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I believe in the power of stories—the ones we are told and, most importantly, the ones we tell ourselves. Sometimes, we need a cha...
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I believe in the power of stories—the ones we are told and, most importantly, the ones we tell ourselves. Sometimes, we need a change in perspective to understand ourselves better.
Rasheed Akinfolarin is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) with over 8 years of experience providing counseling to children, adolescents, and adults. Rasheed began his career in residential care, where he saw first-hand the impact mental health issues have on individuals and their families and the importance of having open and honest conversations regarding mental health and its impact on our lives. He has experience working with people who struggle with depression, anxiety, relationship issues, and life transitions, among other issues.
Rasheed graduated from Johnson & Wales University with a Master's in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. He has also received post-graduate training in trauma-informed care and multidimensional family therapy while working in residential and outpatient settings. Rasheed works to provide a strength-based and person-centered approach to support you in reaching your goals.
Rasheed's goal is to provide a welcoming and supportive environment where you can become better acquainted with your strengths and find alternative ways to face life's challenges. Rasheed would like to congratulate you on taking the first step in changing your story and defining the person you want to become. If you'd like to work together with Rasheed, reach out to schedule your first session today. "The curious paradox is that when I accept myself just as I am, then I can change." – Carl Rogers.
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With over 20 years in human services and 4 years in clinical practice, I bring a deep understanding of the challenges individuals ...
With over 20 years in human services and 4 years in clinical practice, I bring a deep understanding of the challenges individuals face at different stages of life.
Melissa Clement is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker with 4 years of experience specializing in supporting adults 18 and over, including veterans, who are navigating anxiety, depression, ADHD, and mood disorders. Melissa creates a safe, nonjudgmental space where clients feel heard, respected, and empowered to make meaningful changes. Her compassionate, client-centered approach emphasizes empathy, authenticity, and collaboration as she walks alongside individuals on their healing journey.
Melissa earned a Master’s in Social Work from Springfield College. Her approach integrates solution-focused therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, and a strength-based lens to foster resilience. Melissa meets clients where they are, celebrates progress, and creates a supportive space for personal growth and lasting change.
Melissa understands how overwhelming life can feel and how difficult it is to take that first step toward healing. She meets every client with compassion and care, offering support through anxiety, grief, relationship challenges, or feeling stuck. Her goal is to provide a safe, affirming space where your experiences are valued and your voice matters.
You deserve dedicated time with a mental health professional — it can be life-changing.
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Thriveworks Couples therapy helps couples work through their specific relationship issues. It is led by licensed professionals — often licensed marriage and family therapists (LMFTs) — who are experts in their field and best-equipped to help couples. Some examples of common focuses within couples therapy include:
Couples therapy works by helping couples identify and better navigate their unique challenges. Following an initial assessment of the couple in terms of strengths and needs, the therapist would then discuss their therapeutic goals and any possible approaches or ways of working together as therapist and couple.Couples attend sessions together, whether they meet in person or by video. In addition to regular couples therapy sessions, each partner may also be asked to attend a few individual sessions to supplement their progress. This will allow their counselor to get to know each individual better, assess each of their personal needs, and develop the very best treatment plan moving forward.
Couples therapy at Thriveworks is conducted both in person and via Online therapy. We encourage you to choose the option that works best for you and your partner.
On average, couples attend couples therapy for 12 weeks. However, couples therapy may last longer or shorter, dependent on the couples’ needs, the challenges they’d like to work through, and the pace of their progress.
Relationships are full of ups and downs. One month you and your partner may be at a high: you don’t argue, household chores are split evenly, there’s no stress about bills. But the next month you could be having lows: your partner gets laid off from their job, there may be a death in the family, things start slipping, and you can’t seem to communicate properly. Working through the problems that you face is not always a walk in the park. When times get tough, a couples therapist can help you and your partner get back to a place of happiness and love.
You can’t just give up on someone because the situation is not ideal. Great relationships are not great because they have no problems. They are great because both people care enough about the other person to find a way to make it work.” –Unknown
You can’t just give up on someone because the situation is not ideal. Great relationships are not great because they have no problems. They are great because both people care enough about the other person to find a way to make it work.”
–Unknown
Between everything you have going on in your life and the challenges you are facing with your partner, we understand how hard it can be to make time to see a counselor. Here at Thriveworks Rhode Island Counseling, we pride ourselves on our ability to provide our clients with the skilled, dedicated care they need. Virtually. Thriveworks Rhode Island has a team of couples counselors who have the education and expertise to guide couples through a myriad of issues they have. If you feel like you and your partner could benefit from working with a professional, contact us today.
It is not uncommon for couples to experience trials and tribulations in their relationship. Whether you have been together for six months or 15 years, everyone can benefit from speaking with a couples therapist. If you are wondering if we can help you and your partner hurdle the obstacle in your relationship, chances are we can. Here is a more comprehensive list of the common issues we see partners come in for:
You and your partner don’t have to be at each other’s throats in order to benefit from speaking with a licensed counselor. Maybe you just need a little extra guidance on how to have healthy and effective conversations. On the other hand, you may be both so burnt out, you are considering ending your relationship. No matter the severity of your concern, we can help you work through it and come up with compromises that work best for both partners.
At Thriveworks Rhode Island Counseling, we dedicate ourselves to providing a safe and positive environment for you and your partner to effectively address your issues. Our professionals are licensed marriage and family therapists (LMFT) and have a wide range of methods and skills to help you. During your beginning sessions, your therapist will listen to both of your concerns and give you the platform to speak without interruption. Once they have a better understanding of the concerns at hand, they can give you the tools to:
After attending couples therapy, many of our clients feel more confident in the ability to address potential future conflicts in a healthy and calm manner. If we can facilitate healthier conversation for you and your partner, get in touch with us today.
Online counseling is a great option for any couple. Some of the benefits of online counseling include ease, comfortability, effectiveness, and affordability. You and your partner can choose which type of teletherapy would work best for you both. Your options are:
Whatever option you choose, just know that you will be receiving dedicated care from your therapist. When you are ready, you can book with us through our online booking portal or by giving us a call. A scheduling specialist can help connect you with a great couples therapist.
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