PAMELA PARMELLI, LCSW
Director of Clinical Operations
I’m a licensed clinical social worker with over 15 years of experience working with individuals and families. I take a strengths based, collaborative approach to therapy.
I treat depression, anxiety, trauma and relationship issues. It’s a privilege to do this work and I’ve learned so much from my clients’ inner strength and resilience. As a clinical supervisor I work with clinicians to highlight their particular skills, develop their insight and emphasize ethical, evidenced based service provision.
I’m inspired by clinicians who have a passion for understanding the human condition and who use that knowledge to help people sort through the challenges in their lives.
MARIA NAKHLEH, LCSW
Clinical Supervisor
Maria is a Bilingual Licensed Clinical Social Worker with almost 20 years of experience in psychotherapy. She has worked with both children and adults as well as individuals, groups, and families. Maria has enjoyed working in both clinical and school-based settings. She obtained her NJ School Social Worker Certification in 2016. Maria has trained in various therapeutic approaches, including psychodynamic therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), CBT and mindfulness, as well as trauma-focused CBT and child-centered play therapy. Intensive training in the assessment and treatment of trauma and of perinatal mood and anxiety disorders has been a recent focus of Maria’s practice.
Maria is a dedicated clinical supervisor with a deep commitment to supporting and guiding clinicians in their professional development. With a focus on enhancing knowledge and skills, Maria helps clinicians maintain a high standard of care and service for their clients. Passionate about leveraging individual strengths, she fosters an environment where clinicians can thrive, build confidence, and continuously grow in their practice. Maria’s leadership style emphasizes collaboration, skill-building, and empowerment, ensuring that both clinicians and clients benefit from a holistic and high-quality approach to care.
REBECCA ERPS
Client Services Administrator/Office Manager
Rebecca seamlessly juggles multiple roles and responsibilities, adeptly navigating through various challenges with finesse and precision. Rebecca's ability to maintain composure under pressure while upholding the highest standards of quality is commendable, earning her the trust and respect of colleagues and clients alike.
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Rebecca meticulously orchestrates client interactions, ensuring each interaction is personalized, efficient, and exceeds expectations. Whether it's addressing inquiries, resolving issues, or anticipating needs, she approaches every task with diligence and a customer-centric mindset.
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Rebecca's passion for her work is evident in every interaction, leaving a lasting impression. With Rebecca at the helm, exceptional client service isn't just a goal—it's a standard upheld with unwavering determination and dedication.
SARA BORTOLON, LSW
Team Leader/Therapist
Sara received her masters from Rutgers School of Social Work and holds a License of Social Worker (LSW) in New Jersey. Over the last six years, she has worked with young children, teens, and their parents in settings including school-based programs located in urban districts, inpatient facilities and outpatient practices. In addition to this, she worked with middle-aged adults, specifically the First Responders of 9/11/01 struggling with PTSD and other physical and mental health issues.
Her clinical expertise lies in the treatment of children and adolescents, trauma, anxiety-related disorders as well as depression. This passion for working with youth stems from the complexities of being a first-generation child of Hispanic immigrants, overcoming traumatic events and witnessing first hand the detriment and monetary cost later in life for children growing up with limited access to mental health services.
She is passionate about helping the youth and their families move from surviving emotional turmoil and life problems to thriving with the use of healthy coping strategies and a safe, trusting, and collaborative team approach to treatment. Sara's clients have struggled with behavioral challenges, attention difficulties, low self-esteem, interpersonal issues, mood, anxiety, trauma and life cycle transitions. She has specialized training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), and Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction (MBSR).
Sara is committed to providing a safe space for the LGBTQIA+ community as well as patients from all religions, races, and cultural identities. She is dedicated to continuing her education by attending seminars and workshops.
SARAH SPERDUTO, MA, LAC
Therapist
Sarah received her masters from Rider University of Mental Health Counseling and holds a license of associate (LAC) in New Jersey. As a dedicated mental health professional with over seven years of experience, Sarah specializes in working with children and adolescents to help them navigate the complexities evidence-based practices, primarily Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), tailored to meet the unique needs of each young client.
Sarah believes in creating an open, supportive space where children and families can feel safe to express their thoughts and emotions. Sarah goals are to empower young people with the skills they need to manage challenge, enhance their emotional resilience, and build healthier relationships.
Throughout Sarah's career she has worked with diverse range of issues, including anxiety, depression, behavioral challenges, and family dynamics. Sarah is passionate about collaborating with families to ensure a holistic approach to mental health, fostering a supportive environment both in and outside of our sessions.