Meet Our Counselors

Stacee Paley, LMFT, LLC

Clinical Psychotherapist / Supervisor

Stacee is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with the ability to get to the core issues that are interfering with a client's well-being. She does not simply focus on the presenting conflict, but relies on years of professional experience to dig deeper in order to get to the root of the problem. Whether you need individual, couples or family counseling, Stacee provides highly personalized therapeutic approaches so that each client may attain the personal growth (s)he has been striving for.  Areas of expertise include: 

Gabrielle Nerl, LPC, MSCCP
Individual & Group Counseling

Gabi is a Licensed Professional Counselor with a Master of Science in Clinical & Counseling Psychology from Chestnut Hill College. Though it may seem impossible at times, everyone is capable of change. Therapy can help any person develop a greater sense of self, while enhancing an innate ability to endure and thrive in life. Gabi's work with you will be based on your unique personality and will aim to alleviate symptoms as you work in tandem to understand the roots of the presenting problems. No one is "broken" or in need of "fixing", just in pain and in need of guidance. She has worked primarily with teens and adults struggling with the following issues:

• Low Self Esteem and Negative Body Image
• Unhealthy Relationships with Exercise and Food
• Feeding and Eating Disorders
• Anxiety and Depression
• Intrapersonal/Interpersonal Conflict
• Adoption-Related Concerns
• Self-harm and Suicidal Ideation
• Sleep Disruption and Insomnia

It is Gabi's belief that the relationship between a therapist and her client is the true agent of change, so she works hard to tailor sessions to each client's personality, allowing them to feel safe and comfortable enough to explore. The utilization of creative expression can be incredibly beneficial to the therapeutic process, so exercises in writing, art, and games is common practice in Gabi's office.
"What lies behind us and what lies before us are tiny matters compared to what lies within us" - Ralph Waldo Emerson.

Donna Kane, MA
Individual, Child, and Family Counseling

Donna is an experienced counselor with a Master’s Degree in Counseling Psychology.  She has provided counseling to high school students addressing multiple clinical issues. More recently, Donna has significant experience providing child-centered, family-focused individual and family psychotherapy. She has worked with children and adolescents who have been diagnosed with serious emotional or behavioral disturbances. She uses an eclectic approach with evidence-based interventions such as Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavior Therapy (TF-CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Trust-Based Relational Interventions (TBRI), as well as play therapy. Donna has a true passion for working with children and adolescents who are suffering from an inability to form healthy attachments with their loved ones.  Some of her other clinical areas of focus include, but are not limited to:

• Family and Relationship Issues
• Adoption and Foster Care Related Issues
• Reactive Attachment Disorder
• Adjustment Disorders
• Autism Spectrum and Developmental Disorders
• Depression
• Anxiety
• Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
• Dissociation
• Psychosis
• Past Abuse/Trauma
• Self-Destructive Behaviors

As a mother of four, Donna understands the challenges parents face in today's world. She hopes to empower parents by providing them with practical interventions. Donna aspires to give parents the tools and support that they need to unlock their child's full potential. She offers a comfortable and healing environment for children, adolescents, and families.

Robin Pepe, LPC, MA, MED 

Individual, Couples/Family, and Adolescent Counseling

Jonathan Bento, MA, NCC
Individual Counseling

 

Jonathan is a highly passionate and motivated individual who seeks to provide support and encouragement to those in therapy and treatment. He has been working in the mental health counseling field for several years, gaining experience in a variety of roles, such as being a primary therapist in Willow Grove, PA and a partial care counselor in Trenton, NJ. Jonathan firmly believes that the key to alleviating mental health issues, substance abuse problems, and relationship concerns is to address the underlying issues going on with the individual, which may stem from early on in their lives. He obtained his Bachelor's degree in Psychology from Temple University and his Masters degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from The College of New Jersey.

Jonathan has developed an integrative approach to therapy, which includes particular aspects of an assortment of therapeutic techniques and tools, such as motivational interviewing, utilizing a strengths-based approach, and Narrative therapy. In addition, he encourages mindfulness and meditation practices in order to explore and truly learn about one's self.

Jonathan has considerable experience working with the following:

• Adolescents
• Anxiety
• Depression
• Self-Esteem
• Mindfulness Skills
• Negative Body Image
• Unhealthy Relationships with Exercise and Food
• Relationship Issues
• Sports Counseling

Jonathan is recognized as a Nationally Certified Counselor (NCC) and pre-licensed Professional Counselor with his Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling.

 Megan Breslau, LSW, MSW
Child & Adolescent Counseling

Megan is a pre-licensed Clinical Social Worker with nearly three years experience working with adolescents and their families in an intensive outpatient therapeutic setting. She has been in the mental health field since 2010 in a variety of settings, primarily working with at-risk youth and their families. She has worked with adolescents and individuals with severe emotional and behavioral problems. Megan uses a variety of treatment approaches, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Therapy.

Megan has experience treating individuals suffering from, but not limited to :

• Depression
• Anxiety
• Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
• Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD)
• Self-Injurious Behaviors

Megan works to empower her clients in addressing the personal issues they are facing, and walks this journey with them. She gives her clients the necessary tools to address the issues in their lives, as well as helping to implement these solutions. She provides a safe and comfortable environment for individuals to overcome the obstacles that stand in the way of living a truly happy and authentic life.

Sonia Horwitz, LPC, MS, CAADC, CCS
Individual, Couple & Family Counseling

Sonia has spent the majority of her career working to treat individuals and families affected by substance abuse and co-occurring disorders. She received her Master's Degree in Clinical and Counseling Psychology from Chestnut Hill College and is a Licensed Professional Counselor, a Certified Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor, and a Certified Clinical Supervisor in the state of Pennsylvania. Sonia specializes in addictions and co-occurring disorders, having worked with adolescents and adults struggling with the disease.

Sonia treats a broad range of presenting problems, including:

• Substance Use Disorder
• Codependency Issues
• Family Conflicts
• Depression and Anxiety
• Grief
• Trauma

Sonia strives to help those in crisis, understanding that bumps in the road may seem unmanageable and confusing at times. She believes that therapy is a collaborative relationship in which the therapist and client work together to build fresh coping skills and achieve desired goals. Sonia believes in creating a safe and non-judgmental environment in which clients can explore their own personal pathways to well-being.

Erin Schneider, MA
Individual Therapist

Erin is a pre-licensed professional counselor with a Master of Arts in Clinical Counseling from Centenary University of NJ. She has worked in the mental health field for several years, allowing her to gain diverse experience with various populations and settings. Previously, Erin worked in inpatient settings, partial hospitalization and substance abuse programs, alternative school settings, and outpatient counseling centers. Primarily, Erin has gained experience working with adolescents and adults. Erin utilizes an eclectic approach to counseling, using skills and techniques from several treatment modalities, such as DBT, person-centered therapy, and motivational interviewing.

Erin has experience working with individuals experiencing the following:

• Mood Disorders
• Bipolar
• Anxiety and Depression
• Suicidality
• Self-Injurious Behavior
• Personality Disorder
• ADHD

Erin is currently completing the required clinical hours to become a Licensed Professional Counselor in PA & NJ.

Amanda Sheroff, MS
Individual, Adolescent, and Family Counseling

Amanda is a compassionate and empathetic mental health therapist eager to help instill positive change in others. With extensive experience with children and families for almost a decade, she has worked in  a variety of settings, including private and public schools, non-profit, and outpatient clinics.  She feels that creating a strong therapeutic alliance is the cornerstone of therapy. In addition, having a warm and welcoming environment allows clients to feel comfortable and safe so that they are able to change from the inside out. Amanda uses counseling and therapeutic skills and techniques including person centered, cognitive behavioral, behavioral, family systems,and problem solving therapy to help clients grow to reach their own goals. Amanda graduated from Villanova University with a Master’s Degree in Counseling and is a pre-licensed therapist.

Amanda has vast experience working with the following:

• Adolescents
• Family Conflict
• ADHD
• Anxiety
• Depression
• Friendship/Social Skills
• Self Esteem
• Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

Amber Gordon, MFT, CDM
Individual, Adolescent, and Family Counseling

Amanda is a Licensed Professional Counselor and a Certified Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor.
Amanda graduated from La Salle University in 2011 with a Master's degree in Clinical-Counseling and a
specialty in the field of Addictions. Amanda's passion is treating young adults and adolescents struggling
with substance abuse and eating disorders. She is well trained in addressing co-occurring issues such as
depression, anxiety, impulsivity and behavioral issues, as well as trauma and abuse. Amanda is a strong
believer in engaging families and supports throughout the therapy process as well to increase the chances
of success at home and in the outside world. Her expertise includes treating the following, for both teens
and adults:

• Substance Abuse
• Co-Occurring Disorders
• Eating Disorders
• Anger and Aggression
•  Self-Esteem and Body Image
• Mindfulness Skills
• PTSD/trauma
• ADD/ADHD

Amanda understands that motivational levels for therapy and making changes may vary, so she will take
the time to build a strong, trusting therapeutic relationship to help decrease any resistance or hesitancy
involved. Amanda will offer coping skills and insight to use for significant life changes as well as the
more common day-to-day struggles. She believes that positive thoughts and self-care goes a long way, so
allow Amanda to assist you in building the rewarding and meaningful lifestyle you are looking for.

Please feel free to contact any of our counselors by calling our office at (215) 489-0900.