Meet All Of Our Therapists

Joy has gathered over 15 years of experience in diverse fields including trauma, family/relationship issues, stress/life management, and psychoeducation. Her formal studies focused on communication, intervention, and relationship building. Throughout the last several years, Joy’s work has evolved into a blended approach of conventional counseling techniques and complementary perspectives including a life-coaching manner of personal growth, shamanic practices, and she processes favoring creative life design from a strong, resilient perspective aimed at understanding, growth, and goal attainment.

Joy firmly believes clients should start where they can start. She feels counseling to be a revolution of self where clients are supported to look at their past for informative understanding while also looking ahead to be more intentional and in control of their lives. Her aim is to help develop a deeper, more congruent sense-of-self. She works with the mind-body connection, firmly believing we are able to rewire our brain and related behavioral patterns through therapy. Transformation is her passion!

She builds positive relationships and makes it easy to talk about topics that are challenging. Her therapeutic style is centered on a foundation of respect, compassion, and empowerment. She knows how to help you feel comfortable while working through uncomfortable issues.

The field of psychology is constantly evolving. Joy focuses on keeping up with the latest research through reading books, articles, and training. She has created many life transitions and is proud to say she is a life-long learner and sees the benefit of this reflected in her therapy sessions. Joy enjoys being a part of the lives of others, seeing how well her clients are doing and values their progress in treatment.

divider, anxiety, depression, womenpsych, grief, lifetrans, adhd, careercounsel, relfamtherapy, couplescounsel, organization, selfesteem, lifecoach, spirit, parent, cope, trauma, ptsd, ocd, socialanxiety, domesticabuse, codependency, bipolardisorder, panicattacks, cbt, psychodynamic, mindfulness, chronicpain

Jennifer believes all individuals have the capacity for change and can develop the tools to discover their purpose. She strives to create a space for clients where they explore what keeps them stuck in their old patterns, learning to make changes that allow them to discover personal meaning. Jennifer has experience utilizing the approaches of cognitive behavioral and dialectical behavior therapy (CBT and DBT). She has experience working with clients with a diverse array of needs, including anxiety, depression, and grief.

Jennifer holds a Master of Arts degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Marist College. She also holds a Master of Science degree in Marketing and Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology from the University of Tampa. Previously, Jennifer worked with college students with disabilities. She is a sustaining member of the Junior League and supports other female volunteer organizations.

anxiety, depression, womenpsych, angermgmt, phobias, grief, lifetrans, adhd, careercounsel, spirit, relfamtherapy, organization, selfesteem, panicattacks, parent, cope, lifecoach, cbt, dbt, mindfulness, person, chronicpain

Kathryn Weksler, MCH-LP, strives to create a welcoming and supportive environment for all clients. She believes that every individual is capable of exploring their past, present and future to achieve change and growth. Kathryn believes that our unique experiences add the people we become, however, it does not define who we are. Kathryn uses a variety of counseling techniques and interventions to best serve the needs of her clients. She has experience helping clients with depression, anxiety, trauma, developmental disorders, mood disorders, personality disorders, grief, and substance abuse. Kathryn also has experience with all age groups ranging from early childhood intervention through adulthood.

Kathryn received her Master’s degree in Mental Health Counseling from New York University as well as her undergraduate degree in Psychology from C.W. Post University.

anxiety, depression, eatdisorder, womenpsych, phobias, grief, lifetrans, lifecoach, adhd, spirit, relfamtherapy, lgbtq, sleep, selfesteem, socialanxiety, , codependency, bipolardisorder, domesticabuse, panicattacks, parent, cope, trauma, socialanxiety, bipolardisorder, ocd, person, mindfulness, autism, pornaddict, chronicpain

Jamie Romero believes taking the time out of our busy schedules to focus on ourselves is an important responsibility for everyone. Jamie understands what it is like to feel like there is never time for ourselves. Therapy is a great way to create spaciousness in our lives. Jamie provides her clients with an open safe environment, where all thoughts and feelings get shared with the greatest openness and receptivity. Jamie is a Trauma Informed therapist who incorporates several therapeutic modalities and tailor her approach to the needs of the client in the present moment.

Jamie has 20 years of professional experience primarily working in the community with children, adolescents and adults. Therapy with Jamie can help you tackle difficult subjects, recover and release deep seated trauma, or just say the things you never thought you would say out loud. Being attuned at a young age to the mental health needs of others, Jamie began her career advocating for individuals with disabilities to receive appropriate medical, psychiatric, and educational services. Jamie has experience investigating child abuse and neglect, counseling youth charged with serious and violent crimes, counseling individuals that have suffered a traumatic brain injury, children in foster care, parents of children in foster care, sexual abuse specific treatment for children, victims of crimes, and LGBTQ+ specific treatment of children and adults.

Jamie graduated from Russell Sage College in Troy, New York in 2007 with a Bachelor’s of Arts Degree in Psychology. Jamie then spent 10 years working in the field prior to obtaining her Master of Arts Degree from Sage Graduate School in Counseling and Community Psychology in the year 2017. Jamie has completed many different trainings over the course of her career. Jamie most recently completed Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Training and ARC (Attachment/Regulation/Competency) Trainings. Recovering from trauma can be difficult, but you don't have to do it alone.

anxiety, depression, womenpsych, angermgmt, grief, lifetrans, careercounsel, adhd, couplescounsel, relfamtherapy, organization, lgbtq, selfesteem, sleep, parent, trauma, ptsd, ocd, socialanxiety, codependency, bipolardisorder, panicattacks cbt, dbt, person, psychodynamic, autism

Carrie Sullivan strives to create a safe, supportive, and encouraging environment for clients to explore their experiences with the intent of understanding personal behavioral patterns and inner obstacles. Carrie’s goal as a mental health counselor is to provide a mirror to the client. She helps her clients reclaim their powers, clarify their goals and integrate their struggles to create greater purpose and meaning by calling on their own intuitive wellspring of healing and inner knowledge of themselves and their needs. She has experience helping clients with a wide breadth of concerns including anxiety, depression, mood disorders, trauma, grief, and chronic health problems. She utilizes a trauma informed approach to assist survivor victims across the gender spectrum in understanding and giving voice to their traumatic experiences.

Carrie holds a Master’s in Mental Health Counseling from Saint Lawrence University in Canton, New York, a BFA in Theatre from Marymount Manhattan College, and an ADN in Nursing from SUNY Canton. She draws upon her knowledge of health and wellness to assist clients in discovering tools personally suited to their own needs for relaxation and healing. She practices from a size acceptance and Health at Every Size based approach. She has additional professional training in the work of Marshall Rosenberg PhD with Melanie Sears, RN, MBA, PhD from the Center for Nonviolent Communication. Carrie is active in social justice causes and is dedicated to supporting BIPOC and LGBTQIA+, neurodivergent and disabled communities.

anxiety, depression, womenpsych, angermgmt, grief, lifetrans, careercounsel, adhd, careercounsel, spirit, couplescounsel, relfamtherapy, organization, lgbtq, selfesteem, socialanxiety, domesticabuse, codependency, bipolardisorder, panicattacks, cope, trauma, lifecoach, ptsd, cbt, mindfulness, person, cbt, dbt, gestalt, art, chronicpain, autism

Katherine works with people who experience anxiety and depression, eating and substance use disorders, and the effects of trauma. Using strength-based techniques, combing through behavior and thought patterns, she helps clients to distinguish between strategies that are highly effective, and those that do not work anymore. She has found that clients are best able to change problematic behaviors when they also engage in deep exploration of identity, relationships, even existential and systemic issues. The subtle and theoretical topics that emerge in therapy frame and support the measurable changes most of us would like to accomplish.

Katherine brings experience with the humanities and yoga to her therapy practice. She received her Master’s in Counseling for Mental Health and Wellness from NYU. After studying philosophy and comparative literature as an undergraduate, Katherine moved into the care field, teaching yoga and working closely with people needing help. Her approach is gentle, compassionate, and tailored to each client. Katherine draws upon CBT, ACT, Psychodynamic and Narrative Therapy, which provide evidence-based frameworks within which to collaboratively build a unique treatment plan.

anxiety, depression, eatdisorder, womenpsych, substanceaddict, phobias, grief, lifetrans, , adhd, spirit, relfamtherapy, sleep, selfesteem, socialanxiety, , codependency, bipolardisorder, panicattacks, parent, cope, trauma, socialanxiety, ocd, cbt, person, psychodynamic, mindfulness, pornaddict

Kayla is experienced in trauma, anxiety, relationship concerns, grief/loss, LGBTQ+ concerns, emotion management, and difficult transitions. Kayla highlights the importance of self-awareness while being adaptive in her approach. She believes in the incorporation of the client’s values and motivations while blending techniques.

Kayla creates an open space for you to make your own. She encourages the journey of self-understanding, self-awareness, motivation, and growth. Understanding that each experience is unique and personal, she implements the integration of holistic, dialectic behavior therapy (DBT), cognitive behavior therapy (CBT), psychodynamic, strength-based, and family system techniques for an authentic space. Kayla believes in the importance of having an ally and a support system as you navigate through life’s changes and obstacles.

Kayla received her bachelor's degree in psychology from Stony Brook University before earning an MA and an EdM degree in mental health counseling from Columbia University.

Here, the commitment is to you. I look forward to meeting you.

anxiety, depression, womenpsych, angermgmt, grief, lifetrans, careercounsel, adhd, couplescounsel, relfamtherapy, organization, lgbtq, selfesteem, sleep, parent, trauma, ptsd, ocd, socialanxiety, codependency, bipolardisorder, panicattacks cbt, dbt, person, psychodynamic, autism

Cyndi Morales aims to provide a safe, nurturing space for you to explore who you are now and who or where you want to be. She is committed to building a strong therapeutic bond and helping you feel safe to dive deep and explore your challenges. Cyndi's goal is to help you navigate your experiences and help you build on your strengths, foster your resilience and develop skills that will follow you beyond our therapy sessions. Cyndi's counseling approach is influenced by Person-Centered and Cognitive Behavioral Therapies (CBT) as well as Motivational Interviewing techniques to help you travel the path towards your goals.

Cyndi received her Bachelor's degree in Forensic Psychology, and Master's degree in Forensic Mental Health Counseling both from John Jay College of Criminal Justice. Cyndi's experience includes but is not limited to helping individuals navigate anxiety, depression, self esteem issues, social challenges related to stigma, and family and relationship challenges.

anxiety, depression, grief, lifetrans, relfamtherapy, organization, sleep, lifecoach, socialanxiety, panicattacks, cope, trauma, mindfulness, person, cbt

Denise believes therapy is one of the most courageous journey one can embark on. Receiving the attention, respect and sensitivity of a compassionate therapist is key, Denise says. Denise’s passion for helping others stems from being faced with difficult life situations which led her to grow from these experiences and utilize her knowledge to better understand people from all walks of life. She strives to help each client free themselves from the heavy burdens they carry and move towards a life of happiness and fulfillment.

Denise holds a Master of Arts degree in Mental Health Counseling and a Bachelors in Forensic Psychology with a minor in Criminology from John Jay College. Previously, she worked with dual-diagnosis adults with developmental disabilities as a Behavioral Intervention Specialist.

anxiety, depression, substanceaddict, angermgmt, grief, lifetrans, relfamtherapy, selfesteem, sleep, lifecoach, spirit, parent, cope, trauma, cbt, person, psychodynamic, mindfulness, bipolardisorder, panicattacks, domesticabuse, autism, pornaddict

Nicole Muniz is a Mental Health Counselor ( LMHC-P). She believes that while someone's destination is of the utmost importance on a travelled road, the therapeutic process is a journey of change and growth. Like any journey, travelers have their twists and turns, as well as their ups and downs as they navigate new places within themselves. Adapting to her clients’ needs is a crucial part of her therapeutic process.

Nicole has worked with a wide variety of clients, including individuals with severe and enduring mental illnesses, students, and convicted felons. Nicole utilizes a variety of techniques in therapy, including CBT, REBT, Client-Centered Counseling, and even creative therapies, such as Improvisational Music Therapy. Nicole has counseled individuals coping with issues such as borderline personality disorder, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, alcoholism, anxiety, depression, sex addiction and individuals recovering from sexually deviant behaviors. Nicole obtained her Bachelor's degree in Psychology from St. Joseph's College, and obtained her Master's degree in Mental Health Counseling from Long Island University.

anxiety, depression, eatdisorder, womenpsych, angermgmt, phobias, careercounsel, careercounsel, spirit, relfamtherapy, organization, selfesteem, socialanxiety, domesticabuse, codependency, panicattacks, parent, cope, trauma, cbt, sleep

Stephanie Fierro is an empathetic mental health counselor who embraces her clients’ strengths. She believes everyone deserves a safe space to process trauma and any factors that are interfering with one’s day to day life. She is committed to building a strong and supportive therapeutic relationship. Stephanie strives to help clients obtain all the tools needed to navigate life past the therapy session. Her treatment approaches include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, as well as Strength Based Approaches like Mindfulness and Coaching practices.

Stephanie received her Master’s in Forensic Mental Health Counseling from John Jay College for Criminal Justice. She has experience in oversight of community-based organizations compliance with therapeutic evidence-based models. She also has years of experience working with children and families who have struggled with trauma, substance use, domestic violence, anxiety, and family issues.

divider, anxiety, womenpsych, grief, lifetrans, adhd, careercounsel, relfamtherapy, organization, selfesteem, lifecoach, spirit, parent, cope, trauma, codependency, cbt, mindfulness

Alida is a mental health counselor committed to creating an atmosphere of safety and understanding. Her work includes identifying various strengths and weaknesses her clients carry. By using different approaches: CBT, DBT, Motivational Interviewing and Person-Centered Therapy, she helps her clients reach their goals. Through her work as a therapist, Alida has found that building sustainable support systems outside of therapy plays a large role in clients’ success. In the past, Alida worked with the homeless and SPMI population and stands as an ally for minority groups including refugee, BIPOC and LGBTQ+.

Alida holds a Master’s in Mental Health Counseling and Bachelors is Biology from Medaille College in Buffalo, New York. Alida takes an integrative approach to counseling; by blending different therapeutic modalities, she can best serve her clients depending on what the moment calls for. Alida values honesty and determination, two essential components to building a meaningful counseling relationship. Alida has a natural curiosity about understanding people and a passion for helping them better themselves.

anxiety, depression, substanceaddict, lifetrans, relfamtherapy, adhd, selfesteem, LGBTq, ptsd, org, spirit, parent, cope, trauma, parent, cope, ptsd, careercounsel, sleep, adhd, lifecoach, organization, cbt, dbt, psychodynamic, mindfulness, art, codependency, bipolardisorder, panic