Eileen Casella Rider(She/Her/Hers)
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC
Rhode Island
Anxiety-Depression-LGBTQ topics-Trauma-Substance use-Psychedelic-Assisted (Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy)-
Eileen Casella Rider
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Professional statement
Eileen Casella Rider is a licensed mental health counselor (LMHC) in Providence, Rhode Island specializing in anxiety, depression, trauma, and psychedelic integration services. Eileen is both passionate and experienced in working with individuals who are ready to take action and make serious long-lasting changes in their lives. Eileen offers psychotherapy for individuals and couples using Cognitive Behavioral, Psychodynamic and Internal Family Systems approaches. Eileen is currently trained to offer Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP) and those interested in integration from Non-Ordinary States of Consciousness.
Eileen's clinical experience has been vast and diverse. She has deep experience supporting people during times of psychiatric crises and spiritual emergencies. Having served in many different roles, Eileen is uniquely skilled in helping people improve their mental health based on many years as a clinical director in several treatment settings including residential, inpatient, and intensive outpatient programs.
Though Eileen prefers to meet with clients in person there are specific times and situations where remote sessions may be appropriate. She believes in-person sessions offer the ability to authentically connect and be free of distractions. Eileen's counseling office is centrally located in the Federal Hill area in Providence and her office is quiet, cozy, and confidential.
Work and Education
Years of Experience: 35 years
Empowerment Counseling and Psychotherapy Center, Outpatient Therapist, 2016 - 2017
Penikese Island Program, Recovery Clinician, 2016 - 2017
John Ferris Recovery Center, Clinical Director, 2014 - 2015
Echo Group, Clinical Subject Matter Expert, 2011 - 2014
SERVICENET, Inc, Clinical Case Manager and Program Director, 2003 - 2011
Antioch University New England, MA in Counseling Psychology, 1990
Licensure
Rhode Island: MHC00842 - Massachusetts: LMHC5346Languages
EnglishSpecialties
Anxiety - Generalized anxiety, social anxiety, panic attacks
Depression - Sleep and energy disruption, overall mood disturbance, inability to enjoy yourself, and difficulty being motivated, amongst many other symptoms
LGBTQ topics - Exploring questions related to sexuality and gender identity; coming out or being closeted; relationships; family and cultural challenges
Trauma - Including dealing with past sexual assault, childhood trauma, environmental trauma (e.g. witnessing/experiencing violence), PTSD (post-traumatic stress disorder)
Substance use - Explore and tackle challenges with substances such as alcohol and opiates. Reduce the destructive impact substances have on you and your relationships in conjunction with the 12 step model or SMART Recovery.
Psychedelic-Assisted (Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy) - Explore the cutting edge benefits of psychedelic psychotherapy. I work collaboratively with a nurse prescriber to offer Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy groups. KAP can often lead to more sustainable changes than other conventional treatment approaches. Clients sometimes find that they view themselves, others, and the world in a more compassionate and loving way. These new insights are frequently helpful in preserving positive changes.
General expertise
Treatment approaches
Clientele
- Adults (24+)
- Parents
- Young adults (18-24)
Locations & Hours
Insurance
- Aetna
- Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Rhode Island BCBS RI
- Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Tufts Health Plan
Out-of-pocket fees
- Individual sessions:$180 (60min)
- Initial session:$225 (75min)
- Couples sessions:$225 (90min)
Additional session information
Out-of-network billing options
This provider can support you in getting reimbursement from your insurance company if you are seeking out-of-network reimbursement. Here are the out-of-network billing options they provide:
Payment options
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
- Debit Card
- Venmo
Session frequency
Frequency of sessions this provider offers to see clients once you are an established client.
- Weekly
Professional endorsements
"Eileen holds many strengths as a therapist. She is extremely caring, compassionate, and knowledgeable. She is eager to learn new therapeutic techniques and is always evolving as a therapist. Her expertise in issues involving relationships and the LGBTQ community make her a very valuable resource. Eileen is incredibly dedicated to her clients and improving their quality of life. A true asset to our community."
- Jessica Walther, Director of Marketing and Community Relations, Walden Behavioral Care • June 2018Client testimonials
"After struggling for years with my gender identity and coming to terms with being a transgender woman, it was important for me to find a compassionate and accepting therapist to help me sort through my complicated feelings. Eileen checked these boxes and many more. She listens without judgment, provides great perspective, and encourages me to be true to myself. I couldn’t ask for a better therapist to help me along my journey than Eileen."
- 20-something professional • February 2018