< Back Janae Connerly, MHC-LP Licensed Mental Health Counselor Janae Connerly, MHC-LP obtained her master's degree in school counseling and her bachelor's degree from St. John's University. Her therapy practice includes working with young children, teens/adolescents, young adults, adults, and seniors, specializing in depression, anxiety, grief, phobias, and trauma. Janae employs cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and Motivational Interviewing (MI) with clients and uses play therapy for young children. She is also a parent coach, providing support to parents and guardians. Currently, she works with individuals across all age groups, from teenagers to seniors. Clients that work with Janae say that she creates a comfortable atmosphere that allows them to be transparent, heard and identifies a path towards health and clarity. During her experience her clients have also said they feel affirmed and attain the tools to sustain their mental wellness. She continues to be inspired by her clients' transformations. To schedule an appointment, please contact the clinic directly. minettetherapy@gmail.com (201) 724-5489

< Back Bianca Castro, LMSW Licensed Master Social Worker Bianca Castro, LMSW, earned her bachelor's degree in Psychology from Pace University. Bianca works with children, teens and young adults with expertise in treating depression, anxiety/panic/phobias, trauma and anger management through play therapy, individual therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy and dialectical behavioral therapy. The best piece of advice she received is "Faith is daring the soul to go beyond what the eyes can see". Her inspiration in practice with her clients is getting to connect on a personal level and helping others feel heard and seen. I love that my job connects us with people to let them know they are not alone in whatever they are dealing with. To schedule an appointment with Bianca, please contact the clinic directly. minettetherapy@gmail.com (201) 724-5489

< Back Kelly DeLeon, LMSW Licensed Master Social Worker Kelly Deleon, LMSW, Limited Permit Kelly earned her master’s degree in social work from Lehman College, CUNY. She has experience working with teens and adults. Her specialties include working with adolescents, as well as supporting clients experiencing depression, anxiety/panic/phobias, and trauma. Kelly utilizes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Motivational Interviewing (MI) to help clients build insight, develop coping skills, and create meaningful, lasting change. Kelly believes that “Individuals respond based on their own unique experiences. By staying mindful of this, you can build stronger connections and make meaningful progress with your clients.” She finds deep fulfillment in witnessing her clients’ growth and resilience, and feels honored to support them as they navigate challenges and move toward healing. Those who know her describe her as compassionate, thoughtful, and a great listener, creating a safe and supportive space for those she works with. Kelly is bilingual and fluent in Spanish. To schedule an appointment with Kelly, please contact the clinic directly.

< Back Mary-Kay Kallergis, LMSW Licensed Master Social Worker Mary‑Kay Kallergis, LMSW is a warm, compassionate therapist who supports clients across the lifespan—from young children and teens to adults and older adults. She has extensive experience working with individuals on the autism spectrum, especially older elementary‑aged children through adulthood, helping them reduce anxiety, strengthen emotional regulation, and build meaningful social and communication skills. Mary‑Kay also works with clients navigating ADHD, anger management, trauma, and eating or weight‑related concerns. Mary‑Kay brings a uniquely rich blend of clinical training and holistic approaches to her work. She is skilled in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), psychospiritual psychotherapy, and holistic therapies, and incorporates play therapy when working with children. Her educational background includes a Master’s in Social Work from Fordham University, dual certification in General and Special Education from Mercy College, and a Master’s in School Psychology. She is also a certified Holistic Health Coach through the Institute for Integrative Nutrition and a Certified Shamanic Reiki Master Teacher. Currently, she is expanding her expertise by studying Art Therapy and Naturopathic Practice. Clients describe Mary‑Kay as loving, kind, trustworthy, and deeply committed to their healing. She is motivated by witnessing her clients grow, gain confidence, and become more independent in their emotional journeys. Fluent in Greek, she is able to connect with diverse communities and provide culturally responsive, inclusive care. To schedule an appointment with Mary‑Kay, please get in touch with the clinic directly. minettetherapy@gmail.com (201) 724-5489

< Back Eliana Porush, LMSW Licensed Master Social Worker Eliana Porush holds a license as a Master Social Worker. She obtained her master's degree in Clinical Social Work from the Wurzweiler School of Social Work and a bachelor's degree in Psychology from Touro University. Her expertise lies in offering therapy to children, teens/adolescents, and young adults with a focus on treating depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, self-harm, and phobias. Eliana primarily uses Internal Family Systems (IFS) and a relational approach, meeting clients where they are and seeing them with respect and dignity. She also incorporates aspects of Somatic Experiencing (SE), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) into her work. ● Internal Family Systems (IFS): Helps individuals understand and heal different sub-personalities or "parts" within their mind, particularly those wounded by trauma. ● Relational Trauma Therapy: Focuses on healing trauma from relationships, improving how individuals relate to themselves and others. ● Somatic Experiencing (SE): A body-focused therapy that processes and releases trauma stored in the body, restoring natural self-regulation. She expressed, "I enjoy working with my clients. I see them as courageous and am inspired by their determination to heal, even when it's challenging. She mentions the most valuable advice she has received: "Embrace discomfort.” Feeling uncomfortable is alright. That's where growth happens. To schedule an appointment with Eliana, please contact the clinic directly at the email or phone number below. minettetherapy@gmail.com (201) 724-5489

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Clinical Supervision with Madeline and Mary Get In Touch Our Approach We support your growth Minette Psychotherapy’s clinical leadership provides regular guidance and oversight for staff. Clinical supervision is provided to our clinical staff and student interns in an individual and group modality. Attention is given to ongoing care as well as emerging client problems, consistent with our philosophy to promote Culturally humble and Evidence-Based Practices. Minette Psychotherapy is fully committed to offering clinical staff and interns a supervisory experience comprised of interest, empathy, acceptance, and openness from the supervisor. Staff and students are made to feel comfortable in our learning and teaching environment. At Minette Psychotherapy the supervisory process is one where the supervisor will help the staff to integrate their clinical training, experiences, resources and inner strengths to achieve the highest standards of effective clinical practice. Minette Psychotherapy offers hybrid 21 hour/week internships that include both remote and in-person hours. All interns are required to attend in-person hours at our office on either Tuesdays or Wednesdays between the hours of 10:00AM to 6:30 PM. Professional Development Mentorship doesn't always come with a title — sometimes it shows up as a Madrina. Minette co-founder Madeline Maldonado, LCSW-R joins The Latinx/e in Social Work Podcast alongside Erica P. Sandoval, LCSW-R, Elizabeth Amadiz, MSW to explore what it truly takes to find, nurture, and become a mentor within your professional community. A candid conversation about building belonging in social work, one organic relationship at a time. Premium Upgrade Required Please upgrade to Premium plan to remove the watermark and access Spotify widget settings In this episode of Therapist Voices @ ReachLink, we speak with Madeline Maldonado, LCSW-R, President and Founder of Minette Psychotherapy Services and Executive Director of the Minnette Foundation, about the realities of building a private practice, the gaps in graduate training, and what it truly takes to succeed as both a clinician and a business owner. Madeline shares her journey from an early passion for helping others to pivoting from engineering into social work, and how her early experiences in community mental health—particularly during times of crisis—shaped her clinical identity. We explore the “bootcamp” nature of community clinics, the importance of supervision and diagnostic confidence, and why many therapists underestimate the demands of running a practice. Finally, we discuss her vision behind the Minette ecosystem, expanding mental health beyond therapy rooms into community impact, and creating a pipeline of confident, well-trained clinicians ready to meet growing demand. Field Instruction Field Supervision Internship Opportunities at Minette Get In Touch Refer a client to Minette LCSW Psychotherapy To complete a referral, click on the PDF link below. Please contact us, if you have additional questions about our referral process.

Clinician Apply Now New York, NY, USA Job Type Full Time Requirements RESPONSIBILITIES : Participates in the intake process to obtain information relevant to formulating a psychosocial evaluation and treatment plan goals. Provides individual, group, couples and family psychotherapy to a caseload of clients. Caseload is comprised of multicultural clients ages 4 thru end of life with varying DSM-5 diagnoses and presenting with a range of clinical symptoms and behaviors. Implements the treatment plan by providing psychotherapy interventions. Leads psychotherapy groups of up to 12 clients/members. Makes referrals to outside agencies/providers and community resources as appropriate for the clients. Collaborates with outside professionals for the purpose of client care coordination, when appropriate. Plans for client’s discharge from the clinic and/or aftercare. Maintains appropriate case records on the electronic health record (EHR) and prepares other letters and reports as required. Reports to the “State Central Registry of Child Abuse & Neglect” all cases of suspected child abuse or neglect. Maintains consistent communication with the clinical supervisor, leadership team and other staff via use of technology (emails, voicemails). Attends clinical supervision meetings weekly and as scheduled. Confers and consults with the clinical supervisor regarding ongoing care as well as emerging client problems. Attends staff development trainings and workshops. Attends staff meetings. Other duties as assigned. REQUIREMENTS: NYS Licensed Social Worker (LCSW or LMSW), Psychologist, Mental Health Counselor (LMHC), or Marriage & Family Therapist (LMFT). NYS Limited Permit in the above disciplines will be considered, contingent upon staff accruing clinical hours for licensure. Knowledge working with mental illness in children, adolescents, and the adult population. Electronic Health Record experience. Comfort in using Microsoft Word, Email, Internet, and typing of documents. Bilingual in Spanish is a plus. Knowledge of developmental delays and disabilities in children and adolescents is a plus. SKILLS: Ability to provide psychotherapy and/or crisis services to clients in need of mental health services. Responsible, organized, and efficient. Able to work independently to meet deadlines and complete tasks. Ability to perform in a team approach and accomplish multiple assignments. Ability to communicate effectively in writing and verbally, and to listen actively. Community minded, patient, creative, flexible, compassionate, and culturally sensitive to mulicultural clients who are diagnosed with a mental illness Ability to deal tactfully and diplomatically with other Minette Psychotherapy staff members, outside professionals, clients, Federal, State, and City officials, and the general public. REPORTING: Reports to the assigned Clinical Supervisor Accountable to Mary Taveras-Garcia, LCSW-R and Madeline Maldonado, LCSW-R on matters of documentation, adherence to Minette Psychotherapy policies and procedures, and client complaints. Download Application To apply, please download and complete the employment application. Email completed applications and CV or Resume to: minettetherapy@gmail.com 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. Application

< Back Jesus Ortiz, MSW Intern Clinical Social Work Intern Jesus Ortiz is a bilingual clinical social work intern currently pursuing his Master’s in Social Work at Long Island University. A proud New York native, Jesus brings deep empathy and a strong commitment to supporting individuals on their mental health journeys. Before transitioning into clinical work, Jesus served as a middle school counselor with the Department of Education, where he developed a passion for one-on-one support and advocacy. He is now excited to be deepening his clinical skills at Minette Psychotherapy, where he strives to create a safe, supportive space for clients to not only live—but truly thrive. Jesus is especially passionate about expanding access to mental health care in underserved communities. He envisions opening his own practice in the future to serve the city's most vulnerable populations with dignity and care. He holds an Associate Degree in Liberal Arts from the Borough of Manhattan Community College (CUNY) and a Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work from Lehman College (CUNY). He currently lives in The Bronx with his mother and their two dogs, Nyla and Oreo. If you would like to schedule an appointment with Jesus, please contact the clinic directly for assistance. Jesús Ortiz es un pasante bilingüe de trabajo social clínico que actualmente cursa su Maestría en Trabajo Social en Long Island University. Como nativo de Nueva York, está deseoso de ayudar a quienes buscan un oyente compasivo. Con experiencia como consejero escolar de nivel intermedio en el Departamento de Educación, está entusiasmado por hacer la transición a un rol clínico en Minette Psychotherapy. Está comprometido a ayudar a las personas no solo a vivir, sino a prosperar. Le apasiona hacer que los servicios de salud mental sean accesibles para una audiencia amplia y aspira a abrir su propia práctica para servir a las comunidades desfavorecidas de la ciudad. Jesús obtuvo un título de Asociado en Artes Liberales del Borough of Manhattan Community College (CUNY) y una Licenciatura en Trabajo Social de Lehman College (CUNY). Reside en el Bronx, donde cuida de su madre y de sus dos perros, Nyla y Oreo. Si desea programar una cita con Jesús, por favor comuníquese directamente con la clínica para recibir asistencia. minettetherapy@gmail.com (201) 724-5489

< Back Elizabeth Conde, LMSW- SIFI Licensed Master Social Work, SIFI Elizabeth Conde, LMSW-SIFI earned her master's degree in social work from Adelphi University and her bachelor's degree in social work from Rutgers University. Her expertise includes therapy with adolescence, depression, trauma, anxiety/panic/phobias, domestic violence, immigrants/acculturation and anger management. She also provides families with parent coaching to support with parenting strategies and support. She is skilled in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). Elizabeth is fully fluent in both English and Spanish languages. She says in another life she's pretty sure she was a philanthropist. She finds inspiration in seeing growth in individuals she works with and achieving their goals. Her family/friends and coworkers describe her as being loyal, funny giving, empathetic and loving. She is caring and hardworking. She describes herself as being a good listener that is engaging and knowledgable. To schedule an appointment with Elizabeth, please contact the clinic directly. Elizabeth Conde, LMSW-SIFI, obtuvo su maestría en Trabajo Social en Adelphi University y su licenciatura en Trabajo Social en Rutgers University. Tiene experiencia trabajando con adolescentes, depresión, trauma, ansiedad/pánico/fobias, violencia doméstica, inmigrantes/procesos de aculturación y manejo de la ira. También ofrece coaching para padres, ayudando a las familias con estrategias de crianza y apoyo emocional. Está entrenada en Terapia Cognitivo-Conductual (CBT). Elizabeth domina completamente tanto el inglés como el español. Ella dice que, en otra vida, está casi segura de que fue una filántropa. Encuentra inspiración al ver el crecimiento personal de las personas con las que trabaja y cómo alcanzan sus metas. Su familia, amistades y compañeros de trabajo la describen como leal, graciosa, generosa, empática y amorosa. Es una persona muy dedicada y trabajadora. Ella misma se describe como una buena oyente, que conecta con los demás y tiene sólidos conocimientos en su área. Para agendar una cita con Elizabeth, por favor comunícate directamente con la clínica. minettetherapy@gmail.com (201) 724-5489

< Back Eleana Leiva, MHC Intern Mental Health Counseling Intern Eleana Leiva is a School Counselor and a Board Certified Christian Counselor who is currently a mental health counseling intern at New York Institute of Technology Advance Certification Program with a strong passion for whole-person development, emotional wellness, and purposeful living. Her background includes extensive work with children, teens, and adults across various settings, and I specialize in personal development, trauma-informed care, crisis intervention, social-emotional learning, and faith-based counseling. As a Board Certified Christian Counselor, Eleana integrates spiritual and emotional alignment for clients who desire a faith-centered approach, while also providing evidence-based therapies such as CBT, SFT, motivational interviewing, play therapy, and parent coaching. Eleana holds an M.S. Master of Science in School Counseling from Mercy College. She is a Board Certified Christian Counselor BCCC, from National Association of Christian Counselors. She is choosing to pursue clinical counseling because she never wants to be limited in how she support people. Her goal is to offer the highest level of care - care that meets clients where they are, honors their story, and helps them grow into the strongest, clearest, and most aligned version of themselves. Helping people heal and develop is not just her work; it’s her calling. To schedule an appointment with Eleana, known for her expertise and dedication to patient care, please reach out to the clinic directly at (201) 724-5489. When you call, you will be greeted by our friendly reception staff, who are available to assist you in finding a suitable time for your visit. They can provide you with information regarding Eleana's availability, the services she offers, and any specific preparations you may need to consider before your appointment. Additionally, if you have any questions about the clinic's policies, insurance acceptance, or the types of treatments available, the reception team will be more than happy to help clarify those details for you. We encourage you to call during our business hours for the most efficient service, and we look forward to welcoming you to our clinic soon.

< Back Shelly Browne, MHC-LP Mental Health Counselor Shelly Browne is a school counselor, community advocate, speaker/host, and creative coordinator who is dedicated to revolutionizing mental health counseling through culturally competent practices. With extensive experience in administration and management within healthcare and afterschool programs, Shelly is devoted to driving systemic change and inspiring resilience in the communities she serves and educates. As a skilled clinician, she specializes in working with young and older adults, focusing on treating depression, conducting individual and group therapy for adolescents, and employing cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and motivational interviewing with her clients. Shelly has led initiatives focused on the well-being of young individuals. At Andries Hudde I.S. 240 & CAMBA, she conducts wellness workshops for underrepresented students and adults in the Flatbush and Sheepshead Bay areas. She authored a podcast journal for those interested in the podcasting industry. Shelly has also participated in speaking engagements about community wellness. Shelly intends to pursue a career in counseling and leadership to establish a small practice for the community. If you would like to schedule an appointment with Shelly, please contact the clinic directly and one of our staff members will assist you. Thank you. minettetherapy@gmail.com (201) 274-5489