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Licensed in Rhode Island & Massachusetts

Specializing in Women’s Mental Health & Wellness

 

About Christa

Christa strives to provide a warm and welcoming environment where clients feel supported and accepted exactly as they are. Her work focuses on self-discovery, healing, and personal growth through an empathetic and holistic approach.

 

As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Christa integrates traditional psychotherapy with energy healing and mindset coaching to help clients live authentically and in alignment with their true selves.

 

Christa earned her Master’s in Social Work from Simmons College and her Bachelor’s in Psychology from Roger Williams University. She is also a Usui Reiki Master,Certified Auricular Acu-Technician, and Life & Mindset Coach. Her coaching and healing work are rooted in spirituality, self-compassion, and Law of Attraction principles.

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Therapeutic Approach

 

Christa incorporates a blend of traditional and holistic modalities, including:

 

Self-Compassion & Mindfulness

• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

• Psychodynamic Therapy

• Meditation & Visualization

• Expressive Arts & Conscious Awareness

• Positive Psychology

• Relaxation & Mind-Body Connection

 

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Who Christa Works With

 

You may be a good fit for therapy with Christa if:

 

• You’re experiencing anxiety, depression, or trauma and want to feel more grounded and confident.

•  You’re seeking self-understanding, self-esteem, and authentic self-expression.

• You’re a survivor of abuse or unhealthy relationships.

• You’re feeling stuck in negative thought patterns or struggling with communication.

• You identify as highly sensitive or empathetic.

• You’re open to exploring spirituality and holistic healing in your sessions.

 

Specialties & Focus Areas

 

•  Women’s Mental Health & Wellness

• Self-Awareness & Discovery Anxiety & Depression

•  Narcissistic Abuse Recovery / ACOA

• Mindset Shifts & Cognitive Reframing

• Self-Esteem & Confidence Building

• Healthy Relationships & Communication

• Life Transitions & Coping Skills

• Mindfulness, Relaxation & Spiritual Growth

 

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Currently not accepting new clients.

If you’d like to be added to the waitlist or learn more about upcoming availability, please contact.

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📞Phone: (401)213-0784

📧Email: cdicasparro@innerlightne.com

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Licensed in Rhode Island

 

Specializing in Women’s Mental Health, Life Transitions & Maternal Wellness

 

About Chantal

Chantal is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) with more than a decade of experience in the mental health field, in both community and inpatient settings. She enjoys both group and individual work and has experience working with adults and adolescents in both capacities.

 

Chantal has a Master’s of Social Work from Simmons College and a Bachelor’s Degree in Sociology with a minor in Women’s Studies from Northeastern University.

 

Chantal has a particular interest in working with people who are going through life transitions, work-related stress, pregnant and postpartum women, and mothers of young children. Chantal is a mother of two school-aged children and enjoys working with other moms who are working on balancing their busy lives with their own self-care.

 

Chantal’s approach to therapy is strengths-based and focuses on the whole person within the framework of the empowerment model. Chantal uses supportive counseling, mindfulness, grounding, intention setting, and journaling in her work.

 

Chantal believes that therapy is not a “one size fits all” process and that each individual has the capacity to thrive and overcome their challenges with the right tools and support. Chantal enjoys helping people to connect with their light by building self-compassion, empathy, and self-love.

 

Chantal believes that each individual comes with distinct strengths and challenges and that therapy is an individualized process. Her goal is to work collaboratively within the therapeutic relationship to empower you to move through the obstacles and challenges that you may face and to celebrate your strengths and successes.

 

In her free time, Chantal enjoys cooking, baking, visiting coffee shops, reading, and spending time in nature with her husband, two children, and her dogs.

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Therapeutic Approach

 

• Strengths-Based Counseling

• Mindfulness & Grounding

• Intention Setting & Journaling

•  Empowerment Model Framework

• Whole-Person Focus

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Who Chantal Works With

 

•  Adults 

•  Individuals navigating life transitions

• Women experiencing work-related stress

• Pregnant and postpartum women

•  Mothers balancing self-care and family life

• Individuals experiencing anxiety & depression

 

Specialties & Focus Areas

 

• Women’s Mental Health & Wellness

•  Life Transitions

•  Work-Related Stress

• Pregnancy & Postpartum Support

• Parenting & Motherhood

• Mindfulness & Empowerment

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Currently accepting new clients.

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📞 Phone: (401) 484-7649

📧 Email: cshea@innerlightne.com

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Pre-Licensed Mental Health Counselor 

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Specializing in Anxiety, Depression, Life Transitions & Women’s Mental Health

 

About Natalie

Natalie is a pre-licensed mental health counselor and mental performance consultant with a passion for creating holistic, person-centered, and compassion-focused spaces for healing. She has experience providing sport-based group and individual therapy to children and adolescents, as well as mind-body focused interventions for high school, college, and professional-level athletes and performers.

 

Natalie received her Master’s degree in Counseling with specialization in Sport and Performance Psychology from Boston University and her Bachelor’s degree in Psychology and Social Welfare from the University of Wisconsin–Madison.

 

She is currently pursuing licensure as a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC) in Rhode Island and certification as a Mental Performance Consultant (CMPC) through the Association for Applied Sport Psychology.

 

Natalie believes that, with support, increased self-compassion, authenticity, and intentionality in daily life can lead to greater ability to heal and grow. She enjoys using mindful, humanistic, and behavioral approaches in her work with clients.

 

In her free time, Natalie loves to figure skate, play music, and spend time outdoors.

 

Therapeutic Approach

 

• Mindful, Humanistic & Behavioral Approaches

• Person-Centered & Compassion-Focused Care

• Mind-Body Connection & Performance Psychology

• Strengths-Based & Growth-Oriented Support

 

Who Natalie Works With

 

• Adolescents & Adults seeking emotional balance and performance enhancement

•  Individuals navigating life transitions or stress

• Those experiencing anxiety or depression

• Women working toward self-compassion and alignment

•  Athletes and performers seeking mental wellness and focus

 

Specialties & Focus Areas

 

•  Anxiety & Depression

• Life Transitions & Adjustment

•  Women’s Mental Health

• Self-Compassion & Authenticity

• Mind-Body Connection

• Performance Psychology & Stress Management

• Mindfulness & Self-Awareness

 

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Currently accepting new clients.

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📞 Phone: (401)400-0855

📧 Email: nrobb@innerlightne.com

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Licensed Clinical Social Worker 

Specializing in Clinical Mental Health & Diverse Community Support

 

About Lea

My name is Leap Sok, but you can call me Lea! I have over 15 years of social services experience. I attended the Silberman School of Social Work at Hunter College in New York, where I built relationships to continue connecting to diverse groups of people and communities while enhancing my social work knowledge.

 

I am a native New Yorker but have had the opportunity to move to Rhode Island in 2017. Since moving to Rhode Island, I have enjoyed the community I serve and live around. I have continued serving and working with vulnerable populations no matter the location.

 

My specialty in the field of social work is Clinical Mental Health. Throughout my academic and professional career, I have honed this specialty by working for several agencies and populations, such as HIV/AIDS, Developmental Disabilities, Behavioral Health, and Child Welfare.

 

My ultimate goal as a psychotherapist is to be impactful to the community and clients I will and continue to serve.

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Therapeutic Approach

 

Lea’s treatment style integrates a variety of evidence-based and holistic approaches, including:

 

•  Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)

• Attachment-Based Therapy

•  Coaching & Life Skills Development

• Emotionally Focused Therapy

•  Energy Psychology

• Experiential & Expressive Arts Therapy

•  Family / Marital & Family Systems Approaches

•  Feminist & Multicultural Frameworks

•  Mindfulness-Based (MBCT) & Motivational Interviewing

•  Narrative & Person-Centered Therapy

• Positive Psychology & Psychoanalytic Work

• Strength-Based & Trauma-Focused Modalities

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Who Lea Works With

 

Lea works with individuals across all walks of life, offering inclusive, compassionate care to diverse communities. She provides support for:

 

• Adults and Adolescents

• Individuals navigating complex trauma or life transitions

• Families and couples seeking support and communication growth

•  LGBTQIA+ and gender-diverse clients

•  Individuals seeking empowerment, balance, and personal growth

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Specialties & Focus Areas

 

• ADHD & Autism Spectrum Disorders

•  Anxiety & Depression

• Developmental & Intellectual Disabilities

•  Codependency & Coping Skills

• Divorce, Relationships & Infidelity

• Domestic Abuse & Violence

• Grief, Loss & Infertility

• Life Coaching & Life Transitions

• Men’s & Women’s Issues

• Narcissistic Personality & Trauma Recovery

• OCD & Anxiety Disorders

• Parenting & Family Dynamics

• Self-Esteem & Empowerment

• Spirituality & Cultural Sensitivity

•  Workplace & Life Stress

• Trauma & PTSD

• LGBTQIA+ and Transgender Support

 

Currently accepting new clients.

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📞 Phone: (508) 812-8920

📧 Email:  lsok@innerlightne.com

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Licensed Clinical Social Worker

Specializing in Adolescents, Parenting, Life Transitions & Women’s Mental Health

 

About Megan

Megan is a licensed clinical social worker who believes in helping build people up through support, understanding, and fun. Life can be really hard some days, but those days do not have to define who we are.

 

Megan earned her Master’s in Social Work from Simmons University and her Bachelor’s in Psychology from Salve Regina University. The majority of Megan’s experience includes working with adolescents, parents, and individuals with intellectual disabilities.

 

As a young mom herself, Megan has a passion for helping mothers-to-be and new mothers navigate the joys of motherhood. She believes that even though it takes a village to raise a child, a mother’s positive mental and physical health is essential when caring for a child.

 

Therapeutic Approach

 

Megan’s therapeutic approach is collaborative, compassionate, and strengths-based. She integrates:

 

• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

• Solution-Focused Therapy

•  Motivational Interviewing

•  Strength-Based Counseling

• Trauma-Informed Care

 

During sessions with Megan, you will explore positive coping skills, improve boundaries, create healthy habits through self-care, and gain deeper understanding of who you are and where you’re going.

 

Who Megan Works With

 

• Adolescents and young adults

• Parents seeking guidance and support

•  Expecting and new mothers

• Individuals navigating stress, anxiety, and life transitions

• Those looking to build resilience and self-awareness

 

Specialties & Focus Areas

 

• Adolescents & Parenting

• Women’s Mental Health & Motherhood

• Life Transitions & Coping Skills

•  Anxiety & Stress Management

•  Self-Esteem & Empowerment

• Strength-Based & Trauma-Informed Care

• Relationship & Boundary Building

 

Currently accepting new clients.

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📞 Phone: (508)-455-5273

📧 Email: mdeascentis@gmail.com

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Licensed Clinical Social Worker & Individual Therapist

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Specializing in Relationship Wellness, Stress Relief & Holistic Healing

 

About Heather

Heather is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with additional certifications from The Gottman Institute and the Robbins Madanes Center. She believes in creating a safe and inclusive space, free from judgment, where clients feel comfortable and supported in their healing journey.

 

Heather integrates both traditional therapeutic approaches and holistic modalities to support emotional, mental, and physical wellness. In addition to therapy, she offers sound healing to assist with stress relief and the management of pain, anxiety, and anger.

 

Heather is deeply dedicated to your wellness and to helping you achieve greater balance, clarity, and peace in your life.

 

Therapeutic Approach

 

Heather’s approach is compassionate, integrative, and tailored to each individual. Her work includes:

 

• Gottman-Informed Therapy

• Relationship & Emotional Wellness

• Stress Reduction & Mindfulness

•  Holistic & Empowerment-Based Care

 

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Who Heather Works With

 

• Individuals seeking emotional balance and inner peace

• Clients navigating stress, anxiety, or relationship challenges

• Those open to holistic healing modalities like sound therapy

• Adults looking to strengthen communication and self-awareness

 

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Specialties & Focus Are

 

• Relationship Wellness

• Stress & Anxiety Management

• Emotional Regulation & Mindfulness

•  Holistic Healing & Sound Therapy

• Anger & Pain Management

•  Personal Growth & Empowerment

 

Currently not accepting new clients.

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📞 Phone: 401-400-2411

📧 Email: hparis@innerlightne.com

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Specializing in Reiki, Chakra & Crystal Healing, and Holistic Wellness

 

About Tammy

I am a certified Usui Reiki Master and have been empathic for as long as I can remember. I have always felt called to help others—whether it be children or our aging population.

 

I hold certificates in Infant, Toddler, and Preschool Care, as well as Thanatology and Funeral Service Preparation from Bristol Community College. I am also an Ordained Minister and a proud member of the Natural Healers Society.

 

I love learning and am continuously expanding my knowledge in the healing arts. I am currently working toward earning my Personal Trainer Certificate, as well as continuing studies to complete my Reiki Master Teacher Certificate, Animal & Pet Reiki Energy Healing.

 

I have lived in Rhode Island most of my life and currently reside just five minutes from my childhood home.

 

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Healing Approach

 

My work integrates intuitive energy healing and holistic wellness practices to help clients restore balance, alignment, and peace. My sessions may include:

 

• Reiki Energy Healing

•  Chakra Balancing

•  Crystal Healing

• Meditation & Mindfulness

• Spiritual Wellness & Intuitive Support

 

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Who Tammy Works With

 

• Individuals seeking energetic balance and stress relief

• Those navigating emotional or physical blockages

•  Clients exploring spirituality and holistic self-care

• Children, adults, and older adults in need of gentle healing support

• Anyone looking to restore harmony within the mind, body, and spirit

 

Certifications 

 

• Certified Usui Reiki Master

• Infant, Toddler & Preschool Care

• Thanatology & Funeral Service Preparation

• Ordained Minister

• Member, Natural Healers Society

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Currently accepting new clients.

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​Reiki Master & Holistic Energy Practitioner 

 

Specializing in Reiki Healing, Chakra Balancing & Spiritual Growth

 

About Julie

Julie is a Reiki Master who has been assisting with clearing disharmony, imbalance, and stress across all life experiences. As a mom, teacher, and animal advocate, Reiki became an invaluable discovery in her own journey.

 

Seeking healing from trauma and personal difficulties initially sparked her interest in Reiki. The spiritual growth and deep sense of peace that followed became truly transformative.

 

As an Usui Reiki Master, internationally associated with Reiki practitioners worldwide, Julie offers Reiki sessions, workshops, meditation classes, and coursework. Certifications for Reiki Level I, II, and III  are available for anyone wishing to learn this ancient self-healing practice.

 

Each session is individually designed to clear energetic blockages through chakra balancing and personalized healing. Reiki supports physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being by raising the vibration of the individual—and, in turn, the world—one person at a time.

 

Healing Approach

 

Julie integrates traditional Reiki lineage practices with intuitive and energetic guidance to restore harmony and balance. Her offerings include:

 

• Reiki Energy Healing Sessions

• Chakra Balancing & Clearing

• Meditation & Spiritual Workshops

• Reiki Certification Training (Levels I–III)

• Personalized Energy & Wellness Coaching

 

Lineage & Training

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Julie is licensed as a Master Reiki Practitioner within the Usui Reiki lineage, tracing back to the founder:

 

Dr. Mikao Usui (1865–1926) – Founder of the Usui Reiki system

Mr. Chijiro Hayashi (1878–1940) – One of 22 of Mikao Usui’s Reiki Teachers (Shihans)

Mrs. Hawayo Takata (1900–1980) – The first teacher to introduce and teach Usui Reiki in the Western world

Michael Spiegelman – Student of Mrs. Takata and founder of Beacons of Change Holistic Healing

 

Who Julie Works With

 

•  Individuals seeking emotional and energetic balance

•  Those on a path of spiritual growth and self-discovery

•  Clients navigating trauma, stress, or life challenges

• Students interested in learning Reiki for personal or professional growth

• Anyone seeking inner peace, healing, and alignment

 

Specialties & Focus Areas

 

• Reiki Energy Healing

• Chakra Balancing & Alignment

• Meditation & Mindfulness

•  Reiki Training & Certification

• Stress Reduction & Emotional Healing

• Spiritual Development & Inner Peace

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About Luna
Luna is our sweet Dachshund who serves as the office Emotional Support Animal at Inner Light Counseling & Wellness. She is currently in training to become a certified therapy dog and brings comfort, joy, and calm energy to our space.

Luna provides support to both our owner and clients, helping create a welcoming and nurturing environment for healing. At this time, Luna is joining sessions exclusively with Christa’s clients.

If you would like Luna to be part of your session, please let us know in advance—she’s always happy to share her light and love.