Stephanie Pogoda, MS, NCC, LAC
Stephanie graduated from Monmouth University in May of 2023 and obtained her LAC shortly after. During her time at Monmouth, she spent multiple semesters working directly with clients from all walks of life. Stephanie has experience working with court-mandated youth, college students, and dual-diagnosis clients. Most of Stephanie’s professional work has been individual therapy for…
Read MoreKisoone Wickham, LSW
Growing up in Jamaica, Kisoone was privileged to observe her mother and great-grandmother engaging in informal social work and informal therapy within her community. These influential women were renowned for their genuine care, approachability, and dedication to assisting those in need. Witnessing these acts of kindness instilled in Kisoone the belief that therapy begins with…
Read MoreVictoria Nelson, LCSW
Victoria believes in the sentiment, “Your life is your story, and you are the author.” That’s why Victoria aims to provide unique, integrative, and client-centered care to help clients take control back in their lives and learn how to better take care of themselves, starting with mental health. Victoria is not a “one-size-fits-all” therapist and…
Read MoreMichelle Barber, LSW
Michelle believes strongly in a person-centered approach, which focuses on the unique individual needs, experiences, thoughts, and culture of each client. She believes that clients play an integral role in their treatment through informed consent, choices, and their unique personal experiences. The therapeutic approach used is uniquely suited to each individual client. By creating a…
Read MoreLeah Jayne, MSW, LSW
Leah is a Licensed Social Worker who graduated from the University of Scranton with her Bachelor’s degree in Counseling and Human Services and later from Rutgers University with her Master’s in Social Work. Leah has experience providing inpatient mental health treatment to children and adolescents in crisis. She has experience treating a wide variety of…
Read MoreJamie Quigley MA, LPC
Jamie is a Licensed Professional Counselor who earned her Bachelor’s degree in Criminology and Criminal Justice from William Paterson University and her Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Fairleigh Dickinson University. Jamie has had the pleasure of working with adolescents and adults from a variety of backgrounds. She has experience treating individuals seeking therapy…
Read MoreKimberly Davis, LSW
Kimberly is a client-centered counselor who is motivated by spiritual beliefs and offers spiritual support to those who are interested. Her treatment approaches often include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational interviewing, and mindfulness. She has served almost nine years in the Army National Guard and can understand the challenges of military life. Kimberly has worked in…
Read MoreFrances Tucker MA, LAMFT
Frances is an inclusive associate marriage and family therapist. She provides an open, caring, safe, judgment-free space that allows clients to be authentic. She believes our experiences make us stronger. Frances works with all populations. She understands, accepts, and appreciates different ethnicities, religions, sexual orientations, and backgrounds.
Read MoreMercedes Blood, LPC
Mercedes is a Licensed Professional Counselor in New Jersey who earned her Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Springfield College in Massachusetts and her Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Fairleigh Dickinson University. She has experience working individually with children, adolescents, and adults in outpatient settings. Mercedes’s clinical background has consisted of treating individuals…
Read MoreGabe Essilfie Jr. APN, PMHNP
Gabriel comes to Harmony Bay with a true love and passion for mental health. He has worked in mental health for ten years, with experience as an inpatient mental health technician and nurse. As an Advanced Practice Nurse, he is in the prescriber role. Gabriel is truly a believer in psychotherapy and medication management when…
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