Online therapy in Rhode Island

Explore online therapists and medication management providers in Rhode Island. Compare their approach and availability, then contact providers directly.
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If you’re looking for a Rhode Island-licensed therapist who offers online care, this page can help you compare options in one place. Online therapy makes it easier to look beyond the nearest office and focus on fit, whether that means specialty, personality, schedule, or cost. You can use filters to narrow your search by specialty, therapy modality, language, age group, insurance, and whether you want a therapist, medication management, or both. For many people in Rhode Island, telehealth opens up more statewide choices and makes it easier to keep care consistent when life gets busy.

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Ashley Claiborne

Dr. Ashley Cares

PsyD

Licensed In:
Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, Washington, DC, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming
“Empowering you to find a healthy balance! Are you the go-to person that everyone turns to with their problems? It's great to be relied on, but sometimes it can feel like a lot, right? If you are an overachiever juggling a lot on your plate and feeling the weight of anxiety, depression, or work stress, you're not alone. Here, you will find a safe and confidential space to unpack those heavy feelings with someone who gets it. Let's work together to ease that burden and find some balance in your life. Ready to take that first step towards feeling better? Let's chat.”
Services:
Couples Therapy, Family Therapy, Individual Therapy, Testing and Evaluations
Specialties:
Annalisa Erba

Annalisa Erba, Psy.D.

PsyD

Licensed In:
Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, Washington, DC, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming
“I have studied and worked with people who have experienced significant losses/grief (particularly early parental loss) in great depth. I have also had considerable experience with people who are struggling with issues around relationships, anxiety, overfunctioning, infidelity, early adulthood/mid life crises/aging, peri/menopause, fertility, cross cultural issues, perfectionism and existential questions.”
Services:
Individual Therapy
Specialties:
Aging · Anxiety · Attachment · Grief · Infertility & Reproductive Mental Health · Infidelity / Affair Recovery · Life Transitions · Menopause & Perimenopause · Perfectionism · Relationship Issues · Spirituality · Women’s Mental Health
Jennifer McAdams

Jennifer McAdams, Ph.D., PLLC

PhD Psychologist

Licensed In:
Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Connecticut, DC, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, Washington, DC, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming
“I work with questioning or late identified "high masking" Autistic and/or ADHDer adult clients in Texas and most states in the US via online individual, couples, & group therapy, from a strengths-based and neurodivergent affirming approach. I also specialize in helping therapists and those who have experienced narcissistic abuse.”
Services:
Couples Therapy, Group Therapy, Individual Therapy, Sex Therapy
Specialties:
ADHD · Anxiety · Attachment · Autism · Burnout · Depression · Highly Sensitive People (HSP) · Life Transitions · Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) · Panic · Perfectionism · Relationship Issues · Religious Trauma & Spiritual Abuse · Self Esteem · Women’s Mental Health
Dr. Melissa Lavin

Lavin Psychology Services, PLLC

PsyD

Licensed In:
Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, Washington, DC, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming
“I work with children, adolescents, adults, and families (ages 10 to 90) from all walks of life facing a variety of psychological concerns. My specialty is childhood trauma and its adult manifestations (anxiety, depression, grief/loss, self-doubt/esteem, identity issues, stress, relationship difficulties, & parenting). I'm certified in advance nutritional integrative medicine for mental health (holistic plans of supplements, vitamins, and food). I provide sports psychology therapy for pro-athletics, as well as consultation services for other leading professionals. I enjoy providing unconditional support and skills tailored to each individual's needs.”
Services:
Child Therapy, Family Therapy, Individual Therapy, Parenting Therapy, Teen Therapy
Specialties:
Anxiety · Bipolar Disorder · Chronic Pain and Illness · Depression · Divorce · Domestic Abuse · Eating Disorders · Gender Identity · Grief · Life Transitions · Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) · Older Adults & Aging · Panic · Personality Disorders · Phobias · Pregnancy, Postpartum & Perinatal Mental Health · Relationship Issues · Self Esteem · Self-Harming · Sexual Abuse · Suicidal Ideation · Trauma & PTSD · Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) · Women’s Mental Health
Sarah O’Shea

KaleidoSpark Co.

PhD, LP, HS-P

Licensed In:
Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, Washington, DC, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming
“You or your child may be bright and capable, yet struggling in ways that are difficult to understand or explain. I provide comprehensive psychological and psychoeducational evaluations for children, teens, and adults seeking clarity around ADHD, autism, learning differences, giftedness and twice-exceptionality (2e), executive functioning, and emotional concerns such as anxiety, mood, or trauma that may intersect with neurodivergence. My evaluations look beyond a diagnosis to understand the whole person—bringing together cognitive strengths, learning, attention, emotional functioning, developmental history, and lived experience to make sense of complex or overlapping patterns. I also provide neurodiversity-affirming therapy for children, teens, and adults seeking greater self-understanding, practical support, and more sustainable ways of navigating everyday life.”
Services:
Child Therapy, Clinical Supervision, Individual Therapy, Parenting Therapy, Teen Therapy, Testing and Evaluations
Specialties:
ADHD · Anxiety · Autism · Depression · Educational and Learning Disabilities · Life Transitions · Mood Disorders · Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) · Perfectionism · Phobias · Relationship Issues · Self Esteem · Trauma & PTSD · Women’s Mental Health
Emily DiPalma

Little Blue Sky Wellness

LMFT

Licensed In:
Massachusetts, Rhode Island
“Many of the couples I work with feel stuck in patterns they can’t quite shift, having the same arguments on repeat, feeling emotionally out of sync, or carrying the invisible labor of maintaining a shared life while sensing a growing distance. You may notice that the intimacy, ease, or sense of “us” that you once had feels harder to access lately, or that work, family, and responsibilities leave little space for real connection. If you’ve been wondering where that closeness has gone, you are far from alone. I specialize in helping couples reconnect, rebuild trust, and find their way back to each other.”
Services:
Couples Therapy, Family Therapy, Individual Therapy, Parenting Therapy, Sex Therapy
Specialties:
Anxiety · Attachment · Burnout · Depression · Divorce · Eating Disorders · Infertility & Reproductive Mental Health · Infidelity / Affair Recovery · Life Transitions · Perfectionism · Relationship Issues · Self Esteem
Beth Tierney, LMHC

Spark the Change, LLC

LMHC

Licensed In:
Florida, Massachusetts, New York, Rhode Island, Vermont
“As a licensed therapist with extensive experience in treating Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), I am passionate about helping individuals navigate the unique challenges that come with this condition. My practice spans several states, allowing me to provide consistent, high-quality care to clients who may divide their time between different locations, particularly college students.”
Services:
Clinical Supervision, Individual Therapy
Specialties:
ADHD · Anxiety · Caregiver Support · Depression · Life Transitions · Mood Disorders
Jesse Baker

Holistic Path Wellness Center

LCSW

Licensed In:
Rhode Island
“You primarily work with LGBTQIA+ teens, young adults, and adults, including transgender and gender diverse clients, as well as individuals with Autism and ADHD, supporting identity development, mental health concerns, and the impact of systemic and interpersonal stressors using evidence-based, person-centered approaches.”
Services:
Individual Therapy, Teen Therapy
Specialties:
ADHD · Anxiety · Autism · Relationship Issues · Trauma & PTSD
Dr. Jessica Hasson

Pay It Forward Assessments

PhD

Licensed In:
Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, Washington, DC, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming
“I work with children as young as 4, adolescents, and adults. I conduct a variety of different types of evaluations using a therapeutic, strengths based-approach. These include comprehensive psychological evaluations, psychoeducational evaluations, diagnostic clarification, treatment recommendations, personality assessment, assessment with 2E Individuals, & Child/Adolescent/Adult Autism Evaluations.”
Services:
Individual Therapy, Testing and Evaluations
Specialties:
ADHD · Autism · Bipolar Disorder · Depression · Dissociative Disorders · Educational and Learning Disabilities · Highly Sensitive People (HSP) · Life Transitions · Menopause & Perimenopause · Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) · Personality Disorders · Psychosis · Trauma & PTSD
Dr. Bethany Friedman

BraveFull Psychology

PSYD, CEDS

Licensed In:
Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, Washington, DC, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming
“Do thoughts about food, your body, or your worth consume you, leaving you exhausted and uncertain about what comes next? Are you just trying to stay afloat while everyone else seems to have it figured out? Are your emotions so intense that it feels like you might burst from the pain, and you feel desperate for a way out, or do you work hard to keep them locked up tightly? Do you hold on to old experiences or painful memories that make you feel stuck, even when you want to move forward? If this sounds familiar, you're not alone. With expert support, you can recover from eating disorders, anxiety, depression, self-harm, and trauma.”
Services:
Family Therapy, Individual Therapy, Teen Therapy
Specialties:
Anxiety · Attachment · Body Dysmorphia · Depression · Eating Disorders · Self Esteem · Self-Harming · Suicidal Ideation · Trauma & PTSD
Licensed In:
Massachusetts, Rhode Island
“I am a licensed clinical therapist with over 10 years of experience working with children, adolescents and adults facing life transitions including work, school and relationship stressors. I specialize in working with those experiencing anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, parenting stressors and maternal mental health concerns during pregnancy and postpartum. I use a person-centered approach in order to help my clients to feel empowered and draw from their strengths in order to overcome challenges and to be the best version of themselves.”
Services:
Individual Therapy
Specialties:
Anxiety · Burnout · Depression · Life Transitions · Mood Disorders · Panic · Perfectionism · Pregnancy, Postpartum & Perinatal Mental Health · Self Esteem · Women’s Mental Health
Amy Kreins

Kreins Psychological Services

PhD

Licensed In:
Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, Washington, DC, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming
“I work with preteens, teens, adults, and seniors navigating a wide range of emotional, behavioral, and life challenges. My clients often seek support for anxiety, depression, stress, relationship concerns, and major life transitions, as well as issues related to self-esteem, identity, grief, and adjustment. I also work with individuals managing more complex concerns such as trauma, OCD, ADHD, eating disorders, and chronic health or pain conditions. Many of my clients are looking to better understand themselves, improve coping skills, and make meaningful, lasting changes in their lives. I provide a compassionate, nonjudgmental space and tailor treatment to each individual, helping clients build on their strengths, improve decision-making, and develop practical strategies to move forward with greater clarity and confidence.”
Services:
Individual Therapy, Parenting Therapy, Teen Therapy, Testing and Evaluations
Specialties:
Aging · Anxiety · Bipolar Disorder · Body-Focused Repetitive Behaviors (BFRBs) · Depression · Divorce · Eating Disorders · Gender Identity · Grief · Hoarding · Life Transitions · Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) · Older Adults & Aging · Panic · Perfectionism · Phobias · Self Esteem · Trauma & PTSD · Women’s Mental Health

Finding online care in Rhode Island

Online therapy can be a practical option in Rhode Island because convenience is not just about distance. Even in a small state, the right therapist may not be the closest one, and telehealth gives you more room to compare style, specialty, availability, and cost across the state. Online care can make it easier to keep appointments around work, caregiving, school, or unpredictable days, and it can help you widen the pool instead of settling for whoever happens to be nearby. As you compare providers, pay attention to scheduling availability, insurance participation, private-pay rates, and how the provider handles communication between sessions. You can use the resources below to verify licenses or find additional support if needed.

Online therapy in Rhode Island: common questions

How do I use this page to find the right fit for online therapy in Rhode Island?

Start by thinking about what you want help with most right now, such as anxiety, relationship stress, trauma, burnout, parenting, grief, or medication support. Then use the filters to narrow by specialty, age group, language, therapy style, insurance, and whether you want talk therapy, medication management, or both. Because you are looking at online care, you can compare licensed Rhode Island providers across the state instead of only focusing on who is closest to you. After that, read profiles for signs of fit: the issues they treat often, whether they work with people like you, current availability, and how they describe their approach.

What should I ask before booking with a therapist?

A few good questions can save time. Ask whether they are licensed in Rhode Island, whether they are accepting new telehealth clients, what concerns they work with most often, what a first session is like, whether they take your insurance, what your out-of-pocket cost may be, and how scheduling works. It is also a good idea to ask what telehealth platform they use, how they handle missed sessions, how quickly they respond between appointments, and what to do if you have an urgent concern.

Does my online therapist have to live in Rhode Island, and what happens if I travel out of state?

Not necessarily. In practice, the more important question is usually whether your provider is licensed or otherwise authorized to see you where you are physically located during the session. If you are in Rhode Island, look for someone who can legally provide care here. If you travel out of state, even briefly, your therapist may or may not be able to continue sessions while you are away, so it is best to ask before you travel. This is especially important for college trips, work travel, vacations, and longer stays with family. You can also browse this page to find a therapist licensed in multiple states.

What types of mental health services are available online through telehealth in Rhode Island?

Depending on the provider, you may be able to find individual therapy, child or teen therapy, couples counseling, family therapy, group therapy, medication management, and testing and evaluations. Availability can vary by clinician, and some services may need an initial consultation to decide whether telehealth is a good fit or whether part of care should happen in person.

Can I find medication management providers here, and how is medication management different from online therapy?

Yes. This page can help you find prescribers who offer medication management online in Rhode Island. Medication management usually focuses on evaluation, prescribing, dose changes, side effects, and follow-up visits. Online therapy is more focused on talking through what you’re dealing with, building coping tools, improving relationships, processing emotions, and creating change over time. Some providers do both, but many people work with a therapist and a separate prescriber. If you need a controlled substance prescribed, ask the provider before booking whether they can do that through telehealth, because additional prescribing rules can apply and what is possible may depend on the medication, the visit type, and current federal and state requirements.

Where can I start if I need lower cost or public mental health support in Rhode Island?

A strong place to start is Rhode Island’s Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinics, which serve people regardless of age, diagnosis, or insurance status. Rhode Island also has community mental health centers across different parts of the state, and United Way 211 can help you sort through local options if you are not sure where to begin. If you want support groups, family education, or help understanding the system, the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Rhode Island can also be useful. For urgent behavioral health support, adults can use BH Link and families with children or teens can contact Kids’ Link Rhode Island. The official links are in the resources below.

How do I verify a therapist or prescriber’s Rhode Island license?

Use the Rhode Island Department of Health’s license search tools. The general Find Licenses search is a good place to check social workers, mental health counselors, marriage and family therapists, psychologists, and many other Rhode Island license types. For psychiatrists, psychiatric nurse practitioners, and physician assistants, the Find Healthcare Professionals in Rhode Island search is especially helpful. When you look someone up, make sure the name, license type, and Rhode Island status match what is listed on their profile. The official links are in the resources below.

Does insurance cover online therapy in Rhode Island, and how does payment usually work?

Often it does, but the details depend on your plan. Before you book, ask whether the provider is in network, whether telehealth sessions are billed the same way as office visits, what your copay or deductible may be, and whether you will be billed directly or need to submit out-of-network claims yourself. If you are paying privately, ask for the session fee before the first appointment. If you need coverage help, HealthSource Rhode Island is the state’s official marketplace, and the Rhode Island Executive Office of Health and Human Services administers Medicaid.

What technology or privacy setup do I need for virtual sessions?

For most online therapy appointments, it is best to meet from a secure location with privacy and a reliable internet connection. A computer or laptop is usually ideal, though a phone or tablet may also work depending on the provider and platform. Most sessions happen by video, but depending on the provider and service, phone calls, texting, secure messaging, or email may also be part of telehealth or follow-up communication. Many providers also have their own policies about where sessions can take place, so it is best to check ahead of time if privacy or location may be an issue.

Are there scheduling, regional, travel, or weather issues in Rhode Island that can make online therapy especially practical?

Yes. Rhode Island may be compact, but care is still spread across Providence, Newport County, South County, Woonsocket, Warwick, and other communities. Online therapy can help when your best-fit provider is in a different part of the state, when you are trying to fit an appointment into a workday, or when driving, parking, coastal travel, or bad weather would make an in-person session harder to keep. It can also help people stay consistent with care when their schedule only allows a lunchtime, early morning, or end-of-day appointment.

When is online therapy not the right choice?

Online therapy may not be the best fit if you are in immediate crisis, need emergency support, require a higher level of care, or do not have a private space or secure internet connection for sessions. In those situations, in-person services or local crisis resources may be more appropriate. If you are in immediate danger or need urgent help, contact local emergency services or call the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline at 9-8-8 right away.

Rhode Island mental health resources

BH Link

Twenty-four hour behavioral health crisis support and urgent care for Rhode Island adults, including 988 access.

Kids’ Link Rhode Island

Twenty-four hour behavioral health triage and referral help for children, teens, and families.

Rhode Island Department of Health Find Licenses

Verify Rhode Island licenses for social workers, counselors, marriage and family therapists, psychologists, and other professionals.

Find Healthcare Professionals in Rhode Island

Search licensed physicians, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners, including many prescribers.

Licensing Boards and Commissions

Browse official Rhode Island boards for mental health, nursing, psychology, and medical licensing.

Rhode Island Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinics

State-certified clinics offering mental health, substance use, and crisis support regardless of insurance status.

Community Mental Health Centers

Statewide nonprofit community mental health centers with local contact information across Rhode Island.

Peer Recovery and Family Support

State mental health support page with peer resources, family support, and mental health advocate contact information.

NAMI Rhode Island

Free support groups, education, advocacy, and mental health resources for individuals and families.

United Way 211 Rhode Island

Free, confidential help connecting to mental health and other community resources.

HealthSource RI

Rhode Island’s official health insurance marketplace for comparing plans and financial help.

Rhode Island Executive Office of Health and Human Services Health Care

Medicaid coverage information for Rhode Island residents, including eligibility and application help.

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