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A mental health disorder characterised by persistently depressed mood or loss of interest in activities, causing significant impairment in daily life. Possible causes include a combination of biological, psychological and social sources of distress. Increasingly, research suggests that these factors may cause changes in brain function, including altered activity of certain neural circuits in the brain. Our therapists  at PVD Psychological Associates are ready to support your therapy process! https://www.pvdpsych.com/what-we-treat.html

Binge Eating Disorder Individuals with Binge Eating Disorder engage in recurrent episodes of binge eating, often secretly and often at night, without engaging in any compensatory behaviors. CBT, dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), and mindfulness have all been shown to successfully treat Binge Eating Disorder. https://www.pvdpsych.com/eatingdisorderstreatment.html

Using DBT To Cope During COVID-19 ​Generally speaking, everyone does best with structure and a schedule of some sort. This is one of the reasons why the COVID-19 Crisis has had such a negative impact on daily functioning. Our worlds have been turned upside down and everything that organized our day-to-day existence is no more. It is essential to find ways to create structure for yourself during this time and utilizing skills from DBT to regulate your emotions and manage distress can help! Accumulate Positives Build Mastery Cope Ahead Fitness https://www.pvdpsych.com/covid-19-resources.html

How to Keep Yourself Calm During Tough Times Going through tough times is a part of life. Life can feel like a challenging maze sometimes where you are left with difficult options, which might make you feel unfocused, overwhelmed, and helpless. Start dealing with this stress by finding immediate relief from emotional distress. Learn to deal with your emotions to ease some of your inner conflict and distress. Accept that tough times happen to all of us. These strategies will help you feel stronger, more empowered, and ready to deal with future challenges. Staying Calm in the Moment Try breathing exercises Try taking a hot shower Do some light stretching Experiment with tapping Try visualization exercises Make a keepsake box with things to remind you to be strong Remember to reward yourself Your Health And Safety Is Our Priority. Offering Online Therapy Now www.pvdpsych.com

Couples frequently seek treatment at  PVD Psychological Associates  to work on improving communication, conflict resolution, financial difficulties, and sexual issues. All of our therapists  treat all diagnoses, each with specialized training in areas such as LGBTQIA concerns, eating disorders, college mental health, anxiety, personality disorders, trauma, life transitions, and relationship difficulties. Everyone on our team is trained in evidence based therapies including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and psychodynamic therapy. Some of us have specialized training in other therapies such as dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR), and internal family systems therapy (IFS). https://www.pvdpsych.com/couples-and-relationship-difficulties.html

BOOSTING YOUR IMMUNE SYSTEM AGAINST CORONAVIRUS: HOW TO MINIMIZE THE RISK OF INFECTION? The coronavirus presents many uncertainties, and none of us can completely eliminate our risk of getting infected with COVID-19. Nevertheless, one thing we can do is eat as healthily as possible. In addition to the well-known personal hygiene and preventive measures against the new coronavirus (COVID-19), we can also follow some simple recommendations regarding our nutrition that strengthen our immune system and could better prepare us for an epidemic for in which the virus rapidly spreads to many people within a short period of time. What to do: Make sure to be sufficiently hydrated with  2–3 liters of water consumed throughout the day.  If you come to drink water because you are thirsty, this means that you are already dehydrated. 2.  Rest regularly and  sleep at least 7–8 hours daily. 3. Exercise  but non-exhaustively, e.g. a half-hour walk, 3 day...

PVD Psych strives to help clients meet their goals for therapy, and help them live their lives in a way that’s aligned with their core values. What services does your practice offer? PVD Psych  is a private psychology practice on the East Side of Providence, Rhode Island offering individual, couples, and family therapy across the lifespan. Our mission is to provide the greater Rhode Island area with exceptional therapy, offering evidence-based treatment by a team of highly trained therapists. We also offer online therapy in RI, MA, and NY. PVD Psych is a LGBTQIA Affirming practice, and is one of few Blue Cross Blue Shield of Rhode Island LGBTQ Safe Zone certified providers. We strongly believe that everyone has the right to safe, respectful and affirming, high quality care. We understand that every individual client, session, and situation is unique. Our therapists utilize evidence-based therapy techniques such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behav...

Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) is a type of psychotherapeutic treatment that helps patients understand the thoughts and feelings that influence behaviors. CBT is commonly used to treat a wide range of disorders, including phobias, addictions, depression, and anxiety. Your Health and Safety is Our Priority.  Offering Online Therapy Now. www.pvdpsych.com

​ PVD Psychological Associates offers the following DBT services: Individual, DBT-Informed Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) — This therapy follows a traditional CBT framework with a focus on identifying the interaction between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, and also integrates specific skills and strategies from DBT for clients who would benefit from this. Individual, DBT-Informed Therapy is ideally attended twice weekly. In many instances, the DBT skills are taught in session, but in some cases, clients will also attend a DBT group. Individual Skills Training — One-on-one skills training sessions are offered only as an adjunct to individual therapy. This service would benefit clients who would like to have specific time dedicated to skills training alone. Please note that Skills Training is a separate service from therapy and is not covered by insurance. Call us or fill out the form for  more information  or to make an appointment. https://www.pvdpsych.com/...

PVD Psychological Associates Exceptional Therapy in PVD Accepting new clients  for morning, daytime, afternoon, and evening in-person sessions in Providence, RI & remote sessions for clients living in MA, RI, NY. www.pvdpsych.com

Psychotherapy refers to a range of treatments that can help with mental health problems, emotional challenges, and some psychiatric disorders. Psychotherapy  can provide help with a range of problems, from depression and low self-esteem to addiction and family disputes. Anyone who is feeling overwhelmed by their problems and unable to cope may be able to benefit from psychotherapy. www.pvdpsych.com

LGBTQIA+ Family Planning We also work with LGBTQIA+ families on family planning to help them navigate fertility treatments and/or the adoption process. There are many different ways to start a family as a LGBTQIA+ couple, whether it be through intrauterine insemination (IUI), in vitro fertilization (IVF), using a donor egg, reciprocal IVF, fostering and adoption, or surrogacy.  The therapists at PVD Psychological Associates  are aware of all of these permutations, what they “look like,” and the unique challenges families may face while trying to get pregnant, undergoing prenatal care, and then early parenthood including postpartum anxiety or depression for mothers who were pregnant and those who were not, and also postpartum anxiety or depression for new fathers. We are also familiar with the adoption process for same sex couples in Rhode Island and can help guide clients through that experience. https://www.pvdpsych.com/lgbtqia.html

In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, PVD Psychological Associates is doing our part to practice social distancing so we can flatten the curve and protect public health. We have always prided ourselves on offering  online therapy/teletherapy  to clients in Rhode Island, Massachusetts, and New York. We offer confidential video therapy to you in the privacy of your own home, office, or other private location of your choosing. https://www.pvdpsych.com/online-therapy.html

The therapists at PVD Psychological Associates specialize in working with individuals with eating disorders and body image concerns. We implement research-supported, cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT). We see children, adolescents, college students, and adults with eating disorders. ​ Anorexia Nervosa ​Fear of weight gain, restrictive eating, and low body weight that accompanies a diagnosis of Anorexia Nervosa are all addressed with CBT for eating disorders. By collaborating with other medical professionals, therapists at PVD Psychological Associates will help individuals struggling with Anorexia to modify harmful thought patterns and make specific behavioral changes. Binge Eating Disorder ​Individuals with Binge Eating Disorder engage in recurrent episodes of binge eating, often secretly and often at night, without engaging in any compensatory behaviors. CBT, dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), and mindfulness have all been shown to successfully treat Binge Eating Dis...

The therapists at PVD Psychological Associates specialize in working with individuals with anxiety and implement research-supported, cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) for specific anxiety disorders they may be struggling with. We see children, adolescents, college students, and adults with various forms of anxiety disorders. Schedule An Online Session Now Call   401 330 5882 https://www.pvdpsych.com/anxiety-disorders.html

All of our therapists treat all diagnoses, each with specialized training in areas such as LGBTQIA concerns, eating disorders, college mental health, anxiety, personality disorders, trauma, life transitions, and relationship difficulties. Your Health And Safety Is Our Priority.  Offering Online Therapy Now. www.pvdpsych.com

Exceptional Therapy in PVD Accepting new clients for morning, daytime, afternoon, and evening in-person sessions in Providence, RI & remote sessions for clients living in MA, RI, NY Offers Online Therapy PVD Psychological Associates (PVD Psych) offers therapy to individuals and families. They specialize in women’s issues, eating disorders, college students’ mental health, work concerns, relationships, and LGBTQIA+ concerns. The providers at PVD Psych use evidence-based approaches such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), psychodynamic therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), and mindfulness-based approaches. PVD Psych strives to help clients meet their goals for therapy, and help them live their lives in a way that’s aligned with their core values. https://www.pvdpsych.com/

Striving to Offer the Best Therapy Experience​​ ​PVD Psychological Associates offers individual and family therapy across the lifespan for a range of issues. Depending on your personal preference, therapy history, and   what brings you to treatment now , dynamic, behavioral, or another type of therapy may be most appropriate for you. We will work with you to understand why you are seeking therapy, and collaboratively construct a treatment plan. While we specialize in women’s issues, eating disorders, school/career concerns, adolescent issues, relationship difficulties, perinatal mental health, and working with LGBTQIA individuals, we regularly see clients for a range of other issues. ​Whether it be a long term problem or temporary life circumstance prompting someone to seek therapy, we understand that every individual client, session, and situation is unique. Our therapists utilize cutting edge, evidence-based therapy techniques such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), ...

In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, PVD Psychological Associates is doing our part to practice social distancing so we can flatten the curve and protect public health. We now are offering  online therapy  to all clients so that you can stay safe during this time. https://www.pvdpsych.com/dr-nicole-issa.html