Sandy Muraoka
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Psychologist, PhD Specialties • Insurance & Fees • LocationsDr. Sandy Martinez Muraoka is a Clinical Psychologist at PVD Psychological Associates in Providence, RI. She provides therapy in English and Spanish to college students and adults of all ages. Although she is a generalist, her areas of interest and specialization include cultural identity concerns, minority stress, depression, anxiety, aging, women’s issues, and general stress management.
As a first-generation Cuban-American, political refugee, and first-generation college graduate, Dr. Muraoka enjoys working with members of marginalized and oppressed groups to explore the intersection of ethnicity, gender, and socioeconomic class. Dr. Muraoka is also personally familiar with the unique challenges of assimilation to a new country. She welcomes clients who have either undergone or are currently in the middle of such a cultural transition themselves. As a parent to biracial children she is also sensitive to the challenges faced by mixed race individuals.
Her clients describe her as a warm and supportive person who provides a validating, compassionate space for them to explore their lives. She integrates techniques from CBT, ACT and narrative therapies, depending on need, in her work with clients.
Multicultural issues - Exploring topics of racial, cultural, and ethnic background as it relates to one’s family origins and personal identity
International students mental health - Working with international students on topics such as transitioning from another country; managing symptoms of depression and anxiety; academic pressures, and others
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
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
Women’s issues - Expertise in working with adult women; providing a safe and understanding space to address life challenges and promote physical and mental health
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Years of Experience: 27 years
PVD Psychological Associates, Licensed Psychologist, 2020 - Present
Inner You Counseling, Licensed Psychologist, 2017 - Present
University of Nebraska, PhD, 1996
Rhode Island: PS01537
Florida: TPPY518
English
Spanish