Staff

My name is Tina . I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of Rhode Island. I earned a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from The Rhode Island College.  I have received my Master of Social Work degree from Rhode Island College. 

My passion is working with children, teens, and families to help them understand and manage their emotions and behaviors in a supportive therapeutic environment. I assist parents and children with working through barriers that effect their everyday life through a warm and collaborative, strength-based approach. 

I utilize creative interventions to support children/adolescents to enhance their skills including but not limited to SPT play therapy techniques,  art therapy techniques, mindfulness, cognitive behavioral therapy, and collaborative/proactive problem-solving. 

I am a certified Synergectic Play therapist. 

My name is Jennifer Salerno and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the State of Rhode Island. I completed my Bachelor of Art degree in Psychology from the University of Rhode Island before pursuing my Master of Social Work degree from Rhode Island College. While at the University of Rhode Island I also completed minors in Nutrition, Grief Work, and Alcohol and Other Drug Counseling. 

In treatment I pride myself on taking a holistic client-centered approach. I work with individuals across the lifecycle and utilize various interventions to fit each person's unique needs. I incorporate elements of cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, mindfulness, and solution-focused therapies into my sessions. Using a strength-based mindset I feel confident that I can help others work through challenges with anxiety, depression, life transitions, interpersonal relationships, and other social-emotional struggles. I look forward to helping you in your journey! 

My name is Jamie. I have worked in many areas of social work and treatment, including, but not limited to, acute and residential inpatient units; group therapy; children and families; pregnancy and postpartum care; addiction recovery; gang affiliated individuals; HIV/AIDS; human trafficking; commercial sex work.  My passion for social work has carried me to Nairobi, Kenya, where I continued to serve marginalized communities.

         As a therapist, I bring exceptional dedication and deep respect for cultural sensitivity and the individuality of each client. You will find that I provides a safe, non-judgmental space for self-exploration, allowing clients the opportunity to empower themselves to create the change(s) they want in their lives.

My approach to treatment is unifying, humanistic, client-centered, and strengths-based, with the realization that every person has the capacity to make positive changes in their lives. My areas of service include children and families; adolescents; parenting; divorce; pregnancy/postpartum; addiction; depression and anxiety; ADHD, and immigrant and refugee adjustment.

I look forward to our work together!

Hi! My name is Lauren Pettit and I recently graduated from the University of Rhode Island with a Masters in Marriage and Family Therapy. During my clinical training, I worked with a wide variety of family structures and presenting problems including adolescent/parent conflict, school bullying, and working with neurodivergent children. Prior to my clinical program I worked as a case manager for families experiencing crisis and major life transitions. 

I believe everyone has the power to make changes in their life and my approach to therapy is holistic, client-centered, and strength based. Together we will collaborate and find the best fit for you and your journey.  My areas of service include children and family systems, parenting, neurodivergence, trauma and grief.  I am committed to making a safe space so that every person can be their most authentic self. I look forward to working with you!

My name is Victoria and I am a dedicated clinician with a passion for empowering individuals to navigate life's challenges. I earned my Bachelor's degree from Salve Regina University and my Master's degree from Simmons University, both in the field of social work. Committed to empowering individuals and families, I believe in creating a supportive environment where clients feel heard and valued as they navigate challenges and work towards positive change. I utilize strengths-based practices, cognitive behavioral therapy, and motivational interviewing, to support clients on their journey towards healing and growth. My areas of expertise consist of working within the systems of, child welfare, child advocacy, and substance abuse. I welcome all walks of life into my practice and will accommodate all their individualized needs. 

Hi! My name is Ira Jewell. I recently graduated with my Master’s in Social Work from Rhode Island College. I received my Bachelor’s in Social Work from Rhode Island College in 2021. I have been working for the public school system for over 5 years, particularly working with children that have a variety of special needs.

My treatment approach is client-centered, and strengths-based. I believe every person has the capacity to make the changes in their lives that they need/ want. As a therapist, you will find that I provide a brave/safe space for self-reflection and exploration.

My areas of service include children and families; adolescents; parenting; divorce; pregnancy/postpartum; addiction; depression and anxiety; and ADHD.

HI! My name is Nick Calci and I recently graduated from the University of Rhode Island with a Masters in Marriage and Family Therapy. I also obtained my Bachelors of Arts in Psychology and a Bachelors of Science in Human Development and Family Sciences. Before my masters I worked in preschool, elementary, middle and highschool settings with children on developmental, educational, and emotional challenges that they face. My treatment approach is client-centered, systemic, non-judgmental, inclusive and strength based. I value having a safe space for all. I use cultural humility and practice with holistic, family centered and individual approaches. As a therapist I believe that we all have the power to change, together we can create a unique treatment approach tailored to the challenges of life that are knocking at your door. My areas of service include children and family systems, neurodivergence, life transitions, parenting, anxiety, depression, sexual identity, sibling rivalry, interpersonal relationships, trauma and grief. I am looking forward to starting our journey together!