Contessa Brown(She/Her/Hers)
Mental Health Counselor - Limited Permit, MHC-LP
Rhode Island
Life transitions- Relationship issues-
Contessa Brown
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Professional statement
Contessa Brown has been serving as a clinician in the Rhode Island and Massachusetts community for three years. Her goal is to empower and strengthen her clients as they navigate life’s transitions. Preparing them for the chapters that are ahead in addition to finding closure from the previous chapters of life. Her goal has always remained to help break the stigmatism of mental health & wellness; especially within the BIPOC community. Delivering therapeutic interventions in a way that is culturally competent & compassionate.
Her current evidence based therapeutic approach includes but is not limited to Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), Strengths Based Therapy (SBT), Mindfulness, Expressive Arts, through a lens of cultural competence & compassion.
Contessa Brown holds a Bachelor of Arts & Sciences in Psychology and Master of Science in Leadership from Roger Williams University. Additionally, she holds a Master of Arts in Holistic Clinical Mental Health Counseling and is a candidate for Continued Advance Graduate Studies in Expressive Arts from Salve Regina University.
NOTE: A limited license allows an individual to engage in the practice of counseling under the supervision of a licensed professional counselor.
Work and Education
Years of Experience: 3 years
United Paths LLC, Clinician , 2022 - Present
Dyad Psychology LLC, Clinican, 2023 - Present
Salve Regina University , Master of Arts in Holistic Clinical Counseling , 2023
Roger Williams University , Masters of Science in Leadership , 2013
Roger Williams University , Bachelor of Arts & Sciences in Psychology , 2006
Licensure
Rhode Island: MHC00148-ASupervisor: Sarit Lesser( PS01609)
Languages
EnglishSpecialties
Life transitions - Coping with difficult or impactful life changes, such as moving to a new area, relationship transitions, child rearing, or career changes; learning self-care to better manage resulting stress
Relationship issues - Understanding one’s wants and needs in relationships; exploring patterns of interaction, addressing concerns, and strengthening satisfaction in relationships and dating
General expertise
Treatment approaches
Clientele
- Adults (24+)
- Young adults (18-24)
Locations & Hours
Insurance
- Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Brown University Student Health Insurance (United Healthcare)
- RISD Student Health Insurance (United Healthcare)
Out-of-pocket fees
Get reimbursed for sessions with Contessa Brown
Many health insurance plans reimburse 50-80% of session fees with out-of-network therapists. Learn if your health insurance plan qualifies.
- Individual sessions:$150 (50min)
Therapy Groups
HER Circle: Heal, Evolve, Reclaim
This empowering therapy group is designed for women seeking a safe space to connect, share, and discover genuine commUNITY.
Client testimonials
"She was very informational and she made me feel comfortable with talking for the 15 minutes we had, I certainly look forward to having Contessa as my therapist!"
- Zencare client • May 2024"She was very pleasant to talk too and get a consult from"
- Zencare client • June 2024"She's a very understand indivual and I'd highly recommend"
- Zencare client • June 2024"Contessa was very warm. Contessa shared about themself and their practice before I introduced myself and what brings me to therapy. I felt heard and appreciated the philosophy Contessa shared about their practice."
- Zencare client • July 2024Book a Free Initial Consultation
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