Marissa Kalkstein, LCPC, Founder, provides a supportive, non-judgmental, empathetic and trusting environment to facilitate change, encourage healing and growth, and develop healthy, adaptive strategies for attaining treatment goals. She believes that her genuinely curious and attentive approach is key in developing a true connection in therapy for identifying concerns, setting and monitoring goals, and discovering solutions that promote self-understanding and improve quality of life. Marissa’s goal is to normalize the process of therapy, assist clients in gaining a deeper understanding of themselves and their relationships, and to guide individuals to move their life forward in a healthy and intentional way. She believes that skillful therapy can produce insight and growth that allows each client the opportunity to create purpose, understanding, and positive change in their life.
Dragana Hrvat (Dee), LCPC, adapts her clinical approach to match the needs of her clients by utilizing a variety of approaches including cognitive behavioral, person-centered, motivational interviewing, mindfulness, family multi-generational approaches, strength-based, and trauma focused interventions. Dee has a passion for helping others navigate through life’s difficulties, and to see the hope and change in her clients’ lives.
Adele Feild, LCPC, brings considerable experience in counseling and education through her work as a mental health therapist, educator and mentor. She has experience working with individuals struggling with mood disorders, anxiety, depression, trauma, trauma related to Adverse Childhood Experience, PTSD, Adjustment Disorders, School related issues, learning differences, Early Onset of Alzheimer/dementia, grief/loss; cultural/racial issues, peer and family conflicts and military service transitions. Adele has considerable experience assisting parents negotiate difficulties they may face with children who learn and behave atypically in the school setting.
Dr. Renee Hicks, PhD, LCPC, is a highly respected psychotherapist committed to the empowerment of women and couples in their journey of mental health and relationship wellness. Through a combination of evidence-based therapies, including cognitive-behavioral therapy, psychodynamic psychotherapy, mindfulness techniques, and trauma-focused interventions, Dr. Renee provides tailored treatment plans that address her clients’ individual needs.
Dr. Renee has several years of clinical experience across various therapeutic environments including private practice, community-based systems, and structured outpatient programs. With a passionate dedication to her craft, Dr. Renee specializes in serving clients in the following areas: Women’s Issues, Crisis Intervention, Trauma and Abuse, Chronic Mental Illness, Grief Management, Relationship/Couples, Anxiety, Group Psychotherapy, Depression, and Assessments.
Driven by a passion for women’s mental health issues and her commitment to help others, Dr. Renee pursued a Master’s degree in Counseling Psychology at Seton Hall University, where she also earned an Education Specialist degree in Professional Counseling. Her thirst for knowledge and a desire to make a substantial impact in the mental health field led her to pursue a Doctor of Philosophy degree in Counseling Psychology from Regent University where she focused on trauma and grief counseling.
Dr. Renee has built her practice around women’s mental health, recognizing the unique challenges and experiences they face. By offering a safe and supportive space, she empowers women to explore their emotions, gain insight into their personal narratives, and develop effective coping mechanisms. Her expertise in anxiety and depression has allowed her to help countless women navigate the complexities of these conditions. By creating a warm and non-judgmental therapeutic environment, she enables her clients to uncover the root causes of their struggles and guides them towards healing and personal growth.
Dr. Renee has also developed a deep understanding of grief and trauma, recognizing their profound impact on women’s mental health. Through compassionate counseling and specialized techniques, she assists her clients in processing their losses, overcoming trauma, and finding renewed strength and resilience.
Outside of her professional endeavors, Dr. Renee finds solace in nature, often spending her free time trail walking, practicing pranayama and pratyahara, and playing tennis. These activities allow her to maintain her own mental well-being and serve as a reminder of the importance of self-care.
Dr. Renee firmly believes in the inherent strength and resilience of women. Her therapeutic approach is grounded in the principles of empowerment, self-compassion, and cultivating healthy relationships with oneself and others. By honoring each client’s unique journey, she helps women reclaim their lives, tap into their inner potential, and embrace a life of purpose and fulfillment.
Anita Ellebracht, LGPC, specializes in working with eating and body image concerns, along with the emotional and interpersonal issues that often accompany them. She finds that behavioral techniques, such as CBT and mindfulness, can be very helpful in addressing negative body thoughts and harmful eating behaviors. However, it can also be beneficial to explore the root of these concerns more deeply. For this kind of work, she uses a psychodynamic approach to discover how our experiences and memories influence our thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. Anita also has experience working with clients experiencing anxiety, depression, and life transitions. She works collaboratively with clients to ensure her treatment approach is best suited to their specific needs.
Hazan Cetin, M.S.Ed., LCSW-C. The capacity to feel vulnerable is shared by all human beings. Vulnerability is often equated with weakness and because of such a mindset many of us spend our lives shielding ourselves from leaning into any one emotion too intently. From that fear and discomfort we begin to invalidate many aspects of the human condition. My goal with the individuals I work with is to help them embrace the opportunity to view vulnerability as an opportunity to build resiliency. I have a very organic process to developing a therapeutic relationship and if nothing else I would like individuals to walk away feeling seen and heard.
Dr. Jenelle Anthony, Psy.D., has over fourteen years of experience as a clinical psychologist. She provides individual therapy to adults across the lifespan who are seeking greater insight into their thinking, behavior, and emotions, as well as those seeking psychological treatment for specific mental health challenges. Dr. Anthony firmly believes that introspection plus enhanced understanding of thoughts and emotions in therapy catalyzes positive behavioral and life changes, ultimately helping us discover and accept our authentic selves. Conceptualizing therapy primarily from a cognitive behavior therapy (CBT) perspective, Dr. Anthony employs an empathic therapeutic approach with a technical eclectic integration of evidence-based interventions. Within that framework, she relates to clients as a supportive guide and collaborative facilitator throughout their therapy journey to achieve the personalized goals of each client.
Naila Masom, CIT, provides couples, families, groups, and individuals with guidance in a process that fosters discovery of therapeutic insight. Naila’s approach is emotionally focused, understanding her clients’ presenting challenges through an attachment lens and facilitating communication around their core emotional needs. Her goal is to help her clients access the emotional meaning that underlies distressing cycles, and to use these discoveries to guide the creation of new patterns that allow for greater interpersonal engagement and connection. Naila believes that an active effort to cultivate healthy, loving relationships deepens our capacity for compassion, understanding, and acceptance, allowing us to live with a greater sense of security, fulfillment, and grace.
Naila has experience as a behavioral health associate and yoga instructor at San Jose Behavioral Health Hospital, a research assistant at the JHU Center for Psychedelic and Consciousness Research, and a student therapist at Tidemark Intervention Services. Naila’s clinical education has included training in couple, family, group, and individual therapy; she has completed additional trainings in motivational interviewing and trauma-informed cognitive behavioral therapy. Naila is open to working with any client who aligns with her approach but is most interested in working with couples and families who are committed to deepening their relationships.
Naila is a passionate student dedicated to providing ethical and effective services to all her clients through consistent collaboration, supervision, and reflection. She looks forward to building trusting, professional relationships and is grateful for the opportunity to learn alongside her clients.
Brianne Nolan (Bree), LCPC, CCATP, CTMH, believes that mental health therapy can help a client transition from a passenger in their own car back to the driver’s seat. She utilizes mindfulness-based interventions to cultivate balance and overall wellness to a client’s life, emphasizing curiosity and flexibility to unblock the strengths that are already there. Bree provides a safe space for a client to explore the many pieces of their identity and she believes in using the individual’s personal values, like a GPS, to find a path toward meaningful and lasting change.
Ashley Osborne, LCSW-C, is a native of the DE shore and graduated with her Masters of Social Work in 2015 from Salisbury University. She has a passion for joining individuals in accomplishing their goals through the therapeutic process by using an interactive person centered, mindfulness, and cognitive behavioral approach. She is certified in Trauma Focused CBT (TF-CBT) and also trauma certified through the Ferentz Institute. Ashley has 10 years’ experience working in clinic, inpatient, and school settings addressing a variety of symptoms ranging from trauma, depression, anxiety, and life transitions. She is also a part of the supervisory team. Come as you are! She looks forward to taking this journey with you while providing a safe space to do so. In her free time, she enjoys traveling or curling up with a good book.
Nicole Brennan, LCMFT provides a warm, safe, and nonjudgmental space for individuals, couples, and families to explore their needs and attain their goals. She believes that the therapeutic relationship can be the biggest agent of change, and spends time building trust in the relationship to promote growth and healing. Nicole balances humor and compassion in her approach to engage and connect with her clients and strives to be her most authentic self in each therapy session. She conceptualizes therapy utilizing a psychodynamic approach, and works collaboratively with her clients to gain insight into where they wish to grow and change. Nicole has a passion for working with couples who have a tendency to avoid conflict. She works to help couples learn healthy communication, how to turn towards each other, and how to actively listen & reflect. Couples will leave therapy remembering that they are on the same team and that their problems are the opponent.
Rachel Wallick, LCPC states: Do you want to feel more fulfilled and in alignment with your purpose? Do you desire a deeper connection to yourself and transformation in your relationships? Maybe you want a sense of relief from the pain and stress you feel and a way to move forward.
Do you wonder about the impact of the past on your present? Curiosity and reflection create a path toward insight, rediscovery, and developing skills for lasting change. What if you could find freedom from patterns that don’t serve you and the courage to move beyond limiting beliefs? You already have so much capacity within you. You’ll find permission to explore, space to heal, and the tools you need to feel confident in who you are and how you are in the world. I am passionate about helping you find your voice and show up in meaningful ways for yourself.
Life is dynamic and change is constant – we can navigate together. I aim to create a space and work from a person and culture-centered approach where clients feel heard and empowered as the experts in their lives. My unique background integrating mental health and spirituality can offer holistic support on your journey towards healing. I have experience working with adolescents and adults facing complex trauma, anxiety, depression, ADHD, and low self- esteem.
Greg Pelletier, LCPC, works with adults struggling with anxiety, depression, grief/loss, relationship difficulties, ADHD, and trauma. He focuses on treating each person as unique and seeks to understand them from their specific life experience. Greg works collaboratively with clients to develop a mindfulness perspective to address anxiety, sadness, and depression so that they may experience a sense of peace and joy in their life. Greg provides an environment of acceptance, understanding, safety, and security to explore and resolve the obstacles preventing clients from flourishing. He believes in encouraging and empowering clients to be curious and to understand their patterns of thinking, feeling, and relating that are an obstacle to personal power, fulfillment, and happiness.
Sophia Vacanti, CIT, fosters a supportive and empathetic environment for healing to begin through therapy. Sophia believes in the importance of the therapeutic relationship and strives to make her clients feel seen and truly cared about. She provides her clients with adaptive strategies and coping skills to attain their personal treatment goals. Sophia’s therapy approach is person-centered with focus on helping the client discover the root of the issues they would like to work through in therapy. Her goal is to help her clients gain a deeper understanding of themselves and their relationships so that they can attain the growth and healing they desire.
Sophia’s areas of focus include anxiety and mood disorders, personality disorders, OCD and life hardships such as relationship troubles, life transitions/changes and grief. She has an interest in utilizing techniques such as Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical-Behavior Therapy (DBT) to help foster healing and growth within the therapy setting. Sophia utilizes knowledge on attachment theory with her clients to help them work through deep-rooted issues in relationships. She believes that every client’s story is unique and tailors her approach to treatment to best match her client’s needs and what they hope to gain from therapy. Sophia is open to working with individuals, couples and families.
Sophia seeks to promote self-discovery and positive change by providing insight and unconditional support. She understands that taking the step to begin therapy can be an emotional and challenging decision. Sophia looks forward to taking this courageous leap with you as you work toward a healthier, happier you.
Anna Santowski, LMFT, provides a warm and compassionate space for couples, adult individuals, and families wanting to step out of their usual cycles and into change. She tailors sessions to each client’s unique needs, drawing from family systems theory, CBT, ACT, mindfulness, and integrative systemic therapy. Anna works from a strengths-based perspective, helping clients recognize their existing resilience while introducing new tools for personal and relational growth.
Anna especially enjoys supporting couples in all stages of their relationships. As an LGBTQIA+ affirming therapist, she welcomes clients in diverse relationship structures including polyamorous and non-monogamous partnerships. She is also a certified Prepare-Enrich premarital program facilitator. Drawing from her years working in higher levels of care, Anna is passionate about supporting clients experiencing depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, and chronic pain and illness.
Anna received her Master’s of Marriage and Family Therapy from Northwestern University and dual Bachelor degrees in Psychology and Sociology with a concentration in Health and Medicine from Saint Louis University. While pursuing her graduate degree, she worked in a mental health clinic seeing families, couples, and individuals with a variety of relational stressors. Post-graduation, she has worked in partial hospitalization and intensive outpatient programs supporting clients and their loved ones in navigating severe depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, psychosis, and chronic pain/illness. She is currently licensed in Maryland and Illinois.
Nancy Rabb, LCPC understands that reaching out for help is difficult when you are hurting and not sure what to do about it. She offers a compassionate ear to listen and support you in finding freedom from your suffering. If you have been fighting with your painful thoughts and feelings, what if it were possible to step outside of that conflict? Nancy will assist you in finding peace and healing by helping you to see your difficulties with new clarity. She will teach you how to open up to your emotions and feel them completely, without giving over control of your choices to them. She believes that when you try hard to avoid the pain caused by your problems, you also cut yourself off from the things that matter most to you, and this keeps you from heading in the direction that you want your life to go.
Tammy Green, LCPC, has been a practicing psychotherapist for 5 years and currently holds a bachelor’s degree in psychology with a Christian counseling specialization and a master’s degree in clinical mental health counseling as well as some certificate coursework in play therapy. Tammy finds that often life events can impact the way we see the world around us. Her personalized approach for each client sets the tone for positive change in therapy. The use of active listening skills aids in helping Tammy tune into the challenges her clients face and provides a supportive environment where clients can feel empowered to find the ability to find hope and insight to grow. Tammy has experience working with children from the ages of 6 to adults, families, and individuals. Her approach to therapy is often done using various modalities and could include CBT, DBT and various other orientations to fit the needs of those she serves.
Mercedes Mosby, LGPC, strives to foster a safe and warm, welcoming environment. She is empathic and creates a nonjudgmental space. Mercedes believes everyone has a unique journey and navigates one’s treatment to fit one’s personal needs and concerns. She uses person-centered therapy to create a collaborative effort between both the therapist and client, to help support individuals achieve their objectives. She is goal-oriented and solution-focused. Mercedes goal is to foster autonomy within individuals so they may apply their knowledge and develop personally outside of the therapeutic setting.
Mercedes graduated with her masters in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Walden University. She has over a decade of experience working with children, adolescents, and adults on the autism spectrum as a registered behavioral therapist. She practices cognitive behavioral therapy to help encourage individuals to identify and challenge issues when needed. Mercedes has experience treating neurodevelopmental, mood, personality, substance and addictive, depressive and anxiety disorders. She has professional experience working in group therapy as well as with individuals, couples, families, children, and adolescents.
Emily Breichner, LCSW-C, creates a compassionate space where clients can explore their thoughts, feelings, and experiences without judgement. She identifies her clients’ inherent strengths and provides additional tools to empower them to reach their goals. Emily understands therapy is not “one size fits all” and adapts her approach to suit each individual client. She has received education and training in various therapeutic techniques, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Structural Family Therapy, and play therapy. She also welcomes the use of writing, art, and other creative processes in sessions.
Heather Albert, LMSW, Heather specializes in treating symptoms of depression, anxiety, bipolar, schiozphrenia, eating disorders, personality disorders, and psychosocial issues ranging from codependency, psychological abuse, obsessive compulsive tendencies, family dysfunction, trauma and addiction. Heather also seeks to help people overcome their troubles and find inner peace and serenity even amidst chaos. She is not prejudice against any illness, culture, age, sex, or orientation. Heather has practiced in a variety of treatment settings, ranging in therapeutic interventions and populations.
Heather utilizes an integrated approach to therapy, incorporating techniques from attachment-based theory, CBT, Compassion-focused therapy, DBT skills, Mindfulness based cognitive therapy, motivational interviewing, person-centered, positive psychology, psychodynamic, strengths-based, cognitively based compassion training, and radical forgiveness and acceptance.
Asking for help is the beginning to positive change and freedom from pain and suffering. Heather welcomes you to begin your journey with her.
Pierce Vincent, LCPC, With an innate desire to help others and a genuine curiosity surrounding the human psyche, Mr. Pierce Vincent felt called to enter the mental health field. Mr. Vincent says, “My journey has taken me from a small town in Georgia to Des Moines, Iowa earning a B.S. in Psychology from Drake University in 2016”. Mr. Vincent continued his educational endeavors by moving to Maryland, earning a M.S. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at The Johns Hopkins University in the summer of 2020. Since 2020 Mr. Vincent attained licensure to practice in both Maryland and Georgia. As an eclectic therapist that is Socratic by nature, Pierce is always looking to truly understand the client while fostering new insight during the healing process. Simply said, “I use a variety of tools and I ask questions with purpose.”
Pierce takes special interest in Brainspotting. Brainspotting allows for deeper level processing through the body’s innate natural healing processes. Pierce believes we all have innate skills, but we are not always equipped to use those skills needed. Pierce’s number one goal is to create a safe space for those I work with while working towards the clients’ self-inspired goals. “All I ask is for you to come as you are and be open.”
Time is fickle. Set your plan, do your best, and give yourself grace.
Aayesha Aijaz, LGPC, NCC is a dedicated first-generation South Asian Muslim therapist committed to supporting individuals on their healing journeys. Her understanding of the immigrant community’s stigmatized response to mental health has shaped her counseling approach, allowing her to create a safe and compassionate space for clients to explore their most vulnerable thoughts and feelings. She specializes in working with adults who have either experienced therapy before or are open to exploring deep inner healing work.
In her therapeutic approach, Aayesha utilizes a person-centered, culturally sensitive, and trauma-informed approach designed to identify the root causes of her clients’ issues. This client-driven method fosters self-awareness and empowers clients to tap into their inner resources for growth. She integrates various therapeutic modalities tailored to each client’s unique needs, ensuring that sessions are respectful and confidential. Clients can always expect a deep understanding of their journey and goals, alongside resources to support them between sessions.
Aayesha holds a Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Johns Hopkins University and a Bachelor of Science in Sociology and Anthropology from Towson University. Her diverse background as a special education teacher, community organizer, and autism specialist has given her a profound understanding of the interconnectedness of mental health, wellness, and resilience. She has witnessed the transformative power of prioritizing mental well-being, which leads to significant healing and personal growth. Aayesha is dedicated to creating an environment where individuals and families can explore the impacts of historical and cultural traumas while developing effective coping strategies.
Aayesha specializes in working with adults facing Autism, ADHD, mood disorders, intergenerational trauma, depression, anxiety, and life transitions. Her focus is on providing therapeutic support to individuals navigating the complex effects of childhood trauma and intergenerational trauma, particularly among first and second-generation individuals. Her approach is rooted in creating a safe and culturally sensitive space for healing.
With a compassionate and non-judgmental approach, Aayesha works collaboratively with clients to explore their concerns, develop coping strategies, and foster personal growth. Whether clients are facing anxiety, depression, relationship issues, or seeking self-exploration, she is there to support them on their journey toward deeper awareness and healing. She believes everyone deserves a fulfilling and meaningful life and is committed to helping them achieve that. Aayesha looks forward to working collaboratively with clients to explore the possibilities of positive change and growth.
Rose Walker, LCPC, has extensive experience working with every age group providing various forms of therapeutic intervention services. Rose has a master’s degree in the art of counseling specializing in marriage, family and child counseling. She comes with over 10 years of experience administering crisis therapeutic interventions with children, adolescents, and adults in community-based settings, inpatient substance use and outpatient private practice. Rose is diverse in counseling and has proven to provide a strong foundation to help clients address a range of issues, including depression, anxiety, trauma, perinatal, grief, difficulties managing anger, low self-esteem, family conflicts, academic difficulties, peer conflict, and work stress.
Rose’s approach to therapy generally focuses on using evidence-based treatment including Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Person-centered therapy. She believes that every person is the expert on their life and her job is to come along and help them remember that. She is passionate about helping people in their everyday life manage crisis situations, find resources and support to restore balance during some of the most traumatic, chaotic, and stressful times in their lives. As a therapist, her goal has been to help people navigate change, promote growth, and restore hope.
Rose enjoys learning, reading, crocheting, cross stitching, hiking and is truly dedicated to her craft.
Karin Vogel, LCPC, and Certified Trauma Specialist, has been working professionally as a therapist for over 20 plus years which has given her the opportunity to help many clients with such things as stress and anxiety, coping with addictions, trauma and abuse, personal motivation, self-esteem/self-worth, confidence and simple to complex life issues. She believes that you are the expert of your life story and that you have many strengths that can assist in overcoming life’s challenges. Counseling can help assist in understanding your personal strengths and how to better use them to their full potential. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. Karin is passionate and honored to support & empower you in that journey.
Additional Areas of focus: Abandonment, Attachment issues, Caregiver issues and stress, Chronic pain illness and disability, Communication problems, Control issues, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Impulsivity, Isolation / loneliness, Life purpose, Midlife crisis, Mood disorders, OCD, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Post-traumatic stress, Self-love, Social anxiety and phobias.
Jeff Biele, LCPC & Certified Clinical Trauma Professional Level 2, began his work as a youth development counselor at the Childrens’ Beach House in Lewes, DE in 2008. After receiving his bachelor’s degree from Wilmington University, he began his career at Delaware Guidance Services helping children, adolescents, teens, and families as a crisis clinician until 2014. He then shifted to work in mobile crisis for Eastern Shore Mobile Crisis with adults in Maryland.
After earning his Master’s in Community Counseling, Jeff began treating patients of all ages in the outpatient setting while utilizing primarily CBT, Client Centered, DBT, and TF-CBT modalities. Jeff has extensive experience with understanding and treating trauma, anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, and other mental disorders.
Shelli Berman, LCPC, received a Masters degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from The Chicago School of Professional Psychology in 2017. As a trauma-informed and certified dialectical behavioral therapist, she can provide skills to cope with a variety of challenges and symptoms. Shelli encourages the balance of acceptance and change, while meeting the client where they are, as every individual is unique in their own background and learning history. Through providing a validating, genuinely authentic, safe space, clients will build a sense of trust, resilience, and grounding within themselves.
Shelli has experience working with children, adolescents, and adults across diverse populations and strives to maintain awareness of cultural considerations within her therapeutic relationships. She has experience working in community-based therapy, a comprehensive DBT program including group skills training, and the school-based environment. Furthermore, she has experience working with individuals struggling with a variety of issues, some of which include: trauma-related issues, mood disorders, depression, anxiety, stress, ADHD and behavioral issues, development of interpersonal skills/ communication, emotion regulation, and tolerance of distress.
Sarah Dolina, Nutritional Therapy Practitioner, CIT, provides empathetic, collaborative, and non-judgmental support for her clients. She is dedicated to creating a therapeutic space where clients feel safe exploring their inner world and embarking on a journey of self-exploration. With a belief in the uniqueness of each individual’s experience, Sarah’s therapeutic approach centers on meeting clients where they are in their lives. Sarah empowers her clients by guiding them to define their own paths to healing and personal growth, recognizing that each person possesses the inherent strength and resilience needed to navigate life’s challenges. Her practice is rooted in the belief that therapy is a collaborative process, where together with her clients, she helps facilitate insights and strategies that promote lasting positive change.
Sarah worked for 7 years as a nutritionist and health coach before beginning her counseling career. Throughout her professional journey, Sarah has supported clients from various backgrounds in achieving their goals and navigating the intricate relationship between their thoughts and behaviors, mental health, and overall happiness. Sarah has an understanding of working with individuals struggling with self-esteem or body image issues, prenatal and postpartum anxiety or depression, substance use disorders, and grief. She is also interested in learning more about working with individuals with PTSD, ADHD, and anxiety and other disorders.
Coming from a primarily Person-Centered Approach, Sarah is interested in utilizing interventions from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR). Sarah firmly believes in treating the whole person by integrating a multifaceted and holistic approach to therapy. She prioritizes building strong therapeutic alliances and empowering clients to explore and address the interconnected aspects of their lives. By combining her experience in nutrition, health coaching, and substance use disorder counseling with evidence-based therapeutic techniques, Sarah strives to provide comprehensive support that nurtures both physical and emotional well-being. Sarah welcomes individuals of all ages and backgrounds.
Hansitta Onyemezikeya (Hansi), MSc, LGPC, NCC has experience working with clients to cope with profound encounters of grief, loss, and the emotional challenges of infertility. With deep empathy and a non-judgmental approach, she creates a compassionate space where clients feel safe to explore their most vulnerable thoughts and feelings. As a specialist in thanatology (study of death, dying, and bereavement), she has a unique understanding of the client’s plight. Whether addressing issues related to anxiety, depression, trauma, or relationship challenges, she approaches each client with compassion and a genuine desire to support their growth and healing. She provides counseling services to clients at all stages of life – from childhood through adolescence, the college/young adult years, adulthood, and into the later years of older adulthood.
In the therapeutic journey, she integrates two powerful approaches—Person-Centered and Psychodynamic—each designed to provide a unique and comprehensive framework for the client’s personal growth and healing. It’s a client-driven approach, meaning she prioritizes the client’s unique perspective and guides the sessions based on the client’s needs. This approach fosters self awareness, self-acceptance, and empowers the client to tap into their own inner resources for growth. Complementing this, the Psychodynamic approach delves into the exploration of unconscious processes and how past experiences may impact present emotions and behaviors. By weaving together these approaches, the therapeutic journey becomes a collaborative exploration of the client’s distinctive identity, experiences, and the factors shaping their present. Together, she works with the client as they navigate the path to self-discovery, healing, and the fulfillment of their personal goals.
Hansi looks forward to working together with you to explore the possibilities for positive change and movement towards building a more fulfilling and balanced life.
Iris Mu, CIT, provides therapy in a collaborative and trustworthy environment where clients can openly explore their thoughts, feelings, and experiences. Iris believes that the therapeutic relationship itself is a powerful tool for promoting healing and personal growth. She sees herself as a facilitator, working alongside her clients to help them reach their therapeutic goals.
As a Chinese international student, Iris brings a multicultural perspective to her practice, allowing her to connect with a diverse range of clients. Iris supports clients experiencing depression, anxiety, interpersonal conflicts, life transitions, and grief. Iris is also interested in working with group and family.
Iris prefers a Person-Centered approach, incorporating techniques from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). She emphasizes the importance of understanding each client’s unique needs and tailoring interventions to support them. Iris is also open to learning new techniques and theories that fit the client’s needs, ensuring that her therapeutic approach remains flexible and client-centered. Iris believes that a collaborative, and trustworthy therapeutic relationship can facilitate significant personal transformation. She is committed to providing a safe and empathetic environment where all of her clients feel heard, respected, and appreciated.
Erika Conley, LGPC, has the desire to treat her clients from a holistic lens as she believes treating the client as a whole is important. She believes that the mind-body connection is a powerful one and believes in utilizing techniques that support that connection. She wants her clients to feel understood, seen and heard.Erika believes that being herself with her clients will allow them room to feel safe to be themselves as well. She works from an empathetic and non-judgmental point of view. Erika’s goal is to make her clients comfortable enough to open up about anything they may be dealing with and to help them understand themselves on a deeper level. She hopes that by using different techniques and approaches with her clients during therapy that they will then gain the skills to help themselves and be able to live a fulfilling life.
Erika has an understanding of mental health related matters including OCD, Anxiety and related disorders, Depression, Bipolar Disorder, Addictive Disorders, PTSD, ADHD and anger management. Erika also has an understanding of trauma related disorders and grief. She is eager and willing to learn about any disorders that she may not already have an understanding about. Erika has gained insight in these areas from her personal life experiences as well as through her educational path.
Erika has an interest in utilizing cognitive behavioral therapy(CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Attachment Theory with her clients. Erika is open to learning new techniques and approaches to tailor to each of her unique clients needs. Expanding on her knowledge to be able to help others is a key value of hers. Erika has experience with children of all ages, adolescents and adults.
Maricielo Saldarriaga (Cielo), CIT, emphasizes the importance of trust and open communication. She sees herself not as a guide but as a partner in her client’s healing journey providing the tools and insights necessary to foster resilience and lasting change. Fluent in English and Spanish, Maricielo brings a multicultural perspective to her practice, allowing her to connect with a diverse range of clients.
Maricielo strongly believes in the power of collaboration, working hand-in-hand with her clients as they embark in their personal journey toward healing and growth. Her approach is empathetic, grounded with genuine compassion, and centered on the unique needs of each person. Maricielo has an interest in utilizing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), offering her clients a structured and evidence-based approach.
Maricielo’s area of focus include trauma, depression, anxiety, adjustment issues, life transitions, among other experiences. She recognized that these challenges can often be intertwined with spiritual beliefs,
and she is open to exploring these dimensions as part of the therapeutic process. By creating a
safe and supportive environment, Maricielo encourages clients to share their stories and discover
their strengths.
Rachael Gerchakov, CIT, provides an empathic and supportive environment where clients can openly explore their thoughts, feelings, and experiences. Her approach is holistic, as she recognizes individuals are dynamic with many contributions that make them who they are. Emphasizing your role as the expert in your own story, Rachael guides sessions collaboratively, allowing narratives, perspectives, and goals to shape the path toward meaningful change.
In this journey, she is committed to working together with you to develop the skills and tools necessary for your personal transformation. Understanding the uniqueness of each individual, she tailors her approach to suit your specific needs and goals. Primarily focusing on a Person-Centered approach, she uses interventions from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Humanistic-Existential Therapy, and Strengths-based Therapy.
Rachael is passionate about guiding individuals toward the positive change they seek. Recognizing that beginning therapy is a deeply personal and meaningful experience, she is dedicated to providing unwavering support through this transformative process. She welcomes individuals of all ages and backgrounds, and has an interest in working with adolescents and adults.
Michael Booth, CIT, provides mental health counseling to individuals, couples, and families, and works from Person-Centered and Existential approaches. He facilitates a safe, genuine, and accepting space for people to engage their underlying thoughts and feelings. Michael knows that counseling is not always comfortable or easy and admires the courage it takes to examine one’s life, process difficult experiences, and begin to embrace change. He recognizes the profound complexity of life, and the depth of each person’s inner world. Guided by these beliefs, Michael places great importance on humility and honesty in his approach to therapy, helping clients arrive at the answers that ring uniquely true for them. Michael believes that beneath some of our greatest ailments lie our greatest strengths, and that we have the profound opportunity to transform pain and suffering into purpose and meaning.
Michael has experience working with adolescents as a Residential Counselor at an inpatient treatment center, where he led group therapies and provided behavioral skills coaching for emotional regulation, interpersonal effectiveness, distress tolerance and mindfulness. Additionally, he has served as a counselor for Camp Kesem, a non-profit offering summer camps for children and teens affected by a parent’s cancer. Most recently, he has provided therapy for children, teens, and adults, addressing experiences such as parent-child relationships, grief, life transitions, anxiety, depression, and ADHD.
Michael works with a diverse range of clients, including couples and families. He works with individuals primarily from the age ranges of adolescence to adulthood. Michael is passionate about providing an effective therapeutic space for his clients to process, reflect, feel, and grow. He is committed to deeply understanding his clients and supporting them toward the transformation they envision for themselves.
Emily Hofmann, CIT, provides an empathetic and non-judgmental environment where clients are able to express their wants, hopes, feelings and thoughts freely. She views her clients as powerful in order to promote their own healing while providing the necessary tools and support needed in order to grow. She wants her clients to feel validated, understood and heard. Emily’s goal is to make sure clients feel comfortable sharing anything and working through the thoughts and feelings that come with different circumstances. Moving towards healing and living a fulfilling life is Emily’s goal in working with clients and she will aim to do so by using different techniques and therapy practices.
Emily has an understanding of anxiety and OCD disorders, depression, bipolar, schizophrenia related disorders, PTSD and personality disorders. She has an interest in using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Attachment theory, Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), and focusing on a Person-Centered approach. Additionally, she has interests in learning how to implement Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) in order to better serve her clients. She is interested in working with couples and working through relationship dynamics and patterns.
Emily has prior clinical experience working for a non-profit organization serving underserved populations specifically with youth aged adolescents and individuals with mental health disorders such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorders, depressive disorders, anxiety disorders and personality disorders. Emily is dedicated to her clients and will provide support through any and all life experiences.
Aisha Yusuf, CIT, provides a safe and judgment-free environment and prioritizes empowering clients to deal with varying issues and feel like their best selves. Aisha’s approach emphasizes therapeutic connection with the client while infusing techniques from different therapy modalities as the relationship needs. She also prioritizes cultural competency when working with all her clients despite the presenting problem or therapy modality being practiced. Aisha’s goal is to increase comfort surrounding mental health discussions and treatment and to empower her clients with the skills to be happy and comfortable while aspiring to reach the version of themselves they want to be. Aisha believes a strong therapeutic relationship can be foundational for healing from past traumas, promoting self-discovery, and positive life changes.
Aisha is interested in working with young adults and children who are experiencing anxiety, depression, life transitions, OCD, Trauma, ODD, domestic abuse, relationship issues, sexual abuse, stress, and behavioral issues. In addition to working with individuals experiencing symptoms of mental health conditions, Aisha aims to foster an environment of inclusion and cultural awareness with all her clients to ensure that they are empowered holistically to promote personal and relational growth. As an international student from Lagos Nigeria, diversity and cultural inclusivity are paramount to her therapeutic experience.
Aisha uses an integrated approach to therapy including techniques from person-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), interpersonal therapy, psychoanalytic therapy, exposure and response prevention (ERP), and strength-based therapy. She believes in an all-inclusive approach to treatment, weighing the societal, cultural, spiritual, physical, emotional, financial, and relational influences in a person’s life. Aisha is very excited to work with you to promote personal growth in all areas of your life and feel the best about yourself and your situation.
Caroline Arpin, CIT, provides a warm, empathetic, and judgment-free space where clients can explore their inner world, feel heard, and be empowered. Her approach is holistic and seeks to integrate all aspects that make the client who they are into therapy. She truly believes that clients are the experts in their own lives, and she wants to walk hand-in-hand with clients on their journey toward meaningful change.
Working from a primarily person-centered approach, Caroline seeks to build a genuine connection in therapy. Her goal is to collaboratively set and monitor goals with clients, develop skills necessary for personal growth, and assist clients in gaining a deeper understanding of themselves. She recognizes the uniqueness of each individual client, and tailors her approach to celebrate each client’s strengths and fit their therapy goals.
Caroline is a master’s student from Loyola University Maryland. Her areas of interest include trauma, PTSD, depression, anxiety, OCD, life transitions, relationship issues, and other experiences. She has an interest in using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and third-wave CBT therapies such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Mindfulness-Based Interventions. Additionally, she wants to learn how to incorporate Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) into her practice. She welcomes clients of all ages and backgrounds.
Caroline is passionate about providing unconditional support to clients on their journey to healing, self-love, and growth. She looks forward to working with you in this deeply personal and meaningful experience of therapy.
David Casson, CIT, provides a supportive and empathic environment that is centered on a foundation of trust and open communication. He views himself as a partner and collaborator in each client’s story, healing journey, and path forward, helping them achieve their goals and facilitating lasting improvement and recovery. His holistic approach is designed to recognize, understand, and incorporate each client’s salient identities and characteristics, empowering client autonomy in counseling. David’s goal is for clients to feel free to be their authentic selves, exploring their strengths and values within sessions to reinforce growth and integrity. He believes the client is the expert of their own story and destiny, and that building a strong therapeutic alliance rooted in trust and open communication sets clients up for success, both in counseling and beyond, by promoting client autonomy and resilience.
David has relevant experience working with clients dealing with depression, anxiety, autism, ADHD, and severe behavioral challenges, particularly among children and adolescents. He has worked in clinical mental health settings with clients from underserved populations and challenging life circumstances, aiming to promote change, enhance well-being, and foster fulfillment. David is particularly interested in working with adolescents and young adults facing anxiety, depression, ADHD, and anger management issues, as well as conducting group counseling and helping clients with mood disorders that impact their ability to live value-driven lives. He takes a strengths- and values-based approach, guiding clients to refine their identities, explore their values, and integrate their strengths into daily life, creating substantial and enduring change over time. David believes all individuals have the capacity for growth and can live lives centered on positive, value-driven goals and aspirations.
David employs a multifaceted counseling approach, drawing from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and Person-Centered Therapy. He believes that integrating techniques from a variety of therapeutic approaches can enhance the counseling experience and support client growth. David encourages clients to bring all aspects of their identity into the therapeutic space, promoting a holistic dynamic that bridges identities, values, and strengths. He invites clients to be real, authentic, and passionate about who they are, working with them to address their presenting concerns and prevent these challenges from limiting their capacity to live lives aligned with their values and self-definition.
Jacob Lester (CIT) is passionate about providing targeted, evidence-based treatments for psychiatric symptoms and distress. Jacob’s approach is strongly encouraged by various cognitive-behavioral frameworks alongside person-centered, experiential, and empowerment approaches to foster wellness in all aspects of an individual’s life. His goal is to help client’s understand that they can do hard things, and do them well while minimizing suffering. Jacob believes in the importance of accurate diagnosis, evidence-based treatments, and the ability to be flexible and adaptable at all times.
Jacob has worked in a private practice setting providing individual psychotherapy to clients from various and diverse backgrounds. Prior to this, he worked as a special educator and in social services. Jacob is particularly passionate about treatment of OCD and related disorders, as well as anxiety, ADHD, and tics/Tourette’s. He also maintains a strong passion for working with other gay and bisexual men. In addition to working with individuals experiencing symptoms of mental health conditions, Jacob seeks to help client’s work towards holistic wellness through the processing and targeting of all domains associated with a person’s life. Jacob believes that therapy can be a lifelong journey that allows for self-discovery, personal growth, and personal betterment.
Jacob favors utilizing cognitive behavioral approaches in treatment such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), and Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) and Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR). Still, he believes in adaptability to meet individual client’s needs and recognizes the importance of a multi-faceted and holistic approach to treatment that enables clients to strive for personal wellness in any aspect of their lives. Jacob congratulates you on your courage to seek treatment for yourself, and looks forward to getting to know you for who you are.