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CAIRN PSYCHOTHERAPY

Guiding you on the Path to Healing

Life's challenges can often stop us in our tracks, whether they be a change, a loss, an unexpected event or an illness.  It can feel like we get bombarded over and over again with stress, or we can struggle with chronic mental illness. 

 It is easy to lose our way, and become fearful, disappointed, uncertain, or overwhelmed.

As an experienced Psychotherapist, I can help you find your way forward...whether that way is restoring your sense of self, finding a way to adapt an ongoing issue, or stepping into something totally new.

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Guiding You On the Path of Self-Healing

As we move through life's challenges, we may find we become anxious, depressed, begin to lose sleep, become more irritable, or turn to unhealthy habits to help us feel better or simply get through the day. We also may start to ask deeper questions, like "Why is this happening?", "Where am I going to end up?", and even "Who AM I, anyway?"
The treatment approach at Cairn Psychotherapy addresses both the psychological and spiritual aspects of our challenges, identifying coping strategies and skills that will help you move forward on a healthier, more content, path.
I have decades of experience in the treatment of depression, anxiety, mood disorders, PTSD, addictions, and grief, which can often show up as sleep problems, panic, irritability, tearfulness, and changes in functioning at work, home or in relationships.
All of this gets in the way of our moving forward.
I utilize various evidence-based psychotherapy methods, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy,  Dialectical Behavior therapy, Acceptance and Commitment therapy,  and Existential therapy, informed by a   deep understanding of holistic and  spiritual practices such as meditation,  breathing techniques, yoga, and healthy nutrition.
Throughout the treatment process, I  collaborate closely with clients to  identify which modalities will be most  beneficial and comfortable for them, and which will produce the most lasting change.

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ABOUT ME

Serving clients since 1989

I’m Sheila Russell, LICSW, a  Psychotherapist based in Rhode Island and Southeastern Massachusetts. I established my practice at Cairn Psychotherapy to guide you through life’s most complex and difficult challenges. I truly understand how the stressors of life can lead to painful sadness, despair, anxiety, fear and confusion. I also know first-hand how such difficult times can lead to tremendous growth and learning. 
For the past 35+ years, I have provided specialized therapeutic services to those dealing with depression, anxiety, mood and thought disorders, PTSD, addictions, domestic violence and dissociative disorders, as well as members of the LGBTQIA+ communities, providing  a unique blend of evidence based and holistic approaches.  
Get in touch with me today for more information.

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INSURANCE ACCEPTED

Self-pay on sliding scale also accepted.

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Autobiography in Five Short Chapters
1. I walk down the street. There is a deep hole in the sidewalk. I fall in. I am lost...I am helpless. It isn't my fault. It takes me forever to find a way out.
2. I walk down the same street. There is a deep hole in the sidewalk. I pretend I don't see it. I fall in again. I can't believe I'm in the same place, but it isn't my fault. It still takes a long time to get out.
3. I walk down the same street. There is a deep hole in the sidewalk. I see it is there. I fall in...it's a habit. My eyes are open, I know where I am. It is my fault. I get out immediately.
4. I walk down the same street. There is a deep hole in the sidewalk. I walk around
it.
5. I walk down another street.

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CONTACT ME

I love helping my patients develop the tools they need to cope with all of life’s challenges. Contact me today to learn more and book a session.

34 Reservoir Avenue,, Rehoboth, MA 02769

401-556-9174

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