- Warm listening
- Practical tools
- Collaborative goals
About Kimberly
Kimberly Merolla-Brito is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) who helps people facing stress, anxiety, sleep problems, grief, addictions, depression, and related concerns. She works with clients on self-esteem, relationship and family issues, trauma and abuse, parenting strain, and coping with life changes. Kimberly practices from Rhode Island and brings 15 years of clinical experience to her work.
Her style is warm and interactive. She listens without judgment and focuses on practical steps that fit into everyday life. Sessions start where each person is, and goals are set together so the client stays in control of the process.
Kimberly uses a mix of client-centered methods, cognitive-behavioral techniques, existential ideas, mindfulness, and motivational interviewing. That means conversations are direct but compassionate, and include short-term tools as well as deeper reflection on meaning and values. She emphasizes skills people can use between sessions to manage stress, sleep, and mood.
Her background includes 15 years of providing clinical services in a range of settings and a consulting partnership in Rhode Island. Kimberly values respect, sensitivity, and avoiding stigmatizing labels when talking about difficult experiences.
People who work with her can expect focused, time-conscious sessions that balance symptom relief and long-term growth. She aims to be practical, genuine, and steady while helping clients take steps toward change.
How therapeutic approaches translate to online care
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and helping the client guide the work. It creates space to talk through what matters most and to set goals that feel achievable. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at the links between thoughts, behavior, and mood and uses straightforward exercises to reduce anxiety, improve sleep, and change unhelpful patterns.Choosing the right approach is part of the process. The therapist will work with the client to identify which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences. That decision is collaborative and may shift as progress is made.
Practical benefits of online therapy include easier fitting of sessions into a busy week, shorter check-ins when needed, and options that can reduce travel time. Because session formats were not specified in the profile, confirm current session options before booking. Licensed professionals can adapt tools like CBT worksheets, mindfulness exercises, and goal-setting work to an online format so clients can practice between meetings and track progress over time.
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Therapeutic approaches
Experience
15+ years
Credentials
Rhode Island
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does Kimberly help with?
She supports people coping with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, addictions, sleep difficulties, relationship and family issues, trauma, and related concerns such as ADHD and caregiver strain.
What is her general approach in sessions?
Her style is warm and interactive, combining client-centered listening with practical techniques from cognitive-behavioral and mindfulness approaches to address symptoms and daily challenges.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has 15 years of experience providing clinical services across different settings and works in a consulting partnership in Rhode Island.
What credentials and location are listed?
She is a LICSW, specifically a Rhode Island LICSW, and practices in Rhode Island.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Are international clients accepted?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions paid for and what does cost look like?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.