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Hi! I’m a licensed psychotherapist and my practice is dedicated to supporting millennial women as they navigate motherhood. Whether that be deciding if motherhood is right for you, pregnancy, postpartum struggles, or relationship dynamic issues. As a millennial mom of 2 myself, I truly understand the challenges that come with being a woman and a mother. Our generation is breaking a lot of cycles and while that is so healing, it can also be very overwhelming. No matter where you are in your journey, I’m here to support you. I offer a personal-centered approach with warmth, compassion, humor, and safety.

I enjoy supporting children, adults, and families as they navigate major life transitions, like pregnancy, blended families, and moving. I also work closely with chronic illness and chronic pain patients. My current research focuses on the ways in which healthcare providers can be better trained to support patients, avoiding medical trauma and gaslighting. I specialize in the use of drama therapy, a creative and embodied approach. Drama therapy uses play, metaphor, role, and story to help people of all ages, identities, and abilities to create meaningful change. Using a dramatic approach to therapy makes the process less scary and more approachable. By stepping into another role or placing our personal stories in metaphor, we feel safer to discuss difficult topics and explore new ways of feeling and thinking.

Hi there, my name is Jessica Riocci. I'm a holistic psychotherapist who helps women through the initiations of pregnancy, postpartum, and motherhood. My therapeutic style is warm, nurturing, and intuitive. I offer in-person psychotherapy in Norwalk, Connecticut, and virtual psychotherapy for those in Connecticut and New York.