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Kari N Novak, LMSW

As a Licensed Master Clinical Social Worker, I work collaboratively with individuals, couples, and families navigating life's challenges. Whether you're feeling overwhelmed by anxiety or depression, processing trauma, working through relationship concerns, adjusting to life transitions, managing anger, or coping with grief and loss, therapy can offer a supportive place to slow down, gain insight, and build meaningful change. Together, we'll explore patterns, strengthen coping skills, and work toward goals that feel authentic and achievable for you.

My approach is strengths-based and empowering, helping clients recognize their resilience while developing practical tools for everyday life. I draw from several evidence-based approaches, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, EMDR, Habit Reversal Therapy (HRT) and Comprehensive Behavioral Intervention for Tics (CBIT). By tailoring therapy to your needs, we can find strategies that truly support your growth and well-being.

I welcome clients from all walks of life and believe that everyone deserves a space where they feel heard, respected, and supported. If you're considering therapy—or simply curious about how it might help—I invite you to reach out. Taking that first step can open the door to healing, clarity, and a more balanced life.

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Allison Gorton, LMSW

Taking steps to begin therapy can be incredibly difficult, and I am so happy you have made it this far. I am passionate about empowering others to make the positive changes they want to see in their lives. I aim to provide my clients with an environment in which they feel comfortable and safe to process through whatever is troubling them related to anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, relationship issues, and more. I also provide Comprehensive Behavioral Intervention for Tics (CBIT) for children and adults.

Drawing from a variety of evidence-based practices such as Motivational Interviewing and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, I will work with you from a strengths-based approach to help you set your own goals and make progress toward them. I believe mindfulness practices are especially helpful for us to identify and accept our own feelings, as well as improve our communication with others.

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Angie Wall, LLMSW

Life can be hard at times, and often very unpredictable. We may find ourselves not equipped with the tools we need to process all of life's challenges, or we may just need safe space to talk through the issues that arise. I believe in creating a collaborative space where my clients feel safe, secure and not judged to explore areas and skills to help you live your best life.

As a clinical social worker, I work with adolescents, adults, families and couples. My experience and training have been helping clients to deal with trauma, anxiety, grief, life transitions, chronic illness, caregiver fatigue, self-esteem and depression issues. I also provide Comprehensive Behavioral Intervention for TICs (CBIT) therapy. I take a holistic approach looking at each individual and the many systems that make us who we are. I incorporate several techniques through CBT, Motivational Interviewing, DBT, Family Systems, Solution Focused and Strength Based therapies to look at each individual as a whole.

Therapy is a gift we give ourselves, and I want to applaud you for taking time for you and your needs. Together, we can work on any past or current issues that are holding you back in your own life. I would be honored to take this step of your journey with you.

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Alexandria Bacarella, LLMSW

As a therapist, I aim to create a safe and nonjudgmental space where all my clients feel comfortable freely sharing and being their authentic self.

I view everyone from a strengths-based and person-centered perspective. In our sessions, we will collaborate to develop therapeutic goals and works towards creating manageable steps to get there. Through this process, we will work on building coping skills and identifying ways to manage symptoms. I hope to empower you to pursue a life that is fulfilling and mentally healthy for you.

I have experience working with a variety of symptoms stemming from depression, anxiety, substance use, ADHD, low self-esteem, and life changes. I utilize evidence-based techniques, including CBT, motivational interviewing, mindfulness, and CBIT. I am LGBTQIA+ friendly and gender affirming.

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Israa Elsherif, LLMSW

As a clinical social worker, my goal is to create a welcoming and supportive environment in my office where you feel heard and valued. I recognize that seeking therapy can be challenging, and I strive to make it a comfortable space for you to discuss your difficulties and life experiences.

Adopting a person-centered approach, I am committed to collaborating with you to set goals that align with your individual needs. I also integrate cultural sensitivity into my practice to ensure that differences are respected and accommodated, aiming to provide the most effective treatment. I have experience working with children, adolescents, and adults on a range of issues including depression, anxiety, and life transitions.

I use evidence-based practices such as cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, mindfulness-based cognitive therapy, and family systems therapy. I am also trained in Comprehensive Behavioral Intervention for Tics (CBIT). I look forward to partnering with you to identify your current challenges and develop therapeutic goals that support your overall well-being.

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Katie Kyzar, LLMSW

I'm passionate about working with those who feel stuck due to anxiety, depression, emotional overwhelm, mood difficulties and relationship challenges. Many of the people I work with are deeply feeling individuals who need support in managing emotions, setting boundaries, building self-confidence and navigating relationships or traumatic experiences.

My clients come to therapy looking for clarity, coping strategies, and personal growth. Together, we can work on recognizing and shifting negative thought patterns and developing tools to regulate emotions and tolerate distress.

I draw on techniques from CBT, DBT, and other evidence-based approaches to meet my clients where they are. I'm also specifically trained in Comprehensive Behavioral Intervention for Tics (CBIT). Client goals vary, but often include: Gaining emotional regulation skills, reducing anxiety & depressive symptoms, improving communication & relationships, developing self-compassion & confidence, and healing from past wounds or trauma. I am LGBTQIA+ friendly and gender affirming.

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Daria Lenderman, LLMSW

Through therapy, I aim to cultivate a warm, nonjudgmental space for clients to explore their unique experiences, challenges, and growth processes. My practice as a clinical social worker blends social systems-perspectives with a person-centered therapeutic approach.

Therapy can be a great way to develop skills and tools to build a stronger foundation for everyday wellbeing. My personal practice integrates evidence-based therapies such as Motivational Interviewing, CBT, DBT, and trauma-sensitive Mindfulness. I take a collaborative, strengths-based approach with clients to address depression, anxiety, stress, neurodiversity, trauma, grief, substance use, relationship challenges, life-transitions, and other complexities of life.

A safe, reliable, and open therapeutic environment to process thoughts, feelings, and experiences can support meaningful change and help you reach goals. I welcome clients of all backgrounds and identities, including all genders, sexualities, and relationship orientations. With compassion and humility, I look forward to working together throughout your personal therapeutic journey.

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