Private Practice & IIC

Brianna has been working with clients of all ages 2013. She has been a clinician in residential treatment services for clients with developmental disabilities, an in-class counselor for students with emotional and behavioral issues, and a school social worker on a child study team. Brianna is a strength-based therapist who has training in the Nurtured Heart Approach and Positive Behavioral Supports, and working with youth diagnosed with Autism, ADHD, and ODD. Brianna’s areas of focus have been working with at-risk adolescents, clients with developmental and intellectual disabilities, (social skills training, behavior modification, self-regulation, and anger management techniques). She has specialized training working with adults experiencing infertility, as well as EMDR which enables her to also specialize in working children and adults who have experienced trauma or have been diagnosed with PTSD..

Private Practice & IIC

Allison has served children and families in community, school, and clinical settings. Allison has experience providing supportive school-based and clinical counseling services to children ages 3-14 and their parents. Allison is extremely passionate about working with children and has specialized training in childhood development through her studies at Rutgers University. Allison’s primary areas of focus have been working with children with developmental disabilities, facilitating social skills lessons to encourage positive play-skills, and providing grief counseling. Allison is a certified School Social Worker and has experience case-managing students with Individualized Education Programs (IEPs). In addition, Allison plays an active role in the community through coaching Track and Field and maintaining positive relationships with local agencies to provide her clients with resources as needed.

Private Practice & IIC (On Leave)

Michelle was born and raised in New Jersey, where she currently lives with her husband and two fur babies. She earned her Master of Social Work (MSW) from Capella University. Michelle has experience working with children and adolescents from various backgrounds, in both individual and group settings to help work on their coping skills, self-awareness, emotional regulation, and overall well-being. She also has experience working with clients on depression, anxiety, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, low-self-esteem, mood disorders, and impulse control. She uses client-centered therapeutic techniques and is passionate about working with children and adolescents to help them overcome their struggles, feel empowered, and make positive changes to their lives.

Private Practice & IIC

Kate has worked with individuals, groups and families from many backgrounds in various continuum of care settings from the community-based home, to group homes and detention centers. Kate believes that in the darkest of times, everyone is doing their best; by recognizing the efforts that are already being made it can be easier to find ways to redirect that energy. Kate’s first priority is safety with a strengths-based focus on healthy coping and open communication. Kate has worked with individuals and families that have had to cope with trauma from abuse, societal turmoil, death, addiction, and/or system involvement. With a background in family systems and Narrative Therapy, Kate strives to assist all involved to help understand clients’ struggles while supporting the development of a healthier narrative.

Private Practice & IIC

Katy has been working with children & youth since 2010 in various capacities including elementary school teacher and school counselor and expanded to working with adults, teens, & young adults through clinical work. She has experience working with individuals with a wide range of behavioral, emotional and academic needs, and has worked with children with developmental, cognitive and physical disabilities. She has run both individual and group sessions on topics including anxiety, positive peer engagement, emotion management, and self-regulation. She also has experience creating and implementing behavior management systems. She models and fosters a positive, safe, and open environment for both adults and youth of all backgrounds. Katy believes in supporting the family unit and including all individuals in it. She has experience and training in the Nurtured Heart Approach, Positive Behavioral Supports, and Handle with Care techniques.

Private Practice & IIC

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IIC

Heather has been working with adults and adolescents since 2015. She has worked in both residential and outpatient settings in various capacities. She spent several years working with adults who have developmental and intellectual disabilities, as well as adults with serious mental health issues. More recently, she has been working with adults and adolescents at an outpatient facility utilizing behavioral interventions and addressing substance abuse issues. Heather utilizes a strength-based approach when working with individuals in order to assist them to reach their goals. She is a firm believer that the client is the expert on their own lives and self-determination. Her areas of focus are mental health treatment, substance use, anxiety, and developmental and intellectual disabilities.

IIC & Private Practice

Erica Ackerman is a bilingual Licensed Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Alcohol and Drug Counselor, Certified Clinical Supervisor, and Certified Specialist in Anger Management with over 10 years of experience helping individuals and families navigate complex emotional and behavioral challenges. Her approach centers on honoring each person’s lived experience meeting them with empathy, clinical clarity, and a deep belief in the human capacity for change. Erica draws from a range of evidence-based practices, with a strong foundation in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Therapy (SFT), Narrative Therapy (NT), and Motivational Interviewing (MI). She also integrates Somatic and Internal Family Systems approaches, as well as creative expression techniques to support deeper emotional processing. Erica brings comprehensive experience in the field of substance use and recovery, spanning multiple treatment settings and levels of care. Her clinical background enhances the warm, grounded presence she brings to her sessions which supports her work in helping clients build insight, regulate emotions, and reconnect with the parts of themselves that may feel overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected. 

Erica cultivates healing through a whole-person, whole-environment lens, rooted in the belief that meaningful growth happens within the context of relationships, community, and culture. Whether working with individuals, families, or adolescents, she supports her clients in exploring the patterns and environments that shape their experiences, always with curiosity and without judgment. Clients often find her approach empowering, affirming, authentically present, and emotionally attuned. Fluent in both English and Spanish, Erica is also passionate about creating spaces that honor the lived reality of those navigating bicultural experiences, including complex family dynamics, societal expectations, and the search for belonging. Clients experience Erica's work as both steady and responsive anchored in clinical knowledge and heartfelt presence. She will walk with you through discomfort, invite you to be curious about your inner world, and support your journey toward lasting, meaningful change.

Getting to Know Erica
Erica is an animal lover and proud dog mom to three pups - two of whom are rescues. She finds peace and restoration in nature and enjoys gardening, mindfulness practices, and spending time near water. She believes in the healing power of nature and often turns to it as a source of grounding and renewal. Born in Colombia, Erica brings a global perspective to her work while staying deeply attuned to the unique needs of each individual. She earned her Master of Social Work degree from Rutgers University and holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Criminal Justice. With a foundation in both social work and the justice system, she offers a well-rounded, compassionate approach that integrates individual healing with a strong understanding of systemic influences. She sees healing as the act of coming home to oneself guided by courageous self-reflection, gentle inquiry, and intentional care. 

Private Practice & IIC

Alexandra is a compassionate and dedicated Licensed Social Worker with a diverse background in mental health, substance abuse, and crisis intervention. A New Jersey native,
Alexandra earned a Bachelor’s degree from Montclair State University in 2019 and a Master’s degree in Social Work from Aurora University in 2024. Before becoming a licensed social worker in July 2024, Alexandra worked in the field, gaining extensive experience in a variety of settings, including Care Management Organizations (CMO), juvenile detention centers, supportive housing mental health programs, behavioral health group homes, and post-correctional facility programs.

With strongly held beliefs in the holistic approach to care, Alexandra has worked with individuals facing complex challenges such as anxiety, depression, PTSD, ADHD, trauma, emotional dysregulation, and behavioral disorders. Alexandra is trained in multiple therapeutic modalities, including but not limited to: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), and Narrative Therapy.

In addition to crisis intervention, Alexandra has experience in family support, grief counseling, and substance abuse treatment planning, and has worked with children, adults, and families in diverse environments. Alexandra has also provided counseling and support within the public school system, working with elementary and middle school students to address mental health concerns, promote emotional well-being, and support academic success. A passionate advocate for holistic well-being, Alexandra is committed to helping individuals achieve lasting recovery and the best possible quality of life.

Behavioral Assistant

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Behavioral Assistant

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