Darren M. Waterhouse, MS, LPC

Darren Waterhouse is a dedicated disciple with nearly 32 years of experience and has been a therapist for approximately 10-12 years. Over the years, he has worked with a wide range of populations, providing counseling to individuals from ages 8 to 80. Darren has helped people navigate various challenges, including substance abuse, methadone treatment, personality disorders, schizophrenia, depression, anxiety, and many other mental health concerns.

In addition to his professional experience, Darren has specialized in helping individuals cope with the emotional difficulties that accompany chronic illness and other medical conditions, drawing on both his training and personal life experiences. Currently, he serves as a Christian therapist, using his skills to support others in their spiritual and emotional journeys.

Within his church, Darren plays an active role by leading a married ministry group, guiding the teen ministry, and occasionally assisting with a Unity Group. His passion lies in working with youth and families, both in his church community and the broader community. Beyond his therapeutic and church work, Darren also volunteers in his town, holding two board positions and chairing a committee.

Darren’s ultimate goal is to help as many people as possible not only strengthen their relationship with God but also find peace and well-being in their mind, soul, and body.

 

*With Darren being based in Connecticut, he can accept the following insurances: Tufts, Wellsense, Fallon, Harvard Pilgrim, OPTUM, Cigna, Aetna, Tricare, VACCN*

Day’sha Ramsey, MS LMHC

Day’sha Ramsey is a licensed mental health counselor that has been practicing for over 7 years with extensive training in working with children and families. She is certified in Trauma Focused-Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Collaborative Assessment and Management of Suicidality, and is adding on certifications in Christian based Therapy.

Additionally, Day’sha looks forward to the advancement of society and human growth and development. She is a continuous learner and strives to be proficient and productive in every endeavor. She believes in healing through God, therapeutic intervention, and self- care. Day’sha is always happy to carefully utilize and cherish our precious commodity of time.

Victoria A. Salal, MSW, LICSW

Victoria completed the Advanced Standing Master’s Degree Program in 2001 from Springfield College. She received her degree in the field of social work. She went on to obtain a Post Master’s Certificate in Advanced Practice with Children and Adolescents in 2009 from Springfield College.

Victoria also became certified as a Certified Batterer’s Intervention Counselor in 1997 and facilitated groups until 2000 at the Gandara Mental Health Center.

She has also received licensure from the National Christian Counselors Association as a Licensed Clinical Pastoral Counselor. In addition, she was licensed as a Minister from New Creation Discipleship Ministry in Springfield, Massachusetts.

Victoria currently works full-time for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts at the Department of Children and Families as an Ongoing Supervisor. She has worked for the Department for over 23 years where she works with a focus on ensuring safety for children, building and strengthening the family unit, as well as assisting foster parents as they work to provide a safe space for children affected by trauma.

She has done outpatient therapy work through the Community Services Institute and completed her student internship at Rebecca Johnson School as a School Adjustment Counselor. Victoria was also employed at the Big Brothers and Big Sister Agency assessing the needs of children and screening volunteers who serviced them.
Victoria has a passion for working with individuals who have struggle with co-dependency, trauma, domestic violence issues, and childhood related trauma.

She is a mother of two adult daughters and a proud grandmother of five grandchildren. She is a devoted wife, a stepmother to four adults and step-grandmother to step-grandmother to eight children. She loves to read and enjoys writing.

Flava LaFern Galbreath, LICSW, MSW, CGP

Flava is an “out-of-the-box” therapist who identifies as a human being with a passion to spur along the growth/change process in small sustainable increments with her love of the outdoors and animals for anyone who may not be noticed/valued. Her Hoosier roots show strengths of authenticity, unconditional support and flexibility.

With experiences at an opiate treatment center, in-home family therapy and telehealth support, Flava balances therapy with longtime careers in refereeing women’s lacrosse, basketball and field hockey as well as in landscaping. Her recent MSW degree from Salem State University includes being a Certified Grief Professional (CGP) and supports figuring out the grieving process.

Flava describes her support as eclectic with nods to the metaphysical and utilizes Motivational Interviewing (MI), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT).

Dr. Candyce Burke Auguste, PsyD

Dr. Burke Auguste is a licensed Clinical Psychologist in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. She has experience treating anxiety, depression, adjustment concerns and racism-based trauma. Additionally, she has helped many people navigate identity development and interpersonal relationship concerns. Candyce has a therapeutic style that is warm, empowering and collaborative. She views it as an honor to walk alongside individuals and bear witness to their experiences. It is a priority of hers to cultivate a supportive, safe and liberated space for people of all backgrounds to be their authentic self.

As an integrative clinician, Candyce’s work is influenced by a relational, humanistic, and social justice lens guided by the specific needs and preferences of each individual. Candyce frequently utilizes motivational interviewing, cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, self-compassion and mindfulness skills to foster meaningful change. In addition to making room to explore challenges, she believes that it is essential to focus on an individual’s strengths and both internal and external resources to make room for healing.

Candyce enjoys spending quality time with friends and family, creating arts and crafts and cuddling with her dog. She is very proud of the prayer and meditation space she has created in her home and tries to spend time there regularly. She is a self-proclaimed “foodie” and enjoys cooking. She also enjoys listening to jazz, R&B, and gospel music and loves podcasts that speak to her identities and culture.

Danielle Wegrzyn

Danielle is an LICSW with decades of experience working with a variety of ages and demographics in the social work field. Danielle’s main areas of focus include maternal mental health, young adults, life transitions, and the complimentary integration of faith and mental health.

Danielle is a compassionate, non-judgmental, and motivated therapist who aims to help clients find peace, increase their health and wellness, utilize tools to decrease anxiety, and find a safe place for support.

Using a lighthearted and humorous approach, Danielle tailors all therapy to the client’s needs and desires. She has been trained in multiple therapy models and uses a variety of clinical approaches to work alongside her clients to achieve their goals.

Danielle deeply enjoys her work and is committed to helping her clients find wholeness and strength in their lives.

Locations: Danielle offers primarily teletherapy, but currently works one day a week from an office on Newbury St. in Danvers, MA.

Check out our recent webinar entitled Thrive, Don’t Just Survive This Holiday Season where Danielle was our guest speaker! Click here to watch: vimeo.com/1030864962

Theresa J. Mellen

Theresa received her Master’s in Family Counseling from Eastern Nazarene College in 1990. Since then, she has worked with individual and families who have experienced grief and loss, unemployment, substance abuse/addition, and marriage issues as well as a host of other concerns. Theresa obtained her Certificate of Advanced Graduate Studies in 2003 and has gained significant experience working with children with special needs, and their parents.

Theresa believes in a non-judgmental approach to therapy. She believes that we all experience challenges in this life and can benefit from having a trained, and non-bias person to help us see our problems from another perspective. She looks forward to helping others to do the hard work of facing the obstacles that get in our way of becoming the person we wish to be, body, mind, and spirit.

Cynthia A. Swan

Cynthia is a committed community leader and mental health professional. She has an outstanding reputation of helping others and has years of experience working within both the faith community and within the community at large providing a myriad of counseling and mental health services. Cynthia believes that everyone deserves to live their best life, and sometimes it will take a therapist/counselor to get us there.

Cynthia is knowledgeable in evidenced-based practices and has training and experience with individual, family, and group therapy approaches utilizing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, and Christian Counseling. She continues to stay abreast of new approaches/modalities and interventions in the mental health field. Cynthia has experience treating clients and groups with anxiety, depression, anger and low self esteem. She also has extensive experience working with adults with domestic violence, substance abuse recovery, single parenting, racial trauma, and other related backgrounds.

Cynthia has held both administrative supervisory and clinical positions. She has a Bachelor’s degree from Springfield College, a Master’s degree from American International College, and a Master’s of Education in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and Marriage and Family Therapy from Springfield College. Cynthia currently is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in Massachusetts

Jennifer L. Rosario, MSW, LICSW

Jennifer is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) with over 20 years of experience in a variety of clinical settings. She earned a bachelor’s degree in Psychology and Family Studies from Messiah College, then graduated with her MSW from Springfield College School of Social Work in 2006. She has worked with children and teens in outpatient clinics and residential treatment settings, as well as offering mental health consultation to parents and childcare providers. She has also worked with adults, including those struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma-related symptoms, complicated grief, chronic illness/disability, and other challenges.

Jennifer has completed specialized training related to complex trauma and attachment issues, and her passion is supporting families to form strong, healthy relationships that promote positive outcomes for children. This passion extends beyond child-focused interventions and may include couples/family therapy to improve communication, strengthen marriages, and/or support effective co-parenting arrangements. Jennifer has been trained in multiple therapy models, and most often uses an eclectic approach, adapting her interventions according to the needs and preferences of each client.

Jennifer explains, “Leading with empathy, I seek to fully understand each person’s situation and experience, and offer a ‘no shame, no blame’ approach to clients and the issues that brought them to therapy. Starting in the first session, I ask questions and listen carefully to clarify factors contributing to a person’s challenges, and to highlight strengths and resources that can help the client reach their goals.”

She offers daytime and some evening appointments, in person and/or by teletherapy. She encourages new clients to start by attending in-person sessions to establish a strong therapeutic connection. In person therapy is also recommended for children, and she often encourages parents/caregivers of young children to participate in some sessions.

Danina L. Rodrigues, LMHC

Danina received her Bachelors Degree from Bridgewater State University in Psychology, with a concentration in Child Psychology in 2006. She also attended Eastern Nazarene College and studied Marriage and Family Therapy, graduating in 2014. She is a licensed Mental Health Counselor in Massachusetts.

Danina has worked as a case manager for families experiencing homelessness at an emergency shelter and she currently works as a school counselor at an alternative high school.

Her specialty is in working with children and adolescents, and she also welcomes young adults and adult individuals. Experienced in working with individuals who are experiencing trauma, abuse, anxiety, depression, loss/grief, special needs, Danina takes an approach that is warm and welcoming – meeting the client where they are. She believes strongly that the client is the expert in managing their mental health and the clinician’s role is to facilitate the conversation. Her treatment approaches include CBT, DBT, goal orientated therapy, motivational interviewing, strengths based therapy, mindfulness, faith based therapies.

She is currently doing Telehealth appointments only.