Adriana  DeMello
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Adriana DeMello

Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker, LICSW Specialties Insurance & Fees Locations
Rhode Island Accepting Online
Providence Accepting In-person

Updated December 21, 2023

Specialties & Expertise

  • Anxiety
  • Relationship issues
  • Eating disorders
  • Couples counseling
  • Depression
  • College, graduate & international student mental health

Professional statement

Adriana DeMello is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker in Providence, Rhode Island. She specializes in working with undergraduate, graduate, and international students, as well as couples and individuals struggling with eating disorders, depression, and anxiety. She speaks both English and Portuguese, and enjoys working with individuals from diverse backgrounds.

Adriana supports couples through a variety of challenges, including marriage related concerns, separation, infidelity, and infertility challenges. For couples dealing with infertility, she helps clients cope through various stages, including IVF, IUI, and the adoption process. Adriana sees couples of all ages, including graduate and medical students.

Adriana is trained in psychodynamic and family systems background, and incorporates elements of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy in her work as well. Prior to private practice, Adriana worked at Butler Hospital and McLean Hospital. She completed her training at McLean Hospital, an affiliate of Harvard Medical School. Adriana received her MA in Clinical Social Work from Boston College and has been practicing for nearly 30 years.

Contact Adriana using the form or by texting 401-374-5642.


Message to clients

I understand that entering into therapy can be very challenging so finding the right therapist is essential in making this process a success.


Specialties

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

Relationship issues - Understanding one’s wants and needs in relationships; exploring patterns of interaction, addressing concerns, and strengthening satisfaction in relationships and dating

Eating disorders - Including anorexia, bulimia, binge eating, purging, calorie counting, body image concerns

Couples counseling - Addressing relationship challenges and life transitions; strengthening communication and feelings of security, desire, connection, and love

Depression - Sleep and energy disruption, overall mood disturbance, inability to enjoy yourself, and difficulty being motivated, amongst many other symptoms

College, graduate & international student mental health - Supporting college, graduate, medical, and international students through school, academics, and life transitions




Clientele

  • Adults (24+)
  • Couples
  • Families
  • Parents
  • Seniors (65+)
  • Teenagers (13-18)
  • Young adults (18-24)

Insurance

  • Brown University Student Health Insurance (United Healthcare)

Out-of-pocket fees

  • Individual sessions: $175 (50min)
  • Initial session: $200 (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
Payment options
  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card
  • Debit Card
  • Venmo
  • Zelle
Session frequency

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

  • Weekly
  • As needed

Location(s)

Providence practice
325 Angell Street, Providence, Rhode Island 02906
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 8:00am-5:00pm
  • Wed 8:00am-5:00pm
  • Thu 8:00am-5:00pm
  • 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 8:00am-5:00pm
  • Wed 8:00am-5:00pm
  • Thu 8:00am-5:00pm
  • Fri Closed
  • Sat Closed
  • Sun Closed

Work and Education

Private Practice, 1994 - Present
Butler Hospital, Staff, 1992 - 1999
McLean Hospital, Staff, 1987 - 1992

Boston College, Masters of Social Work, 1990


Languages

English

Portuguese