Kimberly Merolla-Brito , LICSW

Kimberly Merolla-Brito is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) and is certified in Clinical Trauma Treatment, practicing in a consulting partnership in Rhode Island. She has spent the past 15 years providing clinical services across a variety of settings, supporting people through depression, anxiety, relationship challenges and trauma resolution.

Her counseling style is warm and interactive, grounded in respect, sensitivity, and compassion. She avoids stigmatizing labels and emphasizes a collaborative, person-centered process. Her clinical approach blends cognitive-behavioral, humanistic, client-centered, and rational-emotive methods to encourage healing and change in ways that feel gentle and respectful to each individual.

Clients describe her as a mindful listener who is easy to talk to and genuine in building a therapeutic relationship. She works from where people are, keeps clients in the driver seat of change, and sets goals together while honoring time and commitment. She also offers flexible scheduling and accommodates multiple modes of communication to fit different needs.

Kimberly supports those taking the first steps toward change with practical guidance and encouragement, aiming to empower clients as they move toward their goals.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Kimberly uses client-centered therapy to create a supportive, nonjudgmental space where the client's perspective guides the work - this approach helps with relationship concerns, self-esteem issues, and the emotional impacts of life changes. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is another key method she uses; CBT focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors and is often effective for anxiety, depression, and coping skills development. Mindfulness therapy is also part of her toolkit, offering practical techniques to increase present-moment awareness and reduce reactivity, which can support stress management and emotional regulation.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Kimberly works with clients to explore which methods fit their needs, goals, and personal preferences, adjusting strategies over time so the work remains relevant and effective.

Online therapy options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, which provide flexibility for scheduling and for engaging in therapy from various settings. These formats make it easier for clients and licensed professionals to maintain continuity of care around busy lives, varied locations, and differing communication styles.