PVD Psychological Associates

A private psychology practice offering therapy and neuropsychological testing in Rhode Island and online.
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Evidence Based Services

PVD Psychological Associates offers evidence based therapies such as CBT, DBT, ACT, and more.

Everything we do is designed to give you the best therapy and testing experience.

The therapists at PVD Psychological Associates have expertise working with LGBTQIA+ identified individuals and their families.

Neuropsychological Testing

PVD Psychological Associates offers
 comprehensive neuropsychological testing for individuals ages 7 and older.

Exceptional Therapy and Testing in PVD

PVD Psychological Associates (PVD Psych) is a private psychology practice in with three offices in Rhode Island and Online services available in most states. We have a team of expert therapists who specialize in providing evidence based therapy and neuropsychological testing for depression, anxiety, ADHD, eating disorders, college and graduate student mental health, trauma, and relationship difficulties.

We are also a BCBSRI certified LGBTQ Safe Zone practice and offer LGBTQIA Affirming and Gender Affirming Therapy. We strongly believe that everyone has the right to safe, respectful, and affirming, high quality care.

Discover the path to a calmer you

How PVD Psych Works

1

We begin with understanding

Before your initial consultation, we provide a survey to learn more about you—your background, preferences, and objectives.

2

You Receive a Complimentary Consultation

This conversation provides an opportunity for achieving a more in-depth understanding of services you need and the results you are aiming to achieve.

3

We make a match

Using the gathered data, we pair you with the most suitable therapist or group and design a personalized treatment plan.

A proven process that has helped over 10,000 individuals.

Counseling can be an effective approach to enhancing your mental health and overall well-being. To  Therapy and testing can be effective approaches to enhancing you mental health and overall well-being.

Meet Our Experts

Nicole Issa, PsyD - expert psychologists, social workers, and mental health counselors.

Nicole Issa, PsyD

Founder

I am a licensed clinical psychologist and the Founder of PVD Psychological Associates. I am licensed in Rhode Island, New York and Massachusetts, and offer online sessions to individuals in all three of these states.

Jolie Weingeroff, PhD - expert psychologists, social workers, and mental health counselors.

Jolie Weingeroff, PhD

Director

I am a Clinical Psychologist and Director at PVD Psychological Associates in Providence, RI. I have advanced training in evidence-based therapies such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Behavioral Therapy, and Mindfulness Approaches for older adolescents and adults of all ages.

Mary Elizabeth Ruggiero, PsyD - expert psychologists, social workers, and mental health counselors.

Mary Elizabeth Ruggiero, PsyD

Assistant Director

I am a licensed clinical psychologist and the Assistant Director at PVD Psychological Associates. I am licensed in Rhode Island and provide online and in-person individual therapy to older adolescents and adults of all ages in Rhode Island.

Amanda Connerton, PsyD - expert psychologists, social workers, and mental health counselors.

Amanda Connerton, PsyD

Licensed Psychologist and Director of Neuropsychological Testing

I am a licensed clinical psychologist and the Director of Neuropsychological Testing at PVD Psychological Associates. I am licensed in Rhode Island, where I provide individual therapy to adults and comprehensive neuropsychological testing for adolescents and adults.

Sarah Johnson, PhD - expert psychologists, social workers, and mental health counselors.

Sarah Johnson, PhD

Licensed Psychologist and Director of Child & Adolescent Services

I am a licensed clinical psychologist in Rhode Island and offer online therapy to individuals residing within the state, in addition to my in-person practice in Rhode Island.

Empowering individuals to live more authentically.

What services do you offer?

We provide a range of services including individual therapy, individual and couples therapy, psychological testing, and assessments for mental health, learning disabilities, and neurodevelopmental conditions.

Our services are tailored for individuals of all ages—children, adolescents, and adults—seeking mental health support, behavioral intervention, or diagnostic clarity.

We provide therapy informed by evidence-based practice such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), and psychodynamic approaches.

Therapy can benefit anyone facing emotional, psychological, or behavioral challenges. During your first session, we’ll help determine how we can best support you.

The duration depends on the type of assessment. Some tests can be completed in a few hours, while others may require multiple sessions.

What types of testing do you conduct?

We offer assessments for ADHD, autism spectrum disorder, learning disabilities, cognitive functioning, emotional well-being, and more.

Yes, all testing includes a comprehensive report outlining the findings, conclusions, and recommendations.

You can schedule an appointment by calling us

Feel free to call us at (401) 330 5882, email us at contact@pvdpsych.com