Children Therapists in Rhode Island

Hello! I’m Danielle LaPrade, a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Connecticut and a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in Rhode Island. My approach is rooted in practicality and compassion, helping children, teens, and adults build resilience and create healthier lives. During the week, my work as a salaried school therapist with younger children (Kindergarten through Second Grade) provides me with deep, hands-on experience in child development and family dynamics. My Therapy Style I provide support to children, teens, and adults through flexible, tailored sessions. I specialize in: Parent-Coaching and Child Interactive Therapy: Ensuring remote sessions are enjoyable and beneficial through psychoeducation, role-play, and real-time application of skills tailored to your family's needs. Adult and Women's Issues: Offering dedicated support for individual challenges, life transitions, and mental health. Areas of Focus and Trauma Expertise I have significant experience supporting individuals and families dealing with complex challenges, including trauma and its lasting effects. I specialize in working with clients impacted by: Narcissistic Abuse and Domestic Violence/Abuse recovery. Depression and Toxic Stress. Challenges specific to Teens (self-harm, suicidal ideation, bullying, relationships). General relationship difficulties and life transitions. I am dedicated to helping you create a safe, supportive, and balanced life. I really look forward to meeting you!

I am a bilingual (English and Spanish) Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the States of Florida and Rhode Island. My experience includes working with individuals with a wide range of concerns, including depression, anxiety, trauma , post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and end of life. I have worked with Clients in a variety of settings such as homes, schools, clinics and agencies. I utilize multiple modalities including, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution Focused Therapy, Motivational Interviewing and Mindfulness. I enjoy working with diverse populations, and providing client-centered therapeutic services.

Welcome! I’m so glad that we found each other! My mission is to help alleviate the weight of your current stressors, assist in processing past experiences, and guide you in developing the new skills and practices that will illuminate your path forward. My approach to therapy is integrative, drawing from various models and methods to tailor the treatment to your unique needs. I employ techniques that encourage you to identify patterns of behavior and observe how you relate to yourself and others.