About
She specializes in supporting individuals facing challenges with addiction, as well as those from the LGBT+ community. Emily's areas of focus include addressing body dysmorphia, gender dysphoria and euphoria, self-esteem, depression, anxiety, and neurodivergence. Her expertise also extends to working with individuals on the schizophrenia spectrum, those struggling with gender identity issues, chronic illness and pain, autoimmune disorders, grief, and loss. Emily's therapeutic approaches include person-centered therapy, CBT, ACT, humanistic methods, positive psychology, culturally responsive and affirming practices, autistic and neurodivergent-affirming therapy, play therapy, trauma-informed care, feminist therapy, the Gottman Method, and motivational interviewing for addiction. With her lived experiences as a member of the LGBT+ community, a cisgender, first-generation Italian American, and neurodivergent, Emily brings valuable cultural insights as an ally to various communities, including Middle Eastern, Latina/Latine, African American/Black, and immigrants. Phoenix Rising Centers is located in Providence, RI.
Insurance & payment
Phoenix Rising Centers accepts Aetna, Blue Cross, Blue Shield, Carelon Behavioral Health, Harvard Pilgrim, Medicaid, and Optum.
- Aetna
- Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Carelon Behavioral Health
- Harvard Pilgrim
- Medicaid
- Optum
- Tufts
- UnitedHealthcare
Listed fee: $100 per session, I accept insurance. Ask about sliding-scale fees if you're paying out of pocket.
Services & specialties
Addiction Support
Emily Pucino provides care for individuals struggling with addiction.
LGBTQ+ Support
She specializes in supporting the LGBT+ community.
Neurodivergence Support
Emily's areas of focus include addressing neurodivergence.
Trauma-Informed Care
She utilizes trauma-informed care in her therapeutic approaches.
Play Therapy
Emily offers play therapy for children.
Couples Therapy
She works with couples and families.