in, here: https://pvdpsych.com/generations-experience-stress-and-burnout/ #pvdpsych

  We’ve heard the warnings about screen time for years: “limit it”, “monitor it”, “put your phone down”. But the real problem in 2026 isn’t how much time we spend in front of screens; it’s more about how we’re using them and how we’re being used by them. Let’s be clear, this isn’t just about kids zoning out on tablets or teens being hooked on TikTok, adults are in this too. What we’re facing now isn’t just distraction, it’s addiction and behavioral addiction that mimics what we see with gambling or compulsive eating. The brain doesn’t differentiate between social media and gambling for example, it cares about the reward it gets from using it. Let's dive in:  https://pvdpsych.com/screen-addiction/ #pvdpsych   #providence   #therapy   #mentalhealth