Kayla Berube
TITLE
Staff Psychotherapist
BIO
Kayla Berube graduated from Williams College with a BA in psychology. During her undergraduate studies, she undertook Williams’ neuroscience concentration […]
Tony Bilangino
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Certified Life Coach
BIO
Tony Bilangino is a Certified Executive, Career and Life Coach with over 25 years of experience working with large mission-based […]
Lindsay Blass, PsyD
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Licensed Psychologist
BIO
Dr. Blass currently serves a consultative role at Sasco River Center, conducting comprehensive psychological evaluations for children, adolescents, and young […]
Kristin Bodenheimer, MA, BCBA
TITLE
Board Certified Behavior Analyst
BIO
Kristin is a board certified and state licensed behavior analyst (BCBA) and has been in the field of applied behavior […]
Chris Bogart, PhD
TITLE
Co-Executive Director
BIO
A licensed clinical psychologist who has worked in both the private and public sectors for the past thirty years, Dr. […]
Linda Bolton
TITLE
Intake Coordinator
BIO
Linda, Intake Coordinator and all-around go-to person, lives in Westport with her son, Robert. She has extensive experience as an […]
Ethan Bourque, MS
TITLE
Psychotherapist
BIO
Ethan graduated with a BA in Psychology and MS in Counseling. He has spent almost a decade working in schools […]
Gina Bria
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Business Director
BIO
Gina Bria is the Business Director at the Sasco River Center, and is responsible for Financial Planning, Accounting, and Operations. […]
Melanie Brown, PhD, MSCP
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Senior Psychologist, Licensed
BIO
Melanie Brown, Ph.D. is a licensed clinical psychologist who specializes in treatment of children, adolescents, and adults using evidence-based psychotherapies […]
Whitney Buckley, PsyD
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Clinical Psychologist
BIO
Whitney is a licensed clinical psychologist specializing in working with children. She spent over 10 years working as a school […]
Jen Burke, MA
TITLE
School Psychologist
BIO
Jen is a school psychologist who has experience working with children and adolescents. She has worked with a diverse population […]
Rebecca Campbell, LCSW
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Director of Therapy Services
BIO
Rebecca Campbell is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with extensive experience working in both private practice as well as the […]
Yasmin Cole-Lewis, PhD, MPH
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Licensed Clinical Psychologist
BIO
Yasmin Cole-Lewis, PhD, MPH is a licensed psychologist with experience working with children, adolescents, and young adults in various treatment […]
Mykelle Coleman, PhD, NCSP
TITLE
Psychology Post Doctoral Fellow
BIO
Mykelle S. Coleman is a post-doctoral fellow at Sasco River Center. She is a nationally and Connecticut state certified school […]
Emily Corwin, MS OTR/L
TITLE
Occupational Therapist
BIO
Emily received her Bachelor’s degree in Psychology and Sociology from SUNY Geneseo in 2019 and her Master of Science in […]
Fernanda Couto, MA, EdM
TITLE
Licensed Psychotherapist
BIO
Fernanda is a licensed professional counselor who has extensive experience with children, teenagers and young adults dealing with generalized anxiety, […]
Grace DeGrado, OTD, OTR/L
TITLE
Occupational Therapist
BIO
Grace is a true optimist at heart and her passion for helping children reach their goals has guided her journey […]
Joseph Demers, PhD
TITLE
Licensed Psychologist, Certified School
BIO
A Senior Psychologist at the Center with a PhD in School and Child Psychology, Joseph has spent numerous years working […]
Brenna DeStefano, MS OTR/L
TITLE
Occupational Therapist
BIO
Brenna received her Bachelor of Science and Masters of Science in Occupational Therapist from Sacred Heart University’s accelerated program. During […]
Lisa Dobey, PhD
TITLE
Licensed Psychologist
BIO
Lisa Dobey is a licensed psychologist with over a decade of experience working with children in public and private school […]
Lanae Drachslin, MS
TITLE
Psychotherapist Trainee
BIO
Lanae Drachslin as an advanced psychology practicum student at Sasco River Center. She is currently pursuing a PhD in Educational […]
Raphael Elkind
TITLE
EF Coach/Tutor
BIO
With 30 years of experience as an educator, Raphe enjoys helping students set goals and reach their potential as learners, […]
Ellen Fahey, DNP, FNP
TITLE
Family Nurse Practitioner
BIO
Ellen Fahey is a board certified family nurse practitioner with her Doctorate of Nursing Practice degree from Columbia University. She […]
Nicole Eskandar, MSEd
TITLE
Staff Psychotherapist/School Psychologist
BIO
Nicole specializes in working with children and young adults with Anxiety, Depression, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Body Focused Repetitive Behaviors (e.g. […]
Michael Fanning, LPC
TITLE
Licensed Psychotherapist
BIO
Michael Fanning, LPC, is a licensed Professional counselor who works primarily with adolescents who struggle with anger, depression, anxiety, social […]
Laurie Findeisen
TITLE
Wellness Educator
BIO
Laurie is a Nutrition and Wellness Educator helping adults and children understand the link between nutrition and brain and body […]
Jenai Fitzpatrick, MS ED
TITLE
Learning Specialist
BIO
As an Executive Function Coach, Advocate, and Certified School Psychologist, I’ve always wanted to be part of the solution that […]
Suzanne Ford, MS OTR/L
TITLE
Supervising OT Therapist
BIO
Suzanne graduated from Manhattanville College in 2009 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in psychology and a double minor in […]
Samantha Gadsden
TITLE
Learning Coach/EF Tutor
BIO
With almost 15 years in the classroom as an English, history, and skills teacher in independent schools, Samantha brings her […]
Rich Gallini, PhD
TITLE
Licensed Psychologist / Certified School Psychologist
BIO
A licensed psychologist with specialized training in clinical neuropsychology, Rich also worked as a certified school psychologist for 25 years. […]
Daniel Glass, PhD
TITLE
Licensed Psychologist , Director of Clinical Training
BIO
Dan received his undergraduate degree in Psychology from the University of Pennsylvania and a master’s degree in Psychology from SUNY […]
Kerrin Haas
TITLE
Receptionist
BIO
Kerrin Haas graduated from Sacred Heart University with a BS in Psychology and is currently working on her Master’s degree […]
John Hastings
TITLE
Psychotherapy Intern
BIO
John comes to the Saco River Center from a varied career background. After graduating from the University of Pennsylvania with […]
Melissa Kahn, MS OTR/L
TITLE
Co-Executive Director
BIO
As Co-Executive Director of Sasco River Center as well as a registered occupational therapist, Melissa is dedicated to helping children […]
Alison Kelly, MHC
TITLE
Psychology Intern
BIO
Alison Kelly completed her Ed.M. in Mental Health Counseling from Fordham University where she is currently a doctoral candidate in […]
Kelly Kelly
TITLE
Intake Coordinator & Accounting Assistant
BIO
Kelly graduated from Bucknell University with a B.A. in Psychology and also studied aboard at the University of Queensland in […]
Erin Kresmery, MS OTR/L
TITLE
Occupational Therapist
BIO
Erin is a board certified and state licensed Occupational Therapist. She received a Bachelors in Health Science in 2019 from […]
David Kucher
TITLE
EF & Learning Coach / Head of Technology
BIO
David Kucher provides Executive Functions and Learning Coaching at Sasco River Center, as well as collaboration on the development and […]
Taylor Kurtz, PsyD
TITLE
Psychologist
BIO
Taylor Kurtz has a Doctorate of Psychology in School-Community Psychology from Hofstra University and is a Certified School Psychologist. She […]
Ariane Ladd, MA LMFT
TITLE
Psychotherapist and Family Therapist
BIO
Prior to getting her master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy, Ariane had experience in both the corporate and entertainment […]
Kerry Lalomio, MS OTR/L
TITLE
Occupational Therapist
BIO
Kerry completed her undergraduate degree in fine art in 2002 before graduating from Columbia in 2010 with a Masters in […]
Margot LaPointe
TITLE
Director of Learning Services
BIO
Margot Henderson LaPointe is a Certified Professional Coach, Executive Function Coach, and tutor who heads the Learning Services Department at […]
Deanna Lindberg, MS OTR/L
TITLE
Director of Occupational Therapy
BIO
Deanna’s diverse background fosters her passion in working with multi-disciplinary teams to understand all the factors that make individuals unique. […]
Kelsey Long, MA, CCC-SLP, TSSLD
TITLE
Speech & Language Pathologist
BIO
Kelsey Long is a licensed speech-language pathologist in Connecticut and New York State. Kelsey holds her certificate of clinical competence […]
MaryJean MacDonald, PsyD
TITLE
Licensed Psychologist
BIO
A licensed psychologist with over twenty-five years experience working with adults, families and children in hospitals, outpatient clinics, schools, and […]
Angelina Macias, MS OTR/L
TITLE
Senior Supervising OT
BIO
Angelina demonstrates a passion for pediatric development, feeding therapy, and sensory integration. She received her Bachelor’s degree in Health science […]
Gabrielle Marable
TITLE
Diagnostic Testing Coordinator
BIO
Gabby graduated from Dominican University with a B.A. in Psychology. She thrives on helping others and offers an empathetic approach […]
Sharon McCloskey, EdD, OTR/L, CTP
TITLE
Occupational Therapist
BIO
Dr. Sharon M McCloskey, EdD, MBA, OTR/L, DipCOT, CTP, is a pediatric and mental health occupational therapist. Sharon graduated from […]
Erin Micali, PsyD
TITLE
Neuropsychology Post-Doctoral Fellow
BIO
Erin Micali, CHW, Psy.D., is a post-doctoral fellow at Sasco River Center who is specializing in pediatric neuropsychology. Dr. Micali […]
Anna Middleton, MEd
TITLE
Learning Specialist
BIO
Anna Middleton is a versatile educator for children and youth with specific learning profiles; specializing in creating individual learning plans […]
Clorinda Moccia, PsyD
TITLE
Licensed Psychologist
BIO
Clorinda Moccia earned her doctoral degree in Clinical Psychology with a specialization in children and adolescents from the University of […]
Mandi Morgan, MS
TITLE
Advance Graduate Intern MFT
BIO
Mandi Morgan received her BA in Humanities from Pepperdine University and her Masters of Elementary Education from Seton Hall University. […]
Allie Muzzio, BS/MOT, OTR/L
TITLE
Occupational Therapist
BIO
Allie has a positive outlook on life and offers creative ideas and energy to any situation. Allie is a graduate […]
Stephanie O’Hara
TITLE
Human Resources Manager / SHRM-scp
BIO
Stephanie O’Hara is the Human Resources Manager for the Sasco River Center. She is a senior certified professional in Human […]
Kelly Orsino, MS OTR/L
TITLE
Supervising Occupational Therapist
BIO
Kelly graduated from UConn with a BS in Allied Health Sciences and quickly pursued her Masters of Science in Occupational […]
Erica Palumbo, MA, EdS
TITLE
Psychotherapist/Certified School Psychologist
BIO
Erica Palumbo is an experienced school psychologist who served for nearly a decade in Fairfield County public schools. Erica earned […]
David Porrino, PsyD
TITLE
Director of Diagnostic Testing Services
BIO
David Porrino, Psy.D., is a clinical neuropsychologist and licensed psychologist who performs neuropsychological and multidisciplinary evaluations with children, adolescents, and […]
Carrie Potoff, LCSW
TITLE
Licensed Psychotherapist
BIO
Carrie is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who is thrilled to join the Sasco River team! Carrie is a Certified […]
Lynette Prescott, MA LMSW
TITLE
Staff Psychotherapist
BIO
Lynette’s professional work with children and families began in the early childhood classrooms of a PreK-9 independent school. She taught […]
Shelly Ransom, MS CCC-SLP
TITLE
Speech Language Pathologist
BIO
Shelly Ransom is a speech language pathologist who specializes in working with children who stutter, have pragmatic language difficulties, and/or […]
Aaron Roberto, MD
TITLE
Psychiatrist
BIO
Dr. Aaron J. Roberto, M.D. is a dedicated, Board-Certified, Harvard and Yale-trained child, adolescent, and board-certified adult psychiatrist, who serves […]
Carrie Ross, MS Ed
TITLE
Marital and Family Therapist/Certified Parent Coach
BIO
Carrie received her undergraduate degree from American University in communications and psychology and has a masters degree in literacy and […]
Ethan Rothstein, PhD
TITLE
Senior Supervising Psychologist
BIO
A Licensed Psychologist with a degree in Developmental-Clinical Psychology from the University of Maine. He is trained in Cognitive Behavioral […]
Christina Rothstein, MS Ed
TITLE
Aromatherapy Practitioner
BIO
After a decade of working in special education and literacy, Christina embarked on a new path in providing support to […]
Loren Rubino
TITLE
Art Therapist
BIO
Loren is an Art Therapist and Mental Health Counselor, MAATC, ATR-P, LPC-A, and is also an Accelerated Resolution Therapist (ART) […]
Madeline Ruffinott, MOT, OTR/L
TITLE
Occupational Therapist
BIO
Madeline graduated Magna Cum Laude from Quinnipiac University’s accelerated dual degree Bachelors in Health Science and Master of Occupational Therapy […]
Teresa Salzillo, MS OTR/L
TITLE
Occupational Therapist
BIO
Teresa demonstrates a passion for working with children of all ages to develop skills and confidence in their everyday lives. […]
Janet Scanlon, MBA, MA, LPCA
TITLE
Psychotherapist
BIO
Janet is a compassionate and active listener, with a client-centered focus. She specializes in a wellness-based approach, including self-care, exercise, […]
Timothy Schmutte, PsyD, MS
TITLE
Licensed Clinical Psychologist
BIO
Timothy Schmutte, Psy.D., M.S., is licensed clinical psychologist with over 30 years of experience working with children, adolescents, and adults. […]
Chelsea Schnorrbusch, PHD
TITLE
Psychotherapist
BIO
Chelsea Schnorrbusch, PhD, graduated from the University at Buffalo with her doctorate in Combined Counseling Psychology/School Psychology in 2023. Prior […]
Karen Seelert, PhD, MA
TITLE
Senior Supervising Psychologist
BIO
Karen Seelert, Ph.D., M.A., is a Licensed Psychologist who works with children, adolescents and adults. She has extensive experience providing […]
Caroline Segal, PhD
TITLE
Licensed Psychologist
BIO
Caroline Segal is a Staff Psychologist at Sasco River Center. She earned her Bachelor of Arts in Education Studies and […]
Lindsay Shanahan, MS, OTR/L
TITLE
Occupational Therapist
BIO
Lindsay received her Bachelor’s degree in Health Behavior Science with a concentration in Disability Studies from the University of Delaware, […]
Moriah Smith-Bresky, MA, PsyD
TITLE
Post Doctoral Fellow
BIO
Moriah Smith-Bresky, MA, Psy.D. graduated from The APA accredited Chicago School of Professional Psychology in 2022 with a Clinical Psychology […]
Brittany Stanczuk, PsyD
TITLE
Licensed Clinical Psychologist, Early Childhood Specialist
BIO
Brittany Stanczuk is a Licensed Psychologist who earned her doctoral degree in Clinical Psychology with a concentration in Children and […]
Anne Staudt, MS OTR/L
TITLE
Occupational Therapist
BIO
Anne has extensive experience working with children and collaborating with families to help clients develop skills needed to reach their […]
Austin Stokes, PsyD
TITLE
Post-Doctoral Fellow
BIO
Austin Stokes, MA, Psy.D., is a post-doctoral fellow at Sasco River Center, and will be graduating from the APA-accredited Adler […]
Elizabeth Venezia, MS OTR/L
TITLE
Occupational Therapist
BIO
Elizabeth attended Sacred Heart University for both undergrad and graduate school. She received her Bachelor’s degree in Health Science, with […]
Hamza Vohra
TITLE
Student Intern
BIO
Hamza is a second-year student at Antioch University New England pursuing his doctorate in clinical psychology. He has a deep […]
Brigitte Whitney
TITLE
Reading Specialist
BIO
Brigitte Whitney is a remedial reading instructor and has extensive experience working with children with reading difficulties. She has completed […]
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Angelina Curcio, MS OTR/L
Occupational Therapist
Angelina received her Bachelors degree in Health Science with minors in geriatric wellness, psychology, and honors in an accelerated 3-year program at Sacred Heart University. She received early acceptance and pursued her Master of Science in Occupational Therapy at Sacred Heart University as well. During her graduate school experience, Angelina traveled to a small town in Haiti delivering Occupational Therapy services to a broad population of individuals. Angelina completed her Level II Fieldwork rotation at Dynamic Kids in White Plains, New York where she developed an immediate passion for pediatrics and sensory integration.
In addition to working as an Occupational Therapist, Angelina has been providing child care within a renowned gym in Westchester, New York for over 4 years now. Her experience at this facility has helped her develop important interpersonal skills communicating with families and staff in addition to engaging children in a variety of creative activities.
Angelina is excited to bring her strong ambition and enthusiasm to the Sasco River Center team!