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Caroline Karalias

Caroline Karalias

Caroline is an LICSW with a master’s degree from Boston College focused on trauma and trauma-informed care. She has experience working with a wide range of diagnoses including …

Erin McMahon

Erin McMahon

Erin McMahon is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker & Certified Trauma Professional. She earned her MSW from New York University. Erin strives to work collaboratively with …

Kari Norris

Kari Norris

“There is a crack in everything. That’s how the light gets in.” Working for over a decade, Kari has gained a broad range of experience providing care to individuals from all walks …

Erika Cleaves

Erika Cleaves

Erika Cleaves is a social worker, advocate, therapist, administrator and cheerleader! With over 20 years in the social service field, Erika is the new Clinic Director at Ellie …

Michelle Urquhart

Michelle Urquhart

Michelle specializes in working with children and adolescents, using child-centered play therapy and talk therapy to treat a variety of mental health concerns. Additionally, she …

Alexandra Djonovic

Alexandra Djonovic

Alexandra, a Licensed Social Worker, has experience working with a wide range of mental health diagnoses. She works with clients who feel stuck in their lives, who may feel filled …

Lauren Freylikhman

Lauren Freylikhman

Lauren earned her BA from the UMASS Amherst and her MSW from Columbia University. She has been a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in New Jersey and a Licensed Clinical Social …

Shelley Aki

Dr. Shelley Aki

As a licensed independent mental health practitioner with over ten years of experience, Shelley is passionate about helping individuals overcome life's challenges. She holds a …

Laura Artino

Laura Artino

Looking for a kind and patient listener who truly takes the time to understand your needs? Meet Laura! With expertise in working with both children (ages 5+) and adults, Laura …

Allie Bashkoff

Allie Bashkoff

Allie is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker completing her studies at New York University. She has worked with a diverse client population, in a variety of different settings, …

Sydney Sherman

Sydney Sherman

Sydney is an energetic therapist with passion in helping others work through life obstacles. Sydney is a Licensed Professional Counselor with a degree in Community and Trauma …

Kelly Crawford DiQuattro

Kelly Crawford DiQuattro

Kelly is a Licensed Associate Professional Counselor who earned her Master’s degree from Columbus State University in 2023. Since 2018, she has worked in the mental health field …