Meet Our Team of Licensed Therapists For Dialectical Behavior Therapy Therapy

Hi, my name is Ailene Espiritu, LPC. I received my Bachelors in Psychology at Montclair State University and my Master's Degree in Mental Health Counseling at Columbia University, Teacher's College. I have a wide range of experience working in various work settings including o...
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Nailah Iszard, MEd, is a current Resident in Counseling. She has a previous history of conducting clinical intakes for clients in acute crises who were in need of behavioral health services. She aims to work with clients who are struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, dis...
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I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with twelve years of experience. My counseling approaches and interventions include person-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, trauma informed care, and more. I specialize in working with addiction, ...
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Welcome. My name is Courtney, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker based in New Jersey. I hold a Master’s Degree from Ramapo College of New Jersey and have extensive experience working with Community Mental Health agencies, special education schools, and outpatient the...
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Hello! My name is Matt Verlander. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with more than 15 years of experience helping others find healing. I earned my Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology from Gardner-Webb University, and my Master of Social Work degree from Radford Unive...
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I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over 15 years experience in the mental health field. I truly enjoy this profession and assisting the clients I have the privilege of working with meet their individual goals. I am experienced in working with clients diagnosed ...
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Welcome! I’m Chrysse Taylor, a Licensed Master Social Worker based in Virginia. I specialize in helping clients navigate anxiety, depression, trauma, addiction, relationship issues, and trauma. My approach is client-centered and holistic, focusing on each person's unique nee...
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I am Licensed Professional Counselor in both New Jersey and Pennsylvania. I earned my Master's of Science from Thomas Jefferson University in Community and Trauma Counseling. I believe that the foundation to a successful therapy experience lies in the power of the therapeutic ...
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I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) who has over 13 years of experience in the field. I have worked in various settings which include the following: in home therapist, outreach counselor, behavioral health advocate, acting team leader, clinical supervisor, senior cli...
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Dr. Dawn Hennessey is therapist, social entrepreneur, and the Founder/Executive Director of Faith Forward/Angel Arms Inc,. With over two decades of experience in counseling and nonprofit development, Dawn's expertise spans substance use, marriage and family dynamics, mental he...
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Shannon Monteiro is a Resident in Counseling in the state of Virginia. She received her Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology from South University in 2017. Shannon went on to graduate with her Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from South University in 2020. ...
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Hi! I'm Megan. I'm a licensed clinical social worker based in New Jersey. I have always been a lover of stories, and throughout my over a decade working as a therapist, I have been honored to help people write the next chapter of their lives in a way that brings them a sense o...
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Hi there! My name is MacKenzie Dressing. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), but you can just refer to me as MacKenzie, Kenzie, or as my family likes to call me, Mac. I have been in the mental health field for over 5 years and have extensive experience workin...
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Rasheede began her work in the community providing individual and family counseling. She’s always been passionate about helping my clients reach their fullest potential in the here and now. She has twenty+ years of mental health experience. Rasheede says that her life experi...
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As Ralph Waldo Emerson once said: “What lies behind us and what lies before us are tiny matters compared to what lies within us.” I believe that every individual has within themselves the resources they need to take actions towards creating the changes that align with thei...
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I am a Resident in Counseling, with over 10 years of experience working with a variety of cultures with issues such as life transitions, anxiety, depression and adolescent issues. Have you ever felt like you could not move past the feelings of loneliness? Or feeling like pa...
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I absolutely love to laugh and find the humor in even the most difficult of circumstances. My favorite part of the work that I do is seeing people experience those moments of clarity and growth that lead them to where they want to be; watching them realize their potential and ...
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Hello, I'm Ashley Weiman, and I specialize in creating a supportive and collaborative therapeutic environment where you take the lead in your journey towards healing. With a foundation in client-centered therapy, I prioritize your unique needs and perspectives. My approach co...
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Hello my name is Danielle Duboski and I am a Licensed Associate Counselor for New Jersey. I got my start in therapy working with teens in the center of Camden for the Center for Family Services providing individual, group, and social skills work to clients. I worked at a small...
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Hello! I’m Lauren (she/her), a Supervisee in Social Work working towards clinical licensure. I am originally from New England but have lived in the Shenandoah Valley for sixteen years. After receiving my BA in Social Work (BSW) in 2006, I worked in the field as a case manage...
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I began my journey into the world of psychology and therapy at a young age, having struggled myself with mental health during my teenage years I have always found myself wanting to help others with their mental health challenges. I started my educational path to becoming an LP...
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My name is Sarah Higbee, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I have been working as a social worker for about 8 years in many different fields, with many different people. My passion for mental health drives my work. I specifically focus on advocacy and empowerment of ...
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My name is Jill Powell. I am a licensed Professional counselor (LPC) and I have over 10 years experience in the mental health field. My passion is to help all adults of the lifespan find their strengths, and to help guide them to live their lives to their fullest potential. You w...
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Hi! My name is Chandni Patel. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Licensed Clinical Alcohol and Drug Counselor in New Jersey. I received my Masters of Social Work from Rutgers University. My work with clients focuses on enhancing overall quality of life by recognizing t...
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I graduated from Syracuse University with BA in Psychology. I then worked for many years in a few different mental health settings and worked with all ages. I moved to Virginia and began working for a CSB for several years providing individual and group therapy. I graduated wi...
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I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) dedicated to empowering individuals and families to overcome life's challenges. With 4 years of experience, I specialize in providing compassionate therapy and support for issues such as substance use, anxiety, depression, interper...
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Hi! I'm Cayley. I have been practicing as a therapist for over five years. I obtained a Bachelor of Science degree from Georgia Gwinnett College and a Master of Science degree from Brenau University. I have had success working to help adults and adolescents/teenagers with anxi...
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I first started working as a neurocognitive specialist for three years in the mental health field. I earned my Bachelors of Arts in psychology from La Salle University in 2017. I received my masters degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling with a certification of substance ...
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I am an experienced counselor who has worked with a variety of populations. I have been fortunate to work with children, teens, probation, substance abuse, LGBTQ, ADHD, depression and veterans. I have been blessed to work under some of the most knowledgable and qualified profe...
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Cheryl Thompson, Licensed Professional Counselor, has been working in the mental health field for 15+ years. She has been privileged to work in Day Treatment, Outpatient, Mental Health Supports, Psycho Social Rehab, Crisis Stabilization, Mobile Crisis, Crisis Intervention, and...
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Hello there, My name is Jennifer Sims. I am a licensed Mental Health Counselor (LPC) and have over 20 years of experience in the field. I have a solid foundation in utilizing techniques from Cognitive Behavioral therapy, Schema-Focused Cognitive Therapy, Motivational Interviewin...
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Hello, My name is Melissa Sutherland. I am a licensed professional counselor and clinical supervisor. I have been in the counseling field almost 25 years. My counseling journey has included working in private practice, colleges, hospital, outpatient programs, and employee assi...
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Hello. I am Jana Pounds, a Licensed Professional Counselor for Texas. I have experience with anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, relationships, biofeedback, and neurofeedback. I enjoy working with a variety of people who feel stuck in life and need someone to walk be...
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Hi! I'm Kayla Jackson, a Clinical Social Worker in Virginia with a passion for helping people help themselves. I want to support you as you pave a new path for yourself, providing honest feedback, strategies, and a safe space as you grow and move in the direction you want to g...
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My mission is to enhance mental well-being while actively working to decrease the stigma and shame associated with mental illness. I strive to provide empathetic and evidence-based therapeutic support, specializing in working with adolescents and adults. In my practice, I addr...
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I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and Board Certified in Telemental Health Counseling. I have experience working in outpatient mental health at community agencies, private practice, and drug and alcohol facilities. I use an eclectic approach, recognizing that each individ...
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My name is Helena Gage and I am a licensed clinical social worker. I hold a Masters in Social Work from Ramapo College of New Jersey. I have several years of experience working with adolescents and adults with a variety of mental health and substance use disorders, including, PTS...
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I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Certified Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor and have been practicing since 2008. I believe it is important to be person centered and meet people where they are in order to best support their goals. Creating a safe environment for pe...
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Hello! My name is Taylor Taylor, I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with experience working in outpatient therapy as well as the inpatient hospital setting. I have my BSW from James Madison University (Go DUKES!) and my MSW from George Mason University, with recently obtai...
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Tiffany is a Licensed Professional Counselor. She graduated from Monmouth University with her BSW and went on to obtain her Post Masters in Psychological Counseling. Tiffany started her career as a rape care advocate supporting survivors of sexual violence and as a case manage...
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My name is Tyler Bray (she/her). I am currently a Supervisee of Social Work in the state of VA and working towards being a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I have over 3 years of experience working in different settings including outpatient mental health clinics utilizing tele...
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Hi my name is Jackelyn Alvarez. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in New Jersey. I received my Masters of Social Work degree from Rutgers University in 2017. I have several years of experience working in various settings ranging from Respite care, Supportive housing, Outp...
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Hello! I am a licensed professional counselor and a Certified Clinical Anxiety Treatment Professional that has worked as a therapist for over 20 years and in the mental health field since 1997. I work primarily with adult individuals who are desiring help coping with life stresso...
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Hello, I am going to be honest, writing this bio was a little difficult because I spend most of my day focused on my clients. Whether you have self confidence or not it can be challenging to write about oneself in order to invoke a good impression but I’ll give it a shot !! I ...
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Hello! My name is Lauren Sandulli, and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Pennsylvania. I have over 15 years of experience working in various clinical settings ranging from inpatient psychiatric hospitals, community-based treatment programs, alternative school...
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Welcome and congratulations on being brave enough to take this first step. If you’re here, then it’s because you’re in pain and tired of dealing with it. You’ve gotten good at looking like you’re okay but inside you know you’re struggling. It’s okay that you don�...
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My name is Rhea Kisling and I’ve been working in the behavioral health field for over 20 years. It seems like just yesterday when I started working with families and children then eventually moved to working primarily with adults. I am passionate about supporting anyone who ...
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Hello. My name is Ebony Harrison. I am a licensed professional counselor with over 5 years of experience working with diverse populations in various settings such as community work, private practice, and hospital work. I work mostly with anxiety, grief, death/dying, and trauma. I...
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Welcome! My name is Alex Johnson and my pronouns are she/her/hers. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, with my Bachelors Degree from Oberlin College, and my Masters in Social Work from Columbia University. Working with a new therapist can be stressful - whether you have been ...
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My name is Dawn Mcilwaine and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Licensed Clinical Drug and Alcohol Counselor. I received my Master’s Degree in Social Work from Rutgers University in 2001 and I have over 20 years of experience working in behavioral health outpatient set...
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Hi there, I’m Kevin Murphy. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with significant experience providing psychotherapy in a variety of mental health settings. My experience ranges from running adolescent intensive outpatient groups (IOP) to working with older adults in long-te...
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Hello, I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with ten years of experience in various clinical settings, who specializes in treating adults struggling with depression, anxiety, substance use, trauma, relational strain, and life transitions. I practice using a collaborative empowe...
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Hello, my name is Aaron! I am a licensed professional counselor with several years of experience working in hospitals, community mental health programs, and outpatient settings. My mission is to provide quality mental health counseling that is based in scientific research, tailor...
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Hello, my name is Kathryn Nevin, LCSW, CCTP. I'm so glad you're reaching out for help and that you've taken the steps to get here! I can help you with several issues, such as anxiety, depression, anger, grief and loss, self-harm, and personality disorders. My specialty is trauma...
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Hi, I’m Jessica. I am a clinical social worker with over ten years of experience. I have worked in both inpatient and outpatient settings. I have worked with people struggling with depression, anxiety, overcoming trauma, life adjustment issues, and substance abuse issues. I bel...
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Julee Wickliffe DSW, LCSW (Rutgers University, 2018) is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and psychotherapist who has 25 years of experience within the social work field. Dr. Wickliffe was employed with Clarity Treatment Center as a Clinical Director with a focus on substance ab...
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I'm not the professional in the room. You are. You've lived your life. You know what's worked, and what hasn't. Life is not only challenging, but complex and one approach does not suit everyone. The relationship between you and your therapist is essential for the best possible ou...
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Hi there, I’m Samantha Powell. I am a licensed clinical social worker with experience working with developmental disabilities, child and adolescent, as well as adult and geriatric clinical psychology settings. My experience ranges from an inpatient psychiatric treatment homes, ...
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My name is Chenelle Williams, LPC, LCADC, CCS. I am licensed in New Jersey with 8 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, coping with addictions, relationship issues, motivation, self esteem, and confidence. Clients ...
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Hello! My name is Shannon Burdick, LCSW and I want to thank you for your interest in therapy with me. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and I received my Bachelors & Masters degrees in Social Work from Rutgers University. I have worked in the mental health field in various c...
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My name is Bethany Gravely. I have been a Licensed Clinical Social Worker since 2018. I continue to feel the same passion for my job now as I did when I first started. I am so proud of you for taking the first step to talk about your mental health. Choosing the right therapi...
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Hey there! I’m Jen Constanos and a well seasoned licensed clinical social worker in NJ, NY and PA. I received my bachelors and masters degrees in social work from Monmouth University. I have 16 years of experience working in the field in a variety of different settings includin...
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Hello, I’m Keshia Slack-Ingram and I’m Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) who has 20 years of experience partnering with adults and couples seeking help with depression, anxiety, life transitions, and relationship issues. I have completed my Bachelor of Science (BS) in Bio...
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Welcome! My name is Nechama Willner. I have devoted my professional career to providing therapy for young adults and adults with a Masters degree in Social Work from Touro College. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker specializing in trauma, depression and anxiety. I have had t...
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Hello, my name is Eileen Carmona. I am a licensed clinical social worker with over 5 years experience working in different settings, ranging from substance use disorder treatment facility to in-home therapist working with at-risk youth. I help clients manage their anxiety, stress...
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Hey, my name is Phil Caruso. I’m a Licensed Professional Counselor that’s been in the field of psychotherapy for over 15 years. My journey helping others has brought me to a variety of settings that include partial programs, emergency rooms, and the homes of the clients I’v...
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Hi there, I'm Beverly Morgan-Fullilove. I am a licensed clinical social worker with over 40 years of experience working in clinical settings, ranging from an inpatient psychiatric hospital to a battered women's residential program. I help people who are easily overwhelmed to lear...
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I graduated with degrees from both UVA and Virginia Tech in the field of Psychology and have worked in the mental healthcare field in Virginia for over 5 years. I enjoy providing my clients with tools, strategies, and coping skills so that they can reach their unique therapy goal...
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I am patient, kind, and will use all of my knowledge and experience in helping you overcome your stress and your troubles without judgement. I have more than 15 years of direct practice experience and I have learned that everyone's unique life journey calls for an individualized ...
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Cyndi is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), graduated from Syracuse University, Falk College of Sport and Human Dynamics, Syracuse, NY. Originally licensed in New York State then moving to Virginia, Cyndi has over 17 years of direct social work and mental health counseling...
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Hi there, my name is Jeanne Farabaugh. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor. I possess several years’ experience in clinical psychological settings ranging from Children and Adolescent Counseling to Adult Counseling. I curren...
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My name is Marianne Redmond Lopez. I am a regular, down-to-earth gal with a pretty good sense of humor. I am a solution-focused psychotherapist (LCSW) licensed in VA (working on other state licenses), whose goal is to help people uncover their true potential and move forward with...
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