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Meghan Shea(She/Her/Hers)

(She/Her/Hers)
Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker, LICSW
Rhode IslandNew York
Anxiety -College & graduate student mental health- Depression- Life transitions- Relationship issues- Trauma-

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Professional statement

Meghan Shea is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in NY and RI, with 14 years of experience with young adults, and adults struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, life changes, and stress. She is a seasoned therapist, dedicated to helping her clients toward their goals. Her clients see her as someone who is caring, calm, empathic, and someone who truly cares and goes the extra mile. She works hard to create a safe, trusting space where you can share freely.

She is trained in many different types of therapies. She is dedicated to providing the most competent, up-to-date treatment possible, and takes her role as your therapist seriously. She is trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), creative arts therapies, Solution Focused Brief Therapy, and more traditional talk-therapies. She also integrates Mindful Self-Compassion, mindfulness, breathing and relaxation skills. We will work together to find the right modality for you, and we will do what works for you. She is a down-to-earth therapist with a toolbox full of skills and techniques to help you feel hope, approach life struggles skillfully, and remove obstacles in your way toward living the life you want.

Her clients tend to be 18-30, struggling to navigate life’s transitions, feeling overwhelmed, and are experiencing a variety of depression and anxiety disorders, processing how past trauma may be impacting their current relationships, and learning how to set boundaries with loved ones. She helps clients to move past indecision, feelings of unworthiness, fear of imperfection, fear of making mistakes, imposter syndrome, and move toward an authentic, abundant life full of joy, self-acceptance, confidence and fulfillment.


Message to clients

It can be so painful to feel a gap between where you are, and where you hoped you’d be by now, and we’re bombarded by images and comments of where society thinks we should be. I am here to help you feel understood, accepted and seen, experience empathy and compassion in a warm judgment-free atmosphere, and build a toolkit of coping skills you can use to handle life’s trials and tribulations. In this uncertain world, we need connection with others more than ever. We can’t do this life alone, and I am here to support you, and walk alongside you with your worries, sadness, and self-doubt, as you find your way toward hope and healing.

I look forward to hearing from you and helping you with whatever you are going through. I will do my absolute best to assist you toward achieving your goals. You don’t have to go through this alone. Please know there is hope and healing in your future. You deserve care and help.


Work and Education

Years of Experience: 15 years

Salve Regina University, Clinical Counselor, 2020 - 2024
SUNY New Paltz, Senior Counselor, 2017 - 2019
Mt. Sinai St. Luke's Hospital-Child and Adolescent Outpatient Psychiatry , Bilingual Clinical Social Worker, 2013 - 2017

New York University, MSW, 2010
Fairfield University, B.A. Psychology and Spanish, 2008

Licensure

Rhode Island: ISW03046 - New York: 081393

Languages

English, Spanish

Specialties

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

College & graduate student 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.

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

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

Trauma - Coping and healing after threatening or scary events, such as witnessing accidents or experiencing sexual, verbal, emotional, or physical abuse




Clientele

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

Locations & Hours


Insurance

  • Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Rhode Island BCBS RI
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield

Out-of-pocket fees

  • Individual sessions:$120 (60min)

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
  • Cash
  • Credit Card
  • IvyPay
Session frequency

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

  • Weekly
  • Monthly
  • Every other week
  • Every other month
  • Multiple times a week
  • As needed
Therapist's note

I can help walk you through the process of submitting out of network benefits with your insurance company and provide necessary paperwork.


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