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Susanna Angelillo

Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC

Rhode Island Not Accepting Online

Providence Not Accepting In-person

Please note that I will be out of the office:

July 4-10, 2022

July 25 to August 9, 2022

This therapist is currently not accepting new clients. Find available Rhode Island therapists on Zencare.

Updated June 22, 2022

Specialties & Expertise

ADHD
Anxiety
Cultural or international adjustment
Existential challenges

Family issues and parenting
Life transitions
Loss and grief
Bipolar disorder

Professional statement

Susanna received her MA in Clinical Psychology from Lo Spazio Psicoanalitico in Rome, Italy. She has been in practice for over 25 years as a private practitioner and clinician at various mental health clinics including Riverwood Mental Health Services, Family Service of Rhode Island, and St. Mary's Home for Children.

Susanna practices a combination of Psychoanalytic, Psychodyamic, and Cognitive Behavior Therapy. She has particular expertise in anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, loss and grief, parenting and relationship problems, as well as helping international students navigate the challenges of adjusting to a new country.

Susanna sees clients of all ages, from children to elders, and also offers couples therapy. She provides care in both English and Italian.

Message to clients

Finding a therapist can be a difficult process. If you are reading this is because you may be looking into starting that journey, it is important that you feel comfortable with the person you choose. I am passionate about helping patients change and improve the quality of their lives. My goal is to provide a safe and judgment free space where you can heal and grow to live a healthy and fulfilling life. I have 25 years of experience, and have worked in Italy and the USA. Psychoanalyst by training, my approach is tailored to the patient's needs, often combining a psychodynamic approach, which is a more insight-oriented therapy that focuses on the patient’s self awareness and understanding of the influence of the past on the present, with a Cognitive Behavioral approach, which tends to be goal-oriented and a more practical approach to problem solving.
For international students: Finding a therapist can be a challenging and confusing process, especially if you are coming from a different country. I have experience treating individuals from diverse educational, racial, religious and sexual orientation backgrounds. I am happy to help students adjust, cope, and adapt to living in a new country and managing the stress related to academic demands.

Specialties

ADHD - Managing ADHD and its effects on personal life

Anxiety - Including general anxiety, social anxiety, and panic attacks / disorder

Cultural or international adjustment - Including transitioning as an international student, or out-of-state student

Existential challenges - Including navigating college and career paths, one's purpose

Family issues and parenting - Navigating parent-child and sibling relationships

Life transitions - Adjusting to college, new relationships, graduation, job transition

Loss and grief - Work with death, illness and relocation

Bipolar disorder - Developing coping and preventive strategies to stabilize extreme mood swings, including manic and depressive episodes; increasing effective strategies to regulate emotions and maintain a healthy daily routine

General expertise

Treatment approaches

Clientele

Adults (24+)
Children (<12)
Couples
Parents

Seniors (65+)
Teenagers (13-18)
Young adults (18-24)

Insurance

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

Out-of-pocket fees

Individual sessions: $120 (45min)
Initial session: $150 (60min)

Additional session information

Therapist's note

If you are of low income, please do not hesitate to contact me to inquire about the affordable care options through my sliding scale fee structure.

Location(s)

Providence practice

145 Waterman Street, Providence, Rhode Island 02906

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 10am-5pm
Tue 10am-5pm
Wed 10am-5pm
Thu 10am-5pm
Fri Please inquire about hours
Sat Please inquire about hours
Sun Please inquire about hours

Online Sessions (Rhode Island)

Not accepting new clients online

Currently Available Times

Morning (Before 10am)
Daytime (10am - 1pm)
Afternoon (1pm - 5pm)
Evening (After 5pm)
Weekends

Regular Hours

Mon 10am-5pm
Tue 10am-5pm
Wed 10am-5pm
Thu 10am-5pm
Fri 10am-1pm
Sat
Sun

Work and Education

Private Practice, Providence, RI, 2008 - Present
Riverwood Mental Health Services "Housing First", Clinician, 2008 - 2015
Family Service of Rhode Island, Outpatient Clinician, 2007 - 2009
St. Mary's Home for Children, Acute Residential Treatment Program Clinician, 2006 - 2007
Family Service of Rhode Island, Children Intensive Services Clinician, 2004 - 2006
Laboratorio Psicoanalitico Prati, Outpatient Clinician, 1999 - 2003
Private Practice, Rome, Italy, 1998 - 2003

Scuola Romana Rorschach, Three Year Diploma in Rorschach Test, 2020
Lo Spazio Psicoanalitico, Master of Arts in Clinical Psychology, 1993
Università di Roma “La Sapienza”, Bachelor of Arts, Clinical Psychology, 1986

Languages

English

Italian

Client testimonials

"Susanna was prompt with her call and answered all the questions I had. When discussing what I was seeking counsel for, I could tell she would be a good fit for my needs."

- Zencare client • September 2021

"We quickly established a connection and made plans to move on from the initial call."

- Zencare client • September 2020

"We made an instant connection with a quick and to-the-point conversation. I made an appointment straight away."

- Zencare client • September 2020

"Susanna was warm and friendly. She patiently listened to my concerns and was eager to help."

- Zencare client • September 2020

"I see Mrs. Angelillo once a week, sometimes twice a month to maintain a good attitude in life. She projects calmness and positive energy that puts me at ease, whether it is the peak of a hard situation or simply coping with uneventful life occurrences. She is a great listener, has a wide range of personal experiences to draw from, and possesses a sophisticated understanding of therapy."

- Client in mid-30s • July 2015

"I saw Dr. Angelillo so she can help me with my depression. She quickly became familiar with my situation and tried to understand what I was going through. She was able to offer advice and ways to make myself happier. She is also open to calls when you feel that you need to talk. She is the best! She is not your typical therapist that just sits and ask questions, but instead is able to have a full on conversation with you. It’s great!"

- Brown University student • June 2015

"In the past, I have tried to make connections with therapists; however, I never went to more than one or two sessions. I am grateful that I was able to find and to make a connection with Susanna. Susanna is a very warm and nonjudgmental person. She is an amazing listener and she is also reliable. Susanna works to maintain a confidential relationship with her patients and she is available as much (or as little) as you need her. It is without hesitation that I recommend her to anyone that needs help during a crisis and/or to have a safe place to vent as needed."

- Educator and Mother in early 30s • June 2015