Therapist profile
Kimberly Merolla-Brito, LICSW
LICSW - Stress and Family related concerns
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- CBT techniques
- Mindfulness practices
- Motivational interviewing
About Kimberly
Kimberly Merolla-Brito is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) practicing in Rhode Island with 15 years of experience. She works with adults facing stress, anxiety, depression, relationship strain, grief, addictions, parenting concerns, trauma and related issues. Kimberly helps people who are managing life changes, caregiving stress, or problems with sleep and eating patterns.
Her sessions are conversational and direct. She uses straightforward talk to identify what matters most and practical steps to try between meetings. Sessions focus on clear goals, and she checks in about progress as therapy continues.
Kimberly draws on client-centered work and cognitive behavioral approaches to notice patterns of thought and behavior. She also uses mindfulness techniques and motivational interviewing to support change when motivation feels low. Existential ideas are part of her thinking too, helping people weigh values and decisions that feel meaningful.
Many people come for help with family and parenting stress, blended family issues, adoption and foster care concerns, or communication and commitment problems. She also supports those dealing with abandonment, attachment challenges, domestic violence histories, and co-occurring conditions like bipolar disorder or addiction.
Her practice emphasizes practical skills and steady progress. Kimberly invites adults who are ready to make changes to complete a short questionnaire and schedule a first session. The work centers on the client’s goals and on methods that fit daily life.
How sessions work
How Kimberly’s approaches translate to online work
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and respecting the client’s perspective. It helps people clarify what they want and make choices that fit their values. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at thoughts and behaviors that keep problems going and teaches concrete skills to change them, useful for anxiety, depression, and sleep or eating concerns. Mindfulness Therapy builds simple practices to notice stress and manage emotion in the moment.Finding the right mix of methods is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with the client to decide which approaches fit their goals, needs, and day-to-day life. That choice can shift as progress is made or new challenges appear.
Confirm the specific session options before booking because formats are not listed in the biography. Online work can make it easier to fit appointments around parenting, work, or caregiving duties. It can also allow for quicker check-ins, shorter visits when schedules are tight, and fewer travel barriers so time is used for focused therapeutic work.
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Experience
15+ years
Listed in
Rhode Island
Languages
English
Questions
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What kinds of problems does she help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, addictions, parenting concerns, relationship and family-related issues, trauma, sleep and eating problems, and related challenges.
How would you describe her therapy style?
Her style is conversational and goal-oriented. She uses direct talk, practical steps, and regular check-ins on progress.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has 15 years of clinical experience working in a range of settings in Rhode Island.
What credential does she hold and where is she based?
She is a LICSW (Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker) licensed in Rhode Island and practices from that state.
Does she offer sessions in other languages or to international clients?
Sessions are offered in English. She does not accept international clients at this time.
What session formats are available?
Confirm current session options before booking, as the biography does not list specific formats.
How are fees and payments handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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