Parenting therapists in Smithfield, RI
Browse Parenting therapists in Smithfield, Rhode Island. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
Dorothy Brown
Psychologist, Ph.D.
I have worked with parents over 30 years to guide them with their children. I am well versed in managing behavioral issues and developmental concerns. I also am well versed in school related problems.
36 Years Experience
In-Person Near Smithfield, RI
Online in Smithfield, RI
Arroyo Psychological Services
Psychologist
We help parents strengthen their connection with their children while managing behavioral and emotional challenges. Therapy provides guidance, structure, and tools for more effective and confident parenting.
9 Years Experience
Online in Smithfield, RI
Clear Path Counseling and Wellness Center
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA. LPC
Brad provides trauma-informed counseling for parenting challenges, family stress, and difficulties navigating the emotional and relational demands of raising children in today’s fast-paced and high-pressure world. Many parents feel overwhelmed, exhausted, or unsure how to manage behavior challenges, communication breakdowns, discipline concerns, or emotional disconnection within the family system.
Brad takes a holistic and supportive approach to parenting and family counseling, helping parents understand the underlying stressors, emotional triggers, and relational patterns that may be impacting the home environment. Therapy focuses on creating practical, realistic strategies to improve communication, strengthen connection, reduce conflict, and build a more stable and supportive family dynamic.
As an experienced trauma therapist and EMDR therapist, Brad integrates EMDR therapy (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), trauma-informed counseling, emotional regulation skills, and holistic therapeutic approaches to support both individual healing and healthier family functioning. When appropriate, therapy may also explore how past trauma, stress, or unresolved emotional experiences can influence parenting responses, emotional reactivity, and family relationships.
Parenting challenges often occur in the context of broader life stress, emotional overwhelm, and competing responsibilities. Brad’s approach helps clients develop greater emotional awareness, patience, and regulation while also building effective boundaries, coping strategies, and communication tools that support healthier interactions within the family system.
Therapy is collaborative, practical, and tailored to each family’s unique needs and goals. The focus is on reducing stress, improving relationships, and creating a more peaceful, connected, and emotionally supportive home environment.
The goal of therapy is to help parents feel more confident, grounded, and supported while strengthening family relationships and fostering long-term emotional health, stability, and connection.
28 Years Experience
Online in Smithfield, RI (Online Only)
Linda Michlin Ludwig
Psychologist, Ph.D.
I am a parent and a grandparent. I am blessed to be in a loving marriage for fifty-three years. I think parenting is both one of the most gratifying of jobs, but also one of the most difficult. No one is a "perfect" parent. As we age many of us will have regrets about some of the ways we parented.
If you are a parent you will have your own unique concerns you will want to talk about. Let's explore what they are.
50 Years Experience
Online in Smithfield, RI (Online Only)
Sara Fraser
Psychologist, PhD
Modern parenting is fraught and complicated in ways that are unprecedented. Expectations have never been higher while conflicting opinions have never been more overwhelming and easily available. Parents need support to clear out the noise and get in touch with their intuitive knowledge of their own children as well as take care of themselves to show up for their kiddos. My work with parents is practical and informative while also affirming of their own values and priorities for family life.
26 Years Experience
Online in Smithfield, RI (Online Only)
Parenting therapists in Smithfield, RI Statistics
Parenting therapists in Smithfield, RI average 19 years of experience and charge around $218 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (82%), Psychodynamic Therapy (44%), and Family Systems Therapy (43%).
Average years in practice
19 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$218
Accept insurance
37%
Offer sliding scale
34%
Gender ID
| 77% |
Female |
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| 22% |
Male |
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| 1% |
Non-Binary |
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Session Type
| 67% |
In Person and Online |
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| 33% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 82% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 44% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
| 43% | Family Systems Therapy |
| 38% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 37% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
| 33% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 33% | Behavioral Therapy |
Ages Served
| 98% | Adult |
| 81% | Young Adult |
| 59% | Teen |
| 56% | Senior |
| 33% | Children |
Client Focus
| 56% | Women |
| 34% | Men |
| 33% | LGBTQ+ |
| 26% | Military / Veterans |
| 24% | Hispanic / Latino |