Sonia Gomes, Therapist in Providence, Rhode Island — Zencare
Sonia Gomes
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Sonia Gomes

Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker, LICSW
Rhode Island Accepting Online
Providence Not Accepting In-person
Updated December 24, 2022

Specialties & Expertise

  • Cultural adjustment
  • Anxiety
  • Depression
  • Attachment issues
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Professional statement

Sonia Gomes is a licensed clinical social worker based in Providence, RI. Sonia works with individual adults, across the lifespan with a focus on professional adults. Many of her clients have found great success in their careers and/or academically, but struggle to feel connected in their relationships or at peace in their daily lives. Sonia is particularly sensitive to people facing moments of transition, like a move, breakup, or loss. During these existential challenges a delicate balance begins to tremble, and symptoms of anxiety, depression or self doubt can emerge.

She offers sessions in English, Spanish, and Portuguese.

Sonia's approach in rooted in mindfulness and other evidence based practices that help explain how behaviors, thoughts, and emotions are interconnected.

Sonia is certified in CSRT (Core Self Reclamation Therapy), AEDP, level 1, trained in EMDR, Certified in Core Energetics a Somatic therapy, trained in Mindfulness, Mindfulness Self Compassion, and subsequent trainings in IFS (Internal Family Systems), and Ego State therapy.

Prior to private practice, Sonia worked in hospital and community settings, including Rhode Island College where she currently teaches in the Master's Level program.

Message to clients

Welcome. Do you find yourself struggling, feeling stuck? Maybe you experience feelings of overwhelm, or have thoughts of not being good enough. Do you feel misunderstood, or have difficulty communicating your needs. Maybe you feel as if you have lost your way, comparing yourselves to others; at times feeling disconnected from others. Here, you will have the opportunity to connect, experience being seen, in a safe, welcoming, inclusive, environment. We will explore your internal world and understand your relationships with others and with yourself. Together we will explore these experiences and create change. The journey is one from self blame to self compassion.

Change is created with the use of multiple modalities, and a holistic approach. As a regular practitioner of meditation, and self compassion I integrate mindfulness and inner strength training. With the use of multiple mind body practices I hone in on the nervous system, and your natural ability to self regulate. Together transformation happens.

There is a mountain of evidence showing that negative beliefs, which are limiting, can be transformed. You are not alone. Know that together we will build connection, renew a purpose, experience feeling whole, creative, nurtured and grounded. Transforming these beliefs allow for a more full, spontaneous, creative and satisfying life.

Specialties

Cultural adjustment - Acclimating to a new environment; managing stress and coping with feelings of loss and separation from familiar people and places

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

Attachment issues - Development of effective relational and communication skills; insight into family attachment patterns;fostering healthy family relationships.

General expertise

Treatment approaches

Clientele

  • Adults (24+)

Insurance

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield

Out-of-pocket fees

  • Individual sessions: $175 (55min)

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
  • Direct billing
Payment options
  • Credit Card
  • Venmo
Session frequency

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

  • Weekly
  • Every other week
  • As needed
Therapist's note

Sonia can provide invoices for patients to submit to their insurance companies for out-of-network reimbursement.

Location(s)

Providence practice
222 Broadway, Providence, Rhode Island 02903
Not accepting new clients in-person
Currently Available Times
  • Morning (Before 10am)
  • Daytime (10am - 1pm)
  • Afternoon (1pm - 5pm)
  • Evening (After 5pm)
  • Weekends
Regular Hours
  • Mon Closed
  • Tue 10-5pm
  • Wed 10-5pm
  • Thu 10-5pm
  • Fri Closed
  • Sat Closed
  • Sun Closed
Online Sessions (Rhode Island)
Accepting new clients online
Currently Available Times
  • Morning (Before 10am)
  • Daytime (10am - 1pm)
  • Afternoon (1pm - 5pm)
  • Evening (After 5pm)
  • Weekends
Regular Hours
  • Mon Closed
  • Tue 10am-5 pm
  • Wed 10 am-5 pm
  • Thu 10 am-5 pm
  • Fri Closed
  • Sat Closed
  • Sun Closed

Work and Education

Blackstone Valley Community Health, Supervisor, 2014 - Present
Rhode Island College, Adjunct Professor, 2014 - Present
The Providence Center, Emergency Therapist, 2012 - 2017
Miriam Hospital, Case Management, 2006 - 2013

Eye Movement Desensitization Training, 2018
Core Energetics Training, 2015
Rhode Island College, Masters, Social Work, 2012
Rhode Island College, Bachelors, Social Work, 2010

Languages

English

Portuguese

Spanish

Professional endorsements

"I would most heartily recommend Sonia for working in Zencare. Sonia is an exceptional therapist with many years of working with a wide variety of populations- including age, gender, health status, sexual orientation, and non-English speaking individuals. Sonia is dedicated to her own internal work, so as not to interfere with her client’s development, which is a gift to her clients. Sonia is also interested in a variety of modalities, holistic in nature, which helps her bring a bigger toolbox to her clients. Sonia is, simply, a very good therapist, dedicated to her craft, willing to grow in service to her clients and her own awareness."

- Joanna Meriwether, MSW • June 2017

"I have found Sonia to be fearless and completely authentic in her own work. I believe a therapist can only take a client as far as she/he is willing to go. Sonia does not shy away from the “tough stuff” and is a compassionate advocate."

- Kathleen Welcome, fellow student • June 2017

"Sonia provides therapy that is clinically sound, highly ethical, and culturally competent."

- Laurice Girouard, LICSW • February 2017

Client testimonials

"Sonia emailed me back in a timely manner and we have set up a call for later this week!"
- Zencare client • October 2021
"Sonia called me and was honest about whether she thought she could help."
- Zencare client • December 2019