Chelcy Babcock LMHC

I work with students who are navigating life transitions and seeking a deeper sense of self-awareness and connection. My approach to therapy is holistic, interactive, and collaborative. I believe that each individual faces their own unique experience and challenges in life.

In my work with my clients, I strive to assist individuals in developing a secure sense of personal identity and finding meaning in their lives. I am also trained as a yoga instructor and will often incorporate breathing techniques, mindfulness, and other yoga-based skills into my typical therapeutic process to assist in strengthening and healing the mind-body connection that can often create emotional discomfort.

Alexis Lambright LMSW

As a social worker, I primarily work with young adults who need extra support managing school/work-related stress, major life transitions, or simply finding their chosen community. Often my clients are dealing with anxiety or depression, and have experienced a traumatic life event in their past.

If you’re seeking a supportive, compassionate environment while on your journey to living an affirming, empowered, and meaningful life, please reach out! I look forward to working with you.My work is collaborative, client-centric, and anti-racist at its core. I often weave humor, play, and creative arts into sessions. Because everyone has their own unique needs and desires, I use an approach to therapy that’s tailored to the client. I most often utilize psychodynamic therapy, EMDR, and somatic experiencing in sessions. I also use mindfulness practices, and skills drawn from CBT and DBT.

If you’re seeking a supportive, compassionate environment while on your journey to living an affirming, empowered, and meaningful life, please reach out! I look forward to working with you.

Frankie Romero LMSW

Frankie, LMSW is a dedicated and passionate clinician with experience working in supportive housing. Focused on addressing the mental health disparities that exist for disenfranchised populations, Frankie has worked with individuals from various backgrounds and lived experiences using CBT, solution focused, person-centered and strengths based approaches. Frankie believes the client is the expert of their own experience and meeting people where they are is imperative to making realistic changes and building lasting coping skills. A fun fact about me is that I love watching reality TV!

Jessica Gerloven LMHC

In practice, I individualize an integrative approach to best meet the needs of my clients. I utilize evidence-based theories including cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), motivational interviewing (MI), and solution-focused therapy with a therapeutic ‘toolbox’ of techniques such as mindfulness. My goal is always to create a safe, positive and supportive space where individuals can explore their thoughts, feelings, behavior, as well as, what’s happening physiologically in their body. This will assist individuals in gaining insight, and working towards healing and personal growth.

I am also committed to lifelong learning and regularly attend workshops and training to stay current with research and updates in the mental health field. The understanding that ‘we are all temporarily able’ drives my work; with strong empathy, I strive to instill hope and resilience in my clients, helping them navigate their journeys with compassion and empowerment. If you’re seeking support or guidance, I’m here to listen and guide you to acknowledge your strengths, as we navigate through your journey back towards wellness.

Alannah DeHond LCSW

Choosing a therapist is a deeply personal decision, it’s a courageous step toward healing—not just for yourself, but for generations to come. With thirteen years of experience in behavioral health, I understand the significance of this choice, and I’m glad you’re here. Whether this is your first time seeking therapy or you’re returning to continue your journey, I’d welcome the opportunity to walk alongside you.

By integrating mind, body, spirit, and faith, I offer a holistic approach to healing. Whether navigating past trauma, uncertainty, emotional distress, chronic illness, or crisis, I’m here to support you. I specialize in working with individuals and families in crisis, caregivers of those with severe mental illness or disabilities, those newly diagnosed with SPMI or chronic conditions, students/young adults in transition, individuals with mood disorders, first responders and medical professionals.

Savannah Monroe, LCSW

I am an LCSW graduate from Marywood University. I have been a practicing social worker since 2013. My experience has been in both the inpatient and outpatient settings with a focus on forensic counseling. I have a special interest in working with trauma impacted clients and specialize in trauma informed care. It is my goal to provide a safe atmosphere for all of my clients. I believe in empowerment and motivational therapy to help others re-gain control over there past and move forward into the future as the best version of themselves.

Natali Gonzalez, LCSW

Seeking help never seems easy at first. After stepping into a comfortable and nurturing environment you’ll soon start to feel the weight come off your shoulders. Creating a safe space for you to process your feelings, thoughts, and traumas is important to me. Your story is yours and I understand the courage it takes to share it with me. You are the expert of your experience and therefore my approach is to empower you through authenticity. Together through a collaborative approach we can explore your personal strengths, uncover grit and resilience, and learn ways to cope through the human experience.

Sundus Arif-Umer, LMSW

Using a strength-based and client centered approach I will meet you where you are at. My goal is to provide a safe space for all my clients. I am committed to providing an empathetic, supportive, and comfortable environment to help you through your challenges. I have extensive experience working in schools as well as providing individual, group and family therapy from preschool aged children to adulthood. I can also provide therapy in Urdu, Hindi and Punjabi. I look forward to working with you!

Tasnia Tahiya, LMSW

Tasnia is a psychotherapist with a history of utilizing a trauma-informed, culturally sensitive, and collaborative approach to treat individuals who experience trauma, anxiety, and mood disorders through evidenced-based therapeutic services such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing.

She has received extensive training in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. Tasnia has worked at various nonprofits where she worked with individuals from diverse backgrounds and age groups ranging from 5 and 63. Tasnia has experience working with individuals from diverse populations which include immigrants, youth, adults, and LGBTQIA.

Amanda Young, LMSW

The human spirit is resilient when encountering challenging situations. My belief is that each individual has the tools they need to gain insight towards their emotional well-being and my role is to cultivate a safe and brave space to allow you to find inner healing.

I utilize a holistic perspective to assist you in navigating life’s journey and have experience with children, adolescents, and adults often impacted by trauma, anxiety, depression and chronic illness.

Nastassia McGlothlin, LMSW

I am committed to helping you navigate through life’s challenges, changes, and experiences. I believe the relationship between therapist and client is the most important part of therapy, therefore I strive to build this relationship first.

You and your story are important; and your concerns are my priority. I use many techniques to meet you where you are at and evaluate your life goals. I want to be there every step of the way so you can become a better version of you. Utilizing specific evidence based techniques such at Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing and Psychoanalysis, I can help you reach your full potential.

Shalyni Paiyappilly, LCSW

I believe everyone has the capacity to cultivate positive change and the ability to access their own peace. In my sessions I provide a safe environment where clients feel comfortable to express themselves freely and where they can explore new ways to live a better quality life.

My approach to therapy is empathetic, mindful, insight-oriented, collaborative, and solution focused. I always maintain a non-judgemental and compassionate presence as I strive to meet the needs of each individual that I work with. I am a New York State Licensed Social Worker, Life Coach, and Yoga/ Meditation Teacher. I am experienced in working with adults of all ages. I earned my master’s degree in Social Work from Fordham University, certificate in Life Coaching from NYU, and bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Florida Atlantic University. I utilize psychodynamic therapies, mindfulness based approaches, and cognitive-behavioral interventions. Area of focus: • Substance abuse • Depression / Anxiety • Personal Growth • Life transitions • Low Self-esteem • Psychodynamic Therapy • Mindfulness / Spirituality • CBT

Gabrielle Montalvo, LCSW

I take a holistic approach to therapy: assessing clients from a mental, physical, and spiritual perspective and creating a therapeutic plan and environment that integrates all of these areas. I have served various populations from individuals battling cancer, to students struggling with learning disabilities.

In 2017, I became certified in personal training in order to better understand and support the physical aspects of wellness and its influence on mental health. My experience as a social worker and personal trainer have been invaluable resources when working with clients trying to address barriers to change and promoting greater self-acceptance.

I’m trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing). I also integrate holistic techniques such as meditation, stretch, breath work, grounding, movement, and mindfulness into my therapeutic work with clients.

Dwayne James, LCSW

I say seeking therapy is nothing close to a sign of weakness, it’s the biggest sign of strength you can possibly have. My name is Dwayne James and I am a black millennial social worker.

With over five years of clinical therapeutic experience, my passion for social emotional support continues to shine through with every client interaction. My overall therapeutic goal is to ensure folks get the essential tools to add to their tool kit in times of need while also providing the upmost support for their social emotional needs. I have foundational training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), and Person focused therapy. In addition to foundational therapy practices, I also have robust training and experience in racial equity, diversity, and inclusion.

Abigail Whelen, MS, LCAT, ATR-BC

I work with individuals experiencing anxiety and difficult life transitions. I have a specialty in Creative Arts Therapy with a creative, warm, and authentic style.

It is my hope to help guide you toward goals of decreasing anxiety and stress as you gain a better understanding of self, a feeling of purpose, and increased self esteem. I focus on creative connection to emotions and mindfulness based techniques to aid in the reduction of anxiety.

Aisha Williamson, LCSW

I am a licensed social worker who received a Bachelors of Social Work from Lehman College and a Masters of Social Work from New York University. I have extensive experience in healthcare and the academic system. With my diverse experience, I ensure that every client I encounter is given the tools necessary for them to be the best version of themselves, mentally and emotionally. I am here to provide guidance with the challenges you will encounter daily in your academic and personal life.

My goal is to provide a safe and nonjudgmental space for clients to express themselves. During our sessions, we will use various treatment modalities of cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and motivational interviewing to assist clients to enhance their self -awareness and develop their personal strength. Medical school comes with different stressors, whether it is balancing school and life, pressures to succeed, or feeling burnout. We will engage in transparent and honest communication. We will work together to develop a therapeutic partnership to navigate these transitions in your life and foster your optimal wellbeing and success.

Darlene Albury, LMSW

I received my master’s degree in Clinical Social Work from Hunter College School of Social Work, New York.

I work with students who are dealing with daily stressors causing them to experience mental health issues. I will help you develop coping skills while adjusting to the constant change and unique environments of campus life. My compassion, resilience and faith are what continue to encourage my desire and love in helping others overcome emotional obstacles in their lives. Personal mental and physical challenges can be completely overwhelming, I’m here to help you thrive in your life’s journey.

My areas of expertise include: Addiction, Relapse/Relapse Prevention, Depression,  Anxiety, PTSD, Domestic Violence, Self Esteem, Parenting Issues..

Angela Roth, LCSW

We are all shaped by our life experiences. These beliefs influence your choices and you develop patterns that have impacted your life. Changing your internal dialogue can support healthy change.

I support and assist you in the counseling process to encourage you to grow and gain tools to help you change. I will use counseling theories and treatments that will work best for you. Some therapies I use are cognitive behavior therapy, cognitive restructuring theory, social learning theory, person centered therapy, psycho-spiritual model of counseling with a Christian worldview for faith based clients.

My areas of expertise include: Depression, Anxiety GAD, Grief and loss, Relationship issues, Personal growth (improve self esteem), Addiction, Eating disorders.

Dina Stella, LMSW

I am a licensed social worker and psychotherapist trained in trauma systems and cognitive behavioral therapy. I have experience working with diverse populations and am empathetic and understanding of the challenges and pressures of being a student, with limited support.

My goal is to support clients during life transitions and work to increase self awareness, develop healthy behaviors and increase emotional well-being. It is important to me that every person is seen and understood; aware that each individual responds differently based on their life experiences.

My areas of expertise include: Anxiety, Depression and Trauma.

Danielle Rivera, LCSW

I am a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) and have spent the past twelve years helping adolescents and adults experiencing anxiety, depression and self doubt.

I completed the MSW program at Columbia University and have been trained in Motivation Interviewing, Solution- Focused therapy, Narrative therapy and Cognitive-Behavioral therapy. I also utilize mindfulness in sessions and in my personal life.

My empathetic approach utilizes solution focused treatment to address pressing day to day demands while also diving deeper by helping clients identify bigger patterns in thoughts and behaviors that impact their emotional well being.