Our Counselors, Therapists and Life Coaches in Rhode Island

"As one who has experienced personal challenges with anxiety and ADHD, I have an authentic understanding of how we are impacted by our mental health and how building life skills can empower us to make changes in our lives."

I’m a licensed therapist with 8 years of experience supporting teenagers, young adults, and adults navigating ADHD, anxiety, depression, and substance use. I’m passionate about helping people develop healthy, sustainable coping skills so they can feel more grounded and better equipped to handle life’s challenges. My approach is compassionate, strengths-based, and grounded in evidence-based practices. I integrate motivational interviewing and acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) to support meaningful, lasting change, while maintaining a humanistic lens that centers each person’s unique experiences and values.

I believe that clients are the experts in their own lives, and I work collaboratively to help them build on their strengths and move toward what matters most to them. I work with clients who feel overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected—whether that shows up as difficulty focusing, managing emotions, or breaking patterns that no longer serve them.

Together, we focus on increasing self-awareness, building practical coping strategies, and creating realistic, values-driven steps toward change. My goal is to help clients feel more confident, empowered, and connected in their lives.

"I believe that meaningful progress is achieved through a collaborative therapeutic partnership built on trust, compassion, accountability, and mutual commitment. I work closely with clients to establish individualized treatment goals, carefully select evidence-based interventions, and continuously monitor progress to ensure treatment remains effective and responsive to each person's evolving needs. "

I earned my Doctorate of Nursing Practice (DNP) and ANCC Board Certification as Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner from Fairfield University and my Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) from Southern Connecticut State University. I am a member of the Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing, Mu Chi Chapter. My experience includes inpatient dual-diagnosis treatment, outpatient mental health services, and private practice—a diverse clinical foundation that informs my comprehensive approach to care. My treatment philosophy is grounded in the biopsychosocial model.

I provide comprehensive psychiatric evaluations, diagnostic assessments, medication management, treatment planning, and education for clients and their support systems. I specialize in psychopharmacological interventions designed to alleviate symptoms, improve quality of life, while incorporating behavioral strategies that promote long-term stability.

My approach balances clinical expertise with genuine human connection, empowering clients to develop insight, resilience, and confidence. Whether addressing depression, anxiety, trauma-related concerns, life transitions, or other mental health challenges, I am dedicated to helping clients move beyond symptom management toward greater healing and well-being.

"I believe in the power of stories—the ones we are told and, most importantly, the ones we tell ourselves. Sometimes, we need a change in perspective to understand ourselves better."

Rasheed Akinfolarin is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) with over 8 years of experience providing counseling to children, adolescents, and adults. Rasheed began his career in residential care, where he saw first-hand the impact mental health issues have on individuals and their families and the importance of having open and honest conversations regarding mental health and its impact on our lives. He has experience working with people who struggle with depression, anxiety, relationship issues, and life transitions, among other issues.

Rasheed graduated from Johnson & Wales University with a Master's in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. He has also received post-graduate training in trauma-informed care and multidimensional family therapy while working in residential and outpatient settings. Rasheed works to provide a strength-based and person-centered approach to support you in reaching your goals.

Rasheed's goal is to provide a welcoming and supportive environment where you can become better acquainted with your strengths and find alternative ways to face life's challenges. Rasheed would like to congratulate you on taking the first step in changing your story and defining the person you want to become. If you'd like to work together with Rasheed, reach out to schedule your first session today. "The curious paradox is that when I accept myself just as I am, then I can change." – Carl Rogers.

Amy Quinn is an Independent Clinical Social Worker in the state of Rhode Island with over 30 years of experience supporting children, adults, and families through life’s challenges. She understands that reaching out for help can feel overwhelming, and she strives to create a safe, welcoming space where clients feel heard, respected, and understood.

Amy works with individuals navigating behavioral health concerns, child development challenges, and major life transitions. She has experience supporting clients coping with new diagnoses, divorce, trauma and abuse, grief, depression, and anxiety.

She is especially passionate about providing parenting support, helping caregivers feel more confident and connected in their relationships with their children. Amy also understands the unique strengths and pressures of single-parent families and offers thoughtful, practical support tailored to their needs.

Amy earned her Bachelor of Arts in Foreign Languages from Boston College and her Master’s in Social Work from Rhode Island College. Her approach to therapy is relational, collaborative, and strength-based. She draws from cognitive-behavioral, solution-focused, emotionally focused, and sensitivity-focused approaches, always tailoring her work to meet each person and family where they are.

Above all, Amy believes therapy is a partnership. She is committed to building a trusting therapeutic relationship with her clients.