Kimberly Merolla-Brito, LICSW
Compassionate LICSW for trauma and mood
- Client-centered care
- CBT and mindfulness
- Flexible communication options
About Kimberly Merolla-Brito
Kimberly Merolla-Brito is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW), a clinical social work license that permits independent practice and advanced clinical care. Based in Rhode Island, she brings 15 years of clinical experience across a range of settings and maintains a consulting partnership in the state.
Her work focuses on helping people manage depression, anxiety, relationship challenges and trauma resolution, and she has supported clients with concerns around stress, addictions, grief, self-esteem, sleep and eating difficulties, parenting, and many other life transitions. Her clinical approach blends cognitive-behavioral techniques with client-centered and humanistic principles, along with rational-emotive methods, to create individualized plans that honor each person’s values and pace of change.
Her counseling style is described as warm, interactive and compassionate; she is noted for being a mindful listener who is easy to talk to and genuine in building a therapeutic relationship. Kimberly emphasizes collaboration - starting where each person is, setting shared goals, and using time together efficiently to promote meaningful progress.
Throughout her career she has offered flexible scheduling and a range of communication options to accommodate different needs and preferences. Her practice emphasizes respect, sensitivity and the avoidance of stigmatizing labels while supporting clients as they pursue healing and change.
Her work focuses on helping people manage depression, anxiety, relationship challenges and trauma resolution, and she has supported clients with concerns around stress, addictions, grief, self-esteem, sleep and eating difficulties, parenting, and many other life transitions. Her clinical approach blends cognitive-behavioral techniques with client-centered and humanistic principles, along with rational-emotive methods, to create individualized plans that honor each person’s values and pace of change.
Her counseling style is described as warm, interactive and compassionate; she is noted for being a mindful listener who is easy to talk to and genuine in building a therapeutic relationship. Kimberly emphasizes collaboration - starting where each person is, setting shared goals, and using time together efficiently to promote meaningful progress.
Throughout her career she has offered flexible scheduling and a range of communication options to accommodate different needs and preferences. Her practice emphasizes respect, sensitivity and the avoidance of stigmatizing labels while supporting clients as they pursue healing and change.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
Relationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobiaWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Existential Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Kimberly Merolla-Brito have?
Kimberly Merolla-Brito has 15 years of experience providing clinical services in a variety of settings.
Is Kimberly Merolla-Brito a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the LICSW credential. License details: RI LICSW ISW02291.
In which languages does Kimberly Merolla-Brito provide therapy?
Kimberly Merolla-Brito provides therapy in English.
Where is Kimberly Merolla-Brito located?
She is located in Rhode Island.
How can I work with Kimberly Merolla-Brito as my therapist?
You can work with Kimberly Merolla-Brito through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Kimberly Merolla-Brito work with international clients?
Kimberly Merolla-Brito does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Kimberly Merolla-Brito cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Approach-Focused Online Therapy Options
Kimberly uses client-centered therapy to create a supportive, nonjudgmental space where the person’s goals and values guide the work. This approach emphasizes empathy and collaboration and can be especially helpful for relationship concerns, self-esteem issues and major life transitions.She also incorporates cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), which helps people identify patterns of thinking and behavior that contribute to stress, anxiety, depression and other symptoms, and then learn practical strategies to shift those patterns. Mindfulness-based techniques are used alongside these methods to help clients build awareness, reduce reactivity, and cultivate greater presence when coping with difficult emotions.
Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Kimberly works collaboratively with clients to explore which methods fit their needs, goals and preferences, adjusting the plan over time so therapy remains relevant and effective.
Online sessions may be conducted via video calls, phone, live chat or text-based messaging, offering flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier for people to access care from home or other settings while maintaining continuity of support.
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