Kimberly Merolla-Brito, LICSW

Kimberly Merolla-Brito is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) based in Rhode Island who helps people cope with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, addictions, and major life changes. She works with individuals facing relationship strain, parenting challenges, sleep and eating concerns, and caregiver burnout. Kimberly also supports people navigating trauma, attachment issues, ADHD, and aging and geriatric issues.

Her style is warm and interactive. Sessions focus on practical steps and clear goals. She listens mindfully and aims to meet people where they are, helping them take manageable steps toward change.

Kimberly uses a mix of client-centered work and cognitive behavioral techniques to address unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. She also draws on existential ideas to help people find meaning, and uses motivational interviewing to support readiness for change. Mindfulness practices are used when they fit the client’s needs.

With 15 years of clinical experience, Kimberly has worked in a range of settings and brings that background into her sessions. She respects each person’s story and avoids stigmatizing labels while focusing on what will help in day-to-day life.

New clients begin with a conversation about goals and priorities. Kimberly and each person set achievable targets and agree on how to use session time efficiently. She emphasizes collaboration and keeps the client in the lead while offering guidance and practical tools.

Approaches used and how online sessions can fit your life

Client-centered therapy focuses on listening and supporting each person's own goals. The therapist follows the client's lead, reflects what matters most, and helps make choices that feel right. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and actions and gives simple tools to change unhelpful patterns for anxiety, depression, and stress. Motivational interviewing helps people build motivation for change by exploring values and readiness in a respectful way.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. Kimberly will collaborate with each person to decide which methods match their goals, needs, and preferences. That plan can be adjusted as progress is made and new priorities emerge.

Session formats are not listed in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life, save commuting time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. It can also be helpful when balancing caregiving responsibilities, work breaks, or limited local options for specific concerns such as aging and geriatric issues or caregiver stress. Licensed professionals will work with clients to find a schedule and setup that make regular sessions manageable.