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The Team

Meet our Team

Jillian Taylor, LCSW

Therapist

Jillian prioritizes building the therapeutic relationship to best support clients with achieving their most successful outcomes. Jillian has experience with helping adults, teens, couples and families with addressing challenges such as depression, anxiety, adjustment difficulties, behavioral needs, and family dynamics.  She utilizes evidenced- based practices such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Family Systems Theory, Mindfulness, Psychoeducation and Strengths-Based approach to address clients needs. 

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Emily Casey, LCSW

Therapist

Emily is an empowerment-focused clinician dedicated to creating a safe, positive, and caring environment for clients. She is committed to helping individuals, families and communities understand mental health, while utilizing systemic therapy and strength-based methods to best address the needs of clients.

Emily’s own experiences have helped her develop high levels of empathy and understand things at a deeper level. Her approach reflects the understanding that mental illness doesn’t just go away, but learning how to understand and cope with it is everything. 

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Joelle Vinces, LSW

Therapist

Joelle is a licensed therapist who strives to empower individuals to explore their needs in order to create change and experience healing. Joelle's experience ranges from in-home work to school settings, and with children, teens, adults, and families. Joelle is trauma-informed and uses evidence based modalities to treat anxiety, depression, mood disorders, adjustment challenges, and women's mental health needs (postpartum/maternal), among many other things. Joelle places an emphasis on the relationship and partnership between clinician and client to work towards healing.

Regina Filemyr, LPC

Therapist

Regina is an empathic therapist who has extensive experience helping people of various ages cope with difficult issues such as grief, anxiety, depression, and decreased levels of self-confidence. She has provided therapeutic services in private practice and school settings. Regina uses Cognitive Behavioral, Client-Centered, and Strengths-Based strategies to help clients verbalize their emotions and move toward healing and a more positive quality of life. Regina believes that the therapeutic relationship can be beneficial in addressing mental health struggles and provides non-judgemental treatment which is specifically tailored to each client’s needs.

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Anastasia Price, LAC

Therapist

Anastasia specializes in creating awareness of the importance of mind-body connection. Through her strong background in kinesiological sciences (M.S. Kinesiology) she fosters optimal individual wellness and balance in physical and psychological domains. As a registered yoga instructor (RYT 200), she is inspired by the positive impact movement and meditation have on facilitation of wellbeing. Her therapeutic modalities are rooted in mindfulness-based practices.

Gianna Williams, LAC

Gianna Williams obtained her master's degree in clinical mental health counseling from Stockton University and is obtained  license as a Licensed Associate Counselor. She received a BA in psychology from Rutgers University and a minor in philosophy with a focus on eastern traditions. She is a 200hr Registered Yoga Teacher (RYT) with an additional certification in mindfulness meditation. Gianna maintains a holistic view of health and aims to integrate aspects of mindfulness into clinical practice to help individuals cultivate an optimal sense of wellness.

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Brooke Rozea, LPC

Therapist

Brooke prioritizes creating a safe and supportive space where clients feel comfortable sharing their stories. She takes an integrative approach, incorporating Psychodynamic, Relational, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy while tailoring interventions to each individual’s needs. Brooke’s style is collaborative and motivational, and she values bringing warmth and humor into the process. She has experience helping clients navigate challenges such as anxiety, depression, adjustment difficulties, and life transitions.

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Kayla Cruzado, LAC

Kayla Cruzado obtained her master's degree in clinical mental health counseling from Stockton University and obtained her license to become a Licensed Associate Counselor. Kayla holds a BS in Health Science and is passionate about taking a holistic approach to mental health with a focus on child and adolescent therapy as well as play therapy. Kayla values involving the family in the therapeutic process and providing clients with the tools they need to make lasting change. In her free time, she enjoys photography, spending time with family and friends, traveling and practicing mindfulness. 

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Seth M. Richards, LSW

Therapist

Seth is a double alumnus of Rutgers University where he studied psychology and social work.  After beginning his career with the Division of Child Protection & Permanency, Seth spent the next decade at various institutions of higher education working with young adults and their families.  Seth specializes in helping put complex or difficult feelings into words and believes this is the first step toward self-actualization.  Using a combination of empathetic listening, evidence-based practice modalities, and a transparent communication style, Seth fosters a team-centered approach that emphasizes clients’ existing strengths and promotes lasting positive change.  

Caitlin McMillen, LCSW

Therapist

Caitlin is a licensed therapist with experience supporting children, adolescents, and families navigating trauma, anxiety, depression, behavioral challenges, anger, and life transitions. She takes a trauma-informed, strengths-based, and person-centered approach, drawing from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), and mindfulness practices. With a focus on building strong therapeutic relationships, Caitlin values understanding each client’s background and goals. Her experience spans school-based settings, community mental health, partial-hospitalization, and outpatient programs.

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Jasmine Vera, LAC
Therapist

Jasmine Vera is a Licensed Associate Counselor dedicated to supporting individuals, children, adolescents, families, and adults through meaningful and transformative therapeutic work. She earned her Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from William Paterson University..Sports and wellness have always been central to Jasmine’s life. As a former college athlete, she understands the pressure of striving for balance—managing performance, academics, work demands, and personal well-being. This lived experience enriches her clinical perspective and allows her to connect deeply with clients navigating stress, transitions, and high expectations. Jasmine has experience working across the lifespan, including children, teens, families, and adults. She incorporates mind–body approaches into her work, helping clients strengthen emotional awareness, reduce stress, and cultivate resilience through practices that integrate both physical and emotional wellness.

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Jillian Gray, LAC
Therapist

Jillian Gray obtained her Master's of Counseling at Stockton University. Jillian graduated Rutgers University-Camden, with a BA in Psychology and two minors in Childhood Studies and Gender Studies. Jillian is dedicated to working with adolescence to ensure that they feel understood and supported to move forward and make changes through a holistic approach. She does so by providing a judgement free, safe space for her clients to feel empowered to work on their goals together. 

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Jasmine Nguyen

Clinical Intern

Jasmine is a clinical intern working towards her Masters in Social Work at Rutgers University focusing on client-centered, family systems, and trauma-informed care. Working within the NJ Children’s System of Care, Jasmine provides comprehensive in-community case management for children, adolescents, and their families throughout southern New Jersey. Jasmine utilizes evidence-based interventions, empathy, and mindfulness practices while supporting clients to increase their awareness of trauma and unresolved internal conflicts. She is committed to guiding individuals on their journeys of healing and growth in a compassionate and empowering environment. In her free time, Jasmine enjoys reading, hiking, and spending quality time with friends and family. 

Ashley Noll

Clinical Intern

Ashley is a Master of Social Work student at Capella University with over 15 years of experience supporting young children and families. She holds degrees in Education Studies, Liberal Arts, and Teacher Leadership, along with certifications in PreK–3, ESL, and Supervision. Passionate about holistic, evidence-based care, Ashley is dedicated to helping children, families, couples, and older adults thrive. In her free time, she enjoys kayaking, walking, reading, and cheering on her two sons in their sports.

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