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Agnes is a down-to-earth psychotherapist passionate about helping individuals develop inner strength, discover different perspectives, and become empowered. Engaging individuals to reframe their thinking to promote growth in a way that helps them to explore their unrealized potential. At the same time, individuals can address any concern in a safe, nonjudgmental space. Agnes believes tailoring therapy to the individual helps a person to examine their narrative and acquire strategies that enable them in their personal and professional life. She incorporates mindfulness, a strength-based approach, and behavioral methodology to help restructure negative self-talk, negative thought patterns, and doubts that keep individuals stuck, which creates an opportunity for growth and positive change.

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“What do we live for, if it is not to make life less difficult for each other?” George Eliot

Amanda works with individuals of all ages struggling to be their best versions of themselves. She has experience working with those experiencing, but not limited to, anxiety, depression, OCD, and trauma. Amanda empowers her clients by encompassing compassion, empathy, and support. Amanda works by saying, “There is no one size fits all approach.” Therefore, when working with individuals, she collaborates with her clients to develop the most effective treatment modality. Amanda utilizes Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and Person-Centered Therapy as some techniques.

She also holds group therapy sessions for teens battling self-esteem and confidence.

In her personal time, Amanda finds physical activity to be a form of self-care and therapy. She spends time with her family and enjoys being outdoors.

Marriage and Family Therapy Intern (Not Accepting New Clients at this time)

Amber is a dedicated Marriage and Family Therapy Intern committed to fostering positive change and growth within families, couples, and children. With a passion for helping individuals navigate through life's challenges, she brings a diverse skill set and a compassionate approach to therapy.

Amber’s therapeutic approach integrates several evidence-based modalities including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Narrative Therapy, Structural Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy. By utilizing these approaches, she tailors her interventions to meet the unique needs and goals of each client and family they work with.

Amber's experience spans across various settings, allowing her to effectively address a wide range of issues including communication difficulties, conflict resolution, behavioral challenges, and relational dynamics. Whether clients are facing marital conflicts, parenting concerns, or individual struggles, Amber provides a supportive and nonjudgmental environment where clients can explore their thoughts, feelings, and experiences.

She believes in empowering individuals and families to discover their strengths and develop effective strategies for overcoming obstacles. Together, you will collaboratively explore your values, beliefs, and aspirations to create meaningful and lasting change.

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Celine completed her masters in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at St. John’s University. Celine strives to make individuals of all gender identities, sexualities, cultures, disabilities, and backgrounds, feel heard, validated, and accepted. She does this by ensuring that all her clients are given a safe and inclusive environment to freely express themselves. Celine’s clientele mainly includes children, adolescents, and young adults, however, she does see older clients as well. She also has experience counseling neurodiverse individuals. Celine is outgoing, compassionate, ambitious, and creative, bringing her personality forward during the sessions. Celine includes techniques from numerous counseling modalities in her sessions, including CBT, Gestalt Therapy, Creative Art Therapy, and more! Previous to her counseling education, Celine received her Bachelor’s Degree in Forensic Psychology from John Jay College of Criminal Justice and also studied the performing arts for 8 years!

Advanced Clinical Intern

Chanalle is currently pursuing a degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at St.John’s University. She believes as humans, we are constantly engaging  with our environment and these interactions significantly shape our past, present, and future experiences. This interplay can sometimes negatively affect feelings, ideas, and actions. Through counseling, she offers a secure setting where individuals can feel empowered to gain self-awareness. By working together, clients can maximize their therapy experience, leading to effective outcomes.

Chanalle employs integrative counseling strategies tailored to each client while maintaining a compassionate and nonjudgmental approach. She believes that counseling should emphasize inner strengths and characteristics that promote positive psychology, rather than focusing solely on negative experiences. This approach cultivates resilience, recognizing that each individual is unique and requires care that respects personal and cultural differences. Chanalle aims to equip her clients with practical tools, coping mechanisms, and insights that help them overcome obstacles and reframe negative thought patterns.

As an Advanced Clinical Intern, Chanalle works primarily with individuals ranging from teens to older adults, including couples and members of the BIPOC and LGBTQIA+ communities. Her professional practice incorporates a combination of person-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), and positive psychology that emphasizes well-being. Additionally, she is trained in addressing issues related to sex and porn addiction. Committed to professional growth, Chanalle is always willing to expand her knowledge and skill set by incorporating new modalities into her practice. She looks forward to collaborating with her clients on their journeys.

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Jessica graduated from Mercy University with a Masters degree of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling.

Jessica’s goal is to provide a safe environment for her clients to work on becoming the best version of themselves. She uses a collaborative approach to decide what’s best for the individual’s specific aspirations. Along with evidence based practices, Jessica incorporates empathy, humor and validation as appropriate in each session. Jessica currently works with primarily with adolescents and adults dealing with various levels of trauma, anxiety, depression and perinatal concerns. Jessica does not work with couples.

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Jonah has graduated from St. John’s University and obtained a degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. Jonah was drawn to mental health counseling because of the accepting, open-minded, and holistic nature of the field. He works from a flexible, person-centered framework, incorporating elements of several therapeutic styles based on the client’s desires. Jonah also maintains a strong focus of social justice through advocacy and empowerment in his practice. He is passionate about increasing the accessibility of mental health services. Jonah strives to meet clients in their world to create a safe and supportive space in which people can fully express themselves. He deeply values the collaborative nature between the client and counselor and is committed to building this relationship to best accomplish the goals of his clients.

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Joseph completed his master's in clinical Mental Health Counseling at City College of New York. He works with adolescents in school settings, providing mental health support and fostering a positive environment for their development and has background in advocacy for the geriatric community to ensure essential resources like shelter, food, safety, medical care, and mental health support.

Central to Joseph's approach is his belief in relational therapy, which empowers individuals by fostering connections to community, culture, and self. He works to establish a strong therapeutic relationship and collaborate with clients in creating behavioral and introspective techniques to increase confidence when facing life's challenges. Through his relational therapy framework and stress coaching techniques, Joseph promotes resilience and empowerment. Joseph's philosophy emphasizes self-growth through heightened self-awareness while also acknowledging the profound influence of environment and culture on an individual's identity.

Motivated by a commitment to provide mental health care to disenfranchised communities, he is passionate about establishing accessible mental health support to all, regardless of their background or circumstances.

Advanced Clinical Intern

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Juliette is a dedicated mental health counseling master's student at the City College of New York, driven by a passion for compassionate, human-centered approaches to therapy. With a strong belief in the transformative power of the therapeutic relationship, Juliette is committed to creating a space where clients can explore and address their relational needs. Juliette's approach is characterized by a holistic perspective, recognizing the interconnectedness of mental, emotional, and relational wellness.

They are dedicated to empowering individuals through tailored care that acknowledges the inherent and unique strengths within each person. Juliette provides a safe and supportive environment where clients can explore, heal, and discover their own resilience.

Advanced Clinical Intern

Kirdon (pronounced kear-din) holds a B.S. in Psychology with a Sociology minor from Sacred Heart University and is currently working toward a graduate degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at St. John’s University. She believes that “you are always a student,” which reflects her commitment to lifelong learning and the continuous pursuit of self-awareness and growth. This mindset fuels her passion for creating a safe, nurturing space where clients can explore personal development and build resilience through positive psychology, introspection, and empowerment!

Known for her warm and approachable demeanor, Kirdon dedicates herself to supporting clients on their journey toward mental wellness. With a focus on children, adolescents, young adults, and athletes, she brings an empathetic, analytical, person-centered approach that honors each client’s unique needs, backgrounds, and experiences. Kirdon integrates evidence-based practices, including mindfulness, Gestalt therapy, psychodynamic therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), to design personalized treatment plans that align with each client’s goals, challenge negative thought patterns, and foster positive change. She is also committed to incorporating multicultural counseling into practice, ensuring that the connection between identity and mental health is acknowledged and respected.

Kirdon’s background in Mental Health and Psychological First Aid, along with her experience in child and youth services at the YMCA, enables her to build strong, trusting relationships with clients. She uses these skills to create supportive environments where her clients feel heard and empowered, equipping them with practical tools they can use to navigate their daily lives.

Kirdon is eager to continue her professional growth and make meaningful contributions to the mental health field, helping clients achieve their fullest potential!

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Liza holds a dual Masters in Counseling Psychology and School Counseling from Columbia University. She is currently working toward a certification in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from St. John’s University. Liza has extensive experience working with children, adolescents, and young adults as a school counselor in a New York City public school. She emphasizes the importance of collaboration with families, schools, and other health professionals in the therapeutic process.

Liza draws from various therapeutic modalities to best support the individual needs of her clients. These methods include Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution- Focused Therapy (SFT), and mindfulness techniques.

Liza is devoted to developing a strong therapeutic relationship with her clients and providing them with the space and tools necessary to navigate life challenges and enhance emotional wellness. She focuses on building a safe and warm environment for clients to feel heard, understood, and empowered.

Advanced Clinical Intern

Megan holds a B.A. in Psychology with a minor in Sociology from St. John’s University. She is currently working towards her graduate degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from St. John’s University. Megan is committed to providing care to adolescents, young adults, and adults who are struggling to feel empowered and discover their strengths. Megan is a dedicated counselor whose goal is to empower her clients and provide them with care, compassion, and understanding. 

Megan dedicates herself to support her clients along their wellness journey. Megan believes everyone is unique, therefore, she collaborates with her clients to find the most effective treatment approach tailored toward each individual. She utilizes and integrates techniques such as Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Person-Centered Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Narrative Therapy, and Acceptance Commitment Therapy and mindfulness to restructure negative-thought patterns, meet client goals, and create positive change. She is committed to being an advocate for her clients and incorporating multiculturalism into her practice. 

Megan is eager and willing to expand her knowledge and collaborate with clients on their journeys to mental wellness. She looks forward to helping clients reach their fullest potential and grow into the best versions of themselves. 

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Michelle received her master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Touro College. She specializes with management of challenging behavior, emotion regulation, and anxiety. Michelle caters to a variety of modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral, Based Stress Reduction, Person Centered, and others. Each client's therapeutic treatment plan is customized to match their specific therapeutic demands. Michelle also uses a collaborative family-centered approach that empowers parents to manage children’s challenges by using evidence-based treatment interventions.

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Ranfill Henriquez is a graduate student in the Counseling for Mental Health and Wellness program at New York University.

Ranfill's unique background and experiences have shaped his understanding of therapy. He believes in a holistic approach, where the mind, body, and spirit are equally integrated into the practice and understanding of the individual. This perspective, coupled with his belief that there is no one-size-fits-all approach to therapy, allows him to explore the therapeutic process from an open, flexible, and integrative approach that draws from various disciplines to establish a unique treatment for each client.

For Ranfill, accountability and vulnerability are the building blocks of any relationship; these two factors will impact the therapeutic journey. So, for him, it is essential to navigate the counseling process from an open-hearted and flexible approach that can make the client feel supported and safe enough to build rapport, which helps both the client and the clinician complete all goals.