OUR THERAPISTS

HEYDON HENSLEY MSW, LSW

Psychotherapist
Jersey City Office
Providing Telehealth to NJ and MA Residents

Heydon works with adults, children, teens, and families, helping clients navigate anxiety, trauma, and family conflict, as well as LGBTIQAA+/Queer-related challenges and identity development.  Heydon's therapeutic approach offers a focus on setting meaningful goals in the context of a larger societal framework. They bring strategies and tools from cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness, and narrative therapy to the work while also drawing on personal experiences as a nonbinary transperson to support clients from all walks of life. Heydon received their MSW from Boston University with a specialization in working with survivors of trauma and violence. They work Tuesday through Saturday from 7am to 3pm. Currently Heydon offers telehealth sessions only with in-person appointments coming soon.

CARLENE CHARLEMAGNE, BA, MBA

Psychotherapy Intern
Jersey City Office
Providing Telehealth to NJ Residents

Carlene works with children, teens, adults, couples, and families with a focus on child and adolescent challenges, life transitions, religion and spirituality, career building, and navigating recovery and sobriety. Carlene combines years of experience in the business world and as a Life Coach with her therapeutic lens to help clients work through trauma, develop achievable goals, build their careers, and transforms the quality of their lives.  With couples and familes, she draws on the Gottman Method and Family Systems to reduce conflict and promote a cohesive and loving environment.  Carlene is one of our counseling interns and is pursuing her degree in Marriage and Family Therapy.  She also holds an MBA, believes in serving her community, and is a proud family woman.  Carlene works Tuesdays 10am to 4pm, Wednesday 2pm to 8pm, and Friday 10am to 4pm, and Saturdays 9am to 5pm.

LISA ZUCKER, MSW, LSW

Psychotherapist
Maplewood Office
Providing Telehealth to NJ Residents

Lisa works with teens, adults, and couples with a focus on trauma, depression, anxiety, grief, relationships, health and illness, adolescent Identity, parenting, life coaching, and women’s Issues.  With couples, Lisa utilizes the Gottman Method, an evidence-based approach to improving emotional connection and managing conflict.  In her work with adults, Lisa draws on a blend of CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy), somatic work, and life coaching to help clients reach their goals.  As a certified school social worker, Lisa has special expertise for teens and their families in navigating personal or academic struggles, identity formation, and social issues.  Lisa earned her Masters of Social Work from Stony Brook University, is certified in School Social Work, and has completed additional training at the New Jersey Institute of Psychoanalysis.  She is currently offering telehealth sessions 1-9pm M-F and we hope to offer in person sessions again soon.

OLGA BALAKOVA, MA, LAC, LCADC, NCC

Psychotherapist

Jersey City Office

Providing Telehealth to NJ Residents

Sessions Provided in English & Russian

Olga works with adults, couples, and families and specializes in recovery of all kinds from gambling and substance abuse to sex, porn, and shopping addiction. In her work with couples, Olga draws on the Gottman Method and has expereince supporting couples in recovery or with any family history of addiction.  In addition, Olga is able to support clients through this sensitive adjustment period, navigating challenges like trauma, depression, anxiety, and identity formation. She is also a trained hypnotherapist and uses CBT, DBT and REBT in her work.  Olga holds an MA in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Montclair State University and a masters in Psychology from her home country and provides services in English or Russian as needed.  She works Sunday 11 am - 7:30 pm, Monday 10 am - 6:30 pm., Tuesday 9 am - 5:30, Wednesday 2 pm - 8 pm, Thursday 8 am - 4:30 pm.  Olga is currently offering telehealth only but our offices will reopen soon.

KAMESHA WALKINS, MSW, LSW

Psychotherapist
Bloomfield Office
Providing Telehealth to NJ Residents

Kamesha works with couples, adults, teens, children 8+ and families. She specializes in providing affirming and restorative therapy to LGBTQ+ youth and adults.  In her work with couples, Kamesha draws on the Gottman Method, an evidenced-based therapeutic approach that increases effective communication and emotional connection. She also has experience supporting individuals and families in overcoming substance abuse and healing from trauma or family violence.  Kamesha employs a trauma-informed lens and utilizes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Mindfulness, Skill Building and Solution-Focused techniques to assist clients in identifying and working toward their goals. In her work with kids and teens, Kamesha uses Hip Hop, Spoken Word and other creative arts and pop culture activities to promote engagement.  She received her masters from Florida Atlantic University and is a Licensed Social Worker.  Kamesha works with clients Monday-Wednesday from 10am-8pm and Thursday-Friday from 9am to 2pm.  Currently she is offering telehealth sessions only but will also offer in-person appointments at our Bloomfield office once it re-opens.

JAIME ELLIOTT, M.A., LPC

Licensed Professional Counselor
Certified School Psychologist
Providing Telehealth to NJ Residents

Meet Jaime here.  Jaime works with couples, teens (13+), and adults and has daytime, evening, and weekend appointments.  With couples, Jaime uses the Gottman Method, an evidenced-based therapeutic approach that increases effective communication and emotional connection.  With teens, Jaime uses CBT and solution-based approaches to address issues like ADHD, anxiety, depression, and academic success. She can help parents and families navigate 504 plans and IEPs as well.  In her work with adults, Jaime brings a CBT and family systems lens to her work.  Lastly, Jaime also offers psychological testing, which means she is trained to administer and interpret the kinds of assessments used to establish IEPs, 504 plans, gifted and talented capabilities, IQ scores, and more.  She holds a Masters in Psychology from New York University and a Masters in School Psychology from Hofstra University.  Jaime offers telehealth sessions on Tuesday 9:30am-2:30pm, Wednesday 11:30am-8:30pm, Thursday 12pm-8:30pm, Friday 9:30am-6pm, and Saturday 9am- 5pm.

MINIMAH RUSH, MSW, LSW

Psychotherapist
Bloomfield Office
Providing Telehealth to NJ Residents

Minimah works with children, teens, adults, and couples and specializes in issues like stress and anger management, family conflict, trauma and PTSD, depression, anxiety, grief, and recovery from sexual abuse/ or assault. In her work with adults, Minimah utilizes cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and strength-based approaches through a culturally sensitive lens. With couples, Minimah draws on the Gottman Method to promote healthy communication and emotional connection. Minimah received her Masters degree from Rutgers University Graduate School of Social Work and is a Licensed Social Worker. Minimah provides  tele-health counseling sessions on Mondays 1:00p-9:00p, Tuesdays 2:00p-9:00p, Wednesdays & Thursdays from 9:00a-4:00p, and Fridays 8:00a-2:00p.  We hope to offer in-person sessions again soon.

JILLIAN MYERS, MSW, LSW

Psychotherapist
Bloomfield Office & Telehealth
Providing Telehealth to NJ Residents

Jillian works with adults, and couples, and has special expertise with the  older adult  populations. She is focused on helping clients to improve their quality of life and reach personalized goals. Her approach focuses on collaborative therapy sessions and strengths-based approach. In couples work, Jillian draws on the Gottman methods and works to foster improved emotional connection and improved communication. Jillian earned her Masters degree in social work from Rutgers University with a certificate in Aging and Health. Jillian is currently offering  telehealth sessions on Tuesdays 9:00am-11:00am, 1:00pm-9:00pm, Wednesdays  8:00am-2:00pm, Thursdays 2:00pm-8:00pm, Fridays 9:00am-11:00am, 1:00pm 8:00pm, and Saturdays 11:00am-7:00pm. After we re-open she will have some in-office availability as well.

VANESSA LOPES, M.A. LAC

Psychotherapist
Jersey City Office
Providing Counseling Services to NJ

Vanessa works with teens, adults and couples and focuses on trauma care, anxiety, self-esteem, relationship and sexual issues.  In her work with teens, Vanessa focuses on understanding her client's world and their goals and helping from there, drawing in music and art therapy modalities.  In her work with couples, Vanessa draws on the Gottman Method and is passionate about providing sex-positive and affirming care supporting clients across a range from monogamous commitment to polyamorous and kink-affiliated relationships.  Vanessa utilizes an eclectic approach to counseling, pulling from feminist, attachment based, and existential views.  She works Mondays 12-9pm, Tuesday 8am to 6pm, Wednesday 8am to 3pm, Thursday 3pm - 9pm.  Sessions are all telehealth currently but we plan to open for office visits soon.

SUMMER BROWN, MSW, LSW

Psychotherapist
Maplewood Office
Providing Telehealth to NJ Residents

Summer works with couples, adults, teens, and kids specializing in depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, trauma, LGBTQ identify and adjustment challenges.  In her practice with teens and adults, Summer draws from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Mindfulness.  Summer has expertise to offer LGBTQ+ individuals and couples navigating the intersection of gender, race, and identity. With children 8 to 12, she uses play therapy and the Nurtured Heart Approach to improve relationships and behaviors at home and in school.  Summer draws on the Gottman Method and Family Systems Theory in her work with couples.   She received her Masters in Social Work from Rutgers University and is a Licensed Social Worker.   She works Monday and Friday 1-9 PM in person at the Maplewood location once it opens, Tuesday, and Thursday 8-4 PM virtually, and Wednesday 12-8 PM virtually.

DANIELLE TISCHER, MSW, LCSW, CCTP

Clinical Supervisor & Psychotherapist 
Bloomfield Office
Providing Telehealth to NJ Residents

Danielle is one of our clinical supervisors and also works with teens and adults, specializing in work with depression, anxiety, trauma, life transitions, recovery, and substance misuse. When working with those in recovery or facing addiction challenges, she focuses on utilizing Motivational Interviewing to evoke change, as well as recognizing abstinence based approaches and harm-reduction techniques. In her practice with teens, adults and older adults, she focuses on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-focused techniques and uses a trauma and resilliency lens. Danielle graduated with her Masters in Social Work from the University of Connecticut with a focus in substance use. She is currently offering telehealth sessions on Mon & Tuesday: 12 PM-7 PM, Wednesday: 10 AM-8 PM, Thursday 11 AM-8 PM and Friday 10 AM-5 PM. Currently she is offering telehealth sessions only but will also offer in-person appointments at our Bloomfield office once it re-opens.

PAULA BARDALES, MSW, LCSW

Psychotherapist
Jersey City Office
Providing Telehealth to NJ and NY Residents

Paula works with adults and couples with a focus on relationship issues, anxiety, depression, trauma, and supporting women and couples going through infertility, pregnancy, postpartum stages, and parenting.  With couples, Paula uses the Gottman Method, an evidence-based model that helps couples feel heard and understood by their partners while they build a lasting relationship.  Paula has been in the field for more than ten years and uses a variety of evidence-based techniques including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Stages of Change, Feminist Theory, DBT, and the Strength-based perspective.  She earned her Masters of Social Work from Stony Brook University and is working toward her Certificate in Perinatal Mental Health.  Paula offers telehealth sessions on Mondays, and Thursdays from 12pm-10pm, Tuesdays and Fridays from 9am-3pm, Wednesday 7pm-10pm, and Saturdays from 8am-1pm. When the office re-opens in early 2022, she will have some in-office availability as well.

HILRY HAZELWOOD, MSW, LCSW

Clinical Supervisor & Psychotherapist
Jersey City Office
Providing Telehealth to NJ and NY Residents

Hilry works with teens, adults and couples, with a focus on trauma, depression, anxiety, and LGBTQ+ community issues. She has worked in the field for 10 years and uses different modalities and techniques such as mindfulness, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, solution-focused and psychodynamic psychotherapies. Hilry has a certificate in perinatal therapy from the Postpartum Support International and works with new moms and dads, navigating the challenges of this stage in life. Most importantly, though, she is guided by the person sitting in front of her, and will work with her clients to identify their unique needs and goals for therapy. Hilry earned her Masters of Social Work from New York University and she is a licensed clinical social worker in NJ and NY. Hilry works Mondays, Thursdays and Fridays, from 10:00am-6:00pm, Tuesdays, from 2:00pm-8:00pm and Wednesdays, from 12:00pm-8:00pm. Currently, she is offering telehealth sessions only but will also offer in-person appointments at our Jersey City office once it re-opens.

ROSA GOMEZ, M.S. LMFT

Psychotherapist
Jersey City & Bloomfield Offices Providing Telehealth to NJ Residents

Rosa earned her masters from Seton Hall University in Marriage and Family Therapy and is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who works with couples, families, individuals, and teens, assisting them on their path to growth, healing, and happiness. In her work with couples, Rosa specializes in the Gottman Method, a research-based approach that offers practical tools to improve communication, engage in healthy conflict, and increase emotional connection. She has extensive experience working with couples who are struggling to connect, as well as families dealing with the stressors of life transitions, and individuals who want to address anxiety, depression, racial-related trauma, and substance abuse. In her work with individuals, Rosa draws on modalities such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), contextual therapy, and solution-focused therapy. When working with families, Rosa draws on modalities such as structural family therapy (SFT) and emotionally-focused family therapy.  Rosa always tailors her approach to help clients meet their goals as she believes therapy is a collaborative effort. She works Mondays from 10-2, Tuesdays from 10-8, Wednesdays from 10-3/6-8:30, Thursdays from 10-8:30, and Fridays from 10-7.  Rosa is offering tele-health sessions only during COVID-19 but normally offers both in-person and video sessions.

JANINE TERRITO, MSW, LSW

Psychotherapist
Jersey City Office
Providing Telehealth to NJ Residents

Janine works with adults, with a special focus on mental health challenges related to infertility, pregnancy and postpartum. She believes in working creatively and collaboratively to help clients heal, grow, and achieve their goals. Janine has experience in school social work, and has worked with children with emotional and behavioral challenges. Janine has also completed perinatal training from Postpartum Support International. Her practice is informed by her training as a birth doula and her own experiences with parenthood, stepparenthood, adoption, and blended and multicultural families. Janine has her Masters in Education from Harvard University and her Masters in Social Work from Rutgers University.  She works on Tuesdays and Fridays, from 9:00am - 6:00pm, on Wednesdays and Thursdays from 2:00pm - 9:00pm, and Saturdays from 9:00am-5:00pm.

SHAKIRAH EWELL, M.S., LPC, NCC

Psychotherapist
Jersey City Office & Telehealth
Providing Telehealth to NJ Residents

Shakirah works with couples, adults, teens, and kids helping clients cope with trauma, depression, anxiety, and postpartum or infertility concerns.  Shakirah uses the Gottman Method in her work with couples to improve communication and increase emotional connection.  She specializes in cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and motivational interviewing techniques and is both a Licensed Professional Counselor and a National Certified Counselor. Shakirah also has certificates in Perinatal Mental Health, Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Spiritual Competency Training. Her practice is informed by her own experiences as a mother and by her spiritual orientation.  For clients who wish to do so, Shakirah can integrate Islamic principles and beliefs along with therapeutic techniques in session.  She has her Masters of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Walden University and works Mondays and Wednesdays from 9:00am-5:00pm, Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9:00am-4:00pm and 6:30pm-8:30pm and Fridays from 9:00am-12:30pm and 2:30pm-5:00pm. Currently Shakirah is offering telehealth only due to COVID-19 but normally offers both in-person and video sessions.

ZAHAYRA CARINO, MSW, LSW

Psychotherapist
Bloomfield Office & Telehealth
Providing Telehealth to NJ Residents

Zahayra works with children, teens, adults and couples and has special expertise working with depression, anxiety, and trauma, especially race-related trauma. She is passionate about helping clients meet their goals and improve their overall well-being. Zahayra uses modalities like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Mindfulness-Based Interventions, and the Nurtured Heart Approach. In her work with couples, Zahayra draws on the Gottman Method, an evidenced-based therapeutic approach that increases effective communication and emotional connection. Her work emphasizes individualized treatment plans and collaborative therapy sessions as she believes that client’s are the experts in their lives and experiences. Zahayra is currently offering telehealth sessions on Tuesdays and Wednesdays 8:00am-12:00pm, 1:00pm-5:00pm, Thursdays 8:00am-5:00pm, Fridays 11:00am-8:00pm, and Saturdays 9:00am-4:00pm.  After we re-open this summer she will have some in-office availability as well.

ROBYN WILSON, MSW, LSW, CLC

Psychotherapist
Jersey City Office & Telehealth
Providing Telehealth to NJ and NY Residents

Robyn works with adult individuals and couples. She specializes in helping clients work through depression, anxiety, grief and loss, life transitions, career concerns, relationship issues, and mental health challenges related to perinatal experiences (e.g., infertility, pregnancy, postpartum anxiety and depression). In her work with adult individuals, Robyn uses a combination of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness, Solution-focused techniques, and a Strengths-based approach, as well as coaching, to meet clients’ unique needs. In couples work, Robyn utilizes the Gottman Method, an evidenced-based therapeutic approach that increases effective communication and emotional connection. Robyn is passionate about helping her clients identify and maximize their strengths, and work through their challenges, so that they can improve their overall well-being, achieve their goals, and live more fulfilling and joyful lives on their terms. Robyn earned her Bachelor's in Psychology from Georgetown University and her Master’s in Social Work from Columbia University, and she is a Licensed Social Worker in NJ and NY. Robyn is also a Certified Life Coach and Grief Coach, and she has completed training in Perinatal Mental Health Counseling. Robyn works Mondays from 8am-5pm, Tuesday from 9am-8pm, Wednesdays from 8:30-4:30pm, Thursdays from 9:30am-8pm and Friday from 8:30am-3:00pm.

ALISON M. URBAN, MSW, LSW

Psychotherapist
Bloomfield Office
Providing Telehealth to NJ Residents

Alison works with kids, teens, and young adults, with a special focus on helping children, teens, and families. In her work with kids and teens she uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Play Therapist, and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy and works with parents to implement strategies that work well for the family. In couples work, Alison draws on the Gottman method to increase emotional connection and improve communication.  With adult individuals, she uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, mindfulness, and narrative therapies. Alison graduated with her Masters in Social Work from Rutgers University with a certificate in Promoting Child and Adolescent Well-Being.. Alison works Tuesdays from 8 - 5 pm Wednesdays and Thursdays 2 pm-9 pm, Fridays 8 am – 5 pm and Saturdays 9-5 pm. Currently she is offering telehealth sessions only but will also offer in-person appointments at our Bloomfield offices once they re-open.

KATERYNA SHUSHVAL B.A.

Psychotherapy Intern
Bloomfield Office and Telehealth Providing Telehealth to NJ Residents

Kateryna works with teens, adults and couples navigating life transitions, stress, relationship issues, and personal growth. She draws on mindfulness and Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT) to help individuals reclaim awareness and reconnect with themselves and those around them and the Gottman Method to help couples connect through effective communication. She is also a certified meditation teacher and incorporates this approach along with other stress-reduction techniques.  Kateryna is one of our counseling interns and is getting a dual masters degree in professional counseling and school counseling at Seton Hall University.  Kateryna believes that each individual holds the key to wellness and healing, and she approaches therapy through a culturally competent and empathic lens. Kateryna works in the Bloomfield Office and offers telehealth on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10am-8pm.  When the office re-opens she will have in-person appointments as well.

SAJJADAH AL-AMIN B.A.

Psychotherapy Intern
Bloomfield Office and Telehealth Providing Telehealth to NJ Residents

Sajjadah works with adults, couples and teens with a focus on family and relationship challenges, overcoming addiction, and navigating a spiritual identity. In her work with adults and teens, Sajjadah draws on Narrative Therapy and Systems Theory. In her work with couples, Sajjadah uses the Gottman Method to help couples improve communication and increase emotional connection. Sajjadah is one of our counseling interns and is pursuing a dual Master’s in Professional and School counseling. She works in the Bloomfield Office and currently offers telehealth on Mondays 10:00am to 2:00pm, Tuesdays from 10:00am-8:00pm, and Thursdays from 9:00am-3:00pm.  When the office re-opens she will have in-person appointments as well.

AMOS KAMIL, MSW, LSW

Psychotherapist
Bloomfield Office
Providing Telehealth to NJ Residents

Amos works with adults and couples with a special focus on men's issues as well as on helping clients recover from trauma and abuse to move toward a happier, healthier, more authentic life.  In his work with kids and teens, Amos uses Family Systems, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Internal Family Systems. In couples work, Amos draws on the Gottman method to increase emotional connection and improve communication.  He earned his Masters in Social Work from New York University, as well as his Masters in Fine Arts, and is a Licensed Social Worker.  Amos works Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 8 - 4 pm, Thursdays 12 pm-9 pm, and Sundays 2-9 pm. Currently he is offering telehealth sessions only but will also offer in-person appointments at our Bloomfield offices once they re-open.

MAX LAFFEND, M.S., LSW

Psychotherapist
Jersey City Office
Providing Telehealth to NJ Residents

Max earned their masters from Seton Hall in Social Work.  They are a Licensed Social Worker who specializes in work with couples and individuals to maximize strengths and develop practical strategies for moving forward.  In their work with couples, Max draws on the Gottman Method, a research-based approach for helping couples heal and connect.  With individuals, they use cognitive-behavioral and solution-focused modalities.  Max’s work emphasizes evidence-based practices and customized treatment plans to help clients meet their goals.  They also work with LGBTQ teens and adults at our local Hudson Pride Center.  Max works on Mondays from 3-8:30pm, Thursdays from 8am-noon, and Saturday from 8am to 2pm.  They are offering telehealth only during COVID-19 but normally offer both in-person and video sessions.

MADELINE SALERNO, MSW, LSW

Psychotherapist
Jersey City Office & Telehealth
Providing Telehealth to NJ and NY Residents

Madeline works with children, teens, and adults, using modalities like art therapy, Mindfulness-Based Stress Relief, and CBT to help people move toward happier, healthier lifestyles.  She has a special focus on grief and loss as well as perinatal and postpartum experiences and developmental disabilities.  In addition to experience in counseling settings, Madeline has also worked in hospital-based labor and delivery settings supporting women and families facing all kinds of loss and difficulty.  She is also a certified yoga teacher and offers meditation and body-based work in addition to talk-therapy.  Madeline obtained her Masters in Social Work from New York University and works Mondays, Tuesdays and Fridays from 7:00am-3:00pm and Wednesdays and Thursdays from 12:00pm-8:00pm. Currently Madeline is offering telehealth only due to COVID-19 but normally offers both in-person and video sessions.

AUDREY AUGUSTAVE, M.A., LAC, LCADC, NCC

Site Director & Psychotherapist
Recovery & Family Restoration Center
Jersey City Office
Providing Telehealth to NJ Residents

Audrey works exclusively with coparenting, couples and families. She specializes in helping family systems impacted by addition and/or mental health concerns and utilizes her extensive experience in the substance abuse field to help strengthen and rebuild connection. She is also enthusiastic about assisting couples through infidelity history, intimacy & sex concerns, major life transitions, and frequent miscommunication using the Gottman Method. Audrey believes strongly in blending an empathetic approach with a healthy dose of honest reflection by compassionately challenging her clients to reach their goals. In addition to her therapeutic work, Audrey runs a podcast “Un-Loc’d” where she explores mental health and identity related topics through the Caribbean lens, a population she is extremely passionate about serving. Audrey earned her master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at New Jersey City University, is a Licensed Associate Counselor, a Licensed Clinical Alcohol and Drug Counselor, a National Certified Counselor (NCC), and is beginning a Sex Counseling Certification. Audrey offers telehealth sessions on Mondays 11:00am – 6:30pm, Tuesdays 10:00am – 4:30pm, Wednesdays 11:00am – 5:30pm, Thursdays 9:00am – 5:00pm, and Sundays 9:00am – 7:00pm.

KAREN MITCHELL, MSW, LSW

Site Director & Psychotherapist
Maplewood Office
Providing Telehealth to NJ Residents

Karen works with teens, adults, couples, and families.  In her work with adolescents and families, she utilizes a Bowen Family Systems lens, emphasizing the family as a system where helping one person helps the whole.  In couples work, Karen draws on the Gottman method and Imago therapies to increase emotional connection and improve communication.  With adult individuals, she uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, mindfulness, and narrative therapies. Karen specializes in work with trauma as well--she is certified in EMDR, a research-based treatment for traumatic memories, and incorporates this technique and other body-based work to treat survivors of abuse and sexual assault.  Karen often draws on neuroscience to explain behaviors and works with clients to understand the biological “why” behind their reactions, which empowers them to create more adaptive and useful life experiences.  She received her masters from Rutgers University, graduating with top honors, and is a Licensed Social Worker.  Karen works Mondays 12pm-8:30pm, Tuesdays & Wednesdays 12pm-9pm Thursday 9am-5pm, and Friday 9am-3pm.  Currently she is offering telehealth sessions only but will also offer in-person appointments at our Bloomfield office once it re-opens.

TOVA MCCALL, MSW, LSW, PMH-C

Site Director
Family Wellness Support Center
Jersey City Office
Providing Telehealth to NJ and NY Residents

Tova is a Licensed Social Worker who works with couples, families, individuals, teens, and children.  She earned her masters from the Silberman School of Social Work at Hunter College, has experience in school counseling, and is certified in Perinatal Mental Health counseling. Tova specializes in work with new moms and women who are pregnant or post-conception, supporting them in the challenges that can arise in these stages of life. In her work with couples, Tova uses the Gottman Method, an evidenced-based therapeutic approach that increases effective communication and emotional connection. With children and teens and their families, Tova uses play therapy and narrative therapy methods within a family systems lens.  Tova values a holistic perspective in therapy, using the approach that will help each client most effectively, from CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy) techniques to trauma repair to practical supports like goal-setting and self-care ideas. She is fluent in French and English (and speaks Spanish at an intermediate level).  Tova works Monday through Friday from 9:00am – 5:00pm.  Currently Tova is offering telehealth only due to COVID-19 but normally offers both in-person and video sessions.

JOEL LEVINE, M.S., LCSW, LPC, LCADC, LMFT

Executive Director
Bloomfield Office

Joel completed his Masters in Social Work at Fordham University and has been in the field for twenty years.  He runs our weekly treatment team meetings, providing clinical supervision and guidance to our staff therapists.  Joel is licensed as a Marriage and Family Therapist, Clinical Social Worker, Professional Counselor, and a Clinical Alcohol and Drug Counselor.  He is also certified as a Master Addiction Counselor, Advanced Alcohol and Drug Addiction Counselor, Internationally Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor, as well as a Nationally Certified Counselor.  He currently works as a therapist, agency director, and educator and is an invaluable member of our team.  (Joel does not see clients at RCC but instead supervises our clinical team drawing on his wealth of experience).

MELISSA SCHNEIDER, MSW, LCSW

Practice Owner
Jersey City Office
Providing Telehealth to NJ and NY Residents

Melissa is our practice owner as well as staff therapist and a seasoned speaker and trainer.  After getting her masters in Clinical Social Work at Columbia University, she worked as a Wall St. wellness counselor and consultant for many years.  Melissa is trained in the Gottman Method, a research-based approach to strengthening relationships.  Some very smart people have spent decades studying what factors matter most in happy relationships and Melissa specializes in teaching the tools, strategies, and mindsets people can use to heal, gain clarity, make decisions, and grow a great relationship.  She launched Resolution Counseling Center in 2019 to create a user-friendly place for local couples, individuals, and teens to get excellent care from a hand-picked staff of caring professionals.  She is not taking on new clients in 2020 to focus on growing the business, but she is available to speak at conferences, workshops, retreats, or community events.