Natalie Strieter, LCPC
Natalie began her career working with children, adolescents, and families in a psychiatric hospital setting. In this setting, she worked with clients who were experiencing mental health crises, often assisting with symptoms of depression, suicidal ideations, self-harming urges, aggression, and homicidal ideations. Natalie learned to use an empathetic and person-centered approach while assisting clients in…
Read MoreAudrey Rose, LCPC
Audrey is a relational, thoughtful therapist who believes that meaningful connection is at the heart of healing. With over eight years of experience in the mental health field, she brings a warm, grounded presence to her work with individuals and couples. Her clinical background spans community mental health, parenting support, attachment-focused therapy, and crisis intervention.…
Read MoreZainab Taiwo DNP, APRN, PMHNP-BC
Dr. Zainab Taiwo is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) with a Doctor of Nursing Practice from Rush University. With a foundation built on clinical excellence and cultural humility, she brings a warm, nonjudgmental, and collaborative approach to mental health care. She has extensive experience working with adults across diverse backgrounds and specializes…
Read MoreAlyson Bernacchi, LAC
Alyson has received training in the Gottman Method for Couples Therapy and Imago Relationship Therapy. Her primary focus is to help clients identify behavioral patterns that keep them stuck in a continuous loop. Her specialty involves working with couples and individuals. She utilizes evidence-based research along with a holistic approach. She often explores the deeper…
Read MoreElizabeth Hediger, MSW, LISW
Elizabeth became a mental health professional after spending a decade as an emergency medical technician on an ambulance and realizing that many of our systems were not equipped to handle the mental health needs of everyday people. During this experience, she realized that many of us were one bad day away from being that person…
Read MoreRyckel Franklin, LSW
Ryckel has been practicing in the field as a Licensed Social Worker since 2020, a few months after the pandemic started. She believes everyone has purpose and strengths that they may not have found yet, but can be discovered. She first started working as a youth counselor at a group home in Morris County, New…
Read MoreJesse Vanous, LMSW
Jesse Vanous is deeply committed to helping clients navigate their way toward more fulfilling and meaningful lives, free from the unconscious burdens of the past. Understanding that life’s challenges can feel overwhelming, Jesse believes that even when life seems suffocatingly dark, a forward path is always waiting to be illuminated. Although the roles of therapist…
Read MoreMarina Ventresca, LMSW
Marina Ventresca, LMSW, is a therapist with extensive experience in crisis and suicide intervention. She has worked with individuals of all ages and backgrounds but has primarily focused on issues relating to anxiety, depression, self-harm, and suicidal ideations. Marina enjoys using a variation of therapeutic techniques, including Acceptance & Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and…
Read MoreDayshia Richmond, LGPC
Those seeking a calming, friendly, and nonjudgmental listening ear may find a great fit with Dayshia. Her clients learn how their past experiences shape their current mindsets and actions, how to communicate their needs effectively, and how to embrace their emotions as they cultivate self-love. She approaches therapy with cultural awareness, recognizing that it can…
Read MoreMomo Cole, APN, PMHNP, CRNP
Momo became a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) driven by a deep passion for mental health, shaped by his experiences as an immigrant and a veteran. Recognizing significant gaps in support for diverse communities, he aimed to create a welcoming environment prioritizing compassionate and personalized care. Before becoming a PMHNP, he worked as a…
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