Life Transitions therapists in Portsmouth, Rhode Island RI
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Life Transitions
Dr. Heidi Anderson Sauder
Psychologist, PhD, CGT, CST
Life transitions can place unexpected stress on even the strongest relationships. Changes such as marriage, parenthood, career shifts, relocation, grief, caregiving, retirement, or changes in identity and priorities can impact communication, emotional connection, and daily routines. Gottman Method couples therapy helps partners navigate these transitions together by actively guiding conversations into deeper understanding of each partner's dreams to create a shared dream and direction. Through evidence-based tools and guided conversations, couples learn how to manage stress more effectively, strengthen emotional intimacy, and adapt to change while staying connected as a team.
The most common life transition that I help couples navigate is the "empty nest." Many people find themselves lonely and resentful at this stage of life and come into therapy to find themselves, their partner, and a new dream of a life together.
25 Years Experience
Online in Portsmouth, RI Rhode Island
Life Transitions
Carolyne Mburu-Gerena
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP-BC
Major life changes such as career shifts, relocation, relationship changes, or new responsibilities can create stress and emotional uncertainty. I help individuals navigate these transitions by building coping strategies, clarifying goals, and strengthening emotional resilience. Support during these periods can help individuals adjust more confidently and maintain emotional balance.
6 Years Experience
Online in Portsmouth, RI Rhode Island (Online Only)
Life Transitions
CBT Center
Psychologist, ABPP, A-CBT
New job, new city, new relationship, new loss. Even good changes can throw you off balance. At The CBT Center, we help patients navigate the big shifts in life with more clarity and less anxiety. Whether you're figuring out your next chapter or just trying to get your footing again, we're good at helping people find their way through the messy middle.
20 Years Experience
Online in Portsmouth, RI Rhode Island
Life Transitions
Dr. Sharon Herzog
Psychologist, PsyD
My client base ranges from 18 to 90 years old, so I have experience working with all the transitions of adult life. From school to career to marriage to parenthood to menopause to grief. My therapeutic approach of being supportive yet directive, and having insight into the emotions attached to each life stage is a valuable asset I bring to my clients.
15 Years Experience
Online in Portsmouth, RI Rhode Island
Life Transitions
Pattie Vargas
Counselor/Therapist, CBC®️Certified Provider, Kessler Certified Grief Educator
Life transitions can be a catalyst for new growth or can leave us stuck in paralysis while we grieve all we are leaving behind. The end of a marriage, losing ground in your career, moving from a familiar hometown can all leave us feeling untethered and unable to find our way. Even the most accomplished and confident person can find themselves at a loss when all the recognizable signposts have been moved. During our time together, we can identify both the sorrow in moving forward and the new opportunities that may present themselves in disguise!
5 Years Experience
Online in Portsmouth, RI Rhode Island (Online Only)
Life Transitions therapists in Portsmouth, Rhode Island Statistics
Life Transitions therapists in Portsmouth, Rhode Island average 15 years of experience and charge around $227 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (89%), Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) (44%), and Psychodynamic Therapy (44%).
Average years in practice
15 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$227
Accept insurance
48%
Offer sliding scale
37%
Gender ID
| 68% |
Female |
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| 26% |
Male |
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| 3% |
Non-Binary |
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| 3% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 63% |
In Person and Online |
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| 37% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 89% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 44% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 44% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
| 41% | Behavioral Therapy |
| 33% | Family Systems Therapy |
| 26% | Motivational Interviewing (MI) |
| 26% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
Ages Served
| 96% | Adult |
| 74% | Young Adult |
| 52% | Senior |
| 48% | Teen |
| 15% | Children |
Client Focus
| 67% | Women |
| 44% | Men |
| 41% | LGBTQ+ |
| 37% | Military / Veterans |
| 30% | Hispanic / Latino |