PRACTICE OWNER AND CLINICAL DIRECTOR

Heather earned her Master of Social Work (MSW) from Stony Brook University and has worked in the mental health field since 2015, bringing over a decade of experience to her work with clients.

Heather is passionate about helping individuals navigate anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, and major life transitions that can leave them feeling disconnected from themselves. She approaches therapy with compassion and care, supporting clients as they work toward meaningful change, develop healthier habits, and build lives that align with their goals and values.

She has a special interest in supporting pregnant and postpartum parents as they navigate the emotional and practical challenges that come with this significant life stage.

Heather draws from evidence-based approaches including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), strengths-based techniques, and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR). Her goal is to help clients process past experiences, develop greater self-awareness, and move forward with confidence.

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Seeking help is a difficult first step, and Marissa deeply respects anyone who takes it. She strives to create a collaborative, supportive space where clients feel heard, respected, and empowered to work through the challenges they are facing.

Marissa’s experience has primarily focused on supporting individuals through major life transitions and complex life circumstances. Her background includes working with first-generation college students, individuals healing from trauma, those navigating dating after abuse and seeking to prevent revictimization, individuals managing the stress of high-conflict divorce and custody proceedings, and parents working to break intergenerational cycles of trauma and build secure attachments with their children. She has supported clients navigating these experiences while managing symptoms of anxiety, depression, and PTSD.

With an educational background in both Psychology and Social Work, Marissa considers the ways a person’s experiences, environment, relationships, and stressors can shape their mental health and overall well-being.

Her approach is eclectic, person-centered, trauma-informed, and relational. She draws from psychodynamic and attachment-based theories while integrating solution-focused techniques, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), motivational interviewing, and harm reduction strategies when appropriate.

Marissa brings a broad range of clinical experience and a deep respect for each client’s unique story. She works collaboratively with clients to better understand their experiences, identify meaningful goals, and develop practical tools for moving forward.

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Carly Riegler understands that life can bring unexpected and challenging experiences that make navigating day-to-day life feel overwhelming. She strives to create a safe, supportive, and empathetic environment where clients can explore their experiences, gain insight, and develop effective coping strategies. Carly believes that therapy can be an important space for personal growth and works collaboratively with clients to help them move toward greater confidence and emotional well-being.

Carly is passionate about working with adolescents, young adults, and adults who are navigating anxiety, depression, self-esteem concerns, stress, and other life challenges. She takes a collaborative approach to therapy and incorporates evidence-based techniques including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Motivational Interviewing, and strengths-based practices to help clients develop practical tools and build upon their existing strengths.

Carly is also an EMDR-certified therapist and has a special interest in helping clients process and heal from trauma and other distressing life experiences. Through Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), she supports individuals in safely working through difficult memories, reducing emotional distress, and developing healthier ways of coping.

Carly recognizes that starting therapy can feel overwhelming and works to ensure that clients feel heard, supported, and empowered throughout the process. She meets each client with compassion and without judgment, helping them take meaningful steps toward healing, personal growth, and improved emotional well-being.

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Molly believes that each person is the expert in their own life. She sees her role as helping clients tap into the insight and inner knowing they already possess. Through self-growth, authenticity, and supportive relationships, Molly believes individuals have the ability to create meaningful and lasting change.

Molly works with individuals and couples navigating a range of complex challenges, including perinatal mental health, anxiety, depression, self-esteem, relationship dynamics, and major life transitions. She brings warmth, compassion, and empathy to her work and strives to create a safe, nonjudgmental space where clients feel comfortable exploring their experiences and expressing vulnerability.

Drawing from both her personal and professional experiences, Molly tailors her approach to each client’s unique needs and goals. She incorporates evidence-based methods including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and mindfulness, along with strengths-based, solution-focused, and trauma-informed approaches.

Molly also works with clients to develop practical skills that support their overall well-being, including healthy communication, boundary-setting, and greater self-awareness. She believes therapy is a space to explore what makes each person unique and to build the confidence and tools needed to move forward with greater intention and authenticity.

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Megan strives to create a warm, empathetic, and nonjudgmental environment where clients feel safe exploring their experiences and navigating the challenges they face. She believes that beginning therapy takes courage and works to make the process feel supportive, collaborative, and empowering.

Megan takes a collaborative and individualized approach to therapy, recognizing that every person’s experiences, needs, and goals are unique. She works with children ages 12 and older, adolescents, and adults navigating trauma, relationship challenges, depression, anxiety, personality disorders, and other life challenges.

Megan also welcomes individuals, couples, and families who are seeking greater balance, connection, and fulfillment in their lives. Whether someone is beginning therapy for the first time or returning to the process, she meets each client where they are and works alongside them to develop meaningful goals and strategies for moving forward.

Through a compassionate and multidimensional approach, Megan supports clients in exploring their experiences, processing difficult emotions, strengthening relationships, and developing a deeper understanding of themselves. Her goal is to provide a safe space where clients feel heard, supported, and empowered throughout their therapeutic journey.

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Sean provides compassionate, client-centered therapy to individuals and families navigating life’s challenges. He works with clients experiencing depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship concerns, and major life transitions, helping them develop greater self-awareness and identify meaningful ways to move forward.

Sean has extensive experience working with at-risk populations in community-based settings, giving him a strong understanding of the ways mental health can intersect with social, environmental, and systemic factors. He recognizes that each person’s circumstances and experiences are unique and takes a holistic approach to understanding the challenges clients may be facing.

Sean strives to create a supportive and nonjudgmental space where clients feel heard, respected, and empowered throughout their therapeutic journey. He works collaboratively with clients to build on their strengths, navigate obstacles, and develop greater insight as they work toward their goals.

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Jennifer believes that no one is exempt from the struggles and challenges that come with life. She recognizes that everyone faces their own difficulties, even when those challenges may not be visible to others, and strives to provide a space where clients feel understood, supported, and free from judgment.

Jennifer takes a strengths-based, person-centered approach to therapy, walking alongside each client as they navigate their own journey of self-discovery. She works collaboratively with clients to identify and work toward their unique goals, whether those goals involve making behavioral or emotional changes, developing new perspectives, or learning to respond differently to the circumstances they cannot control.

Jennifer incorporates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), mindfulness, and Motivational Interviewing alongside strengths-based and person-centered approaches. She helps clients recognize and build upon their existing strengths while developing practical tools to support meaningful and lasting change.

Jennifer is especially passionate about working with adults experiencing depression, anxiety, and everyday life stressors. She has a particular interest in supporting clients through significant life transitions, including aging, illness, caregiving responsibilities, and changes in relationships. Her goal is to help clients navigate these transitions with greater self-awareness, resilience, and a sense of peace amid life’s challenges.

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John takes a warm, strengths-based approach and believes that each person’s story is unique, meaningful, and deserving of understanding and respect.

John incorporates narrative therapy and resilience-building into his work, helping clients recognize their strengths, re-author unhelpful narratives, and move forward with greater confidence and clarity. He works collaboratively with clients to explore both internal and external challenges while creating a therapeutic environment that feels supportive and empowering.

John’s practice is inclusive, affirming, and respectful of neurodiversity. He often incorporates creativity and opportunities for emotional expression and catharsis to support clients navigating life transitions, grief, anxiety, stress, self-image concerns, and other challenges.

John earned his Master of Social Work from Widener University and has experience working in college settings, hospital systems, and community mental health. This background has prepared him to work with children, teens, parents, families, and adults across many stages of life.

John understands that reaching out for therapy can feel like a big step. He strives to provide a safe and welcoming space where clients feel heard, supported, and empowered to better understand themselves and work toward meaningful growth.

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Ariana believes that everyone has their own unique journey through life. She strives to create a safe, supportive, and empathetic environment where clients feel comfortable working toward their goals, navigating challenges, and fostering meaningful growth.

Ariana is passionate about working with adolescents ages 12 and older, young adults, and adults experiencing life stressors, anxiety, depression, personality disorders, body image concerns, and other challenges. Through her clinical training and personal experiences, she recognizes that every individual has different needs and works to tailor her approach accordingly.

Ariana draws from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), psychodynamic therapy, trauma-informed care, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to support clients in developing greater self-awareness, understanding their experiences, and creating meaningful change.

Ariana views therapy as an opportunity for self-discovery, healing, and personal growth. She understands that beginning therapy can feel intimidating or overwhelming and strives to help each client feel comfortable, understood, and empowered throughout the process. Her goal is to meet clients where they are and support them as they work toward greater well-being and a life that feels meaningful to them.

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Marissa B. works with children, adolescents, and young adults navigating anxiety, low self-esteem, depression, trauma, and other life challenges. She strives to create a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental environment where clients feel heard, understood, and comfortable being their authentic selves.

Marissa takes an individualized and collaborative approach to therapy, recognizing that every client’s needs and experiences are unique. She utilizes evidence-based approaches including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Person-Centered Therapy, tailoring her approach to meet each client where they are in their journey.

Marissa views therapy as a partnership rather than a one-sided process. She works collaboratively with clients to identify their goals, explore challenges, develop healthy coping strategies, and build the skills needed to create meaningful and lasting change.

Marissa understands that beginning therapy can feel overwhelming, especially when it is difficult to know where to start. She works to make the therapeutic process approachable and empowering, helping clients build confidence, develop effective coping skills, gain a deeper understanding of themselves, and take meaningful steps toward the life they want.