Tree of Hope Counseling Therapist Profiles

Kara Juszczak, LCSW-R, CCFP is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and co-owner of Tree of Hope Counseling, LCSW, PLLC.. Kara specializes in supporting adolescents, adults, couples, and families through life transitions/adjustments, anxiety, chronic/critical illness, trauma, and grief/loss, by utilizing cognitive-behavioral, mindfulness based stress reduction, schema focused, and solution focused approaches. Kara also provides group therapy, professional education workshops and clinical supervision/consultation within Tree of Hope Counseling. Kara brings over seventeen (17) years of post-graduate experience, which includes school, community, medical, clinic-based settings., as well as graduate level social work teaching experience. Kara is also certified as a Compassion Fatigue Professional and provides support, consultation and training to others around compassion fatigue prevention, intervention and resiliency.
Visit Kara's website at www.kmjcounseling.com.

Pete Navratil, LCSW-R, ACSW is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, and co-owner of Tree of Hope Counseling, LCSW, PLLC. Pete offers person centered, recovery orientated, and trauma focused interventions tailored to the individual need of his clients. For over twenty-five (25) years he was a NYS CASAC (Retired-2018). He utilizes a psychodynamic-transformational model that incorporates CBT, Schema Focused Therapy, Emotionally Focused Therapy, Mindfulness, and the latest advances in the integration of neuroscience and psychotherapy. Pete's areas of focus include trauma, stress reduction, anxiety, depression, substance abuse, PTSD, Complex PTSD, grief and loss, men's issues, wellness, and professional self-care, and is a domestic violence sensitive therapist. In addition to individual counseling, he also provides couples/marriage counseling. Pete is also available for professional consultation/supervision and is available to conduct workshops/training on a wide variety of Behavioral Health Care topics. Visit Pete's website at www.pknavratil.com.

Dena Rain Adler, B. ED, M.A., ATR, CMBM, is a Registered Art Therapist, Faculty and Certified Practitioner of the Center for Mind-Body Medicine (www.cmbm.org). Dena believes that at the heart of self-care is the capacity to cultivate self-awareness and self-expression for healing and potential. She provides an integrative approach for health and wellness supporting discovery of mind-body tools and restorative practices that are evidence-based and draw from healing traditions including: breath work and movement, mindfulness meditations, guided imagery, and creative expressive hearts. Dena's experience includes local, national and global trauma relief programs to individuals and communities to build hope and resiliency. With over thirty (30) years of experience with children, youth and families, she works with compassion. authenticity, and vision. Her specialties include supporting stress and anxiety, grief and loss, and learning to live through transitions and challenges. Dena works with individuals (all ages), couples and families, and also leads 8-12 week groups, workshops and training. Visit Dena's website at www.spiralriver.net

Howard Adler, LCSW-R, CSAT, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, offers a self-led, mindfulness based approach to helping individuals, couples, and groups in reaching their goals towards self-improvement and growth. Howard has considerable experience with treating depression, anxiety, sex/porn addiction and betrayal. He also focuses on healing various traumas such as sexual abuse and difficulties with low self esteem, self-doubt, and intimacy issues. For those challenged by sex addiction and betrayal, a guided approach is implemented to assist recovery and repair. Howard is particularly inspired by the transformational power of Internal Family Systems (IFS) and looks forward to collaborating with clients as they work through and face life's inevitable challenges.

Joanne Bartlett, MS, RN, PMHNP-BC, a Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, provides medication management and supportive psychotherapy to teens and adults. A graduate of the University of Rochester (BS Nursing and MS Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner), Joanne has over thirty years in nursing and psychiatry including fourteen years post graduate work as a nurse practitioner. She is an instructor of Clinical Nursing at the University of Rochester. Joanne has extensive experience in acute hospital psychiatry working with children, adolescents, adults and families with expertise in de-escalation, crisis intervention, dialectical behavioral, mindfulness therapy and strength-based innovative care of adolescents. Joanne embraces a highly collaborative, holistic approach with special interest in working with teens and young adults promoting health, wellness and balance..

Kaitlyn Berube, LCSW-R, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, specializes in grief/bereavement and loss, life transitions, adjustment to illness, anxiety, and stress management. She has provided care for over eight years in community mental health clinics in both rural and urban areas as well as hospital and university settings, and supports individual adults. In addition, Kaitlyn is a certified grief educator. She utilizes a trauma-informed approach while incorporating a blend of evidence-based treatment modalities and reflective feedback in a warm, accepting, and compassionate manner.

Cassie Bowen, LCSW, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, specializes in work with youth and families, and has experience navigating the mental health, education, criminal justice, and family court systems. Cassie also has experience working with caregivers who are experiencing secondary trauma, emotional fatigue, burnout, and loss of identity. She believes that many of us walking this earth need healing, and that the healing process is not linear. Cassie draws upon an eclectic, holistic, trauma informed and person-centered approach, and believes that collaboration and transparency are key to developing a safe and meaningful therapeutic relationship.

Audrey Bowers, LMSW, a Licensed Master Social Worker, works clinically with individual adults in a collaborative and compassionate environment tailored specifically to her clients to provide a safe and comfortable space. She is committed to working alongside her clients to build connections and trust. Audrey works with individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, grief/loss, and life transitions, and uses a Person-Centered Approach, Solution Focused Therapy, as well as Schema Focused Therapy, to help her clients navigate back to living their best lives.

Victoria Casselbury, LCSW, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, specializes in working with youth, adults, and families experiencing challenges in their lives, including struggles with anxiety, depression, trauma, and life transitions. Victoria holds a strong focus on family systems and the impact those relationships and dynamics have on functioning. Through increased self-awareness and relational insight, she hopes to help individuals and families navigate the complexities of their relationship with themselves and others, leading to long lasting change.

Jenna Chornobil-Hall, LCSW-R, CASAC, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Certified Counselor in Substance Abuse and Addiction Counseling, has been working in the mental health field since 2012 with adolescents, young adults and couples. Jenna has worked extensively with individuals struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, unhealthy relationships, life transitions, and those impacted by addiction. She uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), person-centered therapy, and Solution Focused Therapy, to help individuals on their therapeutic journey. When appropriate, Jenna uses Equine Assisted Psychotherapy (EAP) as an alternate mode of therapy through River's Ranch Inc. EAP is psychotherapy that promotes change through activities with horses and is effective in working with a variety of issues including addiction issues, adolescents and young adults, oppositional disorder anxiety and depression.

John J. Connors, M.D., affiliate to Tree of Hope Counseling, is a Board Certified Adult, Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist with additional training in Family Therapy. After completing Medical Training at SUNY Upstate, Dr. Connors completed six years of Residency and Fellowship Training in Buffalo and Philadelphia before settling in New York City where he worked for over twenty years in Community and Emergency Psychiatry Programs in The Bronx, Queens and Manhattan. Dr Connors returned to his hometown of Rochester in 2011, where he most recently served as Medical Director for the Monroe Youth and Family Center. His interests include diagnostic evaluation and treatment of mental health challenges across the lifespan, with a strength based approach to helping others tackle developmental tasks and personal achievements in the context of their supports and relationships at home, school and in the community.

Brendan Cooper, LCSW, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, offers a person centered approach to assist individuals with reaching their goals. He has broad experience and training in treating depression, anxiety, grief, self harming behavior, and addiction.
Brendan utilizes dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), mindfulness, and solution focused interventions to help adolescents and adults identify values and use their strengths to create a satisfying life.
Visit Brendan's website at www.brendancooperlcsw..com.

Kate L. Dunlavey, LCSW-R, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, specializes in helping adolescents and families manage difficulties related to life transitions, traumatic experiences, PTSD, anxiety, depression, relational problems and attachment. Kate has nineteen years of experience helping individuals toward symptom resolution, guiding and coaching caregivers and parents, and assisting families in connecting in meaningful ways. She believes that each one of us deserves to achieve the life we wish to live and works to help people move more fully toward that goal. Kate is certified in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Child Parent Psychotherapy. She also has extensive training in lifespan development and stages.

Jessica Fowler, LCSW, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, specializes in working with women and men transitioning to parenthood.
She has training in perinatal mood and anxiety disorders from both Postpartum Support International and The Postpartum Stress Center. In addition, she provides parent coaching (positive parenting strategies). Jessica utilizes a variety of approaches including cognitive behavioral, mindfulness, person centered, and eye movement desensitization reprocessing therapy (EMDR).
Jessica has also spent several years working at a local agency helping those who struggle with chemical dependency. She believes that having a full understanding of how addiction impacts the family can be a step toward healing. She is passionate about helping not just individuals struggling with chemical dependency but all members of the family who have been impacted by addiction.
You can learn more about Jessica at jlfcounselingservices.com.

Susanna Guarino, LMHC, is a therapist and musician who specializes in religious trauma, spiritual abuse and cult recovery, and couples therapy. She also has training in working with parents dealing with postpartum mental health struggles. Susanna provides indivdual, couples, and group therapy as well as outdoor, nature-based therapy near her office in Highland Park. Her practice is LGBTQI affirming.
To learn more about Susanna, check out www.goodearthcounseling.com

Jamie Hearn, LCSW, is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and has been working with children and their families since 2003. She currently works with children ages three to thirteen using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma-Focused CBT, Solution Focused Therapy, and Play Therapy/Creative Arts Expression in conjunction with Eastern modalities. Jamie specializes in trauma, family therapy/parent support, positive parent/child interactions, and family crisis intervention. She can also assist with the education system including CSE and CPSE processes, and collaborating with school staff and/or day care providers for children experiencing behavioral difficulties.

Saralicia Hernandez, MA, MFT, CCPT, is a Marriage and Family Therapist and Certified Child Centered Play Therapist, and has experience working with people of all ages going through depression, anxiety, loss, chronic illness or pain, life transitions, relationship conflict, perfectionism/high self-expectations, trauma, among others. She offers individual, couples, family therapy, parenting support, as well as play therapy for all ages! Saralicia is certified in Integrative Trauma Treatment and loves using mind-body techniques that help clients understand the role of experiences, emotions, and relationships in our bodies and brains. She strives to center her practice in compassion and joyful connections. Saralicia previously obtained a Master's in Human Development, specializing in Early Childhood Development and Education. She has training in Medical Family Therapy and has worked in integrated care systems. Saralicia is from Mexico City and is fluent in English and Spanish. She believes in the biopsychosocial model and will treat a person's beliefs, culture, gender, race, ethnicity, and experiences with respect. Visit her website at www.brainsloveplay.com.

Reena Hutchinson, MS, LMFT, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, has over ten (10) years' experience working with children, adolescents, couples and families. Reena specializes in anxiety, depression, self-esteem, peer related issues, parenting and family issues. She utilizes a collaborative approach to therapy, and is considered to be an "integrative therapist". Reena incorporates different methods of treatment based on each client's individual needs, and strives to create a warm, safe and nurturing environment.

Denise Hynson, LCSW, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, specializes in working with adolescents from age 12 to adulthood. Denise has experience working with adolescents in foster care, family reunification, family trauma, in addition to partnering with the BIPOC (Black and Indigenous Person of Color) and the LGBTQ+ community. While using a variety of approaches that span from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Strength Based Perspective, Solution Focus, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), trauma informed approach, she is currently broadening her skills in Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing (EMDR).
Denise's goal is to support persons in the community to heal from various forms of trauma; "People are my passion so I am ready to embark on your personal journey when you are."

Cemre (pronounced "gem-ray") Korman, LCSW-R, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, provides strength-based and trauma-informed care to individuals, couples, and families, as well as group therapy. Cemre incorporates Cognitive-Behavioral, Dialectical-Behavioral and Solution-Focused therapies, Mindfulness practice and Motivational-Interviewing as needed to meet the needs of clients. Cemre's background is in social work, yoga, and childbirth education. She is fluent in English, Turkish and French. Her special areas of interest include: getting through the teen years and thriving, improving relationships and learning healthy communication/anger management skills, practicing mindfulness and learning other healthy coping skills to improve overall quality of life, and working with the LGBTQIA+ community. She also provides a supportive environment utilizing Gender Affirming Interventions for trans/non-binary clients. Cemre currently works with adolescents ages 12+ and adults of all ages. Cemre facilitates a Teen DBT Group,a Teen LGBTQ+ Anxiety Group, Parent Workshops and a Parent Support Group. She provides supervision as well.
Visit her website at www.cemrekorman.com.

Stacey E. Kulik, LCSW, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, has nineteen years of experience working with children and families in various mental health settings in both the Rochester and Boston areas. Stacey focuses her practice on children between the ages of 3-12 and uses both play therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy in her work. She has extensive experience with children who have experienced some form of trauma and/or loss and is nationally certified in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. Stacey has also been trained in Child-Parent Psychotherapy which is evidence-based therapy for children ages birth to five and their caregivers who have experienced trauma or disruptions in attachment. In addition to seeing clients in her practice, Stacey provides behavioral health consultation to several area childcare centers. She is well versed on the Committee on Special Ed for Preschoolers and School Aged Children and can assist parents with this process.

Meena Lall, LCSW, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, integrates clinical and holistic perspectives into her therapy practice that result in an intuitive, person-centered, whole hearted self-exploration. Meena weaves her study of evidence based interventions, human development, emotional regulation and the mind-body connection together to support individuals, couples and families discover grounded and loving relationships, self-acceptance, increased sense of well being, and adjusting to life's challenges. Areas of special focus are relationship building including families, parent-child, couples, adolescents and "launching" young adults, highly sensitive persons (HSP), empaths, and individuals experiencing spiritual crisis and/or cultural issues. Meena is a trauma sensitive and LBGTQ affirmative therapist who is a warm and welcome ally to all.

Marianne Lane, LCSW, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, has over twenty-five years of experience working with adolescents, teens, adults, and families seeking mental health support to improve interpersonal relationships. She believes that effective communication and being heard is the foundation of healthy relationships. Marianne has worked with adolescents and adults with varying abilities. She uses evidence-based practices (dialectical behavioral therapy, trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy) and draws from additional disciplines for a robust therapeutic approach. She has worked in educational and day treatment settings.

Rob Langen, LCSW-R, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, has been providing mental health services in outpatient settings for over thirteen (13) years. He works with teens and adults providing individual therapy services grounded in evidence-based techniques, such as motivational interviewing, as well as cognitive behavioral, person-centered, and narrative therapies. Rob has always been impressed with his clients' abilities to address and overcome life's challenges, often using skills they didn't know they had. He wants sessions to be supportive and a safe place where clients can be genuine without fear of judgement as they process, learn, and work through life's challenges. Rob is currently seeing patients virtually using a secure, encrypted platform.
For more information, visit Rob's website at RobertLangenCounseling.squarespace.com

Amy Loblaw, ATR-BC, LCAT, a Licensed Creative Arts Therapist (LCAT), and Registered and Board-Certified Art Therapist (ATR-BC), specializes in creative interventions to help children, adolescents, and adults express, explore, and work through challenges.
Amy also draws from training in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy to support individuals who have experienced abusive intimate partner relationships, trauma, anxiety. compulsive overeating, self-harm. or depression. Amy provides group therapy and clinical supervision/consultation, as well as with training and workshops.

Jennifer Lynch, LCSW-R, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over twelve years of experience, works with adolescents, adults and seniors who are experiencing a wide range of mental health issues; including depression, anxiety, mood disorders, trauma, relationship issues and family conflict. She specializes in trauma work and parenting related distress, which includes parents of children with medical complications, birth trauma, mental health concerns and behavioral problems. Jennifer also specializes in providing therapeutic treatment to people who are experiencing significant life events such as loss, aging, chronic pain and chronic illnesses. She uses a person-centered approach that allows her clients to have control of their own treatment and goals in changing and improving their lives. Jennifer is also trained in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Interpersonal Therapy (IPT), Trauma Focused Therapy, Schema Focused Therapy, and CBT for Chronic Pain and Illness. Along with her therapeutic practice, Jennifer also provides clinical supervision and consultation.

Lindsey Macaluso, LCSW-R, RPT, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, specializes in working with children, adolescents and adults who are experiencing distress as a result of adjusting to challenging life transitions, deep rivers of anxiety, trauma exposure, high conflict relationships, grief, and attachment disruptions. Understanding the importance of the relationship between young people and their caregivers, Lindsey also provides parent support and coaching to assist parents in managing and resolving their children's symptoms and creating deeper connections. Through developmentally appropriate and evidence supported interventions, Lindsey works with her clients to restore healthy relationships and joy in their lives. Lindsey is nationally certified in Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) and is a Registered Play Therapist (RPT). She also provides consultation to child and adolescent therapists and professionals working with individuals who have experienced trauma in our community.

Emily Maeske, LCSW-R, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and psychotherapist for over ten years, provides a personalized, genuine approach to helping adults and teens navigate life's challenges by focusing on the connections between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. Emily specializes in treating trauma, anxiety, depression, and personality disorders and their impact on relationships. She helps clients find connections, meaning and validation within themselves and others. Emily offers various evidence-based therapeutic approaches such as Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), and Interpersonal Psychotherapy (IPT).

Christine Magee, LMSW, a Licensed Master Social Worker, has experience working with children, youth and families. She specializes in using Animal Assisted Therapy in her counseling practice along with her certified Therapy Dog Clover, who is a Newfoundland. Together they work as a team with individuals who may be struggling with anxiety, depression, social skill development, or loss. Through Motivational Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness-Based stress reduction, and Solution Focused approaches, Chris assists clients with developing healthy coping skills and pro-social communication skills. She believes animals can have an incredible influence on the emotional and physical healing of people. Clover's presence in counseling sessions adds to a positive low-stress environment that encourages communication, lessens anxiety, and overall creates motivation for change to occur.

Lisa Maynard, LMSW, ACSW, TCTSY-F, a Licensed Master Social Worker, has advanced training and expertise in trauma, attachment and adoption. She utilizes a person-centered approach, specializing in supporting women adjusting to life transitions including change in relationships, spirituality, new parenting or empty nesting, change in career, separation or divorce.
Lisa serves children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families in need of support. She is one of approximately 100 yoga professionals in the world certified in Trauma Center Trauma-Sensitive Yoga (TCTSY), an adjunctive evidence-based intervention for treating complex trauma. Lisa integrates evidence-based therapies, meditation and mindfulness in her work with clients guiding them to explore life challenges in a safe, supportive environment. Lisa is a senior consultant with the National Center for Adoption and Permanency, is on the Advisory Committee for the Adoption and Foster Family Coalition of New York, and works with the Center for Adoption Support and Education to provide web-based adoption competency training across the U.S.
Visit Lisa's websites at www.sativirya.com, www.adoptioncenterofupstateny.com, www.spriralriver.net

Julia Mitchell, MS, RN, PMHNP-BC, a Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, provides medication management and psychotherapy to the adult population. A graduate of the University of Rochester (MS) and Le Moyne College (BSN), Julia has worked in mental health since 2010. She has broad experience in various mental health settings including inpatient, outpatient, psychiatric emergency, and PROS (Personalized Recovery Oriented Services). She has additional training in Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Functional Medicine for Mental Health, and is currently completing a three-year certification program in Somatic Experiencing. Julia seeks to understand each individual's unique history, body chemistry, mental patterns, and beliefs to create a personalized plan for recovery and wellness. She specializes in supporting those with depression, anxiety, trauma, and addictions.

Jackson Morris, LCSW, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, has experience working with individuals struggling with substance use, anxiety, depression and grief and loss. Jackson specializes in working with LGBTQ+ individuals, most specifically those individuals dealing with concerns relating to gender identity. Jackson primarily utilizes a strength-based approach, acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and psychoanalytic theory in his work to help individuals work towards becoming a version of themselves they most desire. Jackson believes in the power of a therapeutic relationship and utilizes humor in healing to connect on a meaningful level while working through difficult thoughts and emotions.

Jalise Muñoz, LMHC, is a Licensed Mental Health Clinician, that brings over ten years of experience with adolescents, young adults. and couples. She has comprehensive experience and training in treating depression, anxiety, trauma, unhealthy relationships, and self-harming behavior. Jalise utilizes a strength based, person centered, trauma informed, and solution focused approach to engage her clients in the process of therapy. With use of dialectical and cognitive behavioral, reality-based therapy, mindfulness, and narrative approaches, Jalise partners with high-risk young people and their families to improve relationships and positive coping.

Heather Newton, MPA, Brain Health Specialist, is a fierce advocate for brain health, coaching individuals to better health through neurofeedback, hyperbaric oxygen at Tru Functional Health, and other brain modalities. Heather is a certified Neurofeedback Specialist, Amen Clinic Certified Brain Health Coach, and a Trauma Sensitive Certified HeartMath Practitioner. She earned a BA in Psychology from the University of Rochester and a master's degree in Public Administration from Syracuse University's Maxwell School of Citizenship and Public Affairs. Heather grew up in a family where addiction was present and has an adult son who lives with a brain illness and substance use disorder. She brings her expertise, lived experience, and deep compassion to her work with all Loop Brain Health clients. For more information go to www.loopbrainhealth.com

Andra Niculescu, MS, LMFT, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, specializes in working with individuals and couples who are experiencing distress and conflict due to relationship challenges such as infidelity, an acute or chronic illness, a job change, parenting issues, or those navigating through separation or divorce. Andra's approaches come from evidence-based methods to include family systems, attachment, emotionally focused theories, and the Gottman method. Her goal is to help transform "feeling stuck" into healthier ways of approaching a situation where communication is improved, problems are solved, and competency about taking care of one's life is restored.

Dr. Jay Nittoli, Ed.D, LCSW-R, is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over thirty (30) years of experience. Dr. Nittoli believes that all people seeking therapy are truly unique, yet they all have the same basic needs for acceptance, compassion, happiness, and human connection. He utilizes Intensive Short Term Dynamic Psychotherapy to treat patients with anxiety, depression, trauma histories, and chronic physical pain conditions. He is also very committed to providing therapy in a manner that is culturally sensitive.
You can learn more about Dr. Nittoli at www.jaynittolipsychotherapy.com

Tara Pierce, LCSW-R, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over fifteen years of clinical experience, specializes in adults and families who are experiencing a wide range of mental health issues; including anxiety, Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), depression, mood disorders, trauma, relationship issues, and family conflict.
Tara is trained in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), Schema-Focused Therapy, Functional Family Therapy (FFT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), and mindfulness-based stress reduction.

Drew Rabidoux, LCSW, a licensed Clinical Social Worker, recently transplanted from NYC, specializes in working with adults individually and in groups to address anxiety, life transitions, parenting concerns, relationship trauma, sexually transmitted diseases, and working with mothers of sexually abused children. Drew provides Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP), Psychedelic Integration Therapy, and facilitates groups. She is trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Gestalt Therapy, and is certified in Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy. Drew is a direct and interactive therapist and provides a personalized approach and believes that true healing is found through the therapeutic relationship and the ability to integrate those learnings in a client's everyday life. For more information visit her website at www.counselingwithdrew.com

Karen Rabish, LCSW-R, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, has over thirty years of experience helping individuals and couples through fertility, pregnancy, perinatal mood concerns, parenting, infant and maternal loss, foster care, adoption, and chronic medical conditions. Karen supports clients by guiding them to better understand trauma and transitions that impact their ability to cope and live fully. Her practice is client driven and solution focused, where clients feel empowered, safe, and comfortable to share, explore, and be heard, as they move toward their full healing potential.

Laurie Reinhold, LCSW, a licensed Clinical Social Worker, specializes in working with children, teens and their families to address concerns related to trauma, parent/child conflict, and a variety of behavioral and emotional difficulties. Laurie utilizes a blend of therapeutic techniques and models based upon each client's unique needs. She is nationally certified in Parent Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT) and Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) and has additional training in Alternatives for Families - a Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (AF-CBT) and CARE: Child Adult Relationship Enhancement. In addition, Laurie is a Certified Positive Discipline Parent Educator. Laurie uses a culturally sensitive and collaborative approach and strives to create a safe and non-judgmental atmosphere that embodies compassion, trust and mutual respect.

Catina (Tina) Richardsen, LMHC, CCPT, a licensed Mental Health Counselor and Certified Child Play Therapist with a Masters Degree in Counseling, has been providing psychotherapy (play therapy) to children since 2000. Her career started as a school counselor, followed by clinical mental health counseling at Unity Health and Strong Behavioral Health, leading to private practice. Catina has worked with children and parents within the rural, suburban, and urban communities. As a Certified Play Therapist, she specializes in treating anxiety and depression with children ages 2-5 years old. She has extensive experience, education, and training in the areas of Play Therapy, child development, children from divorced parents and blended families, co-parenting support, strengthening parent/child relationships, traumatic stress, abuse survivors, children in foster care, and mindfulness meditation. Catina accepts Excellus insurance, and her office is located at 25 Canterbury Road in Rochester..
Play Therapy information can be found at www.a4pt.org/page/WhyPlayTherapy

Bree Scribner, LCSW, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, has over a decade of experience working with adolescents, adults and families. Bree specializes in ages 13 and up, with a focus on anxiety, depression, self-harming behavior, grief and loss, and general life transitions. She uses a variety of therapeutic and evidence-based models to meet her clients needs and their desired goals/outcomes. Bree is extensively trained in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and mindfulness practices, as well as Interpersonal Psychotherapy (IPT) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT).

Elizabeth (Bits) Shannon, RN, MS, PMHNP-BC, a Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, provides medication management and psychotherapy services to adolescents and adults. Bits has completed studies at The University of Rochester and St. John Fisher College. She holds two Master of Science degrees in Mental Health Counseling (SJFC) and Nursing (UR), a Bachelor of Arts degree in Brain and Cognitive Sciences (UR) and a Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing (UR). She has worked with all ages in a variety of mental health care settings including embedded counseling for high school substance abuse prevention, ambulatory (outpatient) psychiatry, inpatient psychiatry, partial hospitalization programs, and a psychiatric emergency department. Bits is committed to providing effective, ethical care that is person-centered and complements the work being done in therapy.

Amy Shoff, LCSW, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, provides strength based, person centered and trauma informed care to individuals 18+. Amy specializes in treating grief and loss, life transitions, stress and anxiety, relationship struggles, and anger management. She uses evidence-based treatment in her work including solution focused therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT) skills and mindfulness practices. Amy brings warmth and compassion to her practice and is a strong believer in the therapeutic relationship.

Alexis Slaninka, LMHC, CEAP, a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, specializes in working with adults, college students and adolescents who are interested in gaining more insight/control over their life by learning an array of mindfulness practices that build awareness, growth and change. Alexis specializes in anxiety, depression, stress, grief/loss, In addition to her private practice, Alexis works with several Employee Assistance Programs (EAPs) to provide counseling to employees and their family members.
For more information about Alexis, visit her website at www.alexistherapy.com.

Sarah Small, LCSW, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in both New York and New Jersey, specializes in working with children 10 and under and their caregiving adults. Sara works with children experiencing behavioral and emotional dysregulation stemming from learning differences, ADHD, anxiety and life changing events like divorce and trauma. Sarah utilizes play therapy in both directive and non-directive formats, as well as parent consultation and support, to meet each family where they are in order to move both children and adults in their lives towards balance, joy and connectedness.

Marjorie Smith, LCSW, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, specializes in grief and loss, end of life, life transitions, and depression and anxiety. She has 13+ years of experience supporting patients who are facing a terminal disease as well as those facing the loss of someone, or something, they love. This difficult phase of life can bring a multitude of challenges; therapy can help everyone navigate this time in the best way possible. No matter what issue brings clients to therapy, Marj offers a gentle, compassionate, honest, and straightforward approach. Marj welcomes adults, seniors, young adults to her practice, and utilizes an eclectic approach that allows her to use a combination of methods that will best suit each client. She employs tools and approaches such as psychodynamic therapy, insight oriented, DBT, CBT, and person-centered. A warm sense of humor puts clients at ease and communicates Marj's genuine care and concern for their wellbeing.

John Sobraske, MA, LMHC, LMFT, a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Marriage and Family Therapist, has twenty-four years of clinical experience treating children, adolescents, adults, couples and families. John practices psychoenergetics, which combines psychodynamic psychotherapy with mindfulness and qigong to attune to and utilize the energy system of the body. Areas of interest include early loss and attachment, adoption and foster care, trauma, executive function, autism, and fetal alcohol as well as personality disorders and spirituality. John is also a natural health practitioner, a divorce mediator and facilitator in collaborative law, and a national trainer on adoption. Visit John's website at www.adoptioncenterofupstateny.com

Heather Starks, LCSW, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, provides clinical services to a diverse population of youth, adults, parents, couples and families. She utilizes a holistic, collaborative, person centered approach focusing on individual strengths and needs, developing skills and resilience with individuals, and is highly skilled in areas of meditation, conflict resolution and life transitions. Heather draws upon a trauma informed approach and training that includes Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and Functional Behavioral Approach. As a trained yoga teacher, she incorporates mindfulness and overall mental wellness with individuals. Heather has worked in the child and family service systems across the Greater Rochester area in her career, and is available for consultation along with group and individual clinical supervision.

Tony Tepedino has worked as an educator and coach for over twenty-seven years. During this time, he has taught at every level in a variety of capacities. Most recently he served as the Dean of Student Life at Allendale Columbia School. Working with adolescents and teens has given Tony insight into the pressures teens are facing and the tools they need to find success. He understands how to create safe spaces for teens so they can begin to process what they might need in different contexts. Tony plans to offer private sessions and guided workshops to help teens and parents navigate different challenges they are facing in both their school and personal lives. He also plans to consult with schools and educators.
For more information go to Tony's website at www.tonytep.com.

Loraine Young, LCSW-R, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, has over twenty-five years of clinical experience providing services to individuals and their families. Loraine works with a diverse population helping them to manage conflict and develop a more integrated sense of self. She serves families, couples, adults and teens who struggle with depression, anxiety, behavioral and emotional issues, stress, relationship and parenting concerns, by utilizing a multi-modal of treatment. Her treatment strategy is built on a foundation of respect and acceptance of individuals, families and cultures. Loraine incorporates a variety of strength-based therapeutic methods, principals and philosophies in order to create a treatment plan to meet specific needs.

Tree of Hope Counseling, LCSW, PLLC
2300 East Avenue
Rochester, NY 14610
585-500-9420
treeofhopecounselingrochester@gmail.com