Lia Cooper is a compassionate psychotherapist with dual graduate degrees in Personality and Social Psychology, as well as Clinical Social Work from Rhode Island and Smith College, complemented by doctoral coursework from Simmons College. With over twenty years in private practice, she embodies a philosophy centered on kindness, direct communication, and genuine care. Lia is dedicated to supporting older adolescents, adults, couples, and groups, specializing in a diverse range of issues including mood disorders, trauma, eating disorders, health and weight concerns, and sexual identity matters. Additionally, she enhances her therapeutic practice with a certified Professional Pet Therapy dog, further enriching her clients' experiences and overall mental health improvement.