PVD Psychological Associates

  I am a licensed clinical psychologist and the Intake Director at PVD Psychological Associates. I am licensed in Rhode Island and provide online and in-person individual therapy to adolescents and adults in Rhode Island. I am also a bicultural and bilingual therapist (native fluency in Spanish). I provide individual therapy to college students, adolescents, and adults. https://pvdpsych.com/mary-elizabeth-ruggiero-phd/

  Mission & Values Everything we do is designed to give you the best therapy experience . Our mission is to provide exceptional therapy that is personalized and results driven. We offer cutting edge, evidence-based treatment by a team of highly trained therapists to address anxiety, eating disorders, college and graduate student mental health, trauma, relationship difficulties, and many other concerns. 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 offer LGBTQIA Affirming therapy and Gender Affirming Therapy. We strongly believe that everyone has the right to safe, respectful, and affirming, high quality care. At PVD Psych , we see our clients as whole people, recognizing their layers, and never just as diagnoses. We also focus on healing and transformation. These values are reflected in our logo which is a mandala. It is a privilege to accompany our current clients on their journeys an...

  I am a licensed clinical psychologist and the Director of PVD Psychological Associates. I am licensed in Rhode Island and New York and offer online therapy to individuals in both of those states, in addition to my in-person practice in Rhode Island. I have advanced training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and am intensively trained in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) for older adolescents and adults. I also incorporate strategies from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Mindfulness, and Behavioral Therapy. My areas of specialization include anxiety, eating disorders, working with  college students and individuals in academia , relationship issues, and providing LGBTQIA+ Affirming Therapy. https://pvdpsych.com/jolie-weingeroff-phd/

  Our Approach PVD Psychological Associates offers therapy across the lifespan for a range of issues. We have specific specializations in college mental health, anxiety, depression, eating disorders, trauma, LGBTQIA+ issues, and relationship difficulties and we also see clients for a  range of other issues. We believe the most important aspect of a positive and effective therapy experience is finding the right fit. 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. This treatment plan will integrate the most appropriate, research-supported interventions for you. Our therapists utilize cutting edge, evidence-based therapy techniques such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), acceptance and commitment therapy...

  Meet Dr. Nicole Issa I am the Founder of  PVD Psychological Associates  and a licensed clinical psychologist in Rhode Island, New York and Massachusetts. I offer online therapy to individuals residing in all three of these states, in addition to my in-person practice in Rhode Island. I have advanced training in psychodynamic therapy and provide individual therapy to college students, adolescents and adults. My areas of specialization and interest include: women’s issues, depression, anxiety, stress management, and working with LGBTQIA-identified individuals and family members. I practice primarily from a relational-dynamic perspective, though I also incorporate techniques from cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), and narrative approaches to address and tailor treatment to the unique and individual needs of each client. https://pvdpsych.com/nicole-issa-psyd/

  Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is a type of cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) developed by Dr. Marsha Linehan to help individuals who have difficulty managing their emotions, handling “crisis situations” of peak distress without engaging in impulsive and self-destructive behaviors, and navigating relationships effectively. In order to achieve best results, individuals will participate in both individual DBT and group skills training. Radically Open DBT (RO DBT) is a type of DBT that was developed by Dr. Thomas Lynch to treat individuals with disorders of over control. RO DBT is appropriate for some clients with eating disorders, treatment resistant depression, obsessive compulsive personality disorder (OCPD), perfectionism, and difficulty connecting with others. Too much self control can backfire and RO DBT helps clients learn how to be more open to new experiences, less rigid, and better able to connect with others. https://pvdpsych.com/dialectical-behavior-therapy-pvdpsy...

  PVD Psychological Associates is a recognized BCBSRI LGBTQ Safe Zone. The therapists at PVD Psychological Associates have expertise working with LGBTQIA+ identified individuals and their families. We offer LGBTQIA+ Affirming and Gender Affirming Therapy . ​ We may work with these individuals on issues non-specific to their sexual orientation or gender identity or 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 LGBTQIA+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 LGBTQIA+ community and is affirming in their approach. https://pvdpsych.com/lgbtqia-affirming-services/

  PVD Psychological Associates offers 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. This has always been an option for therapy for clients with very busy schedules, those who had barriers to getting to sessions in person, or to individuals wanting to work with a specialist at PVD Psych while living too far away to come in to our office. We now are offering online therapy to all clients so that you can stay safe during this time. Online therapy allows for effective therapy sessions that are convenient, safe, and private,    Benefits of Online Therapy: Ultra-Convenient  so we don’t need to worry traffic, weather, or factoring the commute time into the therapy “hour.” Ultra-Safe  with no exposure to Illness which is especially important due to COVID. Ultra-Private  since there is no phy...

  EXCEPTIONAL THERAPY IN PVD PVD Psychological Associates (PVD Psych) is a private psychology practice in the College Hill neighborhood of the East Side of Providence, Rhode Island. We specialize in providing evidence based treatment across the lifespan for depression, anxiety, eating disorders, college and graduate student mental health, trauma, and relationship difficulties. We are a BCBSRI certified LGBTQ Safe Zone practice and offer LGBTQIA Affirming and Gender Affirming Therapy. We strongly believe that everyone has the right to safe, respectful, and affirming, high quality care. https://pvdpsych.com/

  Posttraumatic stress (PTSD) is a common reaction to traumatic or stressful events. Studies indicate 3.5% of the United States (U.S.) population will experience PTSD in any given year. Almost 37% of these cases can be classified as “severe.” Our Therapists at  PVD Psychological Associates  are ready to support your therapy process! https://pvdpsych.com/

  Call, Email, or Request a Time to Have Us Call You! ​ Call  401 330 5882  us or  Click Here  for more information or to make an appointment. https://pvdpsych.com/contact/

  Sometimes children, like adults, can benefit from therapy. Therapy can help children develop problem-solving skills and also teach them the value of seeking help. Therapists can help children and families deal with stress and a variety of emotional and behavioral issues. Therapy can be very effective for families with young children. You can begin to develop an understanding about what’s happening with your child and within your family dynamics. https://pvdpsych.com/student-mental-health/

  Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) is a type of psychotherapy which has become a crucial part of psychology. While it was originally formulated as a treatment for depression, it is now involved in the treatment of many different disorders . https://pvdpsych.com/

  PVD Psychological Associates  is doing our part to practice social distancing so we can flatten the curve and protect public health. Your Health And Safety Is Our Priority. Offering Online Therapy www.pvdpsych.com Call   401 330 5882

  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. https://pvdpsych.com/anxiety-disorders/

  Your Health And Safety Is Our Priority. Offering Online Therapy Schedule An Online Session Now Call   401 330 5882 https://pvdpsych.com/online-therapy/

  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://pvdpsych.com/lgbtqia-affirming-services/

  For many sleep problems such as insomnia, therapy can be more effective than sleeping pills—but without the unpleasant side effects or long-term health concerns. https://pvdpsych.com/what-we-treat/

  SHAME PSYCHOLOGY: THERAPY FOR SHAME Shame often stems from a traumatic experience. A person may fear that they deserved the trauma, experience guilt and shame about having survived, or feel ashamed of sexual or other abuse. When shame is due to trauma, it’s critical that therapy is trauma-sensitive, addressing the root cause of shame. https://pvdpsych.com/

  Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is a mental illness that causes anxiety. People with OCD have uncontrollable obsessions (fears, thoughts or urges). They try to lessen anxiety with repetitive actions, called compulsions. OCD causes distress and interferes with normal life. Cognitive-behavioral therapy and medications can help. https://pvdpsych.com/anxiety-disorders/