Jamie is a licensed clinical social worker who earned her master’s degree from Columbia University School of Social Work. She has worked in community based mental health, schools, and private practice. Jamie uses a variety of therapeutic techniques such as internal family systems (IFS), psychodynamic psychotherapy and mindfulness to tailor to her client’s individual needs.

Ruthanne has over 30 years’ experience, with a Master of Social Science degree from Bryn Mawr University, and both a master and bachelor degree in Education from Lesley University. She is a Board Certified Diplomate in Clinical Social Work, certified in Child and Adolescent Psychotherapy, and in Psychotherapy.

Joann received her bachelor’s degree in human development and family studies from the University of Connecticut and her Masters of Social Work from Quinnipiac University. Joann works in the public school system with experience in non-profit work supporting disengaged youth and their families. Joann has worked as an advocate for children and their families and enjoys working with clients of all stages of life to help find their voice and use it. She supports clients using various modalities which include cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) and a systems approach. Joann believes that each client has their own story and journey and provides support and services according to each client’s individual needs

Katie received her Bachelor’s in Human Development and Family Sciences from the University of Connecticut and received her Master’s in Clinical Social Work from Sacred Heart University. Katie first joined JFS as a therapy intern and continues to provide therapy services along with case management for the PC-ICM program.  

Michele is a graduate of Fordham University School of Social Work. She has extensive experience with dual diagnosis clients and those living with chronic mental illness. She worked at Pathways as a social worker and as the Director of the Fellowship Day Program.

She places great emphasis on linking clients with community connections, and therapeutic and educational groups to promote recovery and self-advocacy.

Christina is a licensed mental health counselor who earned her degree from John Jay College of Criminal Justice. She is a Cognitive Behavioral Therapy ( CBT) and dual-diagnosis specialist, who works with people in New York State and Connecticut.  She worked at Westchester County Department of Corrections where she specified in helping adolescents and adults with psychiatric and substance abuse disorders. Also, specializes in helping people through transitions including adolescence, adulthood, parenting, and other significant experiences.

Her approach combines Cognitive Behavioral therapy and Psychodynamic techniques, complemented by mindfulness and, anxiety-harm -reduction methods.

Jennifer earned her undergraduate degree at Harvard University and has a Masters in Social Work from Columbia University. She became a licensed clinical social worker while working in the inpatient units at Yale Psychiatric Hospital in New Haven, Connecticut, where she specialized in working with young adults dealing with issues such as anxiety, depression and substance abuse.

She blends traditional therapy approaches with modern wellness techniques to help clients establish goals and overcome obstacles to achieve them.

After retiring in 2017 from a 40-year career for a management consulting and firm, Mitch found a second career and earned an MA degree in Applied Psychology from NYU’s Steinhardt School of Culture, Education, & Human Development. Mitch interned at Calvary Hospital as a grief counselor, and worked at a facility treating co-occurring psychiatric and substance abuse disorders. Mitch has worked with adults and adolescents suffering from anxiety, depression, and personality disorders.

A graduate of Fairfield University’s Master of Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Mikala has had experience working with a broad group of individuals ranging from ages six to seventy. Mikala has experience working with severe and persistent mental illness such as bipolar, as well as depression, anxiety, trauma disorders, attention deficit disorders, among other diagnoses. She is also specialized in working with individuals with eating disorders and has worked with adolescents and young adults struggling with eating disorders in residential, partial hospitalization, and intensive outpatient levels of care.

Mikala utilizes interventions from multiple evidence-based treatments such as Family Based Treatment, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Systems Theory, and Rational Emotive Behavioral Therapy. Mikala believes in working with each client to find a treatment modality that works for them specifically.

Amy has a Doctorate of Social Work with a concentration is Advanced Clinical Practice from Southern Connecticut State University and a Master of Social Work from Fordham University where she graduated with honors.

Amy is trained and certified in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and has focused on treating adults and adolescents who have experienced a specific trauma. She has training in several other types of therapy such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Narrative Therapy, and Cognitive Processing. She also treats and other mental health issues such as depression and anxiety.

Dr. Garinger earned a Doctorate in Educational Psychology with a concentration in Counseling Psychology at the University of Connecticut. She received an Ed.M. from Harvard University, Graduate School of Education in Human Development and Psychology in the Risk and Prevention Program. She earned a Master’s Degree from Tufts University and a Bachelor’s Degree from Syracuse University in Art History. She received REBT training at the Albert Ellis Institute in NY and CBT training at the Beck Institute in PA.

Dr. Garinger taught Art K-8, which gave her a unique insight to developmental stages as she observed numerous students mature. As a university professor, she trained graduate students to become mental health professionals. She brings her combined experiences to her clinical practice as a telehealth therapist and utilizes an eclectic approach. Dr. Garinger emphasizes cognitive/rational therapy with humanistic theory, and utilizes expressive arts.

Florence has over 25 years of experience and holds a master’s degree in social work from Columbia University, with a second master’s degree in business administration. She has extensive experience of post-graduate training with adults and aging populations.

Florence is solution focused and assists her clients through exploration and an integrative approach using multiple therapeutic modalities.

Joan has a Masters degree in Social Work from Fordham University and a Masters degree in Education from Columbia University. Her fellowship was completed at the Columbia University Child Study Center where she did research on early diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorders. Joan works with children, adults and seniors, to develop appropriate coping strategies to relieve symptoms of depression, anxiety and other conditions often brought on by life transitions.

She often uses a combination of psychodynamic psychotherapy and CBT and other short term focused therapies. She is a licensed yoga instructor versed in mediation techniques and breath work.

Cynthia obtained her Masters in Mental Health Counseling from Long Island University and is working towards state licensure. She currently works with children, adults, and seniors to develop coping strategies to relieve symptoms of depression, anxiety, and other conditions often brought on by life transitions. Cynthia resonates with a person-centered therapeutic approach and has a genuine positive regard for all her clients. She integrates traditional therapies with modern brain-based treatment, attachment theory, and somatic work.

Jillian is a licensed clinical social worker with a Masters in Social Work from NYU. She has worked with children, adolescents, and adults in many mental health settings including a community mental health clinic, a substance abuse treatment facility, a Continuing Day Treatment Program, an inpatient psychiatric hospital, and a high school. Jillian employs a variety of therapeutic modalities including psychodynamic, cognitive behavioral therapy, and mindfulness practices.

Tara received her Masters in Social Work from New York University. She has experience working with children, adolescents, the family unit and adults in a variety of different settings such as a community based organization, school environments and private practice. Tara is certified in Trauma focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (tf-cbt), an intervention that helps children manage symptoms of trauma. Tara incorporates the mind-body connection in her work with clients, using meditation, movement and art to help clients feel grounded and safe in their bodies.

Corina received her Bachelors Degree in Psychology from the University of Connecticut and Masters in Social Work from Fordham University. Corina enjoys working with adolescents and young adults. She specializes in crisis intervention, anxiety, depression, school problems, trauma and family conflict. Corina uses an individualized strength based approach with a combination of Psychodynamic Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness and Motivational Interviewing. Corina offers services in English and Spanish.

With 15 years of experience, Jessica holds a Bachelors of Arts Degree in Psychology from Temple University and a Master’s Degree in Social Work from Southern Connecticut State University. Jessica is certified in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and has extensive experience working with individuals and families who are dealing with issues of depression, anxiety, Autism Spectrum Disorder, ADD/ADHD, PTSD, personality disorders, substance use, adoption, reunification, and trauma.

She supports attachment-based parenting as well as behavioral-based parenting. Additionally, she has experience facilitating social skills trainings and psycho-educational groups, as well as providing crisis intervention and behavior modification interventions.

Kate Schacter is a licensed marriage and family therapist and earned her Master’s degree from Fairfield University. She has experience working with individuals, couples and families ranging in age and treating a variety of issues related to relationships, communication, self-confidence, and stress management. She also specializes in career counseling, grief and loss, divorce and recovery from emotional abuse. Kate helps clients identify goals, explore patterns and opportunities for change, and develop skills to better understand their emotions, improve relationships, and successfully navigate difficult life transitions.

With over 20 years of experience, Dr. Sherman works primarily with individuals and couples 18 years of age and older, focusing on such challenges as mood disorders, anxiety disorders, relationship issues, trauma, and challenges around everyday life stressors. She uses an integrative approach drawing from psychodynamic, cognitive-behavioral, and somatic theories.

Kathleen graduated from Columbia University School of Social Work and has over 20 years of experience as a mental health counselor. She is experienced in psychodynamic psychotherapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, and family systems theory.

Melanie earned a bachelor’s degree from Sacred Heart University and a master’s degree in marital and family therapy from Iona College where she graduated Summa Cum Laude. During her clinical training, Melanie worked for a broad range of community-based services and gained experience in a range of therapeutic modalities including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, and Family Based Therapy (Also known as the Maudsley Method.)

She has a special interest in the treatment of eating disorders, and has been working as a primary adolescent eating disorder therapist at Walden Behavioral Care for the past two years.

Jocelyn graduated from NYU Silver School of Social Work with a Masters of Social Work and a Post-Master’s Certificate in Palliative and End-of-Life Care. She has over 15 years of experience in the field of oncology counseling, supporting patients and families through the trajectory of illness.

She has worked at the cancer centers at Mount Sinai Hospital, Massachusetts General Hospital and most recently at Yale New Haven Health – Greenwich Hospital Campus. Jocelyn’s research has focused on clinical interventions for chronic cancer patients and self-care for oncology clinicians.

Angela has been trained to work with families to improve communication and resolve conflicts using a Bowen Family Systems model that she was trained in during her time at the University of Pennsylvania. Angela graduated from Boston University with a BSN and went to graduate school at the University of Pennsylvania to study child and family psychiatric nursing. She later pursued a MA in Elementary Education at the University of San Francisco to complement her experiences in mental health. She is also certified as a Child/Adolescent Psychiatric Clinical Nurse Specialist by ANCC.

Angela Wilson is a licensed psychotherapist psychiatric nurse practitioner with over 25 years of experience working with families, adults and children in outpatient and inpatient settings. She enjoys working with all age groups and using different modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy CBT, and problem solving (CPS) talk therapy to address most mental health issues.

Following a successful career as a creative director, Paula earned her master’s in Marriage & Family Therapy at Mercy University. She believes in the power of creating transformative partnerships with her clients, helping them tap into their inner strength to recognize and change unwanted patterns and areas of stuckness. Her clinical focus is on systemically navigating life’s challenges, specifically issues surrounding relationships, divorce, and co-parenting.

Maggie Young has been working in the behavioral health field for more than 25 years.  Maggie is dually qualified as a clinician and as an administrator. Maggie has a Masters in Social Work (MSW) and is a Licensed Alcohol Drug Counselor (LADC).

Maggie currently serves as board president on the CT Community for Addiction and Recovery (CCAR), board member of Mid Fairfield Aids Project (MFAP), Malta House as well as National Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence/Westchester (NCADD).