"My mission in life is not merely to survive, but to thrive; and to do so with some passion, some compassion, some humor, and some style." - Maya Angelou
Hi, my name is Meg. My mission is to create a collaborative and healing space for you, one that allows you to learn skills that support your therapeutic goals - and helps you ride the waves that life throws your way.
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I have been a practicing licensed independent clinical social worker (LICSW) since 2016 and have experience working in a range of settings, including: K-12, community outreach centers, in-home therapy and private practice. I earned my Masters in Social Work (MSW) from The Ohio State University and my Masters in Education (MEd) from The University of Massachusetts Amherst.
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I'm trained in evidence-based practices (e.g., CBT, DBT and EMDR), as well as licensed in both the state of Massachusetts and Rhode Island.
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My areas of expertise include: recovery from substance use, healing from grief & bereavement, learning to manage anxiety and depression in supportive ways, assisting in life transitions and stress management, as well as helping clients gain skills and insight to manage trauma responses.
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To Request An Appointment – Please email mstrathearn@theinnercompasscounseling.com
How I Can Help You
Therapy is hard. It's not just showing up; it's allowing yourself to feel, process and heal the wounds from the past or present. Whether your goals are to surf life's waves, to learn to respond vs. react, to quiet your body / mind or to better navigate other challenging moments, I'm ready to walk with you to achieve those goals.
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As a therapist, I take a holistic approach. Life is not only about the perspectives we hold, but how we nourish our body, our mind and our enviroment. SAMHSA (Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services) refers to this as the 8 Dimensions of Wellness: Physical, Spiritual, Social, Intellectual, Emotional/Mental, Occupational, Environmental, Financial. I work with clients to explore and uncover ways to increase overall well-being in all areas of their lives.
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