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Careers at Minette Careers Clinician New York, NY, USA Apply About the Company Minette LCSW Psychotherapy Services, PLLC has over 20 years of experience in clinical work (evaluations, diagnosing, psychotherapy - individual/group/couples/family and clinical supervision. Specific treatment areas include depression, anxiety, bipolar, PTSD. We use evidenced based models such as CBT, motivational interviewing, and solution focused psychotherapy. We are also experts in evaluating and diagnosing developmental delays and autism in young children and working with families of children with developmental delays. Minette's Philosophy Hiring and Career Development It is the policy of Minette Psychotherapy to hire and provide training to professional bilingual staff who exhibit sensitivity and understanding of the needs of the different cultural and ethnic backgrounds of our clients. Whenever possible the ambiance of Minette Psychotherapy will reflect the interests of our clients through our website, posters, magazines, etc. in both Spanish and English. New staff is trained in Minette Psychotherapy’s mission, philosophy, goals and values, and personnel policies and procedures. Minette Psychotherapy provides in-house training seminars for staff throughout the year; covering clinical and socio-cultural issues, and community resources, and are given by experienced staff members and guest speakers. Minette Psychotherapy also encourages and facilitates clinical staff’s attendance at relevant off-site seminars, conferences, etc. All staff that provide clinical services to clients are provided with ongoing, weekly supervision.

Resources Organizations New York State Department of Education https://www.schools.nyc.gov/ New York State Department of Children and Family Services Office of Children and Family Services | Home | OCFS (state.ny.us) New York State Department of Health - Early Intervention https://www.health.ny.gov/community/infants_children/early_intervention/index.htm NYS Dept of Education for Students with Disabilities https://www.schools.nyc . gov/enrollment/enrollment-help /meeting-student-needs/students-with-disabilities Resources for parents of a baby or toddler with developmental delays Recursos para padres de niños con problemas de desarrollo, TDAH o TDA, o problemas de conducta Baby Navigator Languages include English, Spanish and Creole) https://babynavigator.com/scgc/ Guia Para Padres Sobre El Program De Intervencion Temprana: https://www.health.ny.gov/publications/0533.pdf Guide to Early Intervention: https://www.health.ny.gov/community/infants_children/early_intervention/index.htm Please click on either box to see a comprehensive list of our resources and download a copy or scroll for resources and information below. Resources in English Resources in Spanish Resources for parents of a baby or toddler with developmental delays (English) : See Below https://babynavigator.com/scgc/ The Activity Kit for Babies and Toddlers at Risk: How to use Every day Routines to Build Social and Communication Skills by Debbie Fein at Amazon.com Spanish (Website can be displayed in Spanish or Creole) https://babynavigator.com/scgc/ Resources for parents of children with developmental disabilities, ADHD or ADD, or Behavior Problems Preschoolers and ADHD file:///C:/Users/madel/Dropbox/PENDING%20EVALS%20TO%20Complete/Attachments%20to%reports/preschoolers%20and%20ADHD.pdf Tha Better Behavior Show - A New Approach to Children's Mental health: YouTube channel for helpful advice and strategies for parents) https://www.youtube.com/c/DrNicoleBeurkens/videos The Better Behavior Show- A New Approach to Children’s Mental Health: (Podcast with helpful advice and strategies for parents) https://www.drbeurkens.com/podcasts/ Life will get better: Simple Solutions for Parents of Children with Attention, Anxiety, Mood and Behavior Challenges (Book) https://www.drbeurkens.com/book/ Recursos para padres de niños con problemas de desarrollo, TDAH o TDA, o problemas de conducta Los niños en edad preescolar y el TDAH Guiainfantil.com Tips on children's health and education, pregnancy, and more. For this, we have the collaboration of good psychologists, educators, nutritionists, and other experts. https://www.youtube.com/c/guiainfantil/videos Resources for parents after a diagnosis of Autism ” Early signs of Autism” (all children are different, but these are 3 examples of children with autism) https://youtu.be/YtvP5A5OHpU Autism — what we know (and what we don't know yet) | Wendy Chung" on YouTube https://youtu.be/ wKlMcLTqRLs ” What is ABA therapy?” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LtTU0T1p0TY&t=159s “Does my child have a sensory issue?” (Sensory issues are very common in children with autism) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Sti8iNlVlco Genetic testing and autism spectrum disorder https://www.cdc.gov/genomics/disease/autism.htm#:~:text=Genetic%20testing%20results%20can%20give,concerns%20about%20your%20child's%20development. Resources for Parents of a Child with Autism Autism Speaks 100 Day Toolkit for Newly Diagnosed Young Children: https://www.autismspeaks.org/sites/default/files/100_Day_Tool_Kit_Young_Children.pdf Autism Navigator You can review valuable information and parent training videos on Autism and become part of the community. https://autismnavigator.com/family-resources/ If you click on this link below you will see before and after videos of children with autism that received early intervention: How Effective is Early Intervention? https://resources.autismnavigator.com/aboutAutism/question/04v.html Preschoolers and ADHD https://chadd.org/for-parents/preschoolers-and-adhd/ Podcasts and Books: Listen to the Podcast for helpful advice and strategies for parents: The Better Behavior Show- A New Approach to Children’s Mental Health: https://www.drbeurkens.com/podcasts/ Life will get better: Simple Solutions for Parents of Children with Attention, Anxiety, Mood and Behavior Challenges https://www.drbeurkens.com/book/ The Activity Kit for Babies and Toddlers at Risk: How to use Everyday Routines to Build Social and Communication Skills by Debbie Fein at Amazon.com Parent Trainings: APC offers small group parenting workshops – experienced parent educators provide practical, constructive advice. Ongoing support in future workshops and in the online community offers the guidance, support, and understanding. https://www.autismparentsconnect.org/ Dr. Mary Barbera - Turn Autism Around (YouTube channel for helpful advice and strategies for parents) https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWljNjpWYd83D9FHHZIporA Support groups for Parents: L.E.N.D Parent support group monthly meeting Every month on the First Friday from 7 pm to 9 pm Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81466952372 Meeting ID: 814 6695 2372 One tap mobile +19292056099, 81466952372# US (New York) Los niños en edad preescolar y el TDAH https://chadd.org/understanding-adhd/recursos-en-espanol/ Facebook Group: NYSDOH – Early Intervention Community of Families For Parents and caregivers of children in the Early Intervention Program from around New York State that want to connect with other parents/caregivers, share ideas, ask questions, and provide support to one another. https://www.facebook.com/groups/NYSDOHEI Agencies that Provide Assistance to Parents: Include NYC provides parents with resources, support and advocacy https://www.includenyc.org/ Sinergia provides family and education services for people with disabilities and their families in Spanish and English. (212) 643-2840 Ext: 602 https://www.sinergiany.org/ Informacion para padres después de un diagnóstico de autismo: Trastornos del Espectro Autista (TEA) - la definición, causas, prevalencia y comportamientos característicos del TEA https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CQcDGlui378 Por que se produce el TEA (autismo)? https://youtu.be/IcR_KafVzEM Los primeros signos de Autismo (todos los niños son diferentes pero estos son 3 ejemplos de niños con autismo) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u2q2PcGZj4k Autismo y terapias ABA https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rdwNG0coscw ¿Tiene mi hijo un problema Sensorial? (Los problemas sensoriales son muy comunes en ninos con autismo) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hF7keDi8 kvk Pruebas Geneticas para el Autismo https://www.lifespan.org/sites/default/files/2021-05/BH-Flyer-Spanish-AutismBlog-210505.pdf Información para los padres de niños con autismo Autism Speaks Manual de 100 Dias Para familias con niños pequeños recién diagnosticados de autism https://www.autismspeaks.org/sites/default/files/toolkit-pdf/manual-de-los-100-dias.pdf Autism Navigator Podrás revisar información importante y vídeos de aprendizaje para padres sobre el autismo y formar parte de la comunidad. https://autismnavigator.com/ Si hace clic en este enlace, podrá ver vídeos del antes y el después de niños con autismo que han recibido intervención temprana: ¿Qué tan efectiva puede ser la intervención temprana? https://resources.autismnavigator.com/aboutAutism/question/04v.html Vídeos de aprendizaje para padres El Canal “Autism Blue Heart” en Youtube. Tiene videos educativos creado por una mama Latina que tiene una niña con autismo https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdUDT2DEP2-9_6CzLoyoARA Guiainfantil.com Consejos sobre la salud y la educación de los niños, embarazo, y mucho más. Para ello, contamos con la colaboración de buenos psicólogos, educadores, nutricionistas, y otros expertos. https://www.youtube.com/c/guiainfantil/videos Agencias que prestan asistencia a los padres: Include NYC - Ofrece a los padres recursos, apoyo y asesoramiento https://es.includenyc.org/?noredirect=es-MX Sinergia ofrece servicios para familias y servicios educativos para personas con discapacidades y sus familias en español e inglés. (212) 643-2840 Ext: 602 https://www.sinergiany.org/ Informacion para padres después de un diagnóstico de autismo: Trastornos del Espectro Autista (TEA) - la definición, causas, prevalencia y comportamientos característicos del TEA https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CQcDGlui378 Por que se produce el TEA (autismo)? https://youtu.be/IcR_KafVzEM Los primeros signos de Autismo (todos los niños son diferentes pero estos son 3 ejemplos de niños con autismo) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u2q2PcGZj4k Autismo y terapias ABA https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rdwNG0coscw ¿Tiene mi hijo un problema Sensorial? (Los problemas sensoriales son muy comunes en ninos con autismo) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hF7keDi8kvk Pruebas Geneticas para el Autismo https://www.lifespan.org/sites/default/files/2021-05/BH-Flyer-Spanish-AutismBlog-210505.p df Información para los padres de niños con autismo Autism Speaks Manual de 100 Dias Para familias con niños pequeños recién diagnosticados de autism https://www.autismspeaks.org/sites/default/files/toolkit-pdf/manual-de-los-100-dias.pdf Autism Navigator Podrás revisar información importante y vídeos de aprendizaje para padres sobre el autismo y formar parte de la comunidad. https://autismnavigator.com/ Si hace clic en este enlace, podrá ver vídeos del antes y el después de niños con autismo que han recibido intervención temprana: ¿Qué tan efectiva puede ser la intervención temprana? https://resources.autismnavigator.com/aboutAutism/question/04v.html Vídeos de aprendizaje para padres El Canal “Autism Blue Heart” en Youtube . Tiene videos educativos creado por una mama Latina que tiene una niña con autismo https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdUDT2DEP2-9_6CzLoyoARA Guiainfantil.com Consejos sobre la salud y la educación de los niños, embarazo, y mucho más. Para ello, contamos con la colaboración de buenos psicólogos, educadores, nutricionistas, y otros expertos. https://www.youtube.com/c/guiainfantil/videos Agencias que prestan asistencia a los padres: Include NYC ofrece a los padres recursos, apoyo y asesoramiento https://es.includenyc.org/?noredirect=es-MX Sinergia ofrece servicios para familias y servicios educativos para personas con discapacidades y sus familias en español e inglés. (212) 643-2840 Ext: 602 https://www.sinergiany.org/ Grupos de apoyo en Facebook para los padres de niños con autismo: Grupo de Apoyo para Padres con Ninos con Necesidades Especiales https://www.facebook.com/Grupo-de-Apoyo-para-Padres-con-Ninos-con-Necesidades- Especiales-404342386271190 Tienen reunión cada último miércoles de mes vía ZOOM, de 7:30 a 9:00 pm, hora de Nueva York. Padres de hijos con Autismo https://www.facebook.com/groups/padresdehijosautistas Padres de niños con Autismo https://www.facebook.com/Padres-de-ni%C3%B1os-con-Autismo-484967774958163 Back You take care of everything. Let us take care of you. Get started with Minette Psychotherapy Services today. Schedule a Consultation

Minette Therapists Shelly Browne, MHC-LP Mental Health Counselor Clinical Therapist/Limited Permit Read More Eleana Leiva, MHC Intern Mental Health Counseling Intern Intern Read More Luke Chobanian, LMSW Licensed Master Social Worker Clinical Therapist Read More Arlene Paez, MHC-LP Mental Health Counselor Mental Health Counselor Read More Jesus Ortiz, MSW Intern Clinical Social Work Intern Intern (Bilingual Spanish) Read More Guadalupe Heisecke Echeverria, MHC-LP Mental Health Counselor Clinical Therapist (Bilingual) Read More Daisy Muniz, MSW Intern Clinical Social Work Intern Intern (Bilingual Spanish) Read More Barbara Santiago, MSW Intern Clinical Social Work Intern Intern (Bilingual Spanish) Read More Lily O'Heir, LMSW Licensed Master Social Worker Clinical Therapist Read More Ambar Ortiz, LMSW Licensed Master Social Worker Clinical Therapist (Bilingual Spanish) Read More Rexhep (Rex) Rizani, MHC-LP Mental Health Counselor Clinical Therapist Read More Eliana Porush, LMSW Licensed Master Social Worker Clinical Therapist Read More Nicole Fluellen-Young, LMSW Licensed Master Social Worker Clinical Therapist Read More Shaila Pilarte, M.S.Ed, MHC-LP Mental Health Counselor Intern/Bilingual Spanish Read More Vanessa Garcia, MHC-LP Mental Health Counselor Clinical Therapist/Limited Permit (Bilingual Spanish) Read More Katherine Rivera, LSW and LMSW Licensed Social Worker Clinical Therapist Read More Jessica Echeverria, MHC-LP Licensed Mental Health Counselor Clinical Therapist/Limited Permit Read More Christina Howell, LMSW Licensed Master Social Worker Clinical Therapist Read More Civita Vitiello, LCSW Licensed Clinical Social Worker Clinical Therapist (Bilingual Italian) Read More Angelica Rubio, LCSW Licensed Clinical Social Worker Clinical Therapist (Bilingual Spanish) Read More Bianca Castro, LMSW Licensed Master Social Worker Clinical Therapist Read More Chawezi Ngoma, LMSW Licensed Master Social Worker Clinical Therapist Read More Cristel Garcia, LMSW Licensed Master Social Worker Clinical Therapist Read More Cynthia Garcia, MHC-LP Licensed Mental Health Counselor Clinical Therapist/Limited Permit (Bilingual Spanish) Read More Elizabeth Conde, LMSW- SIFI Licensed Master Social Work, SIFI Clinical Therapist (Bilingual Spanish) Read More Michael Natale, MHC-LP Licensed Mental Health Counselor Limited permit Read More Emmanuelle Jeanlouis, MHC, LP Licensed Mental Health Counselor Clinical Therapist/Limited Permit Read More Jameson Fairchild, LCSW Licensed Clinical Social Worker Clinical Therapist Read More Janae Connerly, MHC-LP Licensed Mental Health Counselor Clinical Therapist/Limited Permit Read More Mary-Kay Kallergis, LMSW Licensed Master Social Worker Clinical Therapist Read More Wendy Salazar, LCSW Licensed Clinical Social Worker Clinical Therapist (Bilingual Spanish) Read More Vilma Miranda, LCSW-R Licensed Clinical Social Worker Clinical Therapist (Bilingual Spanish) Read More Stephanie Jasmin, LMSW Licensed Master Social Worker Clinical Therapist Read More Monet Dove, LMSW Licensed Master Social Worker Clinical Therapist Read More

< Back Barbara Santiago, MSW Intern Clinical Social Work Intern Barbara G. Santiago, B.A. Clinical Social Work Intern Barbara recently joined Minette Psychotherapy as a Clinical Social Work Intern. She is deeply devoted to providing compassionate, bilingual care that honors the unique experiences of each client. With a practice rooted in cultural humility and a strengths-based, client-centered approach, Barbara strives to create a safe, empowering environment where clients across diverse life experiences and communities feel supported in their journey to healing and growth. Barbara brings solid experience working with children, youth, and families across school, community, and clinical spaces. She has provided individual and group counseling, facilitated crisis interventions, and supported students with specialized educational needs through treatment planning and advocacy during IEP meetings. Her therapeutic work draws on evidence-based modalities, including Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), play therapy, art therapy, Applied Behavioral Therapy (ABA), Gestalt therapy, and trauma-informed practices. With a strong passion for working with neurodivergent populations (ADHD, Autism, and cognitive processing differences), Barbara is dedicated to promoting equity and accessibility in mental health services. Her clinical approaches include addressing anxiety, depression, trauma, and social-emotional challenges while fostering resilience and self-advocacy. Barbara holds a Bachelor's in Psychology with a concentration in Theatre Arts from the City College of New York, where she graduated with honors. She is currently pursuing her Master’s in Social Work at Lehman College, with a concentration in Licensed Clinical Social Work. In addition, she holds certifications in Mental Health First Aid, Mandated Reporter training, and School Violence Prevention and Intervention, equipping her with the tools to respond to the needs of her clients with both skill and compassion. Please get in touch with the clinic to arrange an appointment with Barbara. Barbara se unió recientemente a Minette Psychoterapia como pasante en Trabajo Social Clínico. Está profundamente comprometida con ofrecer atención compasiva y bilingüe que honre las experiencias únicas de cada cliente. Con una práctica basada en la humildad cultural y un enfoque centrado en el cliente y basado en fortalezas, Barbara se esfuerza por crear un ambiente seguro y empoderador en el que los clientes de diversas experiencias y comunidades de vida se sientan apoyados en su camino hacia la sanación y el crecimiento. Barbara aporta una sólida experiencia trabajando con niños, jóvenes y familias en espacios escolares, comunitarios y clínicos. Ha proporcionado asesoramiento individual y grupal, facilitado intervenciones en crisis y apoyado a los estudiantes con necesidades educativas especializadas a través de la planificación de tratamientos y la defensa de sus derechos en las reuniones de IEP. Su trabajo terapéutico se basa en modalidades basadas en la evidencia, incluyendo la Terapia Cognitivo-Conductual (TCC), la Terapia Dialéctico-Conductual (TDC), la terapia de juego, la terapia artística, la Terapia Conductual Aplicada (TCA), la terapia Gestalt y prácticas informadas sobre el trauma. Con una fuerte pasión por trabajar con poblaciones neurodivergentes (TDAH, Autismo y diferencias en el procesamiento cognitivo), Barbara está dedicada a promover la equidad y la accesibilidad en los servicios de salud mental. Sus enfoques clínicos incluyen el tratamiento de la ansiedad, la depresión, el trauma y los desafíos socioemocionales, al mismo tiempo que fomenta la resiliencia y la autodefensa. Barbara tiene una licenciatura en Psicología con concentración en Artes Teatrales de la City College de Nueva York, donde se graduó con honores. Actualmente está cursando su Maestría en Trabajo Social en Lehman College, con concentración en Trabajo Social Clínico Licenciado. Además, tiene certificaciones en Primeros Auxilios en Salud Mental, formación de Reportero Obligado y Prevención e Intervención en Violencia Escolar, lo que la capacita para responder a las necesidades de sus clientes con habilidad y compasión. Por favor, póngase en contacto con la clínica para concertar una cita con Barbara. minettetherapy@gmail.com (201) 724-5489

< Back Shaila Pilarte, M.S.Ed, MHC-LP Mental Health Counselor Shaila recently joined Minette Psychotherapy as a mental health counseling intern. I am committed to providing culturally competent, bilingual support to diverse populations, including Latinx, BIPOC, LGBTQIA+ individuals, children, adolescents, and families. My approach integrates client-centered, strengths-based interventions to address trauma, anxiety, depression, and relationship challenges. With expertise in social-emotional learning, crisis intervention, and autism support, I strive to create a safe, empowering space for healing and personal growth. Fluent in English and Spanish, I am dedicated to fostering accessibility and inclusivity in mental health care. Shaila's specialties include play therapy with children, Therapy with adolescents, Trauma-informed therapy, Family Therapy, Parent Coaching, Marital and Couples Therapy, clients with Autism, and clients who self-harm. She has expertise in both Cognitive Behavior Therapy and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy. She has experience with holding space in group counseling as well. She holds an M.S.ED. Master of Science in Education with advanced training from Alfred University, where she received an advanced certificate in mental health counseling. She also received an advanced certificate in Bilingual School Counseling from the New York Institute of Technology, a master's degree in School Counseling from Alfred University, and a bachelor's degree in criminal justice from Utica University. To schedule an appointment with Shaila, please contact the clinic directly. Shaila se unió recientemente a Minette Psychotherapy como pasante de consejería en salud mental. Está comprometida a brindar apoyo bilingüe y culturalmente competente a poblaciones diversas, incluyendo individuos Latinx, BIPOC, LGBTQIA+, así como niños, adolescentes y familias. Su enfoque integra intervenciones centradas en el cliente y basadas en fortalezas para abordar temas como el trauma, la ansiedad, la depresión y los desafíos en las relaciones. Con experiencia en aprendizaje socioemocional, intervención en crisis y apoyo a personas con autismo, Shaila se esfuerza por crear un espacio seguro y empoderador para la sanación y el crecimiento personal. Habla inglés y español con fluidez y está comprometida con promover la accesibilidad y la inclusividad en el cuidado de la salud mental. Las especialidades de Shaila incluyen terapia de juego con niños, terapia con adolescentes, terapia informada en trauma, terapia familiar, coaching para padres, terapia de pareja y matrimonial, atención a personas con autismo y a personas con conductas autolesivas. Tiene experiencia en Terapia Cognitivo-Conductual (CBT) y Terapia Dialéctico-Conductual (DBT), y también ha trabajado en consejería grupal. Shaila posee un M.S.Ed. (Maestría en Ciencias de la Educación) con formación avanzada en consejería de salud mental de Alfred University, donde también recibió un certificado avanzado en el área. Además, obtuvo un certificado avanzado en Consejería Escolar Bilingüe del New York Institute of Technology, una maestría en Consejería Escolar de Alfred University y una licenciatura en Justicia Criminal de Utica University. Para agendar una cita con Shaila, por favor comunícate directamente con la clínica. minettetherapy@gmail.com (201) 274-5489

Family Therapy and Collateral Counseling Family therapy is a is a type of psychotherapy that can help family members improve their communication and resolve conflicts. The therapist uses specialized therapeutic techniques to modify the family structure, their dynamics and interactions that impact the family members’ emotions and behavior. Collateral counseling is a psychotherapy session with a parent, a spouse, family member, or friend of the client. The collateral is not considered a client, but their contributions and support can be clinically beneficial to a client’s treatment. Online Virtual Session Available Schedule an Appointment

< Back Stephanie Jasmin, LMSW Licensed Master Social Worker Stephanie Jasmin LMSW, is a dedicated psychotherapist with experience supporting teens, adults, and individuals navigating anxiety, life transitions, and personal growth. With compassionate and client-centered approach, Stephanie draws on a background in foster care and school social work to address complex emotional and behavioral challenges. Specializing in helping adolescents with ADHD, trauma, and self-esteem issues as well as adults coping with anxiety and relationship concerns, Stephanie creates a safe, non-judgmental space for clients to explore their emotions and develop effective coping strategies. By combining evidence-based techniques with personalized care, Stephanie empowers clients to build resilience, foster confidence, and improve their overall well-being Whether working with teens, or individuals, Stephanie is committed to guiding clients toward meaningful growth and healing. During Stephanie's free time, they enjoy spending quality moments with family and their fur family and indulging in hobbies like gardening, reading and crocheting. Stephanie holds a master's degree in social work from Adelphi University and a bachelor's degree from Lehman College. She is Bilingual, fluent in Creole. To schedule an appointment with Stephanie, please contact the clinic directly. minettetherapy@gmail.com (201) 724-5489

< Back Emmanuelle Jeanlouis, MHC, LP Licensed Mental Health Counselor Emmanuelle Jeanlouis, MHC-LP, specializes in play therapy for children, therapy for adolescents, and works with clients dealing with ADD/ADHD, depression, anxiety/panic/phobias, grief, anger management, trauma, self-harming or suicidal thoughts, substance and alcohol use, domestic violence, eating/weight issues, and immigrant/acculturation challenges. Her therapeutic approaches include Motivational Interviewing (MI), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Christian or Faith-Based therapy, and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), applicable in both individual and group settings. She serves children, teens, young adults, adults, and seniors in her practice. She speaks Creole and English fluently. Clients frequently mention that Emmanuelle is transparent, empathetic, sympathetic, culturally aware, and straightforward in her approach. To schedule an appointment with Emmanuelle, please contact the clinic directly. minettetherapy@gmail.com Clinic Phone Number: (201) 724-5489

< Back Christina Howell, LMSW Licensed Master Social Worker Christina Howell, LMSW, received her Bachelor's Degree in Psychology from The City University of New York (Queens College). After working in the field for a year with different organizations, both competitively employed and through volunteer work, Christina gained experience in different specialties and populations. She has experience with individual therapy, group therapy, grief counseling, stress management, play therapy, aging, special needs (autism, intellectual disabilities, developmental disabilities), and case management. Christina decided to further her education at Adelphi University and returned for her Master's degree in social work and counseling. Christina is currently working with individuals with special needs, individuals who are medically frail, and the aging population. Her work allows her to provide services to people experiencing adjustments in their life, and seniors in the community by allowing them to stay in their homes, as well as provide group therapy for individuals who are going through a separation or divorce, or newly bereaved, and caregiver support. Christina is known for her hands-on approach and provides her clients with evidence-based knowledge, in addition to extra support that they may need to get through their difficult time or event. To schedule an appointment with Christina, please contact the clinic directly. minettetherapy@gmail.com (201) 724-5489

< Back Mary-Kay Kallergis, LMSW Licensed Master Social Worker Mary‑Kay Kallergis, LMSW is a compassionate therapist who works with clients across all stages of life, from children and teens to adults and seniors. She has extensive experience supporting individuals on the autism spectrum, particularly those in older elementary school age through adulthood to reduce their anxiety and build meaningful social‑emotional skills. Mary‑Kay also works with clients navigating challenges such as ADHD, anger management, trauma, and eating/weight concerns. Mary‑Kay brings a wealth of knowledge and training to her practice. She is proficient in cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), psychospiritual psychotherapy, and holistic therapies, and also incorporates play therapy when working with children. Her credentials include a master’s degree in social work from Fordham University, dual certification in General and Special Education Teaching from Mercy College, and a master’s degree in School Psychology from Mercy College. In addition, she is a certified holistic health coach through the Institute for Integrative Nutrition and a Certified Shamanic Reiki Master Teacher. She is currently expanding her expertise by studying to become both an Art Therapist Practitioner and a Naturopathic Practitioner. Mary‑Kay is motivated by witnessing her clients’ gradual healing and growing independence from therapy. She is described by those who know her as loving, kind, trustworthy, and eager to help others. Fluent in Greek , she is able to connect with diverse communities and provide culturally responsive care. To schedule an appointment with Mary‑Kay, please call the clinic directly. minettetherapy@gmail.com (201) 724-5489

< Back Jameson Fairchild, LCSW Licensed Clinical Social Worker Jameson Fairchild, LCSW, earned both his master's degree in Social Work and bachelor's degree in Psychology from Stony Brook University. He specializes in individual, family, and play therapies, employing a compassionate and empathetic therapeutic approach. Jameson works as a parent coach, offering support to families. His expertise also includes play therapy for children, therapy for adolescents, and addressing issues like anxiety, panic, phobias, autism, and ADD/ADHD. He uses techniques such as Motivational Interviewing (MI) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). Jameson works with clients of all ages, including young children, teens, young adults, and adults. When questioned about what he loves about working with clients, he replied, "witnessing my clients grow more confident in their ability to effect change in their lives and experiences." He is described by friends and family as fun-loving, compassionate and dedicated. To schedule an appointment with Jameson, please call the clinic directly. minettetherapy@gmail.com (201) 724-5489