OUR THERAPISTS

MARGARET BOLANOS, MSW, LSW

Psychotherapist
Millburn Office

Providing In-Person and Telehealth Sessions to NJ Residents

Sessions Provided in English and Spanish
Works With: Kids, Teens, Adults, and Couples

Meet Margaret Now. Margaret supports clients and families navigating depression, anxiety, trauma including generational trauma, and adolescent academic and social challenges.  In her work with couples, Margaret uses Gottman Method couples counseling techniques to help partners feel understood as they make changes.  With individuals, she combines cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) with a trauma focus. Margaret provides a safe space for her clients to explore strengths and challenges through a cultural lens. She received her Master’s degree in Social Work from Rutgers University and is a Licensed Social Worker. She works Mon-Fri with in-person sessions on Mondays and Tuesdays.

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GERI LOPEZ, LAC

Psychotherapist

Jersey City Office

Providing In-Person and Telehealth Sessions to NJ Residents

Sessions Provided in English and Spanish

Works With: Adults, Kids, Teens, Families

Meet Geri Now. Geri Lopez specializes in treating anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, and loss.  She has a special focus on working with LGBTQIA+ clients, family conflicts, as well as the social, emotional, and academic challenges of childhood. In her work with young children, teens, and parents, Geri draws from her background in Trauma Informed Care, Play Therapy, Child-Parent Relationship Training, and Parent Coaching to support families. With adults, Geri utilizes Motivational Interviewing and Trauma-Informed Care therapy to identify strengths and challenges and set goals. Geri received her Master's degree from New Jersey City University, NJ. Geri works Mon-Fri with in-person appointments on Tuesdays and Fridays and has day and evening appointments. 

JENNY CHOI, MSW, LSW

Psychotherapist

Bloomfield Office

Providing In-Person and Telehealth Sessions to NJ Residents

Works With: Kids, Teens, Adults, and Couples

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Meet Jenny Now. Jenny is passionate about meeting people wherever they are in their life's journey and walking alongside them at their own pace. She has experience working with adults, teens, and children on topics including depression, anxiety, substance abuse, grief, trauma, and relational issues. She incorporates motivational interviewing and CBT into her sessions while taking a collaborative approach to treatment. She earned her Masters Degree in Social Work from Rutgers University with an Addictions Certificate. Jenny is available virtually on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays, and in person at the Bloomfield office on Fridays and Saturdays.

JEANIE DEMARIO, MA, LAC, NCC

Psychotherapist

Jersey City Office

Providing In-Office & Telehealth to NJ Residents

Sessions Provided in English & Korean

Works With:  Adults and Couples

Meet Jeanie Now. Jeanie specializes in premarital counseling, couples work, anxiety, addiction and recovery, and healing from abuse and trauma. She is pursuing her certification in EMDR, an evidence-based trauma treatment. She has special training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Gottman Method couples counseling as well as a certificate in Addiction Studies.  Jeanie also provides a safe place for processing spiritual trauma, strict religious upbringings, religious trauma, and family pressures. Jeanie believes in the importance of a strong therapeutic alliance between client and clinician and uses this approach to serve families with concerns they may prefer to address with a clinician who understands their cultural norms. Jeanie earned her Masters degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Liberty University and currently offers telehealth and in-person sessions from Monday to Friday with day and evening openings.

JILLIAN MYERS, MSW, LSW

Psychotherapist
Bloomfield Office & Telehealth
Providing In Person and Telehealth to NJ Residents
Works With:  Couples and Adults

Meet Jillian Now. Jillian focuses on depression, anxiety, and relationship issues as well as supporting older adult populations.  Her approach focuses on collaborative therapy sessions and the strengths-based approach. In couples work, Jillian draws on the Gottman method and works to foster improved emotional connection and communication. Jillian earned her Masters degree in social work from Rutgers University with a certificate in Aging and Health. Jillian works with clients Tuesday through Saturday.

JACQUELINE RODRIGUEZ, MSW, LSW

Psychotherapist

Bloomfield Office

Providing In-Person and Telehealth Sessions to NJ Residents
Works With: Adults and Teens

Meet Jacqueline Now. Jacqueline specializes in working with multicultural populations, depression, anxiety, trauma, low self-esteem, and LGBTQIA+ experiences. In her work, Jacqueline utilizes cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), trauma-focused CBT (TF-CBT), motivational interviewing, and strength-based approaches. Jacqueline believes in creating a safe, supportive environment for her clients to explore personal issues in a nonjudgmental space. She received her MSW from Monmouth University and is a Licensed Social Worker. She works Tuesdays and Thursdays from 1pm to 9pm; Wednesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays from 8am to 4pm.

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REBECCA WALSMAN, MSW, LSW

Psychotherapist
Millburn Office
Providing In-Person and Telehealth Sessions to NJ Residents
Works With: Kids, Teens, Adults and Couples

Meet Rebecca Now. Rebecca strengthens individuals and families, restoring peace, hope, and confidence in her clients’ lives. She explores and respects all aspects of her clients’ wellness including the connection between mind, body, relationships, and spirituality. Rebecca specializes in depression, anxiety, behavioral issues, relationship conflict, addiction recovery, body image and self-esteem, trauma, and grief for children/teens, women, and couples. She adapts therapeutic methods to client needs including the use of CBT, DBT, play therapy, the Gottman Method, solution-focused therapy, and trauma-informed therapy. She has worked with children, teens, women, and families for over 20 years. Rebecca received her master’s degree in social work from Rutgers University and is a Licensed Social Worker. She has telehealth appointments on M, T, W, and F, and in-person sessions available on Thursdays and Saturdays. 

MARIANNE MALANAPHY, MSW, LSW

Psychotherapist

Millburn Office

Providing In-Person and Telehealth Sessions to NJ Residents
Works With: Teens, Adults, and Couples

Meet Marianne Now. Marianne specializes in supporting clients navigating anxiety, depression, relationship issues, adolescent academic and social challenges, and concerns related to infertility, pregnancy, post-partum wellness, and parenting. Marianne works with teens and young adults to support their social, emotional, and academic growth, drawing on techniques from CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy) and family systems work. She is pursuing her certificate in Perinatal Mental Health and works with women and couples in all stages of starting a family. Marianne is also trained in Gottman Method couples counseling, an evidence-based approach to helping partners feel understood so they can connect and move forward. Marianne received her Master’s degree from The University of Connecticut in Hartford, with a concentration in Women, Children, and Families. She works Monday-Friday and offers in-person sessions on Mondays and Thursdays.

ALLISON GAYDOS, MSW, LSW

Psychotherapist
Jersey City Office
Providing In-Person and Telehealth Sessions to NJ Residents
Works With: Adults

Meet Allison Now. Allison specializes in trauma, PTSD, addiction, co-occurring disorders, depression, and anxiety. She works with individual adult and teen clients utilizing an integrative approach drawing from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) techniques. Allison is trained to use EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Therapy) to reprocess and reduce traumatic memories and the high-intensity emotions they trigger.  Allison obtained her Masters of Social Work and Addiction Counselor Training Certificate from Rutgers University. Allison works Sunday to Thursday with in-office days on Sundays and Tuesdays.

PIERCE BOURGET, MSW, LSW (THEY/THEM)

Psychotherapist
Jersey City Office and Telehealth
Providing In-Person and Telehealth Sessions to NJ Residents
Works With:  Couples, Adults, and Teens

Meet Pierce Now. Pierce has experience working with clients navigating issues such as anxiety, depression, substance use, and LGBTQIA+ identity and experience. Pierce focuses on making therapy as collaborative as possible with clients, employing a person-centered approach, and using modalities such as Narrative Therapy and Motivational Interviewing to accomplish this. In their work with couples, they use the Gottman Method to assist their clients in finding a more conducive way of communicating and managing difficult conversations. They not only consider a person’s experiences but also the societal context and environment around the person to better understand where their clients are coming from. Pierce is also guided by their experiences as a gay and nonbinary person. Pierce received their MSW from Rutgers University and is a Licensed Social Worker in NJ. Pierce works Tuesday through Saturday, with in-office days on Fridays and Saturdays.

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JAIME ELLIOTT, M.A., LPC

Licensed Professional Counselor
Certified School Psychologist
Providing Telehealth to NJ Residents
Works With:  Couples, Adults, Teens

Meet Jaime here.  Jaime specializes in relationship issues, depression, ADHD, anxiety, family conflict, and adolescent social and academic challenges. With couples, Jaime uses the Gottman Method, an evidenced-based 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 In Person and Telehealth to NJ Residents
Works With:  Couples, Adults, Teens, Kids

Meet Minimah Now. Minimah 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 in-person and telehealth counseling sessions.

ALISON M. URBAN, MSW, LSW

Psychotherapist
Bloomfield Office
Providing In Person and Telehealth to NJ Residents
Works With: Adults, Teens, Kids

Meet Alison Now. Alison specializes in play therapy, adolescent challenges, family conflict, and relationship issues. 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. 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 8am-5pm Wednesdays and Thursdays 2pm-9pm, Fridays 8am-5pm, and Saturdays 9-5pm. She is offering in-person and telehealth sessions. 

CHARLEY RAFFERTY, BSW, MSW CANDIDATE

Psychotherapy Intern
Jersey City Office 
Providing In-Person and Telehealth Sessions to NJ Residents
Works With: Kids, Teens, Adults, and Couples

Meet Charley Now. Charley focuses on trauma, anxiety, depression, and LGBTQIA+ community issues. She has worked with a wide demographic including children, adolescents, adults, and refugee populations. She utilizes a strengths-based approach and a trauma-informed lens with her clients. Charley focuses on strengthening personal autonomy and fostering empowerment from within to help clients build positive self-esteem. Charley is one of our Social Work interns and is pursuing her Masters Degree in Social Work at Montclair State University to accompany her Bachelors of Social Work from The University of Vermont. Charley works Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays with in-office days on Mondays, Thursdays, and Saturdays.

DIANNE COVER, MSW, LSW

Psychotherapist 
Bloomfield Office
Providing In Person and Telehealth to NJ residents 
Works with: Teens, Adults, Older Adults

Meet Dianne Now. Dianne specializes in depression, anxiety, substance abuse and recovery, relationship issues, stress management, and grief. She works with adults to establish a safe and non-judgmental space, utilizing mindfulness and compassion in her work. With teens, Dianne works to understand the whole individual and their family in order to connect with and develop a confident identity and healthy relationships. Dianne has experience in hospice care and can support families through the challenges of that season. She earned her Masters in Social Work from Rutgers University. She is offering in-person and telehealth sessions. Dianne works Monday to Friday and offers day and evening appointments.

OLGA BALAKOVA, MA, LAC, LCADC, NCC

Psychotherapist

Jersey City Office

Providing In-Office & Telehealth to NJ Residents

Sessions Provided in English & Russian

Works With:  Couples and Adults

Meet Olga Now. Olga 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 experience 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 in-person and telehealth sessions. 

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

Psychotherapist
Jersey City Office
Providing Telehealth to NJ Residents
Works With:  Couples and Coparents

Audrey works exclusively with coparenting, couples, and families. She specializes in helping family systems impacted by addiction and/or mental health concerns and utilizes her extensive experience in the substance abuse field to help strengthen and rebuild connections. 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.

HUNTER TARVIN, MSW, LSW

Psychotherapist
Jersey City Office
Providing In-Person and Telehealth Sessions to NJ  Residents
Works With: Adults

Meet Hunter Now.  Meet Hunter Now. Hunter is a psychotherapist that truly loves what she does. Hunter specializes in anxiety, depression, grief, low self-esteem, recovery from trauma, relationship issues, and familial issues. In her work with individuals, Hunter values the therapeutic relationship in her work and believes that therapy is not a ‘one size fits all’ approach. Hunter utilizes a psychodynamic approach focusing on CBT, DBT, Narrative Therapy, and Emotionally- Focused Therapy (EFT) all through a strength-based lens. Hunter promotes a supportive and caring relationship with her clients to help individuals recognize and value their own resiliency. Hunter received her Master’s degree from New York University Silver School of Social work and is a Licensed Social worker. Hunter provides both in-person and telehealth counseling sessions Sunday-Thursday, with in-office days on Sundays and Thursdays.

SARA MILLER, MSW, LSW

Psychotherapist
Millburn Office
Providing In-Person and Telehealth to NJ Residents
Works With: Adults

Meet Sara Now. Sara specializes in anxiety, grief, depression, relationship issues, self-esteem, and body image. She uses elements from cognitive behavioral therapy, psychodynamic therapy, and mindfulness-based therapy to work with clients in a collaborative way. Sara focuses on a strength-based approach to help clients become experts on themselves and contribute to their personal growth. She also has experience with young adults struggling with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), anxiety, and adjustment disorder. Sara received her Masters of Public Health from Texas A&M University, her Masters of Social Work from The Catholic University of America, and is a Licensed Social Worker in New Jersey. Sara is available for in-person and telehealth counseling sessions Tuesday-Saturday, with in-office days on Wednesday and Saturday.

ROSA GOMEZ, M.S. LMFT

Psychotherapist
Jersey City Office
Providing In-Person and Telehealth to NJ Residents
Works With: Adults and Couples

Meet Rosa Now. 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 struggling to connect, 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 telehealth sessions and in-person sessions.

MIRANDA RICKEL, MSW, LSW

Psychotherapist

Bloomfield Office

Providing In-Person and Telehealth Sessions to NJ Residents
Works with: Teens, Adults, and Couples

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Meet Miranda Now. Miranda specializes in supporting clients through stress, anxiety, depression, substance use, trauma, identity exploration, and self-esteem development. Miranda collaborates with clients to utilize CBT, DBT, motivational interviewing, narrative therapy, and humor through a strengths-based and trauma-informed lens. She strives to support clients in reaching their goals and understanding themselves. Miranda graduated from the University of Kansas with a Masters in Social Work. Miranda offers teletherapy appointments Tuesday 1 PM-9 PM, Wednesday 1PM-9PM, Thursday 10AM-6PM, and in-person appointments Friday 10AM-6PM and Saturday 10 AM-6 PM.

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AMOS KAMIL, MSW, LSW

Psychotherapist
Bloomfield Office
Providing In Person and Telehealth to NJ Residents
Works With:  Couples, Adults, Teens

Meet Amos Now. Amos specializes in men's issues, relationship issues, recovery from trauma and abuse, and adolescent challenges. In his specialty work with the male population, Amos helps his clients experience satisfaction in work and life, reshape meaning and identify their life’s purpose, find ways to express a wider range of emotions, create deeper, more meaningful relationships, learn tools to overcome negative emotions and become a better father, son, husband, friend. 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 from the American Film Institute.

REBECCA ST LOUIS, LAMFT

Psychotherapist
Bloomfield Office
Providing In-Person and Telehealth Sessions to NJ Residents
Works With: Teens, Adults, Couples, Families

Meet Rebecca Now. Rebecca has experience working with teens, adults, couples, families, and first-generation Americans navigating issues such as trauma, anxiety, depression, grief, imposter syndrome, relationship issues, and familial issues. Using elements from trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), structural family therapy, and narrative therapy, Rebecca focuses on a strength-based approach to help clients contribute to their personal growth by strengthening personal autonomy, restricting hierarchy in families, and fostering empowerment to help clients build healthy self-esteem. Rebecca received her Masters degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from Kean University and is a Licensed Associate Marriage and Family Therapist in New Jersey. Rebecca is available for in-person sessions at our Bloomfield location and telehealth counseling sessions on Monday-Friday, with in-office days on Mondays and Thursdays. 

COURTNEY S. TAYLOR, LCSW, LCADC

Clinical Supervisor and Psychotherapist

Bloomfield Office

Providing Telehealth to NJ, ME, and NC Residents

Works With: Adults 

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Meet Courtney Now. Courtney specializes in substance use disorders, women’s issues, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, interpersonal relationships, boundaries, midlife transitions, emotional regulation, spirituality, inner child work, shame, and codependency.  She works to help clients identify not only vulnerabilities but strengths and core wisdom as they journey to recover their authentic selves.  In couples work, Courtney draws on the Gottman method to increase emotional connection and improve communication.  When offering support to her clients, Courtney draws upon an eclectic mix of interventions including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness, and the Emotional Freedom Technique (tapping) for trauma recovery.  She believes that providing unconditional positive regard is essential to creating a safe holding space. Courtney holds a Masters in Social Work from Fordham University and is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker as well as a Licensed Clinical Alcohol and Drug Counselor.   Courtney works Monday and Tuesday, 11am-7pm and Wednesday-Friday 7am-3pm.

HEYDON HENSLEY MSW, LSW (THEY/THEM)

Psychotherapist
Jersey City Office
Providing In-Person and Telehealth to NJ, NY & MA Residents
Works With:  Couples, Adults, Teens, Kids

Meet Heydon Now. Heydon supports clients navigating anxiety, trauma, and family conflict, as well as LGBTQIA+/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 with in-office sessions on Fridays and Saturdays.

MADELINE SALERNO, MSW, LSW

Psychotherapist
Jersey City Office & Telehealth
Providing In-Person and Telehealth Sessions to NJ & NY Residents
Works With:  Adults, Teens, Kids

Meet Madeline Now. Madeline specializes in anxiety, grief, loss, adolescent challenges, development disabilities, as well as perinatal and postpartum experiences.  She incorporates modalities like art therapy, Mindfulness-Based Stress Relief, and CBT to help people move toward happier, healthier lifestyles.  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 Monday to Friday with in-office days on Mondays and Tuesdays.

CECIL GAUER, MSW, LSW

Psychotherapist

Millburn Office

Providing In-Person and Telehealth to NJ Residents

Works With: Kids, Teens, Adults, Couples

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Meet Cecil Now. Cecil helps clients navigate anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, and LGBTQIA+ identity and experiences. Cecil looks at therapy as a collaborative process and uses strength-based, person-centered, and solution-focused therapy in his work while drawing on his experiences as a bisexual transgender man. With couples, Cecil uses the Gottman Method to support traditional relationships, non-monogamy, and kink orientations. He conducts his work with a focus on social justice, making sure to examine not only clients’ experiences but also their societal contexts. Cecil received his MSW from Rutgers University with a certificate in Violence Against Women and Children and is a Licensed Social Worker in NJ.  He works Tuesday to Saturday.  

ALISA DICKSON, MSW, LSW

Psychotherapist
Jersey City Office
Providing In-Person and Telehealth Sessions to NJ Residents
Works With:  Couples, Adults, and Teens

Meet Alisa Now. Alisa works from a collaborative, strengths-based approach, assisting and supporting clients to be the author of their own lives. Alisa believes clients should have a safe and healing place to work through life's difficulties. Alisa uses a variety of evidence-based techniques tailored to your individual therapeutic needs such as: Dialectical behavioral Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Crisis Intervention Model, and Mindfulness & Meditation. Alisa works with clients experiencing stress, anxiety, depression, disruptive behaviors (including substance misuse), relationship challenges, and self-esteem issues. Alisa can also incorporate self-care, wellness strategies, and even spirituality into your healing journey. In her work with couples, Alisa uses the Gottman Method, an evidence-based therapy to help couples strengthen their relationship and navigate difficult communication challenges. Alisa received her master’s degree in Social Work and Addiction Counseling Training from Rutgers University and works Sundays 10AM-2PM, Mondays ,Tuesdays, and Thursdays 10 AM-8PM, and Wednesdays 2PM- 8PM, with in-office days on Sundays and Wednesdays.

SHAY RODRIGUEZ, MSW, LSW

Psychotherapist
Bloomfield Office and Telehealth
Providing In-Person and Telehealth Sessions to NJ Residents
Works With: Couples, Adults, Kids and Teens

Meet Shay Now. Shay supports clients navigating depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, trauma, PTSD, borderline traits, anger management, interpersonal conflict, and addiction. Shay combines her belief in her client’s unique strengths to adjust, cope, and heal with methods like mindfulness, DBT-based emotion regulation techniques, and cognitive behavioral therapy.  With couples, Shay uses the Gottman Method to increase emotional connection and resolve conflicts. Shay comes from an addiction treatment background and supports clients and family members on their recovery journeys. To Shay, healing and growth don’t have to be lonely. Shay works Sunday through Thursday with in-office days on Sundays and Thursdays. 

PAULA BARDALES, MSW, LCSW

Psychotherapist
Jersey City Office
Providing In-Person and Telehealth Sessions to NJ & NY Residents
Works With:  Adults

Meet Paula Now. Paula specializes in relationship issues, anxiety, depression, trauma, and supporting women going through infertility, pregnancy, postpartum stages, and parenting. 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 works Monday to Friday with in-office days on Tuesdays.

MAX LAFFEND, MSW, LCSW

Psychotherapist
Jersey City Office
Providing In-Person and Telehealth Sessions to NJ Residents
Works With:  Couples, Adults

Meet Max Now. 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 LGBTQIA+ teens and adults at our local Hudson Pride Center.  Max works Tuesday to Saturday with in-office days on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays.

ZAHAYRA CARINO, MSW, LSW

Psychotherapist
Jersey City & Telehealth
Providing In-Person and Telehealth Sessions to NJ & NY Residents
Works With:  Couples and Adults
Speaks: English and Spanish

Meet Zahayra Now. Zahayra has special expertise working with trauma, specifically race-related trauma, depression, anxiety, and life transitions. Zahayra also works with the perinatal population and has a perinatal mood disorder certificate from the Postpartum Support International. She is passionate about helping clients meet their goals and improve their overall well-being. Zahayra uses modalities and practices like an Anti-Oppressive Practice, Cultural Humility, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Trauma-Informed Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Mindfulness-Based Interventions. 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 clients are the experts in their lives and experiences. Zahayra received her Masters Degree in Social Work from New York University Silver School of Social Work. Zahayra speaks English and Spanish and works Tuesday to Saturday with in-office days on Wednesdays and Saturdays.

KAYLA OGLETREE, MSW, LSW

Psychotherapist
Jersey City Office & Telehealth
Providing In-Person and Telehealth Sessions to NJ Residents
Wroks With:  Couples & Adults

Meet Kayla Now. Kayla specializes in stress, anxiety, depression, family conflict, anger management, relationship issues, grief and loss, and recovery from sexual abuse/assault and trauma.  She has a certificate in perinatal mental health and experience supporting new mothers and women who are pregnant and postpartum. In her experience as a school social worker, Kayla worked very closely with parents of children with special needs, emotional concerns and behavioral issues. Kayla uses CBT techniques, the strengths-based perspective, goal setting, self-care and mindfulness with clients. She believes in working collaboratively with her clients and identifying the strategies that work best for each individual. Kayla earned her masters degree in social work at Kean University in Union, NJ. Kayla works Sunday to Thursday with in-office days on Sundays and Wednesdays.

MALIKA COOK, MSW, LCSW

Clinical Supervisor & Psychotherapist
Jersey City Office
Providing In-Person and Telehealth Sessions to NJ Residents
Works With: Families, Couples, Adults, and Teens

Meet Malika Now. Malika specializes in familial matters, depression, anxiety, and coping with life transitions. In her work with teens and adults, she draws from evidenced-based therapies including MI, CBT, and TARGET to decrease stress, regain personal control and promote healthy thoughts and actions while finding practical solutions to life challenges. In her work with families, Malika utilizes Nurtured Heart and ARC along with a Family Systems lens which helps address parenting struggles, adolescent challenges, and behavioral issues, to achieve emotion regulation, improved communication, and strengthen the family unit. Malika earned a Masters in Social Work from Kean University and is a NJ Licensed Clinical Social Worker.

Malika works Sunday to Thursday with in-office days on Mondays and Tuesdays.

MOLLY FARRELL, MSW, LSW

Psychotherapist
Jersey City Office 
Providing In-Person and Telehealth Sessions to NJ Residents
Works With:  Couples, Adults, Teens, and Kids

Meet Molly Now. Molly prioritizes a collaborative relationship and a customized treatment plan that works best for her clients and their families to meet their goals. Molly specializes in working with anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, self-esteem and behavioral challenges in children, adolescents, and young adults. Together with a strengths-based approach, she uses a combination of cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectic behavioral therapy, mindfulness, and play therapy. Through her experience working in a school setting, Molly has a background in academic struggles, peer conflict, parent-child relationships, and social skills. In her work with couples, Molly utilizes the Gottman Method. Molly earned her Masters of Social Work from Rutgers University with a certificate in “Promoting Child & Adolescent Well-being”. She provides both in-person and Telehealth counseling sessions Sunday-Thursday, with in-office days on Sunday and Tuesday afternoons and evenings. 

HILRY HAZELWOOD, MSW, LCSW

Clinical Supervisor & Psychotherapist
Jersey City Office
Providing In-Person and Telehealth Sessions to NJ & NY Residents
Works With:  Adults

Meet Hilry Now. Hilry focuses on trauma, depression, anxiety, and LGBTQIA+ 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 Monday to Friday with in-office days on Wednesdays and Fridays.

ANGELIKA BURDZY, MSW, LSW

Psychotherapist

Bloomfield Office

Providing In-Person and Telehealth to NJ residents

Sessions Provided in English or Polish

Works With:  Couples, Adults, Teens, Kids

Meet Angelika Now. Angelika specializes in stress management, anger management, impulse control, family conflict, depression, anxiety, and grief work. With couples, Angelika uses the Gottman Method to improve communication, understand conflict, and increase emotional connection.  In her work with adults and teens, Angelika utilizes cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), mindfulness-based therapy and strength-based approaches.  With children, a blend of play therapy and parenting strategies is utilized, and Angelika has experience working with at risk youth struggling with oppositional and conduct disorders as well.  Angelika graduated from Rutgers University Graduate School of Social Work and is a Licensed Social Worker.  She works Monday 7am-2pm, Tuesday 9:30am-7pm, Wednesday 2pm-9pm, Thursday 9:30am-7pm and Friday 8:00am-4pm. 

SUMMER BROWN, MSW, LSW

Site Director & Psychotherapist
Millburn Office
Providing In person and Telehealth to NJ Residents
Works With:  Couples, Adults, Teens, Kids

Meet Summer Now. Summer specializes in depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, trauma, LGBTQIA+ identify, chronic illness, people living with HIV/Aids and adjustment challenges. In her practice with teens and adults, Summer draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Mindfulness. Summer has the expertise to offer LGBTQIA+ 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 Millburn location, Tuesday, and Thursday 8-4 PM virtually, and Wednesday 12-8 PM virtually.

JANINE TERRITO, MSW, LSW

Psychotherapist
Jersey City Office
Providing In person and Telehealth to NY & NJ residents
Works With:  Adults, Teens, Kids

Meet Janine Now. Janine specializes in helping clients navigate infertility, pregnancy, and postpartum issues as well as childhood and adolescent issues and family transitions related to parenthood, adoption, and blended families. 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, step-parenthood, 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.

KAMESHA WALKINS, MSW, LSW

Site Director & Psychotherapist
Recovery & Family Restoration Center
Jersey City Office
Providing In person and Telehealth to NJ Residents
Works With:  Couples, Adults, Teens, Kids

Meet Kamesha Now. Kamesha specializes in providing affirming and restorative therapy to LGBTQIA+ 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.  She is offering telehealth sessions and in-person appointments at our Jersey City office.

CARLENE CHARLEMAGNE, BA, MBA

Psychotherapy Intern
Jersey City Office
Providing Telehealth to NJ Residents
Works With:  Couples, Adults, Teens

Carlene focuses 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.

ANDREW KONNERTH, BA

Psychotherapist Intern
Jersey City Office
Providing In-Person and Telehealth Sessions to NJ residents
Works with: Couples, Adults, Teens, Kids

Meet Andrew Now.  Andrew focuses on life transitions and challenges, stress and anxiety, identity, men’s issues, and relationship issues. He aims to foster a climate of support and growth through utilizing Narrative Therapy, Feminist Theory, and Rational Emotive Behavioral Therapy(REBT). With couples, Andrew accesses the Gottman Method with elements of Emotionally-Focused Therapy(EFT) to foster greater communication and connection. Andrew is one of our counseling interns and is pursuing a dual Master’s in Professional and School counseling at Seton Hall University. He works in the Jersey City Office and will offer telehealth on Tuesdays 2:00pm to 3:00pm, Wednesdays 9:00am to 1:00pm, Fridays from 11:00am to 7:30pm, and Saturdays from 9:00am to 5:30pm. He is offering in-person appointments and telehealth appointments. 

MARIAH APOLLON, BS

Psychotherapist Intern
Jersey City Office
Providing In-Person and Telehealth Sessions to NJ residents
Works with: Couples, Adults, Teens, Kids

Meet Mariah Now Fusing her background in education with the Gottman Method, Mariah specializes in collaborating with couples managing a difference in values of how-to parent children/adolescents with behavioral challenges, addictions, and trauma history. She also assists couples  through major transition points in their relationships such as: moving in together, becoming parents, and changes in roles. With adults, Mariah utilizes Narrative Therapy, DBT, and CBT to guide clients in relying on their innate skills and values to overcome problem areas of their life. Mariah is an advocate for social justice and believes in being intentional about infusing cultural competency in helping clients work through abuse, trauma, and neglect histories. Mariah is one of our counseling interns and is currently pursuing an M.A./Ed.S. in Professional Counseling at Seton Hall University.

LINDA STEWART, LCSW, LCADC

Clinical Supervisor & Psychotherapist

Millburn Office

Providing In-Person and Telehealth Sessions to NJ Residents
Works With: Adults & Couples

Meet Linda Now. Linda specializes in trauma, addiction and recovery, depression, anxiety, and relationship issues. She is one of our clinical supervisors and most experienced therapists. Linda has particular expertise in trauma work, drawing on modalities like EMDR, Prolonged Exposure therapy, and Cognitive Processing Therapy to reduce traumatic memories in veterans, first responders, and survivors of childhood and adult abuse and trauma. Linda is also a specialist in addiction and recovery and supports clients navigating the impacts of addiction in themselves or loved ones. In her career thus far, Linda has had the privilege of working with combat veterans and first responders. She is inspired by the lives of so many who have overcome mental, emotional, and relational difficulties to live full and meaningful lives. Linda’s goal for therapy is to create a safe and comfortable environment to explore challenges and lean on compassion, mindfulness, and acceptance to create positive and meaningful change. Linda works Mon-Fri in our Millburn office and offers telehealth across NJ. 

DANIELLE TISCHER, MSW, LCSW, CCTP

Executive Director & Psychotherapist 
Bloomfield Office
Providing Telehealth to NJ Residents
Works With:  Couples, Adults, Teens

Meet Danielle Now. Danielle is one of our clinical supervisors and specializes 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 resiliency lens. Danielle graduated with her Masters in Social Work from the University of Connecticut with a focus in substance use. 

KAREN MITCHELL, MSW, LCSW

Psychotherapist
Millburn Office
Providing In person and Telehealth to NJ Residents
Works With:  Couples, Adults, Teens

Karen specialize in depression, anxiety, family conflict, relationship issues, and adolescent challenges, 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.  Currently, she is offering telehealth sessions only.

TOVA MCCALL, MSW, LCSW, PMH-C

Site Director
Family Wellness Support Center
Jersey City Office
Providing In-Person and Telehealth Sessions to NJ & NY Residents
Works With:  Couples, Adults, Teens, Kids
Speaks: English, French and Intermediate-Level Spanish

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.  She earned her masters from the Silberman School of Social Work at Hunter College, has experience in school counseling, and is licensed Social Worker and is certified in Perinatal Mental Health counseling.  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. With clients struggling with PTSD, Tova uses Prolonged Exposure therapy, an evidence-based short-term model focusing on improving the lives of trauma victims. 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.  Tova works Monday to Friday with in-office days on Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays.

MELISSA SCHNEIDER, MSW, LCSW

Practice Owner
Jersey City Office
Providing Telehealth to NJ and NY Residents
Works With:  Couples, Adults

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.