Meet The Team

Dr. Tillman is committed to helping her clients change maladaptive thoughts and behaviors by providing education and specific strategies to promote independence and elevate their mental health. Her direct, practical, and problem-solving approach to treatment has earned her a loyal following of patients who appreciate her expertise, compassion, and commitment to their well-being. She remains passionate about her field and continues to stay up-to-date with the latest research and therapeutic techniques in her field to provide the best possible care to her patients. 

Melissa specializes in treating anxiety, depression, and other mood disorders, and her patients range in age from children to adults. She takes a holistic approach to her practice and uses a variety of therapeutic techniques, including cognitive-behavioral therapy, mindfulness-based therapies, elements of dialectical behavioral therapy, social skills training, and positive psychology.

Dr. Salpietro is calm, patient, open-minded, and flexible by nature. She consistently examines her own views and strives to see the world from others’ perspectives. She believes that building a strong therapeutic relationship at the beginning of therapy is crucial for creating mutual trust and respect. This foundation allows clients to feel comfortable opening up at their own pace as therapy progresses. With this bond, Dr. Salpietro and her clients can collaborate effectively, tailoring interventions to utilize the client's strengths and meet their evolving needs and goals.

Dr. Rust creates a comfortable and calm space where a client feels safe and available for conversation. He is known to be a favorite amongst school-age children due to his fun-loving personality and incredible pop-culture know-how. Dr. Rust loves all types of music, movies, superheroes, sports teams, video games, and of course, Star Wars!

Dr. Rust  specializes in Anxiety, Depression, Behavioral Disorders, and Autism Spectrum Disorder. Dr. Rust often incorporates components of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, Play Therapy, and principles of Behavior Analysis in his eclectic approach. He is exceptionally aware of the social, emotional and behavioral needs of a child and utilizes a “whole child” methodology.

Melissa's approach to therapy is centered in cognitive behavioral practices supplemented with dialectical behavioral therapy tools. She utilities problem solving strategies to help empower others with the skills to increase their assertiveness and decrease their anxiety. She is creative, has a lot of enthusiasm, and is passionate about working with children and adolescents to help them achieve their potential.​

Dr. Kiner is committed to social justice, is actively antiracist and antisexist, and a proud supporter of the LGBTQIA+ community. She is dedicated to fostering a safe, inclusive, and affirming space for individuals of all backgrounds and identities. 

Maria is not only a licensed psychologist, certified school psychologist but also board-certified behavior analyst.  She is a dedicated advocate for the emotional, behavioral, and developmental well-being of children, teens, and adults. Whether supporting a young child navigating big emotions, a teen facing academic pressures, or an adult seeking clarity and change, she offers a warm, collaborative, and creative therapeutic space tailored to each individual’s needs.​

Her dual background in School Psychology and Applied Behavior Analysis allows her to address a wide range of challenges—from learning differences and behavioral concerns to anxiety, mood disorders, and executive functioning. Maria also values close collaboration with families, educators, and caregivers to create consistent, supportive environments that empower lasting progress.

Maria’s approach to therapy is never one-size-fits-all. She often integrates play-based strategies, creative tools, and the occasional pun to help clients feel safe, understood, and engaged. She believes that healing can be both meaningful and enjoyable.​

Whether working with a child, teen, or adult, Maria is committed to helping each person take the next step forward with curiosity, care, and confidence.

Danielle Lewis is an engaged and empathetic psychologist dedicated to the healing and well-being of her clients. Her client-centered approach focuses on an assortment of evidence based therapies including Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical-Behavioral Therapy, Applied Behavior Analysis, and Positive Psychology therapies. She also incorporates stress and anger management techniques and mindfulness into her practice.  As a lifelong learner, Danielle stays up to date with the latest therapeutics to ensure her patient receive the best care possible.

Dr. Phoenix fosters a warm and welcoming environment where clients of all backgrounds feel safe to share without fear of judgment. She integrates evidence-based interventions from Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy and Cognitive Processing Therapy techniques for treatment emphasizing self-compassion, self-acceptance, and mindfulness. With a background in school psychology, Dr. Phoenix assists students and parents with educational concerns.

Kevin has worked extensively with adolescents who have emotional, social, and behavioral challenges and has also provided parent training. Kevin offers a highly personalized approach in a comfortable and supportive atmosphere.  Each treatment plan he creates is tailored to his client’s individual needs with the goal of personal growth.  He guides individuals to achieve self-empowerment by utilizing an eclectic approach and by incorporating components of Cognitive Behavioral and Solution Focused Therapies.

 Deborah is highly skilled in psychotherapeutic interventions with children, adolescents and adults.  She specializes in providing evidence based, individualized, cognitive behavioral therapy to clients and their families.   Dr. Lawson provides a warm, calming, and supportive environment.  She works with her clients to identify goals and strives to give them personalized strategies to maximize their success.  Dr. Lawson has extensive experience with helping clients overcome challenges such as anxiety, depression, ADHD, ODD, bereavement and loss, social, life transitions, body image, and stress.

Dr. Ayoub strives to foster a genuine and compassionate milieu in which client and therapist can collaborate to achieve common goals.  He is committed to a cognitive behavioral orientation but integrates elements of DBT and behavioral activation to assist clients in changing their philosophy, increasing their ability to cope, and building healthy lifestyle habits. He also offers parents support and training using behavior analytic approaches. He specializes in Autism Spectrum Disorder, ADHD, Behavioral Disorders, Anxiety, and Depression.

Kelsey specializes in providing therapy to children and adolescents  experiencing a variety of social-emotional challenges. These  challenges include anxiety, depression, emotion dysregulation,  behavior disorders, ADHD, and adjustment difficulties.  

Dr. McLaughlin integrates elements of CBT, DBT, and mindfulness  strategies in her treatment approach, while creating a safe, caring,  and supportive therapeutic environment. She maintains warmth,  empathy, and nonjudgement throughout her work. In addition, Dr.  McLaughlin is able to offer support and assistance to families while  navigating the school system in order to coordinate care.  

Kerry has a specialty helping individuals alleviate symptoms of mood disorders, anxiety, ADHD, anger, relationship issues, poor self-esteem, adjustment disorders, and issues related to abuse and trauma.  Dr. Arale provides individual, family, and couples therapy.  She utilizes strategies such as  Cognitive-Behavioral techniques, problem-solving, mindfulness, and empathetic support.   She always works collaboratively with her clients to reach their goals.  She has worked with people of all ages and from various backgrounds, and truly enjoys supporting others in their desire to feel and live better.

Rebecca Bertuccio is a Certified School Psychologist. She is experienced in providing individual therapy to children, adolescents, and adults with a variety of conditions including, but not limited to, anxiety, depression and mood disorders, trauma- and stressor-related disorders, autism spectrum disorders (ASD), attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), and anger.

Dr. Bertuccio utilizes an open, empathetic, compassionate, and person-oriented approach in her work. She aims to create a safe and supportive space for her clients. Dr. Bertuccio integrates various evidence-based therapeutic methods into her practice, including approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), and Eye-Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR). She tailors her delivery of services to the needs of her clients.