- Stress and anxiety
- Self esteem work
- ADHD support
About Cassidy
Cassidy Thornton is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) practicing in Rhode Island with three years of clinical experience. She works with people who are dealing with stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, depression, ADHD, and social anxiety and phobia. Cassidy also supports those facing life changes and struggles with motivation and confidence.
She sees adults and adolescents and has experience in both outpatient and inpatient settings. Sessions focus on concrete steps people can try between meetings as well as talking through the problems that bring them in. Cassidy helps people break overwhelming problems into smaller tasks and build practical ways to manage symptoms day to day.
Her background includes a range of clinical settings that shaped how she approaches care. That variety means she is familiar with both short-term problem-solving and longer-term support. Conversations aim to be straightforward and focused on what is most useful right now.
In sessions she pays attention to communication patterns and to how isolation or low self-worth affect everyday life. Work may include practicing social skills, managing anxiety in social situations, and exploring values to clarify life purpose. Cassidy invites people to try small behavioral changes and reflect on what helps.
To begin, people complete an intake and schedule a first meeting where goals and preferred approaches are discussed. Cassidy uses a collaborative style and sets clear steps so progress can be measured over time.
How evidence-based techniques are used online
Many evidence-based therapeutic techniques focus on changing behavior and building new skills. One common method teaches practical behavioral experiments - trying a small change, noticing what happens, and adjusting the plan. This approach helps with social anxiety, confidence, and testing beliefs about social situations.Another useful technique is skill-focused practice around communication and stress management. That can include short exercises to rehearse how to start conversations, regulate anxiety before public speaking, or plan steps for coping with life changes. These skills are concrete and meant to be used between sessions.
Finding the right approach is often a process. Cassidy works collaboratively to identify which methods fit a person's goals, needs, and preferences. Early sessions are used to set clear goals and pick techniques to try, with adjustments made based on what helps most.
If you plan to work online, confirm the current session options before booking since formats are not specified in the biography. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce time spent traveling. Therapists can assign between-session activities and review progress remotely to keep momentum moving forward.
Areas of expertise
Additional focus areas
Experience
3+ years
Listed in
Rhode Island
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she address?
She works with stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, depression, ADHD, social anxiety and phobia, and related concerns such as isolation and communication problems.
What is her therapeutic style?
She takes a practical, collaborative approach that focuses on small steps and real-life skills to manage symptoms and improve confidence.
How much clinical experience does she have?
Cassidy has three years of professional experience in clinical settings including both outpatient and inpatient work.
What credential and location does she hold?
She is a RI LICSW and practices in Rhode Island.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions scheduled and billed?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.