CONNECTICUT BEHAVIORAL HEALTH - Key Persons
Adrianne is currently a professional counselor associate pursuing her license to become a licensed professional. Adrianne obtained her bachelor's degree in human services from Albertus Magnus College and her Master's degree in clinical mental health counseling from the University of Bridgeport in May 2022.
Job Titles:
- Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Alicia is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, who uses an authentically warm perspective. With a compassionate style, Alicia works creatively and collaboratively with others, helping them to explore and express their emotions, identify inherent strengths, and experience a sense of relief and hope.
Alicia has a Masters of Social Work degree from Springfield College and received her Bachelor's of Science degree from Albertus Magnus College. Alicia continues to serve as a School Social Worker, providing a unique, caring, and trauma-informed counseling approach to students in an Elementary School setting. Alicia's experience and passion is working with youth who are in crisis, managing depression, anxiety, confidence issues, grief and loss, and behavior and attention issues that are impacting school success. Alicia has valuable experience working closely with youth and families in community settings, as well. Alicia believes that having a strong therapeutic connection is at the core of working together during the process.
In her free time, Alicia loves laughing and enjoying the company of friends and family, hiking, nature, photography, music, taking on DIY projects and cooking. Alicia thanks you for taking the time to read her bio and looks forward to the honor of joining you on part of your journey.
I am a mindful behavior analyst, passionate about helping others and disseminating the science of behavior analysis. More About Me Paul C. Meiners BCBA, LBA, M.Ed. Mr. Meiners is a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst who joined CBH in 2009. Mr. Meiners received his undergraduate... More About Me
Job Titles:
- Clinical Social Worker
- Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Ariella Laskin is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Connecticut Certified School Social Worker who holds a Master's in Social Work from Southern Connecticut State University. She is thrilled to be joining the team at Connecticut Behavioral Health to continue her work with children and adolescents. Ariella's experience has focused on children and adolescents within the school setting with diagnoses such as Autism, ADHD, Anxiety, Developmental Delays, and Emotional Disability, among others. In addition to her work in schools, Ariella has also worked with LGBTQ youth and their caregivers in both individual and group settings. Prior to her career in School Social Work, Ariella worked in the area of Educational Publishing for the K-12 market, writing, editing, managing content creation for English/Language Arts and Social Studies, developing curriculum, and creating online learning programs. Ariella enjoys spending time with friends and family, traveling, playing tennis, and drinking as much good coffee as she can find.
Job Titles:
- Clinical Social Worker
- Clinical Supervisor
- Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Ben Schreiber is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who obtained a Master of Social Work from Southern Connecticut State University and a Bachelor of Psychology from University of Connecticut. Ben has worked in school settings and private practices for over 25 years and currently runs his own private practice. He currently supervises clinicians at Connecticut Behavioral Health. He has worked with people of all ages and takes a holistic approach. He believes clients possess the answers they are looking for and counseling can help them find these answers through nonjudgment guidance.
Bianca Carrero is an LPC-A and obtained a Master's in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at the University of Saint Joseph, and obtained a Bachelor's degree in Psychology at Western CT State University. Bianca has experience with with children, adolescents, families, and adults dealing with dual substance use and mental health challenges. She have provided crisis management, individual, group, and family therapy at residential, in-home, and outpatient settings. Bianca also has experience with adolescents, preteens, and teens in a school setting, assisting students with mental health by understanding the root of their stressors. Bianca works together with her clients to establish positive coping strategies that help each individual to feel more engaged, connected, and at their best self.
Bryan is a licensed Board Certified Behavior Analyst who joined CBH in 2015. Bryan received his undergraduate degree in Human Services and Rehabilitation...
Job Titles:
- Clinical Social Worker
- Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Cassondra (Cassie) Acampora is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who obtained a Masters in Social Work at the University of Connecticut. Prior to Ms. Acampora obtaining her Masters in Social Work, she obtained her Bachelors Degree at the University of Connecticut in Human Development and Family Studies and was an assistant pre-school teacher for a year. Ms. Acampora has provided psychotherapy services within the school system servicing elementary, middle, and high school students. Upon obtaining her MSW, Ms. Acampora gained a wealth of experience working with culturally diverse children, adolescents, adults, and families dealing with life stressors, mental health, and substance use challenges. Ms. Acampora has provided crisis management, individual, group, and family psychotherapy at residential, intensive outpatient, and outpatient levels of care.
Ms. Acampora primarily utilizes a psychodynamic approach, which helps individuals gain insight into their unconscious thoughts, feelings, and past experiences to better understand potential driving forces to current challenges. Ms. Acampora also utilizes person-centered, strengths-based, and holistic approaches and focuses on empowering all individuals to make their own decisions in life. Ms. Acampora strives to provide a non-judgmental, safe environment and strongly believes in taking the time to make connections and build therapeutic relationships as she feels it is one of the most important aspects for meaningful and effective treatment. Ms. Acampora is a motivated, empathetic, and compassionate therapist that strongly advocates and is committed to working creatively and collaboratively with all individuals and families.
Job Titles:
- Director
- Director of School Partnerships
<strong>Director of School Partnerships</strong> Chris spent the past 30 years working in public/special education as a Director of Special Education/Pupil...
Daniel Smith joined CBH in 2021. He received his Masters Degree in Applied Behavior Analysis from Northeastern University in 2001 and has been working as a BCBA in Connecticut since 2002. Dan has worked with school teams and families in a variety of settings including public schools, clinical school settings, and in-home settings. Dan's areas of interest include program quality development and training with school teams and families.
Job Titles:
- Ct State Licensed Social Worker
Demetri Kostas is a Ct State Licensed Social Worker (LCSW) who joined CBH on a part time basis in September of 2020. He received his Master's degree in Social Work from the University of Connecticut and Master's degree in Business Administration (with a concentration in Healthcare Management) from Quinnipiac University. Demetri has had much clinical and administrative experience working with the latency, adolescent and adult population. Demetri is focused on providing competent patient care and utilizing 10+ years of clinical expertise to help patients navigate effectively managing their emotions and feelings. Always looking to increase his clinical knowledge, Demetri is currently taking a seven-month Trauma training course with Dr. Bessel Van Der Kolk (Author of "The Body Keeps The Score"). He will receive his Trauma Informed Therapy certification in September 2023.
Job Titles:
- Chief Executive Officer
- Clinical Psychologist
- Owner
- Licensed Clinical Psychologist
<strong>CEO/Owner</strong> Dr. Pedro is a licensed clinical psychologist and the Chief Executive Officer of Connecticut Behavioral Health, LLC. He received his M.A. in Counseling Psychology from...
Dr. Pedro is a licensed clinical psychologist and the Chief Executive Officer of Connecticut Behavioral Health, LLC. He received his M.A. in Counseling Psychology from The State University of New York, New Paltz and his Ph.D. in School Psychology from The University of Memphis. Dr. Pedro completed his clinical internship at The Louisiana State University (LSU) Medical Center and continued working at the LSU Medical Center after his internship year in their Child Development Center. Dr. Pedro has worked as a consulting psychologist and school psychologist to schools in New Orleans, LA, Memphis, TN, and throughout Connecticut. Additionally, Dr. Pedro worked for the Association of Retarded Citizens (ARC) in New York, running both day treatment and in-home treatment services. Dr. Pedro specializes in developmental disorders and behaviorally problematic children. Dr. Pedro consults with many school districts and mental health facilities through¬out the state to develop behavioral intervention programs and train staff in effective behavioral techniques that work with difficult children. Dr. Pedro has taught psychology at the graduate and undergraduate level, supervised doctoral level clinicians and presented nationally on managing behavioral problems in school settings.
Job Titles:
- Clinical Psychologist
- Executive Director
- Licensed Clinical Psychologist
<strong>Executive Director</strong> Dr. Loss is a licensed clinical psychologist. He received his Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from Texas A&M University where his clinical and...
Job Titles:
- Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Haleigh Lombardi is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker joining CBH in 2023 as a school based Social Worker. Mrs. Lombardi came to CBH from Yale New Haven Children's Hospital where she was conducting behavioral health and medical social work evaluations. Mrs. Lombardi earned her undergraduate degree at Curry College and her Masters Degree in Social Work at Simmons University in Boston. She has worked in various settings such as schools, courts, hospitals, private practice, and in home settings. Her expertise is mainly working with children and young adults. Haleigh utilizes a person-centered approach with an emphasis on rapport and trust building. She is excited to be apart of the CBH team!
Jakob is a Licensed Professional Counselor-Associate. Jacob received his master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Job Titles:
- National Certified Counselor
- Professional Counselor
- Professional Counselor ( LPC ) and National Certified Counselor
Jenna Harma is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and National Certified Counselor (NCC) whose clinical experience has concentrated on the treatment of children, adolescents, and their families. She graduated from Boston College with a B.A. in Psychology and M.A. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, completing her graduate internship providing individual counseling and parent guidance to youth and their families at Westwood Youth and Family Services. Jenna's early work experience includes serving as a milieu counselor and case manager/family therapist at the Franciscan Hospital for Children's Residential Assessment and Acute Residential Treatment Programs and a clinician for St. Francis Home for Children's Residential Treatment and Extended Day Treatment Programs providing individual, group, and family therapy to youth ages 5 to 17 years old. She was also employed by Wheeler Clinic as a clinician for their Crisis Stabilization Program, an alternative to hospitalization program for adolescents in crisis. She has been an outpatient therapist at Connecticut Behavioral Health since 2019 and also works as an elementary School Based Behavioral Health Clinician with Cornerstone Counseling Center. Jenna has experience working with youth with a variety of social, emotional, and behavioral struggles such as anxiety, depression, disruptive behavior disorders, adjustment disorders, mood disorders, and child-parent relationship issues. She is in the process of becoming a Registered Play Therapist (RPT) through the Association for Play Therapy and utilizes a prescriptive approach to treatment, assessing client's needs and building on their strengths through the use of therapeutic play, child-centered, and cognitive-behavioral techniques.
Job Titles:
- Certified Behavior Analyst
Jessica Hoff is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst who has been with CBH since the Spring of 2021. She will be entering her third year as a contracted BCBA with The Consolidated School District of New Britain for the 2023-2024 school year and provides home-based ABA care as well. Jessica graduated from Southern Connecticut State University with a Bachelor's Degree in Psychology. From there, she went on to earn a Master of Arts in Teaching from the University of Central Florida. In 2016, Jessica began her career in Applied Behavior Analysis by working as a part-time Registered Behavior Technician while also a stay at home mom to her son Odin. Once Odin went off to Kindergarten, Jessica began the Certified Course Sequence in Behavior Analysis at Southern CT State University and graduated in 2019. In 2020, during the height of the pandemic, Jessica passed her BCBA exam and excitedly began her next chapter in Behavior Analysis. Before joining CBH, she has acted as a Director of Home-Based ABA Services, gaining experience with individuals from ages 3-19. Jessica has been accepted to two PhD programs in Applied Behavior Analysis and is planning to choose a program to begin in the Fall of 2024. Her research interests include investigating a top down approach of training within school-based ABA programs. The purpose is for teachers to fully understand rationale, as well as be fully competent in applying evidence-based interventions. From there, teacher's will train para-educators on proper implementation of interventions, overseeing their implementation.
Jessica loves spending time with her family, camping, bowling, playing board games, watching movies, bike riding, and fishing. She is an intermediate Salsa dancer and enjoys weekly lessons and socials in the area. Jessica, a violist, enjoys playing alongside her son Odin, a cellist and supporting him during his football season.
Mrs. Snow is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst who joined CBH in 2021. Mrs. Snow received her dual undergraduate degree…
Job Titles:
- Licensed Master Social Worker
Kayla LaPointe is a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) who obtained a Master of Social Work degree from Southern Connecticut State University. Prior to this, Kayla also received a Bachelor of Social Work degree from Fairfield University. She has experience working with diverse clients in group and individual therapeutic settings and has a special interest in working with children, adolescents, and families. Kayla believes in meeting clients where they are in life and providing support to help them navigate through the challenges they may be facing. She is passionate about building strong therapeutic relationships and creating a safe, non-judgmental space where clients feel comfortable exploring and expressing their authentic self. Kayla takes a strengths-based approach and enjoys implementing creative modalities that meet the needs of individuals and families. She aims to work collaboratively with clients to reach their goals and create lasting change. Kayla joined CBH in 2023 and is excited to join the team as an outpatient clinician!
Mrs. Halstead is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst who joined CBH in 2011. Mrs. Halstead received her undergraduate degree in Human... More About Me
Ling is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst having obtained her Masters in Child Development and Special Education...
Mackenzi (she/her/hers) is a third-year doctoral student in clinical psychology at William James College in Boston...
Ms. Lane is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst who joined the CBH team in 2022. Ms. Lane received her undergraduate degree in Psychology from Charter Oak State College and her Master's Degree of Education with a concentration in Applied Behavior Analysis from Arizona State University. Ms. Lane has been a Licensed Behavior Analyst in the state of Connecticut since 2020. Ms. Lane has worked with individuals of all ages with a variety of special needs. Ms. Lane currently provides services for adolescents and adults with Intellectual Disabilities and Autism Spectrum Disorders receiving in-home supports as well as residing in forever DDS funded community homes.
Mr. Bloom is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst who joined CBH in 2021. Mr. Bloom received his undergraduate degree in Psychology with a concentration…
Mr. Meiners is a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst who joined CBH in 2009. Mr. Meiners received his undergraduate…
Rebecca is a dedicated and compassionate Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) with a passion for helping kids, adults, and families thrive. Rebecca has developed a strong understanding of social work principles and practices, utilizing a holistic approach to address the diverse needs of clients. Rebecca is skilled in providing counseling, advocacy, and support to individuals facing various challenges, including mental health issues such as depression, anxiety, autism, ADHD etc. Rebecca's prior professional experience includes, working with kids and adults with Autism, school social work, and working with individuals living below the poverty line. Through her empathetic nature and active listening skills, Rebecca creates a safe and nonjudgmental space for clients to explore their concerns and develop effective coping strategies. Rebecca strives to create a safe and inclusive environment where individuals can explore their strengths and develop the necessary skills to overcome challenges. Rebecca is committed to promoting social justice, empowerment, and positive change, striving to make a meaningful impact in the lives of those she serves. Rebecca holds a Master's in Social Work from Sacred Heart University and continues to expand her knowledge through ongoing professional development and engagement in the social work community. In her free time, Rebecca likes to listen to music, play with her dogs, spend time with friends and family, put together Lego's, do arts and crafts, watch TV and movies, travel, sing, and dance.
Sara Cosseboom is a Licensed Master Social Worker. Sara received her MSW from Quinnipiac University.
Job Titles:
- Licensed Master 's Level Social Worker
Sarah Garvey is a Licensed Master's Level Social worker, who joined CBH in 2023, with over ten years of experience working with children with a variety of needs and abilities and their families to best support their unique needs. She has worked in early childhood education settings, outpatient, in-home, and group therapeutic settings. Sarah obtained her undergraduate degree in Psychology, with a concentration in Early Childhood Education from Southern Connecticut State University, and earned her Master's degree in Social Work from Quinnipiac University with a concentration in Children and Families. Sarah has worked as a Behavior Technician with children and adolescents with autism in her work as a Birth to Three therapist and as a behavior technician to provide Applied Behavior Analysis therapy. She is very excited to bring her skills and passion to the CBH team!
Job Titles:
- Clinical Social Worker
- Director of Clinical Services
- Director of School Avoidance & Re - Entry Programming / Shelly McNulty
- Director of School Avoidance and Re - Integration Programs
Shelly McNulty is a licensed clinical social worker and the Director of Clinical Services and Therapeutic Home Services for Connecticut Behavioral Health. She received her bachelor's degree in sociology and applied behavioral sciences, with a minor in psychology from Eastern Connecticut State University in 1992. She completed her Master's in Social Work at University of Connecticut in 1998 and her Master's in School Psychology at Southern Connecticut State University in 2006, where she also completed her graduate work for her Educational Leadership - Intermediate Administrator's Certification in 2012.
Shelly's work has always been in supporting children, teens, and adults in living their best life. Shelly began her work supporting adults with developmental disabilities in group homes and day programs for adults. Shelly worked for over 8 years as a social worker and supervisor at the Department of Children and Families, advocating for children's safety and supporting families with difficult situations. For the last 20 years, Shelly has worked in a school system, in which she held several roles, including School Social Worker and Director of Special Education. Throughout Shelly's career, she has always sought out opportunities to expand her visibility and connection to the community in which she has worked, including prevention models that work for children, teens and families. This has included managing a"Community Conversation" Grant addressing parents and students concerns with bullying; arranging for State's Attorney to speak with parents , community and students regarding online safety; serving as the chair for prevention task force; and initiating a grant to implement Positive Behavior Supports in schools. Shelly's philosophy of ensuring children are emotionally well supported at home and has been evidenced in her creative and problem solving strategies to ensure children and teens are able to remain in their own neighborhood schools and communities as they manage their emotions in a supportive therapeutic environment.
Shelly's knowledge in family court, probate court and challenging family dynamics has been key in not only in addressing complex family issues, but has allowed her to build trusting relationships with the children, teens, parents and families she supports. Through her professional and personal experience she has come to realize that each child is a unique individual, who needs (and has the right to) a safe, secure, caring and stimulating environment to be able to achieve their fullest potential emotionally, physically, socially and intellectually. For this reason, careful attention is made to ensure that the child's needs are being met in balanced form. As a trained and educated social worker she is keenly aware of how small details of a child's life experience may impact their life in multiple environments.
Job Titles:
- Licensed Professional Counselor
Stephanie Hamed Borowy is a Licensed Professional Counselor, and a CT Certified School Psychologist. She has had extensive experience in behavior management and rehabilitation counseling, particularly in the area of brain injury. She has had extensive training in long term residential and outpatient settings, and in CT public schools. In particular, Ms. Borowy's training includes time on a secured residential unit for young adults post - brain injury, exhibiting persistent behavior problems, as well as in an alternative special education school for middle and high school students who required more individualized support than that available in a regular education school setting. Ms. Borowy earned a Bachelor's degree in Psychology at Connecticut College, in New London, CT, as well as a Master's degree in Counseling Psychology at Southern CT State University, in New Haven, CT. Finally, Ms. Borowy earned her Sixth Year Certification in School Psychology at Southern CT State University. She has worked for nearly twenty years as a Certified School Psychologist in CT, facilitating individual and group counseling, completing comprehensive psychoeducation assessments, and designing and implementing FBA's. Her current community involvement includes time spent volunteering with brain injury survivors in rehabilitation at Gaylord Hospital in Wallingford, CT, as well as with a local church youth group.
Stephen is a licensed Board Certified Behavior Analyst who first joined CBH in 2014. Stephen received a BA in English from the University…
Mrs. Green is well known throughout the City of New Haven for her previous work at The Children's Communities Program and Clifford Beers…