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Justin Martino-Harms(they/them or he/him)

(they/them or he/him)
Psychologist, PsyD
Rhode Island
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)-College/young adult mental health-Anxiety-Depression-Gender affirming therapy-

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Professional statement

Justin (they/he) is a Clinical Psychologist in Providence, RI who has more than 10 years of experience working with young adults, parents, college and graduate students, medical students and residents, medical professionals, athletes, LGBTQ+, trans and gender diverse folks.

Justin has expertise in helping people work on anxiety, depression, family issues, parenting challenges, college/graduate difficulties, trauma, ADHD, and sleep issues. Justin also specializes in LGBTQ+ topics, topics related to trans and gender diverse experiences, as well as poly and kink topics. They also have experience as an endurance athlete, and work with athletes regarding issues ranging from coping with injury, understanding the relationship between mental health and athletics, and performance.

Justin’s therapeutic approach incorporates aspects of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), interpersonal therapy, and mindfulness. They intentionally build a collaborative relationship with each client, and center each client's goals and values.

Justin received their degree from Indiana University of Pennsylvania in 2013 and has since worked at several university college counseling centers, as well as a young adult hospital clinic and gender and sexuality clinic before starting Concentric Psychological Services with a friend and colleague.

If you'd like to learn more about Justin, please visit the Concentric Psychological services website.

Please note: if you are looking for a letter to support a gender-affirming intervention (such as gender-affirming surgery), please feel free to contact Justin even if their profile indicates they are not accepting new clients. Justin works to keep space in their schedule to write letters of support.


Message to clients

Finding joy and meaning in life can be elusive, and I want to collaborate with you to find what is most purposeful and meaningful in life. Anxiety, pain, sadness, and difficulties in life are unavoidable, and, the way we respond to our pain can be the difference between a vital life, and one controlled by suffering. Oftentimes we experience harm as a result of oppressive systems and policies, and I am especially attuned to the impact these have on how we move through the world.

As a white nonbinary person who is assigned male at birth (AMAB), I bring awareness of my identities into the work of therapy. I continually work to be aware of how power dynamics influence therapy, and also how my experiences as a nonbinary person inform my work.

I deeply value being honest and straightforward, in order to partner with you to identify the ways in which you can gain more control over how you live your life, and how to navigate an often oppressive and difficult world. When we first meet, I will take the time to understand what you hope to get out of therapy, and then give feedback regarding how I think we can meet your goals. If I don't think my style and skills are the right fit, I'll let you know and can help to connect you to someone who might have a different style.


Work and Education

Years of Experience: 11 years

University of Michigan Counseling and Psychological Service, Doctoral Internship
University of Rhode Island Counseling Center, Postdoctoral Fellowship
Rhode Island College, Staff Psychologist
Rhode Island Hospital Young Adult Behavioral Health and Adult Gender and Sexuality Program
Roger Williams University Counseling Center, Staff Psychologist
Concentric Psychological Services

Indiana University of Pennsylvania, PsyD, 2013

Licensure

Rhode Island: PS01525

Languages

English

Specialties

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) - A focus on accepting and embracing life’s challenges, rather than attempting to eliminate difficult feelings. In ACT, clients learn mindfulness skills and strategies to live life in a way that reflects their core values and goals

College/young adult mental health - Specialized strategies for common issues of young adulthood, including school and career stressors, support around healthy relationships, existential concerns, drug or alcohol issues, eating disorders, and anxiety and/or depression

Anxiety - Coping with excessive worry, nervousness, or stress; intense discomfort in social settings (social anxiety); sudden and intense feelings of panic (panic disorder)

Depression - Providing support and promoting healing of hopelessness, low motivation and energy, sadness, irritability, sleep disturbance, and loss of interest and pleasure in life

Gender affirming therapy - Positive support of others that acknowledges and reflects the inherent worth and value of the wide diversity of ways that people experience and express gender




Clientele

  • Adults (24+)
  • Young adults (18-24)

Locations & Hours


Insurance

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Brown University Employee Health Insurance (BCBS RI)
  • Brown University Student Health Insurance (United Healthcare)

Out-of-pocket fees

  • Individual sessions:$150 (50min)
  • Initial session:$200 (50min)

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:

  • Super billing
Payment options
  • Credit Card
  • Debit Card
Session frequency

Frequency of sessions this provider offers to see clients once you are an established client.

  • Weekly
  • Monthly
  • Every other week
  • Multiple times a week

Client testimonials

"Really great therapist. Witty, non-judgmental, and fun to talk to. He also is no nonsense in terms of the value of your time, and he will ensure all goals are either met or in process of being met when working with him."
- Zencare client February 2022