Transitional Outpatient Program

Program Director and Staff Psychologist

Dr. Gaudiano received his Ph.D. in clinical psychology from Drexel University in Philadelphia. He also is Professor of Psychiatry and Human Behavior at the Alpert Medical School of Brown University and a Research Psychologist at the Providence VA Medical Center. Dr. Gaudiano has spent his career researching and implementing novel therapies to address the needs of those transitioning between levels of care, such as the time immediately following a psychiatric hospitalization. A licensed psychologist for 15 years, he is an expert in cognitive behavior therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, and mindfulness.

Mary-Kate studied at the University of Rhode Island where she obtained her bachelor’s degrees in both Nursing and Psychology, and later received her master’s in Nursing at Regis College specializing in psychiatric mental health. She has been working at Butler Hospital since 2013 in both the inpatient and emergency department settings, and previously worked in intensive care medicine. Mary-Kate recently joined the Butler Transitional Outpatient Program, where she continuously strives to bridge the gap between medical and psychiatric nursing, in an effort to foster wellness and promote healing.

Marybeth is a licensed mental health counselor who enjoys helping her clients enhance their sense of self-worth and gain a positive outlook. She began her journey as a therapist when she was an associate pastor at her church and counseled both individuals and couples from a faith-based perspective. She also enjoys helping people overcome the debilitating effects of trauma and abuse and strives to tailor her interventions to the specific needs of each person. Outside of work, she enjoys Bible study, playing the guitar and piano, and having fun with her cat Bella.

Michelle has been in human services for 10 years and the last 8 years as a case manager in the behavioral health field. Michelle has her degree in adventure therapy from a small environmental college. One of the main reasons Michelle enjoys being a case manager is helping others find resources in their local community. She often meets clients outside “office settings” in their local community, because sometimes getting to the office can be a barrier to getting treatment started. Michelle’s approach indoors or outdoors involves focusing on a person’s strengths and helping them contribute their strengths to their local community.

Karen has been a case manager in the behavioral health field for 15 years, starting at a community mental health center and working for the last seven years at HealthPath, a Butler outpatient program. Karen enjoys using her knowledge of Rhode Island resources, as well as kindness, validation, and a dash of humor in assisting clients with their needs.