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Bethany Virgilio, LICSW

  • Experience20 years
  • LocationRhode Island
  • Focus areasADHD, Stress and Anxiety, and Relationship
  • Therapy approachesAcceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Attachment-Based Therapy
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About Bethany

Bethany Virgilio is a licensed clinical social worker (LICSW) with two decades of experience helping people manage stress, anxiety, relationship and intimacy concerns, ADHD, depression, and a wide range of life challenges.

Background and approach

She frames therapy as a straightforward, nonjudgmental conversation where practical skills and new perspectives are explored so clients can leave sessions feeling more able to move forward. Her work includes supporting those facing trauma, grief, caregiver strain, addiction, and difficult family dynamics.

Drawing on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and mindfulness practices, Bethany helps clients break overwhelming problems into manageable steps and develop concrete tools for coping. She also integrates attachment-based and client-centered ideas to strengthen emotional awareness and improve communication.

Based in Rhode Island, she has worked with adults across the lifespan and seeks to tailor approaches to each person’s needs and goals. Bethany welcomes the opportunity to collaborate with clients on identifying values-driven goals and realistic strategies for change.

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Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) encourages people to clarify their values and take committed action even when difficult thoughts or feelings are present; it can be useful for stress, anxiety, and life transitions by shifting focus toward meaningful goals. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps identify and change unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns, offering concrete skills for managing anxiety, panic, depression, and ADHD-related struggles. Mindfulness therapy teaches attention and awareness practices that reduce reactivity and support coping with strong emotions and chronic stress.

Finding the right approach is treated as a collaborative process. The therapist works with each client to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences, and adapts techniques over time based on what is most helpful for the individual.

Online sessions can be scheduled as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, providing flexibility for people with busy schedules or caregiving responsibilities. These formats make it easier to access consistent support, continue skills practice between meetings, and fit therapy into everyday life.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does Bethany address?
She works with a broad range of issues including stress, anxiety, relationship and intimacy problems, ADHD, depression, trauma and grief, as well as caregiver stress and addiction-related concerns.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Her style is warm and nonjudgmental, focused on practical conversation that fosters new ideas and manageable steps toward clients' goals.
What level of experience does she bring?
She has 20 years of experience in mental health practice, including extensive work with anxiety and panic disorders and with adult clients across the lifespan.
What are her credentials and where is she located?
She is a licensed clinical social worker (LICSW), RI LICSW ISW02199, and practices from Rhode Island.
Does she offer services in other languages or to international clients?
Her practice is conducted in English and she is not currently accepting international clients.
In what formats are sessions available?
Sessions are offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to accommodate different preferences and schedules.
How are fees and payment handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What is the first step to begin working together?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and scheduling according to therapist availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesIntimacy-related issuesSelf esteemCoping with life changes

Also works with

AddictionsLGBTFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderDepressionCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional focus areas

Blended family issuesCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommunication problemsDivorce and separationDomestic violenceFamily problemsFertility issuesFirst responder issuesGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingInfidelityJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPregnancy and childbirthSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSexual dysfunctionSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Attachment-Based TherapyClient-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingSolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused TherapyInternal Family Systems

Experience

20+ years

Licensed

Rhode Island

Languages

English

What Bethany can help with

Bethany Virgilio works with clients on stress and anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes.

Bethany has experience with all ages from young adult through geriatrics.

Bethany has done work related to anxiety and panic disorder.

How Bethany approaches therapy

Bethany's clinical approaches include Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.

Experience and training

Bethany is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker practicing in Rhode Island, with 20 years of clinical experience.