Mara Feinberg
About Mara Feinberg
Mara Feinberg is a Clinical Therapist specializing in Child and Family Enhanced Outpatient Services at The Providence Center, where she has worked since 2015. She provides mental health therapy for children and adolescents and has a background in social work and media studies.
Work at The Providence Center
Mara Feinberg serves as a Clinical Therapist in the Child and Family Enhanced Outpatient Services at The Providence Center. She has held this position since 2015, contributing to the mental health care of children and adolescents in Providence, Rhode Island. In her role, she provides short-term individual and family therapy, focusing on addressing various mental health challenges. Feinberg collaborates with an interdisciplinary team to plan discharges and transitions of care, ensuring comprehensive support for her clients.
Education and Expertise
Mara Feinberg earned a Master of Social Work from New York University, completing her studies from 2014 to 2015. Prior to this, she obtained a Bachelor of Arts in Media Studies and Journalism from Rutgers University, where she studied from 2008 to 2012. Her educational background equips her with the skills to develop clinical formulations based on behavioral data and developmental theories, particularly for children aged 5 to 18. Feinberg's expertise encompasses a range of mental health diagnoses, including major depression, mood dysregulation disorder, and anxiety.
Previous Work Experience
Before her current role, Mara Feinberg gained diverse experience in various positions. She worked as a Publicity Intern at Universal Republic Records from 2011 to 2012 and later served as an Executive Assistant in Business and Legal Affairs at Universal Music Group from 2012 to 2013. Additionally, she completed a Social Work Internship at New York-Presbyterian Hospital from 2014 to 2015, where she further developed her skills in mental health care. Feinberg also interned at Verizon Fios 1 News in 2010, gaining experience in news production.
Advocacy and Clinical Practice
In her clinical practice, Mara Feinberg advocates for children and families during school meetings and Individualized Educational Program (IEP) reviews. She emphasizes the importance of collaboration with educational institutions to support her clients' mental health needs. Feinberg's approach includes developing tailored treatment plans and engaging with families to ensure effective communication and support throughout the therapeutic process.