Meet the Experts
Team
Sarah C.
Pre-Licensed Professional, MHC-LP
Using a person-centered therapeutic approach & incorporating cognitive behavioral techniques and interventions, we will work together using your individual goals and concerns. Through emotional exploration and cognitive challenging, we will aim for you to have an increased sense of self awareness and personal growth.
My goal is to provide a nonjudgmental, safe environment for you to discuss your emotional needs and concerns. Wherever you are in your therapeutic journey, together, we can come to a place of clarity and peace.
Rosanna D.
Bilingual Mental Health Counseling Therapist
M.S., LMHC
Many experience trauma in their everyday lives ranging from acute, chronic, and generational. Becoming aware and learning how to navigate the effects of trauma is a necessary step towards healing.
My therapeutic approach is uniquely tailored to each individual's pace, needs, and goals. Where we will use CBT, EMDR, and art techniques as we talk about your experiences and traumas. Not only will you be able to understand yourself more but you will be able to improve your relationship with yourself and others.
My ultimate goal is to help you to feel safe and at peace as you learn how to heal from within.
Corina P.
Mental Health Counselor (MHC-LP)
My approach reflects my empathic, nonjudgmental, and compassionate style. I believe that the therapeutic relationship is one of the most important factors in treatment, as I believe that healing happens when there is a strong therapeutic alliance. I collaborate with and empower my clients to harness or reclaim their inner strength and power. I have experience working with clients who struggle with anxiety, depression, relationship stressors, work/life stress, life transitions, and trauma.
I have training in person-centered therapy, which emphasizes unconditional acceptance and empathy for my clients. I also incorporate strategies from cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) and solution-focused therapy in my clinical work. Most importantly, my goal is to meet my clients where they are at and help them achieve their individual therapy goals.
Charisse
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, MHC-LP
Using a combination of therapeutic styles and modalities, I tailor my treatment to each client’s specific goals and needs. As a therapist, I am focused on assisting you on your journey towards self-understanding, acceptance, and love.
My goal is to connect in a way that honors identities, is trauma-informed, and focuses on the elements of relationships that need care and attention. I am committed to an empathetic and non-judgmental environment that allows for the nurturing of comfort and understanding needed for acceptance or change.
Kristen Deceglie
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, MHC-LP
Are you feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, depression, or just the stress of day-to-day life? If so, you have come to the right place! As a therapist, I go out of my way to make my clients feel safe and comfortable and provide them with the tools they need to navigate the world in a better way.
My therapeutic goal is to create a supportive environment for my clients. I have extensive background in multiple levels of care helping individuals struggling with anxiety, stress, depression, self-esteem, relationships, and addiction. My approach utilizes evidence-based therapies, such as CBT, is client-centered, and solution-focused.
Patrice A.
Counselor, MHC-LP
Therapy is one's self-exploration journey that I would love to be a part of. As a mental health counselor, my aim is to build strong relationships with each of my clients and revel in their accomplishments. More importantly, I am focused on guiding my clients through their challenges and recovery process with a person-centered, humanistic approach.
Individuals can expect to step into a safe and empathetic environment where I will work to understand potential triggers and build a treatment plan with the goal of releasing these mental burdens.
Jiselle
Pre-Licensed Professional, MSEd
Through my training and experience I have helped those living with psychological distresses(including cognitive, behavioral, emotional, & social issues), symptoms of depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, ADHD, ADD, grief, and PTSD. My expertise also includes support with narrative / mental reframing, behavioral / habit adjustments, increase of self-awareness, communication skills, stress management, goal setting, anger management, & self actualization. My skill sets are accomplished through my proficiency in empathy, validation, accountability, compassion, candor, thought provoking & solution focused dialogue.
Morgan
Counselor, MS, MHC-LP
A successful life to me means feeling fulfilled, balanced, and enough. At times, finding success can feel impossible. My training and personal passion for helping others find their footing makes me an ideal therapist for individuals and couples looking to readjust their approach to success.
Clients appreciate that my approach includes a healthy dose of encouragement and reality; emotional validation and logic. It is vital to the process to keep a healthy focus on a client's existing strengths. No matter your goals, I will work with you to execute strategies that work in harmony to help you practice progress, never perfection.
Alysia
MS, Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) and Clinical Manager
You are worthy of living a life that leaves you excited to wake up every morning, and we can work together to attain life's abundances filled with joy and peace. Starting therapy can be intimidating which is why I am here to guide you on this journey to achieving your goals and self-discovery, while enjoying the process as much as possible and experiencing yourself in new ways. I am devoted and eager to help individuals through their issues and work as a team to overcome their emotional pain and trauma which creates opportunity to live life based on your terms and build meaningful, healthy relationships. You deserve that!
My unique therapeutic approach is to work collaboratively as a team to meet your needs and support you in achieving the life you desire and deserve. I work to validate your emotions, target negative cognitions, highlight behavioral reactions and promote change through discovering inner strengths and developing greater self-awareness.
I invite you to take this journey with me, as I am ecstatic to embark on this new chapter with you.
Melissa D.
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, MHC, LP
My therapeutic approach is uniquely tailored to the client and collaborated with them based on their goals and experiences. Utilizing Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) we will explore your experiences and ignite change. Our work together will empower you to look within yourself, build acceptance, and better your relationship with yourself and with others.
Therapy can be an uncomfortable and intimidating experience but it can also be very healing. I strive to make sure you feel accepted, heard, and validated in your experiences. When you are ready, give me a call to schedule our first session and we can embark on this journey together.
Monika
Counselor, LP-MHC
I work with adults living with anxiety, depression, OCD, or eating disorders. I follow the H.A.E.S philosophy and understand how cultural contexts can affect the relationships we have with food and our bodies. I use CBT techniques tailored to your needs and interests, ranging from somatic exercises to creative processes, such as music therapy.
Therapy is a collaborative effort between client and counselor: together we can explore your goals so that, you can become the best version of yourself. As a queer, non-binary therapist, I want to provide members of the LGBTQ+, a space to be celebrated and empowered. Come as you are, this is a welcome for all who seek a positive connection in their life.
Larina
Mental Health Counselor, MHC-LP
Ever had too many thoughts at once? Or the feeling of your heart pounding out of your chest? Or even just not having the energy to get out of bed in the morning? Thats called anxiety. One of the most important aspects to understanding the world around you and the stressors around you is to understand the dynamics of yourself. Many of my clients have struggled with ADHD, ASD, Anger management issues, impulsivity, stress anxiety, depression and so much more.
Throughout my studies I focused on human development and neurological psychology. Here I unlocked a true love that I had for the understanding of the human brain and its functions. I thrive on helping individuals reach their full potential and move forward.
Michelle
Counselor, MS, MHC-LP
My experience has involved working with diverse populations of adolescents and adults seeking support on a spectrum of issues including depression, anxiety, stress, and improving self-esteem and body-image issues.
I appreciate the different ways people express their needs, and how important healthy communication and connection are for navigating any challenge in life. Motivating others and providing the needed emotional support to empower individuals inspires my current approach to therapy.
Kayla
Counselor, MS, MHC-LP
I have developed a special approach that includes empathic listening, validation of your emotions, identifying/altering unfavorable behaviors, working to create/maintain healthy relationships, devising personalized coping strategies, and exercising healthier habits. Self-reflection will help to reach goals, identify values, and understand your potential.
My experience has equipped me with tools/knowledge to aid diverse clients, practice cultural competency, maintain ethical standards/expectations, and most importantly focus on you. The good life is a process, not a destination. Like a GPS (Great Personal Support), allow me to help you effectively navigate your journey to being the best version of yourself.
Dominick
Counselor, MHC-LP
Under the supervision of Dr. Romano, as a limited permit in my work, I utilize a mix of evidence-based frameworks including cognitive-behavioral therapy, psychoanalytic therapy, and a humanistic approach. I believe in connecting with clients on a human level through conversational sessions, while also maintaining professionalism and appropriate boundaries.
Ultimately, I treat each client as a unique individual and works collaboratively with my clients and families to guide treatment, as I believe it is essential for clients to see that they are the expert of their own experience. I can help you explore different paths/avenues to help you become the "best version" of yourself.
516-537-2576
Nicole
Counselor, MS, MHC-LP
As an Integrative Therapist (MHC-LP), Life Coach, and Yoga Educator (E-RYT), I combine Eastern and Western philosophies and theories to encourage client transformation through new ways of thinking, seeing, and being. I believe that shifts come in all shapes and sizes, and there is no magic formula to finding happiness.
I work with the whole client - body, mind, and spirit - to help incorporate your unique parts into a complete and unified life. I often utilize Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) in sessions and co-facilitate Adult DBT Skills Training groups.
Emily L.
Counselor, MHC-LP
Working collaboratively, I will support your healing and growth as you become the best version of yourself. You will develop positive, healthy coping skills, as well as a positive self-image. You will leave therapy with tools to accomplish your goals and overcome challenges. You deserve to feel heard and supported while navigating your mental health. I will be there with you for each step of your journey.
I specialize in helping adolescent and young adult populations navigate anxiety, depression, life transitions, and a myriad of challenges. My approach is tailored to meet each client’s specific needs, while developing a strong therapeutic relationship. I seeks to empower clients by helping them develop healthy coping strategies and a positive self image.
Emily S.
Counselor, MS, MHC-LP
I follow a person-centered and humanistic therapy to focus on human potential. This approach focuses on helping the whole person’s ability to overcome difficulties through personal growth that leads to positive change. My approach is non-judgmental, supportive, validating, and warm. I commonly use elements of CBT, existential, and narrative therapy.
I treat all individuals 18+, specializing in grief and loss, transitional depression, anxiety, life transitions and adjustment, and chronic illness. I encourage you to bring joy, sadness, strengths, challenges, and hope to our work together. Whatever you may be struggling with, you are welcomed here.
(646) 807-9576
Shannon
Counselor, LP MHC
My passion and specialization lie in working with members of the LGBTQIA/Queer Community, Alternative Relationship Dynamics (Consensual Non-monogamy, Kink/BDSM, and adult content creators), Individuals and Couples interested in Sex Therapy, and anyone struggling with their identity and self-esteem. I am a HAES aligned practitioner and EMDR trained. This life is hard, uncomfortable, and messy. How we experience, adapt, cope, and respond to our life experiences is tethered to our ability to enjoy this life and live a fulfilled one. You are entitled to a life worth living, so let's learn how to live a life that reflects you.
My eclectic approach is based around the individual, their needs, and is collaborative in nature. I emphasize the importance of the therapeutic relationship, while utilizing techniques from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Narrative Therapy and more to address my client’s concerns and encourage change.
Therapy can be uncomfortable and challenging at times. And it can also be so rewarding. I strive to create a radical and safer space for my clients, where they feel encouraged, supported, and seen. I cannot take away the discomfort, but I will be in the trenches with you, walking along side you through this process. I cannot wait to meet you and get started.
Kristen
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, MHC-LP
As an integrative therapist specializing in anxiety and depression, I am a compassionate mental health counselor and life coach. I am dedicated to guiding you toward inner peace, personal growth, and a renewed sense of purpose. I truly believe that each of our journeys is unique, and therefore, we each require distinctive methods to meet our individual needs.
Through a person-centered therapeutic approach, I will help empower you to reach your full potential and live a fulfilling life by offering you a judgment-free environment where you can fully express yourself. I work with clinical modalities such as CBT, ACT, and DBT.
Whether you need guidance through something specific, need support in personal or intrapersonal relationships, or are feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or depressed, I combine complementary methodologies and techniques that can be tailored to meet your specific needs and goals. Together we will overcome life's obstacles and give you a sense of hope and purpose.
Brittany G.
Counselor, MS, MHC-LP
We all can benefit from compassion and support, I offer my clients an outlet to openly and non-judgmentally express themselves, while providing knowledgeable and constructive feedback and guidance. Together we can identify and explore ways to help you make your everyday life and struggles easier. Therapy is about fostering a trusting environment and working together to create positive change. By providing you with support and emphasizing skill building, we can create these monumental changes, together.
I provide a space where you can feel safe and heard so that you can be open and honest while discovering things about yourself. Sometimes we can get wrapped up in negative thoughts that aren't healthy for us. I provide an environment where we can uncover these thought patterns and alter them in order to reduce suffering and increase your life satisfaction.
Beginning your search for someone to help support you and your struggles is a brave step that I want to acknowledge you for. I will support your experiences and feelings while challenging you to create change. Together we can manage anything life throws at us. I am hopeful that you will reach out so we can start this life changing journey together!
Donnica
Pre-Licensed Professional
Donnica Hamlet is currently a mental health counseling student at Long Island University, working towards licensure. When working with clients, she is able to effectively incorporate new approaches and techniques to facilitate change suited to each client. She uses approaches such as mindfulness, validation, skill building, and active listening, in order to help clients through difficult situations they may be facing. These approaches are supported by theories such as psychoanalytic theory with a humanistic/person-centered approach learned during her studies. She specializes in self-esteem, polyamory and relational issues. It is important for her to promote good mental health practices and well-being with her clients. Working with clients struggling with depression, anxiety, interpersonal relationships amongst other issues, she is able to create an environment for her clients where she emphasizes a focus on growth, healthy development, coping strategies and empowerment.
Cherylle
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, MHC-LP
It is my goal to help clients discover their authentic selves, improve their relationships, boost self esteem, and utilize their strengths to empower and advocate for themselves. My treatment specializations include relationship issues, trauma, interpersonal relationship violence, life transitions, depression and anxiety. I provide services utilizing various modalities and approaches including person-centered, solution focused, strengths-based and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT). My approach is uniquely tailored to each client’s needs, goals and preferences.
347-201-3702
Emma
Pre-Licensed Professional
My goal is to lead clients toward a fulfilling life. I do this by creating a safe space filled with empathy, understanding, and absolutely zero judgement. I am here to provide support to teenagers and adults who experience difficulty with anxiety, life transitions, depression, family conflicts, relationship issues and more. I focus on empowering my clients by tailoring the therapeutic space to what works for them in order to maximize their abilities and help them create the life they envision for themselves.
I utilize a Cognitive Behavioral, Humanistic, and Person-Centered approach to therapy, with the goal of digging deeper into the world of my clients. This helps them to better understand themselves and their behaviors and motivations, allowing them to work through this and gain new perspectives with different mindsets.
If you feel you are struggling in any way, I am here to help. Please reach out to me to schedule your first session!
(973) 715-0680
Nicole A.
Counselor, LMHC
Our stories are comprised of unique experiences that both consciously and unconsciously shape who we are. I believe that by seeking to understand the ways in which these experiences have influenced us, a pathway for growth and healing is unveiled. My goal is to create a space that is welcoming, warm and nonjudgmental. One that supports the development of self and will encourage each client to remain steadfast in their journey towards living their most authentic life. My integrative approach to treatment allows for a uniquely tailored therapeutic experience. One where your individual needs will be taken into careful consideration and handled with the utmost care. With your commitment to this process, my hope is that together, we can work to understand what hinders you and collaboratively seek solutions that leave you in alignment with your identified goals.
While I have previously worked closely with those struggling with substance use disorders and severe and persistent mental illness, my passion lies in working with varying degrees of trauma, athlete/sports related mental health, relational challenges, the management of anxiety/depression and issues concerning the LGBTQ+ community.
Jennifer
Pre-Licensed Professional, MHC-LP
In the process of navigating life, we naturally encounter obstacles. Whether you are enduring difficult life transitions, trying to make sense of your experiences, or navigating tricky interpersonal relationships, you don’t have to figure it all out on your own. Therapy is a space to work towards clarity in an empathetic, thoughtful, and authentic manner. Looking at ourselves in the context of individual, interpersonal, and cultural cycles allows us to more clearly understand our life experiences and internal reactions.
I approach therapy from a holistic, person-centered, and integrated relational orientation. This entails exploring how past experiences have shaped our current beliefs, roles, attachments, and coping mechanisms. We will work together to understand how these cycles may be repeating themselves in your present, and how we can alter them for the better.
We are all doing the best that we can given the tools we are equipped with. My goal is to help expand your toolbox through exploration of self, psychoeducation, and fostering human connection in a warm, empathetic space. I welcome the opportunity to work with you!
Latisha
Pre-Licensed Professional, MHC-LP
I am a sociocultural counselor who recognizes that individuals often make decisions based on their intrapersonal values paired with that of their environment. I am a relatable, caring therapist who embraces individuality and relies on trust as my foundation when establishing new client relationships. My goal is to create a safe space for clients to explore their feelings, share their experiences and express their emotions for a better understanding of themselves and others. I believe that no one approach is effective to all and incorporate eclectic pathways to meet each individual’s needs.
At Next Level Mental Health, I blend CBT and a Person-Centered Approach, empowering you to lead your care and develop essential change-producing skills. I offer support for personal matters, expectations, depression, anxiety, trauma, and relationships. As your therapist, I am wholeheartedly committed to enhancing your mental well-being.
As a compassionate counselor, I understand that life is a journey, coming with roadblocks and speed bumps along the way. My focus is to compassionately support you through your individual journey. My goal is to provide you with the necessary skills to assist with everyday functioning and to achieve lifelong change.
Adrianne
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, MHC-LP
Do you feel like you are struggling with grief, grief related trauma or anxiety? Most often we understand grief by the physical death of a person or the grief that comes with someone you know being terminally ill awaiting death. However, grief can be the loss of: a relationship, a career, a pet, a culture, and a hobby/interest. The process or journey of grief affects everyone and expresses differently. I am here to support you in treating grief and identifying solutions to improve your quality of life while honoring your cultural values and needs on your own pace.
My grief work also includes working with athletes, treating such as loss of athletic opportunity, loss of identity, and loss of a limb/motor skill. Additionally, if you identify with the Asian American Pacific Islander Community and are experiencing acculturation issues, loss of family connection, relationship, or identity issues, I am here for you too!
I understand there is no one-size-fits-all approach; I will personalize the treatment based on your unique needs and situation. I am here to provide a safe and comfortable place for you to be your real, authentic self, to share a great laugh, cry, or any other emotions free of judgment.
Dominique
Pre-Licensed Professional, MHC-LP
Navigating life's most challenging moments requires empathy, support, and a gentle guiding hand. I specialize in aiding individuals coping with grief, significant life transitions, or the complexities of terminal/chronic illness. My aim is to foster a safe and nurturing space where healing, growth, and resilience can flourish. I enjoy working with adults of all ages, particularly those in mid-life and older as they navigate life’s transitions, including adult children leaving/returning to the family home, retirement, downsizing, chronic or life altering illness, and death and non-death losses.
I prioritize creating a collaborative, judgment-free environment where we work together to address your unique challenges. Drawing from diverse counseling theories, I utilize a holistic approach to align with your goals, integrating humor, authenticity, and evidence-based methodologies to foster growth and healing.
Together, we will explore and identify unhelpful patterns, encouraging self-awareness and resilience. My commitment is to empower you to find meaning after loss, discover joy amidst life's changes, and facilitate your journey towards peace and purpose. You're not alone; let's embark on this transformative path together.
Katya
Pre-Licensed Professional, MHC-LP, JD
Finding a therapist takes courage, trust, and hope that a new path forward is possible for you. I offer a safe space in which you can be fully seen and valued for who you are, while developing new tools for navigating life’s challenges. My approach is trauma-informed, multicultural, and focuses on understanding you as a whole person. Through healing and self-exploration, we will implement skills together that can help you manage life stressors and improve multiple aspects of your life, ranging from relationships, career, self-esteem, and other long-term goals.
I have experience working with LGTBQ individuals, sex workers, young adults and families, and individuals who have experienced trauma, including sexual abuse and intimate partner violence. I come to this specialization after having spent years as an attorney representing youth and families in the child welfare and juvenile justice systems.
If you are interested in scheduling a session with me, I encourage you to reach out to set up a 15-minute free introductory phone call.
Chloe
Pre-Licensed Professional, MHC-LP
I enjoy working with a wide range of clients and specialize in areas like grief and trauma, anxiety, working through life’s challenges and stress management. Developing specific therapeutic practices toward a client’s needs is how I approach sessions to ensure that a client gets the most out of their time spent in therapy.
I desire to highlight the core aspects of counseling by having clients feel supported and valued during their sessions. I often utilize therapy approaches like Person-Centered, Humanistic and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) since I feel that those can really demonstrate to a client their potential, strength, and resilience.
I truly believe that clients deserve a safe space to share their feelings and I will be there to listen every step of the way. No matter where you are on your mental health journey, let’s work together in session to channel the best version of you!
Melinda
Pre-Licensed Professional, MHC-LP
Anxiety can make us feel stuck and have feelings of fear and uncertainty that interfere with our everyday activities, but there is hope. I believe one of the bravest things you can do is to begin to understand your own story. You deserve a life that leaves you excited to wake up every morning. Whether you struggle with anxiety or depression, feel overwhelmed with life or life choices, or just need to talk, my role as a mental health counselor is to help you improve your mental health and find a better balance in your life. I want to help you achieve whatever solutions and life changes you are looking for.
My specialty is working with individuals who have anxiety. Life experience and my work as a therapist have taught me that there is good work to be done for everyone to find healing and understanding in our most challenging times. I will be there for you to listen, teach, inspire, impart hope and provide a safe place where you can share and grow.
I have worked for many years as a therapist and I have helped individuals and families find healing and understanding in difficult times. Seeking therapy is one of the best steps that a person can take. I look forward to working with you and invite you to reach out by phone or email to schedule a free 15 minute consultation.
