Michael O'Mara, Therapist in Providence, Rhode Island — Zencare
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Michael O'Mara

He/Him/His

Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC
Rhode Island Waitlist Online
Providence Waitlist In-person
Updated August 16, 2022

Specialties & Expertise

  • Life stressors
  • Obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD)
  • Trauma
  • Phobias & fears
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Professional statement

Michael is a counselor in Providence, RI specializing in the treatment of anxiety, obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), trauma, and life stressors.

Michael uses a combination of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Motivational Interviewing, and Mindfulness practices. CBT and ERP are particularly effective for anxiety disorders, including obsessive compulsive disorder. EMDR is effective for treating trauma as well as other issues such as phobias. Motivational Interviewing helps people make healthy decisions in their lives in a way that helps them find the answers that they already have within themselves.

Michael received his MA and CAGS in Counseling from Rhode Island College. He believes in the importance of finding a good therapist that fits the client's needs and works with the client to ensure the therapy approach is working for them.

Message to clients

My approach is to tailor therapy to the individual, rather than imposing a particular way on them. A lot of people have misconceptions about what therapy is or isn't, and I always encourage clients to ask if they have any questions regarding what therapy will entail or concerns about past experiences with therapy. Unlike with other professionals like lawyers and plumbers, with therapy, your relationship with your therapist is the most important part of the work, and I encourage clients to be open about what is or is not working, and what we can do differently to help you grow.

Specialties

Life stressors - e.g. academic stressors; work stress; mental health issues that are interfering with academics

Obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD) - Using exposure and response prevention to help clients confront OCD, e.g. frequent intrusive, unwanted thoughts and/or repetitive, unwanted behavior

Trauma - Including dealing with past sexual assault, childhood trauma, environmental trauma (e.g. witnessing/experiencing violence)

Phobias & fears - Providing techniques and support to overcome intense fear, anxiety, and panic related to specific triggers, such as heights or crowded spaces

General expertise

Treatment approaches

Clientele

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

Insurance

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Brown University Student Health Insurance (United Healthcare)
  • Harvard Pilgrim
  • Johnson and Wales University Student Health Insurance (United Healthcare)
  • RISD Student Health Insurance (United Healthcare)
  • UMR
  • United Healthcare
  • United Healthcare Student Health Plan
  • University of Rhode Island (URI) Student Insurance (United Healthcare)

Out-of-pocket fees

  • Individual sessions: $165 (50min)
  • Initial session: $220 (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
  • Courtesy billing
Payment options
  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card
  • Debit Card
  • PayPal
  • Venmo
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
  • As needed

Location(s)

Providence practice
355 Hope Street, Suite 4, Providence, Rhode Island 02906
Accepting new clients with a 2 - 3 week wait in-person
Currently Available Times
  • Morning (Before 10am)
  • Daytime (10am - 1pm)
  • Afternoon (1pm - 5pm)
  • Evening (After 5pm)
  • Weekends
Regular Hours
  • Mon 10:00am-6:00pm
  • Tue 10:00am-6:00pm
  • Wed Closed
  • Thu Closed
  • Fri Closed
  • Sat Closed
  • Sun Closed
Online Sessions (Rhode Island)
Accepting new clients with a 2 - 3 week wait online
Currently Available Times
  • Morning (Before 10am)
  • Daytime (10am - 1pm)
  • Afternoon (1pm - 5pm)
  • Evening (After 5pm)
  • Weekends
Regular Hours
  • Mon 10:00am-6:00pm
  • Tue 10:00am-6:00pm
  • Wed 10:00am-6:00pm
  • Thu 10:00am-6:00pm
  • Fri 10:00am-1:00pm
  • Sat Closed
  • Sun Closed

Work and Education

Private Practice, Mental Health Counselor, 2014 - Present
Brown Human Rights Asylum Clinic, Evaluator, 2019 - Present
Rhode Island College Department of Counseling, Adjunct Faculty, 2014 - 2021
The Providence Center, Clinical Therapist, 2014 - 2015
Gateway Healthcare, Emergency Services Clinician, 2011 - 2015
OCD Research Study, Consultant/Therapist/Coach, 2011 - 2015
Gateway Healthcare, Clinical Specialist, 2012 - 2014

Rhode Island College, CAGS, 2014
Rhode Island College, MA, 2011

Licensure

Rhode Island: MHC00626

Massachusetts: 11884

Languages

English

Professional endorsements

"Michael is knowledgeable, kind, and great at building relationships that heal."

- Michele Laferte, LMHC • June 2016

Client testimonials

"The consultation went well. I got a good vibe from Michael and made an appointment to talk with him further."
- Zencare client • January 2021
"Michael reached out very quickly and was personable and sincere."
- Zencare client • December 2019