Executive Clinical Director/Owner
Dr. Heather LaSelle, PhD, LCSW, MS, MPA
Experienced Therapist
In the past 20+ years, I have focused my career on working with children and families navigating overwhelming stress and life challenges. I have worked in group homes, residential settings, therapeutic schools, EMPS mobile crisis, as an IICAPS clinician, in psychiatric inpatient hospitals, outpatient clinics, and with criminal justice systems, DCF (child welfare) and Juvenile Justice systems. I understand the systems and can help you and your child(ren) to navigate them while working towards your individual goals.
During times of crisis, overwhelming emotions can result in feelings of disconnection and isolation. Individuals and families struggle with knowing who to turn to, who they can trust, and how to move forward.
Know you are not alone. Know there is help. You deserve relief and support.
As a qualified Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I am trained and skilled in methods to help you navigate your individual and family complexities, repair and restore positive relationships, build connections, and manage daily obstacles.
My therapeutic style is trauma informed, relationship and solution-focused, based on developing and repairing connections. I am both Yale and Harvard trained in treatment models and evidenced based treatment and research with expertise in treating:
ADHD
Complex Trauma / PTSD
Conduct Disorder / Oppositional Defiant Disorder
Disruptive Behaviors
Mood Disorders/ Bipolar
Depression
Anxiety
Postpartum Depression/Anxiety
Pregnancy Loss & Infertility
Reactive Attachment Disorder
Foster Care/Adoption related stress
Self-esteem
Divorce
Domestic/Intimate Partner Violence
Family Conflict and Mediation
Bullying
LGBTQIA+
Grief
Parenting
School related concerns
Behavioral concerns
Truancy, school phobia, school anxiety
Acute hospital level training and experience in treatment of youth and adults with:
Co-occurring disorders
Addiction
Suicidal Ideation/Attempts
Self-injurious / Self-harming behaviors
At-risk and high risk adolescents
Human Trafficking Survivors
You Matter.
You should never feel as though you "have" to attend therapy. Continuing to attend therapy when you don't feel connected, or are not making the progress or getting the results you want can feel like a waste of time.
Don't waste any more time. Work with someone who will help you to support a path to your goals, identifying and addressing the barriers to individual success and outlining a plan to healthy functioning, life satisfaction, and happiness. This can happen in as many or as few sessions as you would like.
Kids Matter.
Children can often become confused by therapy. Sometimes they internalize feeling as though they are "different" or "bad" as a result of engaging in therapy. As a result, some children and adolescents become resistant to engaging in treatment programs. I am happy to meet with you and your child to interview if I am the right fit to support your needs. I am willing to meet at your home or my office to support your child's engagement and involvement towards feeling better - because they deserve it.
Education Matters.
Children deserve Free and Appropriate Public Education. Education is a right of all children in the United States that is guaranteed by the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). Connecticut can do better in providing all students with safe and supportive educational opportunities in least restrictive environments. I am interested in supporting you and your child to achieve their full potential.
Clinical Directors
Erin Byrne, LPC
Katie Bartkus, LCSW
Katie Bartkus, LCSW
Clinical Director Adult & Adolescent Services
Erin received her Master's Degree in Forensic Mental Health Counseling from John Jay College of Criminal Justice. She is a Licensed Professional Counselor with extensive training and experience working with individuals and couples of all cultures and demographics to improve their lives. Erin works from a trauma-informed lens providing strength-based and individualized services for each person. She looks to assess unique needs, skills and strengths and works collaboratively with individuals and families to develop plans to overcome challenges and achieve goals. Erin specializes in working with men, women, couples and parents to improve communication and make changes in their lives that lead to empowerment, happiness, and success!
Katie Bartkus, LCSW
Katie Bartkus, LCSW
Katie Bartkus, LCSW
Clinical Director Children & Family Services
Katie received her Bachelor of Arts Degree in Psychology from Southern Connecticut State University and her Master’s Degree in Social Work from Fordham University. Katie has worked with children, adolescents, and families in the home, school, community, and residential placements. She has experience as a Milieu Counselor in an adolescent girl’s group home, an Intensive In-Home Child and Adolescent Psychiatric Services (IICAPS) mental health counselor, a Care Coordinator, a Family Social Worker in an adolescent girl’s respite program, an Emergency Mobile Psychiatric Services (EMPS) crisis clinician, an outpatient clinician, a Multidimensional Family Therapy (MDFT) clinician at a juvenile boy’s residential program, and a school social worker. Katie places a strong focus on taking the time to build trust and foster a strong therapeutic relationship in order to work on the goals that the client identifies. She aims to use her knowledge of client and community systems and a strength-based approach to help individuals meet their goals.
Katie is currently in the process of certification as a Registered Play Therapist.
Rebecca Russo, LPC
Katie Bartkus, LCSW
Rebecca Russo, LPC
Clinical Director of Operations
Becky brings years of clinical expertise derived from years working within Yale Intensive in home child-adolescent psychiatric services, Department of Mental Health & Addiction Services, the Connecticut Juvenile Training School, and outpatient clinical practice. Becky is a certified Nurtured Heart Approach® trainer and incorporates this approach into her clinical intervention, Becky's work with children and families is rooted in empathy, compassion, and non-judgment. Becky strives to create a safe, collaborative and supportive environment where our individuals feel comfortable exploring their thoughts and feelings, and where they can develop the skills and tools they need to thrive.
Dana Barker, LCSW
Katie Bartkus, LCSW
Rebecca Russo, LPC
Clinical Director of Community Services
Dana is an experienced social worker who received her Masters in Social Work from Southern Connecticut State University in 2016. She completed internships in the school setting and in extended day treatment from children ages 5 to 17.
Dana has experience working with children, adults and families in a variety of settings including managing in home programs for adults and children with disabilities. Dana has experience with group therapy including facilitating life skills groups, social groups, Dialectical Behavior Groups for Children, groups for children who have witnessed domestic violence/intimate partner violence as well as experience facilitating Intensive Outpatient Treatment for adults and children.
Dana has experience working with anxiety, depression, grief and loss, trauma, resiliency, ADHD/ADD, anger management, stress management, self-esteem, parenting, bullying, divorce, co-occurring disorders, substance abuse and addiction and postpartum depression.
Dana uses a variety of evidenced-based practices that are person-centered and strengths based. She will work together to find the right approach for you.
Clinical Supervisors
Jessica Gaafar, LPC
Alysha Armstrong, LCSW
Jessica Gaafar, LPC
Supervising Clinician
Jessica received her Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology and Sociology from the University of Connecticut and her Master’s of Science degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Southern Connecticut State University. Jessica is an experienced clinician with a history of working with children, adolescents, adult
Supervising Clinician
Jessica received her Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology and Sociology from the University of Connecticut and her Master’s of Science degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Southern Connecticut State University. Jessica is an experienced clinician with a history of working with children, adolescents, adults, and families addressing various mental health issues and needs. Jessica previously worked as a crisis clinician providing family-based mental health counseling, therapy, crisis intervention, and case management services to children and families. Jessica aims to help clients improve their quality of life and work through the various challenges they may be facing, by providing a safe and comfortable environment, guidance to self awareness, and strategies to a more positive self care lifestyle.
Abby Brewerton, LPC
Alysha Armstrong, LCSW
Jessica Gaafar, LPC
Supervising Clinician
Abby Brewerton is a Licensed Professional Counselor providing psychotherapy to children, adolescents, adults, and families. She received her Bachelor’s of Science Degree from Central Connecticut State University and Master’s Degree in Counseling from American International College. Abby’s experience and training ha
Supervising Clinician
Abby Brewerton is a Licensed Professional Counselor providing psychotherapy to children, adolescents, adults, and families. She received her Bachelor’s of Science Degree from Central Connecticut State University and Master’s Degree in Counseling from American International College. Abby’s experience and training have included intensive in-home treatment programs for individual and family challenges, substance use, victims of crime, intimate partner and family violence, and intensive outpatient treatment with diverse needs and accommodations.
Abby’s therapeutic style provides a non-judgmental and safe atmosphere for clients to openly explore and work through both their past as well as a current emotional state while focusing on unraveling/challenging ingrained beliefs and negative patterns that may be keeping them from positive change. She believes in offering a holistic approach to client-centered therapy using various evidence-based techniques including Trauma informed interventions, CBT, DBT, Family Therapy, Attachment based interventions to assist in self growth and healing. Her training and work experience include treating personal trauma, trauma and child development, attachment issues, anxiety, healing from addictive behaviors, relationship hardships, navigating life transitions, and self-care/wellness improvement.
Amanda Clavette, LCSW
Alysha Armstrong, LCSW
Alysha Armstrong, LCSW
Supervising Clinician
Amanda received her Bachelor of Arts Degree in Psychology and her Master's Degree in Social Work from Fordham University. Amanda has worked with children, adolescents, adults, and families within their homes and community. She has experience as a milieu counselor in an adolescent girls and adult women's group home,
Supervising Clinician
Amanda received her Bachelor of Arts Degree in Psychology and her Master's Degree in Social Work from Fordham University. Amanda has worked with children, adolescents, adults, and families within their homes and community. She has experience as a milieu counselor in an adolescent girls and adult women's group home, worked with community mental health systems, statewide services and home based services. Amanda has experience in both clinical and supervisory roles. Amanda believes in the empowerment of her clients using a combination of trauma based and strengths based approach but recognizes the importance of the individual journey. Amanda has a deep appreciation for work with parents, especially women through perinatal mental health support and parenting transitions.
Alysha Armstrong, LCSW
Alysha Armstrong, LCSW
Alysha Armstrong, LCSW
Supervising Clinician
Alysha has experience working with children, adults and families for 15 years. Alysha received a Bachelors Degree in social work from Western New England University, a Masters Degree in Human Services with a clinical focus from Post University, and a Masters Degree in Social Work from Fordham University.
Alysha has
Supervising Clinician
Alysha has experience working with children, adults and families for 15 years. Alysha received a Bachelors Degree in social work from Western New England University, a Masters Degree in Human Services with a clinical focus from Post University, and a Masters Degree in Social Work from Fordham University.
Alysha has experience working in the child protection field for over 10 years, as well as within school systems, specifically with special education students, for 3 years. Throughout her career, Alysha has gained extensive experience working with children and families in crisis and assisting with navigating systems including but not limited to child protection, juvenile and adult court systems, schools, public assistance and community services.
Alysha utilizes a trauma informed and strengths-based approach in working with her clients. She values the importance of understanding a person's culture, values and perspective in order to work together effectively to resolve issues and empower the children and adults she works with.
Casey Nowakowski, LCSW
Casey Nowakowski, LCSW
Casey Nowakowski, LCSW
Supervising Clinician
Casey received a Bachelor Degree in Psychology from Fordham University and continued her education at Fordham to become a Master of Social Work with a clinical concentration.
Throughout her social work career she has worked across the lifespan. She found a passion in working with children, adolescents and families. C
Supervising Clinician
Casey received a Bachelor Degree in Psychology from Fordham University and continued her education at Fordham to become a Master of Social Work with a clinical concentration.
Throughout her social work career she has worked across the lifespan. She found a passion in working with children, adolescents and families. Casey views the promise of an improve future through providing skills and tools to support children and families thrive beyond obstacles and challenges. As a licensed clinical social worker and supervisor, Casey has a non-judgemental approach and utilize trauma informed and strengths based perspectives in my treatment. She aims to support and collaborate with clinicians, clients and family members to empower them as they navigate through challenges.
Casey has worked in various settings and programs including a hospital, school, transitional housing, and nonprofit agency. She has advanced training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and has been trained by Yale in home treatment interventions. Casey is further certified in Nonviolent Crisis Intervention. Casey has ongoing experience working with and treating those diagnosed with various mental health disorders, complex family dynamics including abuse and attachment disruptions, and those navigating major life adjustments.
Nicole Kavalan, LCSW
Casey Nowakowski, LCSW
Casey Nowakowski, LCSW
Supervising Clinician
Nicole is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who has a passion for helping others. Nicole received her Bachelor of Arts Degree in Psychology from the University of Connecticut and her Master's Degree in Social Work from New York University. Nicole has worked with clients across the lifespan and has a wealth of experie
Supervising Clinician
Nicole is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who has a passion for helping others. Nicole received her Bachelor of Arts Degree in Psychology from the University of Connecticut and her Master's Degree in Social Work from New York University. Nicole has worked with clients across the lifespan and has a wealth of experience in both clinical and supervisory roles. Nicole has worked with community mental health systems, statewide services and home based services. Nicole has extensive experience working with individuals with psychiatric illness, co-occurring disorders, and behavioral issues. She also has experience working with families who have overcome or been faced with addiction issues as well as Adult Children of Alcoholics (ACOA).
Nicole uses a combination of a trauma based and strength-based approach to work with individuals to help them achieve their best quality of life. She likes to develop a strong therapeutic relationship with her clients and collaborate together on the client's recovery. Nicole likes to think outside the box and develop individualized treatment interventions using a holistic approach. She has a strong focus on empowering the client and incorporating self-care techniques. Nicole strives to provide a safe space for her clients and values the importances of understanding a person's culture and beliefs.
Dr. Ronald Brone, PhD
Dr. Brone obtained his PhD in clinical psychology from Fordham University in 1993, and has been a practicing, licensed psychologist for the past 23 years. He has experience with clients of all ages and with all types of psychiatric symptoms. Over the past 20 years, however, he has specialized in working with adolescents and their families. In particular, he has extensive experience working with adolescents presenting with aggressive or challenging behaviors and in helping individuals and families navigate safely through acute emotional crises. While Dr. Brone primarily utilizes a cognitive-behavioral approach, he adjusts his style based on the individual needs of the client. Above all, Dr. Brone believes that the basis of any effective therapy experience rests on building a trusting, supportive relationship with the therapist.
Ellise Vasquez, LMSW
Bilingual/Bicultural (Spanish/English) Se habla español
Ellise received her Bachelor of Science Degree in Psychology from the University of Bridgeport and her Master’s degree in Social Work from Fordham University. Ellise has experience as an Intensive In-Home Child and Adolescent Psychiatric Services (IICAPS) mental health counselor working with both children and adults experiencing a wide range of mental health disorders including: ADHD, Anxiety, Depression and Trauma. Ellise also has experience working with children and adults who are sysetm involved including the court system - through probation and parole as well as extensive work with DCF involved families. Her expertise includes specializing in treatment of individuals who have been victims or a witness to physical, emotional, sexual and domestic violence. Ellise supports her clients through trauma informed treatment interventions and developing a healing therapeutic alliance centered on client goals and strengths.
Shahid Abdul-Karim, LMSW
Shahid received his Bachelor of Human Service degree from Springfield College School of Human Services and Social Work and his Master of Clinical Social Work degree from the University of Saint Joseph. Shahid has over 10 years of healthcare administration leadership, working in hospitals, clinics and skilled nursing facilities. He has experience with trauma and domestic violence group (IPV) therapy, particularly working with underserved communities. Shahid is committed to helping adolescents and adults embrace the healing process, by building trust and working together to transform pain into progress or purpose.
Carrie Miranda, LCSW
Carrie Miranda is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 18 years of behavioral health experience working with all ages in a multitude of settings including individual outpatient counseling, hospital and community crisis centers, residential facilities, and intensive in-home services for children and families. Carrie specializes in working with older adolescents and adults with depression and mood disorders, anxiety, relationship issues, life transitions, self-injurious behaviors, and crisis situations. She has extensive knowledge working with children and families involved with DCF and Foster care and/or adoption and also specializes in Reunification work.
Carrie utilizes a strengths-based approach, helping to enhance self-esteem and empower individuals to reach their full potential. She strives to provide a calming and supportive environment so individuals can feels comfortable and safe. She makes use of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy and Mindfulness Based Interventions.
Carrie is also trained in Positive Parenting Techniques.
Kori Kermashek, LMSW
Kori graduated with a Master in Social Work degree from Fordham University. Her professional experience includes supporting children and adults through complex trauma, adoption, adverse experiences, secondary trauma, compassion fatigue and foster care/adoption. She has advanced expertise in treating court and system involved youth and families (DCF, DMHAS, Juvenile Justice, Parole/Probation).
Kori is an expert witness through State of CT Juvenile Court with experience with highly complex family and juvenile court cases. She is committed to providing a healing space for treatment to diverse children, indiidual and families and specifically focuses on first responders, child welfare workers, and law enforcement.
Dawn Jordan, LMSW
Dawn is a Licensed Master’s Social Worker with over 24 years of experience working with child welfare-involved children and families. In addition, she spent 9 years as an Intimate Partner Violence counselor at a women’s shelter providing individual and group support.
Dawn earned her Bachelor’s degree in Social Work from Southern Connecticut State University and her Master’s degree in Social Work from Fordham University.
Dawn has experience working with children and families who have experienced trauma, substance use, intimate partner violence, adverse childhood experiences including abuse and neglect. Her main objective is to empower individuals using evidence-based practice interventions. She will incorporate Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and utilize other interventions based on individual needs and goals.
Karen Mayo, LCSW
Karen received her Bachelor's degree in social work from Southern Connecticut State University where she also minored in psychology and graduated with her Master's in Clinical Social work from Fordham University. Karen has over six years clinical experience working with children, adolescents, and families, treating a myriad of psychiatric disorders. She uses a trauma informed, brain-based approach to assessing and treating clients, and educates families on the importance of attachment on relationships across the lifespan. She prefers using multi-modal therapeutic approaches and draws from Humanistic theory, attachment theory, neo-Freudian psychodynamic theory, and solution-focused therapy. Karen incorporates some interventions in sessions based on internal family systems and dialectical behavioral therapy. She recently earned her certification in Integrative Medicine through Evergreen Certifications and is in the process of becoming a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP-II). Karen also explores the benefits of neuro-feedback with clients who may be interested in this treatment option to address the effects of trauma.
Abigail Jacques, LCSW
Abby received her Bachelor's degree in Human Development and Family Studies from the University of Connecticut (GO HUSKIES!) and her Master of Social Work from Southern Connecticut State University. Through her time working in Extended Day Treatment (EDT) and a therapeutic day school, she has experience working with children, adolescents, and families for the past 7+ years. Abby has begun to incorporate skilled play therapy techniques into her work with children, as she is pursuing a certification in advanced study in play therapy through Sacred Heart University. She intends to become a Registered Play Therapist after completing this certificate.
Abby takes a strengths-based approach and believes that play at any age is important for learning about yourself, including emotions, self-esteem, and coping skills. She believes that family connections - working to understand each others' strengths and needs and strengthening bonds are important, and she enjoys working with children and families to achieve common goals.
Eva Rosado, LMFTA
Eva is a dedicated Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Associate with a career spanning over fifteen years of experience working across the lifespan. Eva’s extensive experience and commitment to a systemic approach makes her a valued resource in facilitating positive change for individuals, couples, and families.
Eva earned her Bachelor's Degree in Social Work and her Master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy at Central Connecticut State University. Eva’s professional experience includes child protective services and community mental health, providing therapeutic services to adults, children, couples, and families.
Eva’s qualifications and expertise include: depression/mood disorders, self-esteem and confidence building, crisis intervention, trauma, grief, substance abuse, intimate partner violence, anxiety/stress/anger management, communication skills, conflict resolution, gender identity exploration, and relationship/family issues.
Eva has provided psychotherapies utilizing the following modalities; Structural Family Systems Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Motivational Interviewing and Mindfulness Stress Reduction.
Eva’s therapeutic approach is deeply rooted in systems theory, recognizing that individuals are profoundly influenced by their environments and relationships. Eva is passionate about working collaboratively with families, children, and adolescents to address complex challenges and promote resiliency and healing. Eva’s empathetic and non-judgmental demeanor creates a safe space for clients to explore their experiences and develop coping strategies.
Chelsea Powell, LMSW
Chelsea has experience working with children, adults, and families for over 10 years. She received a Bachelor's Degree in Social Work from Central Connecticut State University and a Master's Degree in Social Work from Fordham University.
Chelsea has experience working collaboratively with children and families through her career experience working in the child protection and juvenile justice systems. Chelsea has additionally worked to support children and their families in navigating, advocating and supporting accomodations in her work within the school system. She has extensive experience working with students with diverse and special education needs within schools and detention facilities.
Chelsea's therapeutic style includes providing a non-judgmental and safe space where individuals can openly explore their feelings and emotions while feeling supported and heard. She believes in utilizing a trauma informed and strengths based approach as well as empowering each client to reach their own goals.
Jennifer Easter, LMSW
Jennifer is a Licensed Master’s Social Worker who has 14 years of experience working with children, adults, and families. Jennifer received her Bachelor of Social Work at Central Connecticut State University with a focus on children and families, and went on to receive her Masters in Social Work at
University of Saint Joseph with a focus on clinical social work.
Jennifer’s work experience includes providing mental health services in settings such as in home (Care Coordination for adolescent focused work), Foster/Adoptive Family work, systems based (DCF, collaboration with juvenile justice systems), community based (Shelter Advocate, Substance Abuse
Treatment, etc.) and in school setting. Jennifer’s expertise thus far has been working with children, adults, and families in the areas of crisis/self-harm, trauma, anxiety, grief, ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorders (neurodiversity), substance abuse, domestic violence/intimate partner violence, foster/adoptive permanency, adolescent focused educational social work, and career/re-employment counseling. In practice, Jennifer has provided psychotherapies such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Problem Solving Therapy, Harm Reduction Techniques, Motivational Interviewing and Mindfulness Based Stress
Reduction. Jennifer uses a strengths-based approach with each client collaboratively, to help define their personal goals while celebrating each person’s resiliency. Jennifer believes that seeking support to improve oneself can be challenging, overwhelming and at times terrifying, however until one takes the first step out of bravery, they can begin to see their potential for growth.
Joseph Baranowski, LMSW
Joe is a Licensed Master's Social Worker with more than 20 years of dedicated experience aiding children and families navigating complex systems, including court and child welfare. With a solid foundation in strength-based, trauma-focused, and relational therapeutic approaches, Joe has consistently served to support and empower individuals experiencing complex challenges, fostering resilience and aiding growth.
Randi Wright, LMSW
Randi received her Bachelor of Social Work degree from the University of Alaska Fairbanks, and her Master's of Social Work degree from the University of Kentucky. Randi focuses her clinical work on working with children and adults across the lifespan. She is committed to helping children, adolescents, and adults build healthier relationships with themselves and others. She utilizes a person-centered and genuine approach to counseling to collaborate with individuals in reaching goals identified by the individual and/or family.
Jessica Tresselt, LPCA
Jess has over 17 years of experience working with children in all different capacities including adolescent residential settings, an alternative special education school, and in public schools. Throughout her career, Jess has extensive experience working with children and families in crisis and assisting with navigating systems such as child protective services, juvenile court, and special education service sand accommodations in schools. Jess is committed to providing a nurturing and supportive environment where children feel heard, understood and valued. Jess is deeply passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of children and sees the importance of incorporating family dynamics into the therapeutic process. With empathy and understanding, Jess works with her client to cultivate self-awareness, foster resilience and promote personal growth. Jess incorporates mindfulness, CBT (Cognitive Behavior Therapy) and solution-focused methods into her therapeutic approach.
Raenette Riddick, LMSW
Raenette Gatling Riddick, LMSW is an experienced Social Worker with over 23 years experience working with children, families and couples involved with Child Protective Services. Raenette received her Bachelor’s degree in Social Work from Southern Connecticut State University and a Master of Social Work degree from Springfield College. Raenette has an extensive background in child welfare working with children and families who are in crisis due to substance use, mental health, and Intimate Partner Violence issues. Raenette additionally has been a leader in training and educating the child welfare community around issue impacting families with
a focus on Racial Justice. Raenette specializes in Christian Counseling, focusing on the connection between one’s emotional /psychological well-being and their faith. Raenette is a passionate person who uses a Client-Centered approach in working with children and adults alike.
Megan Johnson, LMSW
Megan received her Bachelor of Arts degree in Social Work from Western Connecticut State University and her Master of Arts Degree in Social Work from Fordham University. Megan has 5 years of experience working with children and their families addressing diverse challenges and needs. Megan has experience working with individuals with presenting concerns including mental health, substance abuse, and intimate partner violence. Megan aims to work with children who are suffering from trauma to improve their quality of life and the numerous challenges they may face. Megan will provide a safe space for children, adolescents & families to work through their trauma in ways suitable for them.
Paige Pratt, LCSW
Bio coming soon!
Christina Gibson, LMSW
Christina has dedicated her career to working with children and families. She has expertise in working with children who have experienced complex trauma, early adverse experiences, and foster care/adoption. Christina graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Social Work from the University of Saint Joseph. She completed her Master's Degree in Clinical Social Work at the University of Saint Joseph. She has over 20 years of experience working in sub-acute and group home settings for children and adolescents who have experienced trauma. She has experience working with children with Reactive Attachment, Bipolar and
Depression. Christina is trained in Dialectical Behavior Therapy and has experience facilitating DBT skills groups. She has also worked as a child protective services social worker for children and adults in the DCF and Juvenile Justice Court System. Christina believes in the therapeutic approach using the R.I.C.H. acronym to promote healing. Respect, Information, Connection, and Hope are central to her belief that relationships matter and that relationships heal people. She utilizes a trauma-centered approach in working with children and families.
Ashley Piccirillo, LMSW
Ashley is a licensed master’s social worker and has over 8 years experience working with children and adolescents of all ages. Ashley worked as an intensive in-home child and adolescent clinician for several years. As a therapist, Ashley believes in allowing clients and their families to take the lead on their treatment with gentle guidance from her when it is needed. Ashley can provide support for youth/families going through challenging times and needing a neutral and safe space to work through their thoughts and feelings. At the same time, she also utilizes her more intensive interventions for youth and families presenting with longer-term crisis and difficulties. Due to specializing working with youth, she tends to be creative in utilizing other therapy modalities such as techniques in art-based, drama, and play-based therapeutic techniques. Youth can frequently struggle expressing themselves effectively with their words, so allowing them to utilize other outlets results in gaining some insight about their thought processes and emotions while also giving them some relief of expressing their thoughts and feelings in healthy ways. Ashley looks forward to supporting children and families to achieving their goals.
Jennifer Cotto, MSW Intern
Bio Coming Soon