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Clinical Staff Contact Information
Alison Dwyer, RN, MSN, CNS Contact: 401- 644-3142
Alison is a board certified advanced practice psychiatric nurse specialist who served as a fellow with Harvard-Vanguard Medical Associates where she conducted individual, couples and family therapy as well as receiving medication management supervision with Harvard trained physicians. She is a gifted medical professional who has been serving in the healthcare field for 20 years. Her areas of specialty are working with adults recovering from trauma, depression and anxiety as well assisting people with grief and transitional life issues. She has extensive experience working with adults dealing with OCD and substance abuse issues. She is a maternal child and health nurse with 20 year history working in labor and delivery and women’s health and has instructed nursing students for the past 10 years. Her healthcare experience has broadened her understanding of the importance of addressing client’s needs from emotional, physical and spiritual levels to promote wellness. She is a health advocate who has worked to develop and implement several health care initiatives at the state level which have enabled children, teens and families obtain better healthcare and nutritional services to improve the quality of life. Insurances accepted: BCBS, PPO United Behavioral Health.
Tammy L. Garceau, LICSW, CIMI
The Center for Counseling and Wellness, LLC. 3285 South County Trail, Suite 2B East Greenwich, RI Contact: 401- 282-9502
Tammy is a graduate of Boston College School of Social Work, and is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker. Tammy is skilled in treating depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, divorce and loss issues, post-partum depression and attachment challenges, as well as behavioral concerns in children and adolescents. She is a Level I and II Certified EMDR Therapist and a Certified Infant Massage Instructor. In addition to private practice, Ms. Garceau gained experience as a public school social worker, the Clinical Supervisor for a day treatment program for emotionally and behaviorally challenged populations, as well as a Mental Health Manager for an Early Head Start and Head Start program. Tammy is an active member of The National Association of Social Workers, and was a presenter at the 2004 NASW Convention. She served on The Board of Directors for The RI Association for Infant Mental Health, and presented in December of 2005 at The New England Head Start Annual Conference. As a member of For Our Children Under Six Task Force, she was awarded The Carol Prendergast Award in May 2006. Tammy utilizes a strength-based, cognitive-behavioral approach to her practice. She believes in developing positive, trusting, and productive counseling relationships with her clients, as they strive to reach their personal goals and overall wellness. Tammy accepts Blue Cross, United Health, Neighborhood Health, and Tufts (Out of Network) Health Insurance programs. Private pay and sliding scale also available. In addition to being a co-founder of Partners For Wellness, Inc., Tammy is the Clinical Director of Counseling For Wellness, Inc. Tammy can be reached via email at: tammy@counselingforwellnessri.com or by visiting www.counselingforwellnessri.com.
Tricia Youngs, LMHC
Reflections For Healing
1130 Ten Rod Road, D-304, North Kingstown, RI Contact: 401- 219-9400 or www.triciayoungs.com
Tricia received her Masters Degree in Mental Health from New York Institute of Technology and is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in Rhode Island and Florida. She is EMDR Level II Certified, and has been trained by the Mind / Body Medical Institute at Harvard Medical School.
She has diverse professional experience working with adults in a variety of clinical settings including inpatient and outpatient mental health and substance abuse programs and one of the country’s leading sexual assault treatment centers. She has successfully treated individuals dealing with depression, anxiety, eating disorders, substance abuse issues, relationship, grief and transitional issues. She has extensive experience and training helping individuals resolve the lasting effects of trauma and abandonment. Prior to her work as a therapist, Tricia spent several years in the corporate world of sales, marketing and management. “My corporate and hospital experience has been valuable to me and my clients because I have first - hand knowledge of the corporate work environment and the particular dynamics which often present in the workplace.” Insurances accepted: BCBS, United Behavioral Health, Tufts.
Wendy Boivin, LMFT
The Center for Counseling and Wellness, LLC. 3285 South County Trail, Suite 2B East Greenwich, RI Contact: 401- 742-0861 or 398 - 8944 Ext 1
Wendy is a licensed marriage and family therapist in Rhode Island and Connecticut. She received her bachelor and Masters' Degrees from The University of Rhode Island. She received her Life Coaching Certificate from Mentor Coach. She is a clinical member of the American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy and is an AAMFT approved supervisor in training. In addition to providing counseling and life coaching services, Wendy also teaches at the University of Rhode Island. She serves as the Clinical Coordinator of Ledyard Youth Services in Ledyard CT and provides school based services for students in grades 1-12. Wendy has created and facilitated several programs including Couples & Money, Parenting Teens, Helping Your Children Cope with Divorce, the 7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens, Children of Divorce and Separation, Children of Military Families, and more. Wendy is passionate about Counseling and Life Coaching to work with clients achieve their desired goals. Insurances accepted: BCBS, Tri- Care Standard.
Carol Chevalier
The Center for Counseling and Wellness, LLC. 3285 South County Trail, Suite 2B East Greenwich, RI Contact: 401-440-2882 or 398-8944 Ext 4
Gina Digati, RN, MSN, PCNS-BC:
The Center for Counseling and Wellness, LLC. 3285 South County Trail, Suite 2B East Greenwich, RI
Contact: 401-477-4681
Yolanda Gabrielle, MA, LICSW
The Center for Counseling and Wellness, LLC. 3285 South County Trail, Suite 2B East Greenwich, RI
Contact: 401- 398-8944 Ext 9 or 965-3055
Yolanda is a graduate of Simmons College, Boston, Ma and a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker. Yolanda specializes in the treatment of depression, post partum depression, anxiety, interpersonal relationship difficulties, life transitions, co-dependency, and stress management. She has expertise in working with couples as well as individual s; serving older adolescents and adults. Yolanda has also worked in various clinical settings including inpatient, partial hospital and outpatient mental health. In her present practice, Yolanda uses both cognitive-behavioral and interpersonal therapy approaches in the treatment of adults (men and women) and families. Yolanda's clients are diverse -- some are involved in difficult relationships with family, spouses or loved ones. Some are women and couples who are struggling with perinatal depression. Some are people with fears and concerns that may be rooted in a difficult childhood and interferes with their personal and professional lives. And some are people who simply want an objective voice to help them toward a better sense of who they are and who they want to be. Yolanda is caring, genuine and very easy to talk to, in a comfortable and confidential setting. Insurances accepted are Blue Cross, Blue Chip, United Health, Cigna and Tufts. Private pay and sliding scale also available.
Susie Gurfein,
1130 Ten Rod Road, D304
North Kingstown, RI 02852 Contact: 401- 965-7136
Jessyca Katz, LICSW, CCDP
1130 Ten Rod Road, D-304
North Kingstown, RI 02852 Contact: 401-525-6579
Jessyca has 20 years experience helping individuals cope with a variety of mental health and addiction issues including anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, life transitions, trauma, and eating disorders. Jessyca has worked as a Clinician, a Clinical Supervisor, and a Director in a variety of community mental health outpatient settings in Greater Boston and Rhode Island. She provides individual therapy services, as well as couples and family therapy, for both adults and adolescents. Jessyca believes deeply in the importance of creating a safe and trusting environment for her clients. Her therapeutic approach emphasizes compassion, authenticity and creativity. Jessyca holds a Master’s Degree from Boston College School of Social Work and practices as a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker and an Internationally Certified Co-occurring Disorders Professional Diplomate. Insurances and private pay accepted.
Jenn Pontillo, M.A., LMHC
The Center for Counseling and Wellness, LLC. 3285 South County Trail, Suite 2B East Greenwich, RI Contact: 401- 398-8944 Ext. 5 or 508-369-3030
Jenn is a graduate of Lesley University and a Licensed Mental Health Counselor. Her practice is comprised of adults, adolescents and children for individual and family therapy. She works with client’s experiencing difficulties with depression, anxiety, behavior and mood disorders. Jenn specializes in working with adolescents and children. Jenn supports clients in honest, direct, empathetic and encouraging ways to identify and create opportunities to improve their approach to life and their well-being. Prior to becoming a mental health counselor, Jenn’s professional experience was in higher education as an Assistant Director for Undergraduate Admission at Bentley University. Previous counseling experience includes within schools, agencies, juvenile justice systems and as a high school Guidance Counselor in Newton, MA. Insurance’s accepted include Blue Cross Blue Shield, United Health, Tufts and Neighborhood health plans. Private pay and sliding scale are also available.
Nutritional Services
Audrey Hall, LDN
The Center for Counseling and Wellness, LLC. 3285 South County Trail, Suite 2B East Greenwich, RI
Contact: 401-595-2879
Audrey is a graduate of the University of Rhode Island, and a Licensed Dietitian/ Nutritionist for the State of Rhode Island. Audrey is skilled in developing diets tailored specifically to your needs. In addition to developing personal programs for individuals, Audrey gained experience as a Women, Infant & Children’s Program coordinator where she developed therapeutic diets, provided nutritional education classes for the local schools, coordinated nutrition services for the Diabetes clinic, designing prenatal programs, and weight reduction programs. Audrey also acted as a liaison with the Department of Health. Audrey utilizes a personal and enthusiastic approach to her practice. Clients, individual or group, are given tools designed for them that will increase nutritional knowledge. Audrey also stresses that a successful program involves mind, body and soul. Audrey currently accepts Blue Cross. Private pay and sliding scale also available.
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