About Us

“Life can present hurdles, big and small.  As a clinical social worker, I believe people can grow and overcome life’s challenges. I am dedicated to providing effective, strength-based counseling in a safe, nurturing environment to help others achieve their goals and live their best life!”

Stephanie achieved a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology (1990) from Providence College and a Master of Social Work degree (2000) from Boston University.  She has worked as a home-based clinician in community mental health, a school social worker, and a clinical social worker as well as director in private practice.  She has also worked as an adjunct professor of social work at Simmons College, Westfield State University, and Eastern Connecticut State University.  She currently holds a license to practice in both Massachusetts and Rhode Island.

Stephanie currently works with adults, couples and adolescents with challenges in the following areas: anxiety, depression, grief/loss, adoption, divorce, financial stress, job loss, general life transactions, trauma, ADHD, family conflict, relationship struggles, self esteem, and anger management. 

Stephanie uses an eclectic approach to therapy, which includes Dialectical Behavioral, Cognitive Behavioral, Narrative, Motivational Interviewing, and client focused modalities.

“We are all born full of love, strengths and hopes.  Through the hurt, pain and sometimes trauma of life experiences we lose sight of our hope. We forget that we are worthy of love, respect and peace of mind to heal, grow and develop skills to achieve your personal goals and live your best life now.”

Judy graduated in 1989 with a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Worcester State College and in 1992 with a Master’s degree in Social Work from the University of Connecticut. She has her independent clinical license in MA and CT.  Judy worked as a senior clinician of a child guidance clinic working with children, teens, parents, families and groups.  She has also worked as a medical social worker and part of a multi disciplinary team to develop and implement a home-based autism program.

Judy has experience with people across the developmental spectrum from children to elders.  She works with people who are experiencing depression, anxiety, trauma, grief and loss, addiction, codependency and adjustment to life transitions.  She is trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, also with a trauma focus, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative, Mindfulness, positive and strength based approaches and the 12 step theoretical framework.  She believes in the importance of the relationship between therapist and client as the foundation of all treatment modalities.

'As the first person people usually see as they walk through the door, I strive to make them feel welcome and comfortable as they begin their therapeutic journey.”

Shirley has many years of administrative work under her belt and is very organized, personable and helpful. Shirley helps both current and perspective clients with their questions and concerns regarding insurance, billing and other logistical matters.

Shirley is responsible for all administrative tasks, insurance and billing, as well as, organizing staff training and meetings. In addition, she is available to help with scheduling and other patient requests.