Bethany Virgilio, LICSW
Practical, calm therapy for parenting and stress
Explore online therapy options- Years in practice
- 20
- Credentials
- LICSW
- Licensed in
- Rhode Island
- Languages
- English
- Focus
- Stress, Anxiety
- Focus
- Relationship issues
About Bethany
Bethany Virgilio is a licensed independent clinical social worker with two decades of mental health experience. She focuses on common parenting concerns alongside stress, anxiety, depression, grief, and relationship and intimacy issues. Bethany aims to make therapy feel like an open, nonjudgmental conversation so people can try new ideas and practical steps.
She keeps sessions simple and direct. Bethany uses mindfulness tools to help clients notice what matters and slow down strong reactions.
Background and approach
She also draws on cognitive behavioral therapy to break problems into manageable parts and build clearer coping skills. Bethany has worked across the lifespan, from young adults through geriatric clients, and has extensive experience supporting people with anxiety and panic. She also addresses parenting challenges, blended family issues, caregiver stress, codependency, communication problems, and life transitions such as divorce or midlife change.
Her style is collaborative and goal-focused. Sessions often include short exercises, real-life practice, and step-by-step planning so progress feels visible. Bethany aims to help people move forward, even when a full solution takes time.
She practices in Rhode Island as an RI LICSW. Conversations are spoken in plain language rather than clinical jargon. Those seeking clearer routines, calmer parenting moments, or better ways to manage worry often find this approach practical.
What Bethany works with
Everything Bethany lists, in the therapist's own terms. Parenting is the reason this directory exists; the rest shows what else Bethany helps people with.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Intimacy-related issues
- Self esteem
- Coping with life changes
- Addictions
- LGBT
- Family conflicts
- Trauma and abuse
- Grief
- Parenting issues
- Anger management
- Career difficulties
- Bipolar disorder
- Depression
- Compassion fatigue
- ADHD
- Blended family issues
- Caregiver issues and stress
- Codependency
- Communication problems
- Divorce and separation
- Domestic violence
- Family problems
- Fertility issues
- First responder issues
- Guilt and shame
- Hospice and end-of-life counseling
- Infidelity
- Jealousy
- Life purpose
- Midlife crisis
- Money and financial issues
- Mood disorders
- Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
- Panic disorder and panic attacks
- Phobias
- Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships
- Postpartum depression
- Pregnancy and childbirth
- Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
- Self-love
- Sexual dysfunction
- Sexuality
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Women's issues
- Workplace issues
- Young adult issues
Approaches Bethany lists
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Attachment-Based Therapy
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
- Internal Family Systems
Listing an approach is not evidence of training in it. This directory copies what each therapist names and does not check training records.
Approaches that translate to online care
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy helps people notice difficult thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them, then choose actions that match their values. It can be useful for parenting stress, anxiety, and life transitions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy focuses on changing unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns through practical exercises and step-by-step plans. This approach often helps with panic, worry, low mood, and building coping skills. Mindfulness Therapy teaches short attention and breathing practices to reduce reactivity and increase calm in daily moments, which many parents find useful during hectic days.Finding the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will talk with each person about goals, preferences, and what feels most useful. Sessions can blend methods so the plan fits the client instead of forcing one model on every problem.
Online sessions offer flexibility for busy lives. Video calls let people meet face-to-face when schedules allow. Phone sessions are a good option when video is difficult or bandwidth is low. Live chat and text-based messaging provide quick check-ins, short coaching moments, or ongoing support between longer sessions. These options make it easier to fit therapy into a school run, work break, or a short window at home.
Questions people ask about Bethany
What concerns does Bethany help with?
She supports people with parenting challenges, stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and intimacy issues, grief, trauma, addiction concerns, ADHD, and related life changes.
What is her therapeutic style like?
The approach is conversational and down-to-earth. Sessions focus on practical steps, mindfulness skills, and breaking problems into manageable parts.
How much experience does she have?
Bethany brings 20 years of experience in mental health practice, including extensive work with anxiety and panic.
What are her credentials and where does she practice?
She holds an RI LICSW and practices in Rhode Island.
Are sessions available in other languages or internationally?
Sessions are offered in English. International clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are offered?
Therapy is available via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to fit different schedules and needs.
How is cost handled?
Cost varies by location and therapist arrangement; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to therapist availability.
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