Meet Our Team of Licensed Therapists For Gottman Method Therapy

I graduated from Monmouth University with a Master's Degree in Social Work in 2020. For the past 4 years I have worked in addictions as a counselor for people struggling with opiate use, alcoholism, and other substance use disorders. I have also worked as a psychotherapist dur...
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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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I have been in the field of mental health for 12 years. I started my career in a residential facility for people with substance abuse issues. This was during the height of the Oxycontin epidemic. I became a certified substance abuse counselor to continue to help those dealing ...
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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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Therapy is a place where people go to talk about uncomfortable things in an unfamiliar setting. No one wants to talk about uncomfortable things with someone they're not comfortable with. Therefore, my number one goal as a therapist is to develop a good therapeutic relationshi...
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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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Kayla is a resident in counseling, holding a BS degree in Psychology and a M.Ed in Counselor Education with a concentration in couples and family therapy. She has previously worked in a variety of mental health settings including school-based mental health, private practice, an...
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Hi! I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over 15 years of experience helping individuals, couples, and families navigate life's challenges. I currently hold a license in both Georgia and Florida. I received my Masters from Western Kentucky University and have been...
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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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Hello there! My name is Jamie Jackson. I am currently a Resident in Counseling. I received a Bachelor of Arts degree from West Virginia University (Go Mountaineers!!) in Multidisciplinary Studies focusing on Sociology, Human Services, and Disability Studies. In May of 2021 I g...
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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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Hello, my name is Janet Boateng. I have been working with client’s and in this field of work for 7 years. I have worked with women, men, young adults, families, couples and adolescents. My preference though, is working with adults, couples and families as well. I attended Li...
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Angela believes the best approach to therapy leading to permanent change is a holistic and integrated lens to include biological psychological, physiological, and spiritual needs. With a multidisciplinary lens, Angela utilizes evidenced-based practices such as Cognitive Behavi...
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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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Welcome! My therapy practice has evolved from working with children and their families to a focus, now on adults, couples of all types, families and seniors. My guiding framework is the individual within the context of every type of relationship they have, including intimate, ...
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Hello. My name is Alicia Murello and I am currently a supervisee in social work. I have experience working with children, adolescents, adults and families in therapeutic programs since 2009. I have served in many capacities at hospitals, schools, residential and day treatment ...
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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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After obtaining my Masters Degree from Texas A&M University - Kingsville, I worked in treatment settings including public mental health, inpatient and crisis services, private practice, and in the field providing services in homeless shelters, encampments, and in the community...
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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 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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Hello! My name is Connie, as a dedicated therapist, I specialize in client-centered, strength-based, trauma-focused approaches, tailoring my practice to the unique needs of adults navigating the complexities of anxiety, depression, family issues, and the intricacies of the LGB...
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Within my training as a therapist, I have worked with various communities: college students, first-generation college students, BIPOC folks, Asian Americans, and community mental health settings. I can speak and conduct therapy sessions in English, Urdu, and Pashto. I enjoy wo...
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Hi there! My name is Katie Dolieslager. I am a Resident in Counseling and current doctoral student at James Madison University. I graduated undergrad from James Madison University and got my Masters in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Eastern Mennonite University. My hop...
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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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Anna has over 17 years of clinical social work experience addressing issues with abuse and neglect, trauma, grief and loss, terminal illness, chronic mental illness, family issues, chronic medical conditions, and mood and behavioral disorders. Anna specializes in addressing an...
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Hello there! My name is Anastasia Lidestri and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in New Jersey. I have experience working with individuals of all ages that struggle with Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, Low Self-Esteem, and many other challenges. I have been in the ment...
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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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My name is Ashley Patrican. My ambition is reflected in my career as a Licensed Professional Counselor. My background shows my eagerness to seek experience and gain knowledge from people experiencing difficult circumstances and having them teach me what it means to become profic...
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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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Hi! My name is Joshua Schaap. Most people just call me Josh, but I'm fine with either. In case, you're wondering how to pronounce my last name try saying "Skopp". Nevertheless, I've developed the ability to answer to anything remotely close to it. Some fun/interesting facts ab...
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Hello, my name is Angela. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor, and I love hearing people's stories. Since I was young I had an interest in behavioral health and helping others which led me to the counseling field. My background includes working with children, adolescents, a...
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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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Hello, my name is Corinne Reilly and I make a point to treat people that I meet with respect, dignity, and kindness. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in New Jersey with 7+ years of experience in various settings, such as, supportive housing for I/DD, outpatient community...
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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 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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Hi, I'm Terra a Licensed Professional Counselor in Virginia. I have 8 years of experience guiding adolescents, and adults with issues such as anxiety, depression, self-esteem, and relationship issues on their path to healing. I received my undergraduate degree in Psychology fr...
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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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Hello! My name is Ann Marie Dennis. I have a master's degree in counseling from Tarleton State University with a certification as a Licensed Professional Counselor. I have worked in public education for 30 years with 13 of those years being a School Counselor. I also served in...
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I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who desires to offer my expertise to clients as they travel through their wellness journeys. I have been in the social work field since 1994 and have enjoyed 13 years of that time helping clients feel and do their best with the help of my me...
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Jerome Scaturro is a Licensed Professional Counselor and Licensed Clinical Alcohol & Drug Counselor in the state of New Jersey who has 10 year's experience with adults, couples, teenagers (15 to 19) seeking help with addiction, trauma, anxiety, depression, life transitions, men's...
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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 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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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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Hi, I'm Caitlin Cummings and I am a licensed professional counselor with ten years of experience working in clinical settings, ranging from outpatient settings, inpatient psychiatric settings, to an alternative school program. I utilize a holistic, client-centered approach that f...
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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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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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Hello! I’m Carol Benevy. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and I have worked as a therapist for over 6 years, working in outpatient, community, school, and telehealth settings. I help people who feel “stuck” find ways to get unstuck, people who feel disconnected...
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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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My name is Megan Shane. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Licensed Clinical Alcohol and Drug Counselor. I have experience working with adults and families in the field of mental health and addiction. I have years of experience, ranging from inpatient to different level...
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Hello! My name is Allison Carluccio and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with five years of experience working in clinical settings. During those five years, I have provided Mental Health Services in a Preschool setting, High School setting, Private Practice and interned ...
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Hello, my name is Leiah Aleksich, and I am a supervisee in social work with several years of individual therapy experience. I primarily help adolescents and young adults who are struggling with life changes, depression, motivation, and more. I work to create a comfortable environ...
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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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Hello, I am Danielle Rees. I Am A Licensed Professional Counselor with 9 years of experience in outpatient settings, as well as school and hospital settings providing therapy to all age groups. Let's work together to build a safe place for you to grow. Whether you're dealing with...
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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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Hi there, I’m Vilma Ramos. I am a Marriage and Family Therapist with several years of experience working in clinical psychology settings, ranging from an inpatient psychiatric hospital to substance use disorder treatment programs. I help people who are easily overwhelmed to lea...
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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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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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Hi! I am a licensed professional counselor excited to work with you. I have been in the field 10+ years and I believe that prioritizing mental health is the key to happiness and stability in life. Therapy can be a great opportunity to learn about ourselves and align our path with...
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Hi there, I’m Marisol Charernsook. I am a licensed clinical social worker with 20 years of experience working in both education and clinical settings, ranging from residential mental health programs to intensive in community settings. Whether you're dealing with life changing ...
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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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Asking for help can be difficult and discussing personal information can be intimidating. Are you stressed out, sad, anxious, suffering from addiction or just overwhelmed? Therapy can help you move forward with your life. My name is Dawn Fifth, I am a Licensed Professional Counse...
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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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Hi there, I’m Maria Cardillo. I’m a Licensed Professional Counselor with several years of experience working in clinical psychology settings including partial care programs and agencies providing individual therapy for adults. I help people who are easily overwhelmed to learn...
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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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