Staff

Meet our team of professionals ready to help you

We are a multidisciplinary team of licensed clinical social workers, marriage and family therapists, and mental health counselors ready to accompany you on your journey to a brighter tomorrow. We are fully accredited by the National Association of Social Workers, American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy and the American Counseling Association. We look forward to meeting you!


Therapists


Slava Zhuk Therapist

Slava Zhuk

My name is Slava, and I am a Licensed Social Worker with a Master’s degree from Hunter College. I am fluent in English and Ukrainian and have an understanding of European cultures and the assimilation difficulties that so many immigrants go through…

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Lidia Flores-Bush

Hello! My name is Lidia Flores-Bush. I’m a bilingual Licensed Marriage and Family Psychotherapist . I have more than 15 years of clinical experience. My background includes working with survivors of intimate partner violence, ….

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Hilli Foguel

Hi! I believe that everyone deserves a fulfilling and peaceful life, and I am excited to help you achieve just that! As a Licensed Social Worker, I believe clients are the experts of their own lives and that the therapeutic…

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Danielle White

I am a Licensed Social Worker, with a Master of Science in Social Work from Temple University. I have been trained and currently use various therapeutic approaches such as Motivational Interviewing…

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Chrissy Cunningham

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with an MSW degree from New York University working with adults using an approach to therapy that seeks to minimize the power imbalance…

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Nicolle Vera

My name is Nicolle Vera. I am a licensed Social Worker and received my MSW from Adelphi University. I have experience working with individuals experiencing symptoms of depression, anxiety, trauma…

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Remy Schonhaut
Supervisor

I believe in a strong therapeutic relationship where clients feel comfortable and safe to collaboratively develop and work toward their goals. …

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Helen Dwork

Helen Dwork

I am a licensed Social Worker with an MSW from Hunter College. I work from a systems perspective that acknowledge the cumulative impact of diverse factors…

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Amanda Levy

Hello, my name is Amanda Levy and I am a Licensed Social Worker. As a social worker, I am here to listen to my clients and help them discover and process what they are feeling.

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Tricia Forrester

Experienced Marriage and Family Therapist, with a passion for providing quality services to individuals, couples, and families…

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Joseph Cerniglia

Joseph Cerniglia

I am a licensed Social Worker and psychotherapist specializing in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), a mindfulness-based approach. I am passionate about helping people …

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Octavia Jackson

“Hi there! I have my Master’s degree in Mental Health Counseling, and I am honored to be a part of your space and journey. Counseling is a collective journey to improve your overall health and well-being…

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Elizabeth McArdle
Supervisor

My aim is to establish a therapeutic relationship with my clients, to better understand their needs and challenges.

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Elisa Angevin
Supervisor

I have experience in a range of evidence-based models to treat substance abuse, symptoms of trauma and PTSD, difficulties in communication and emotion regulation, anxiety, and depression.

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Micaela Eliot

I am a Licensed Social Worker with a Master’s Degree in Clinical Social Work from Hunter College. I have experience with all age groups working through anxiety, depression, and complex trauma..

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Melinda Romeo
Supervisor and Clinical Coordinator

I feel it is important to build a strong therapeutic relationship so we can work together in finding the tools within one’s self to move towards positive growth and change.

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Aurora Paulino

I am a Licensed Social Worker with a Master’s degree from Fordham University. I am also a Credentialed Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Counselor (CASAC). I’m fluent in Spanish and I have over 7 years of experience working with adults that struggle …

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Julia Levine

Julia Levine

I am a Licensed Social Worker with a Master’s from Hunter College. Prior to my social work career, I worked as an arts administrator and have a background in theatre. I bring my arts experience and my curiosity….

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Andy Gavora

I am a Licensed Social Worker and believe in the power of community, and approach engaging with each of my clients from a holistic, person centered and strength based perspective..

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Jessica Rosenblatt

I am a Licensed Social Worker with my MSW from NYU. I believe that changes or disruptions in family dynamics, marital issues, children, and overall stress from daily life affects us all.

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Mayra Ramirez

“Hello! My name is Mayra Ramirez and I am a Licensed Social Worker. I obtained my Master’s in Social Work from Rutgers University…

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Erika Otero

Erika Otero

My name is Erika and I am happy to be a part of Social Work Counseling Services whose mission aligns with the work that I am passionate about. I have a Master’s degree in Clinical Social Work from Fordham University…

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Office Staff


Maribel Lopez – Office Administrator

I strive to provide a pleasant atmosphere by maintaining an exceedingly functional and efficient office environment here at Social Work Counseling Services.

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Brienna McClarin – Office Assistant/Receptionist

Hello my name is Brienna. Here at Social Work Counseling Services PLLC, I am a part of the office management’s team. I function as the practices’ office assistant/receptionist to provide administrative support to all staff and clients

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