REBECCA RESNIK AND ASSOCIATES - Key Persons

Job Titles:

• Licensed Psychologist / Services

Dr. Aparna Rao joined the practice in 2014. She specializes in psychological evaluations of adolescents and adults. Dr. Rao has extensive experience in testing and therapy with children, adolescents, and adults in the private practice, hospital, and school settings. Education University of Michigan, Bachelor of Arts in English, 1997; The George Washington University, Doctor of Psychology, 2010 Internship and Post-Doctoral Training

Job Titles:

• Licensed Psychologist / Services

Dr. Feldman is a licensed psychologist who joined the practice in 2013. Dr. Feldman taught elementary school before pursuing her doctoral degree. She left the classroom in order to better advocate for children's academic, social and emotional needs and strengths at school, home, and in the community. Dr. Feldman is committed to unlocking each child's potential and supporting and collaborating with parents, families, and teachers to do the same. Education University of Richmond, BA, Cum Laude in Psychology; the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, PhD in School Psychology Internship and Post-Doctoral Fellowship APA Approved Internship at the Kennedy Krieger Institute at the Johns Hopkins School of Medicine

Dr. Caitlin Herman is a Licensed Psychologist and Neuropsychologist who specializes in conducting neuropsychological and psychoeducational assessments. She works with children, adolescents, and young adults and has training and experience in assessing a wide range neurodevelopmental and neuropsychological disorders. Dr. Herman focuses on providing clients and their families with an understanding of their profile of strengths and weaknesses, as well as appropriate recommendations for educational and treatment planning. Education College of Charleston, B.S. in psychology Loyola University Maryland, M.S. in clinical psychology Nova Southeastern University, Psy.D. in clinical psychology, Neuropsychology concentration Internship APA accredited internship at Child Provider Specialists (South Florida Consortium Internship Program) in Weston, FL. Post-Doctoral Fellowship

Job Titles:

• Licensed Psychologist / Services

Dr. Helen Ehlers works with children, adolescents, adults, and families to address concerns including anxiety, depressed mood, family stressors, transitions, social challenges, sleep disturbance, feeding difficulties, self-esteem, grief and loss, and difficulties related to medical conditions/procedures. Expertise Anxiety and Mood Disorders Parent Coaching (Teletherapy Option Available) Biofeedback Exposure Therapy for Phobias Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder Coping Skills Adjustment Disorders Sleep Disorders Chronic Pain Learning Disabilities Concussion

Job Titles:

• Licensed Clinical Psychologist / Services

Dr. Wills is a Licensed Psychologist who specializes in providing comprehensive evaluations for children, adolescents, and young adults with developmental, learning, behavioral, and social-emotional challenges. She has a particular expertise in working with individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder, including specialized training in the early diagnosis of infants and toddlers (12 months and up). All evaluations are individualized to meet the needs of each client. Dr. Wills takes a strengths-based approach to assessment and aims to capitalize on each individual's unique skill set, in addition to understanding and supporting areas of vulnerability. Education University of Maryland at College Park, B.A. in Psychology, 2009 The Catholic University of America, Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology, 2017

Job Titles:

• Neuropsychologist and past Maryland Psychological Association President

Fourteen years ago, she founded her practice to create both a center of clinical excellence and a place where every client is valued as an individual with unique gifts. Dr. Resnik believes that every person we see should leave feeling more hopeful, less stressed, and with a plan in hand for overcoming challenges.

Dr. Rachel Peterson is a Neuropsychologist and Licensed Psychologist who provides neuropsychological and psychological testing. She earned a Doctor of Psychology in School Psychology from Indiana University. Dr. Peterson completed her psychology internship training in Pediatric Neuropsychology at St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. Her two-year Post-Doctoral Fellowship in Neuropsychology was completed at The Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids) in Toronto, Canada. Dr. Peterson is a Licensed Psychologist in the state of Maryland. She holds a Master of Education in Learning Sciences from Indiana University (IU). She also earned a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology with a Certificate in Neuroscience from IU.

Job Titles:

• Director, Licensed Psychologist / Services

Background Dr. Rachel Singer (she/her), Clinical Director, is a licensed psychologist who specializes in providing evidence-based clinical interventions for children, adolescents, adults, and families. She strives to connect every potential client with interventions that are both customized to meet their needs and based on effective research. Dr. Singer believes every individual is their own best expert about their needs and preferences, and strives to build relationships that are warm, supportive, and empathic. "We all have the capacity to live a life that is meaningful and positive," says Dr. Singer. "Part of the challenge is identifying our goals and developing tools to navigate any obstacle that comes our way." Dr. Singer particularly specializes in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Exposure Therapy with Response Prevention, and Functional Family Therapy. She seeks to build on a foundation of multiculturally appropriate interventions and further empower her clients to make long-lasting changes in their own lives. With interventions, Dr. Singer likes to let "fun override the fear" to enable her clients to face difficult situations with confidence. She engages all clients, particularly her younger clients, using interactive and creative interventions to help sustain their motivation and enthusiasm for therapy.

Dr. Rachel Venezia is a Licensed Psychologist who provides neuropsychological evaluations and therapy to children, teens, and young adults. She earned a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from St. John's University. She completed her predoctoral internship in pediatric neuropsychology and pediatric psychology at Franciscan Children's, a post-acute rehabilitation hospital in Boston. She completed her postdoctoral fellowship in pediatric psychology, with a concentration in chronic pain, at Children's National Medical Center. She is a former DC public school teacher and graduated with honors from the University of Chicago.

Dr. Rebeca Resnik is an acclaimed speaker at national conferences and podcasts as well as local events. Dr. Resnik is an approved American Psychological Association Continuing Education Provider. This means she provides advanced training to other psychologists at the post doctoral level. Dr. Resnik has presented three times at the Maryland Psychological Association' s Annual Conference. In 2020, she presented on Neuropsychological Assessment of Gifted and Twice Exceptional Students. In Nov. of 2017, she and Dr. R Patrick Savage were selected to be the Featured Presenters at the Maryland Psychological Association's Annual State Conference, and conducted a 6 hour Continuing Education Course for psychologists titled Neuropsychological Interpretation of Achievement Tests: The Quest for Convergent Validity. She and Dr. Linda McGhee presented a three hour course at the conference in 2014 called First Do No Harm: The Ethics of Psychological Assessment.

Job Titles:

• Licensed Psychologist, Founding Partner / Services

Job Titles:

• Licensed Psychologist / Services

Dr. Robinson Gold is a Licensed Psychologist at Rebecca Resnik & Associates. She works with children, adolescents, and young adults providing comprehensive evaluations (psychological, psychoeducational, and admissions). In her evaluations, Dr. Gold strives to build strong connections with children and their families to best provide individualized recommendations, resources, and next steps for success. Education University of Rochester, B.A., cum laude with dual majors in Psychology and Spanish Loyola University Maryland, Psy.D. in Clinical Psychology

Job Titles:

• Director of Assessment Services at RRA
• Director, Licensed Psychologist / Services

Dr. Hardy serves as Director of Assessment Services at RRA. Dr. Hardy is a licensed psychologist with over 15 years experience specializing in comprehensive psychological assessment. She works with individuals of all ages (young children through adults) and tailors the evaluation to meet her clients' specific needs. With each evaluation, Dr. Hardy strives to explain the underlying factors interfering with success, highlight her clients' strengths, and equip clients, parents, and teachers with specific recommendations, resources, and next steps. Education Washington University in St. Louis, B.A. in Psychology in 1998; The George Washington University, Doctor of Psychology (Psy.D.) in 2004 Internship APA approved internship at the District of Columbia Superior Court / Child Guidance Clinic, a forensic clinic serving adolescents in the juvenile delinquency system

Job Titles:

• Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor

Elise is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor who has over thirty years of experience in the Behavioral Health Field. She specializes in working with children, adolescents, youth in transition, adults, families and couples. Elise has provided services in school, community based, inpatient psychiatric, partial hospital, psychiatric rehabilitation program, intensive outpatient, mobile treatment and residential crisis services programs settings. Elise is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in the State of Maryland (LCPC).

Job Titles:

• Licensed Clinical Social Worker / Services

Jessica Shen is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who is committed to supporting families in their unique story and facilitating steps to bring change. Jessica utilizes a biological and developmental framework, while employing different evidence-based practices. She specializes in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Family Systems, Mindfulness, as well as movement and play modalities. Ms. Shen is trained in EMDR for trauma treatment. We are excited to announce that she in process of training her very own Therapy Dog (certification date TBA!) Jessica Shen is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW-C) in the state of Maryland. She earned her Masters in Social Work from the University of Maryland, Baltimore in 2014. Jessica completed her Bachelors of Science in Biological Sciences with a concentration in Neurobiology and Physiology from the University of Maryland, College Park in 2010. Jessica has worked with families in a variety of settings including in-home therapy, school-based therapy, as well as outpatient clinics. She advocated for clients in 504 and IEP meetings, and has helped create recommendations for behavior plans. Her experience with children, teens, young adults, and parents from a wide range of cultures and backgrounds has grounded her practice with clients to include a strong focus on biological, developmental, and cultural factors.

Job Titles:

• Licensed Psychologist and past Maryland Psychological Association President

Job Titles:

• Licensed Social Worker ( LMSW ) in the State of Maryland / Services

Mr. Bryant Lemus is a Licensed Social Worker (LMSW) in the state of Maryland. Bryant earned his Masters in Social Work at the University of Maryland, Baltimore and received his Bachelors of Science in Psychology from Towson. Bryant is a bilingual therapist who specializes in helping individuals and families learn, process, and cope with constant challenges and struggles. Over the past 5 years, Bryant has worked with a wide range of clients and disorders to include mood disorders, trauma, adjustment disorders and individuals who are Neurodiverse. "Working with children on the spectrum is my passion and I tailor therapy to their needs. I have experience with working with students on all levels of the Autism Spectrum. I incorporate family, individual, art, play and expressive therapy when working with children on the spectrum. Positive & negative reinforcement, prompting, fading, behavior contracts, communication skills, and role play are also incorporated in therapy sessions. I encourage a family systems approach incorporating family, school, students needs, and environment." Bryant is trained in a wide variety of treatment approaches including: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Family Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and expressive therapies (e.g. art and play therapy). Bryant has experience working in a variety of settings including: intensive outpatient, community based centers, schools, and private practice. Bryant has experience working with children, adolescents/young adults, and adults who have a wide range of concerns including: anxiety, depression, self-esteem, impulse control, stress management, and family or other relational conflict. Bryant says, "I love what I do. I help people make peace with their thoughts. I use a family systems approach to help my clients, along with their uniqueness, to cater an individual therapeutic plan. I believe that everyone is unique and their own expert. I provide an open, safe, non-judgmental environment where my clients can express their trauma, thoughts, and feelings while getting the tools to approach life. Let's work together and specifically tailor therapy for your needs. Thank you for allowing me to be a part of your journey while we navigate together." When working with children on the spectrum, Bryant believes strongly in the power of partnership and advocates that parental involvement is essential in treatment. Bryant welcomes all clients regardless of age, sex, or gender.

Job Titles:

• Director, Licensed Clinical Social Worker / Services

Ms. Marvie Corbett serves as one of our Directors of Psychotherapy and our Director of Educational Advocacy. Marvie is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW-C) in the state of Maryland. She has been in the field for over 10 years. Marvie earned her Masters in Social Work at the University of Maryland, Baltimore in 2013. Marvie graduated from West Virginia University in 2008 with a Bachelor's of Arts is Psychology. Marvie specializes in helping individuals, couples, and families learn to understand their unique and hidden strengths, even those that sometimes present as barriers. Marvie works with clients to utilize these strengths to develop new skills and behaviors that help them to feel more empowered, to increase self-worth, to improve intrinsic motivation, and to feel healthy control over thoughts and feelings. Marvie has experience working in a variety of settings including: psychiatric inpatient, residential, partial hospitalization, intensive outpatient, community based centers, schools, and private practice. Marvie has experience working with children, adolescents/young adults, and adults who have a wide range of concerns including: anxiety, depression, self-esteem, impulse control, stress management, and family or other relational conflict. Additionally, she has experience supporting and helping those with trauma, OCD, and attachment related symptoms. Marvie is trained in a wide variety of treatment approaches including: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Family Therapy, Internal Family Systems, Systemic Therapy, and expressive therapies (e.g. art and sand tray therapy). Marvie says, "Learning to understand and utilize the strengths we already have can be life changing. I have an eclectic approach, meaning I am going to partner with my clients to determine their interests and to create a therapeutic plan. All of us deserve to feel empowered and to have the opportunity to realize our core strengths; even those that have been hidden by trauma or other challenges. I do all I can to help my clients achieve this in a way that is meaningful for them." When working with younger clients, Marvie believes strongly in the power of partnership and advocates that parental involvement is essential in treatment. Marvie understands that a child's life includes many players, especially the family, but also teachers, coaches, and doctors. Marvie welcomes collaboration with each client's team. Marvie has also spent time as an Early Childhood Mental Health Consultant. She partnered with Childhood Development Centers in Montgomery County to support children presenting with developmental, emotional, and behavioral challenges. Her work centered on coaching parents, teachers, and educational leaders in the early development of social-emotional skills. This work incorporated 1:1 work with children, school observations, parent meetings, school meetings, IEP and 504 meetings, behavioral action plan creation, and linkages to services.

Job Titles:

• Licensed Clinical Social Worker / Services

Rachel Rosenthal is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who specializes in working with children, adolescents, young adults, and families. Rachel strives to create a safe, warm, and inviting environment that cultivates growth to help the client advance in their personal therapeutic goals. She tailors her approach for each individual client; however, she particularly enjoys using elements of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Expressive Arts Therapy, Family Systems Therapy, and Mindfulness. Rachel strongly believes in interdisciplinary teamwork to advocate for her clients' therapeutic needs. She recognizes that seeking therapy can be daunting, but also courageous. Working with a therapist who is a good "fit" is imperative and that is why she strongly believes the best work comes from being creative and meeting the client where they are. Rachel works from a strengths-based perspective which reinforces the growth the client makes in each step of their therapeutic journey. Rachel Rosenthal is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW-C) in the state of Maryland. She earned her Master of Social Work in 2010 from New York University. She also holds a Bachelor of Arts from Hofstra University. Rachel's extensive background includes serving clients with a wide range of diagnoses across all levels of care, including: Child Welfare, Partial Hospitalization Programs, Therapeutic Group Homes, Domestic Violence Organizations, and Private Practice.

Job Titles:

• Licensed Clinical Social Worker

Selena Meetze is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW-C) who specializes in working with children and adolescents in an individual and family setting. She utilizes a variety of treatment modalities in her practice including Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness, Family Systems and Motivational Interviewing skills (MI). Selena collaborates with the client and family to determine the therapeutic goals, length of treatment (long term or brief intervention) and develop an individualized treatment plan. Selena Meetze is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW-C) in the state of Maryland. She earned her Master's in Social Work from the University of Maryland, Baltimore in 2018. Selena completed her Bachelors of Arts in Sociology with a minor in Human Development from the University of Maryland, College Park in 2014. Selena has worked with clients and families in a variety of settings including in-home services, Partial Hospitalization Programs, Intensive Therapeutic Group Homes, Youth Shelters, and school-based settings. She works collaboratively with the client and their support system to create an integrated treatment plan which engages, assists and empowers the client to make positive steps in achieving their therapeutic goals.

Job Titles:

• Clinical Director
• Clinical Director, LCSW - C
• Licensed Clinical Social Worker

Simone Schwager, Clinical Director, is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who specializes in working with children, adolescents, and young adults who are seeking support with mood and adjustment difficulties. In addition, Simone also has extensive experience working with parents for parenting support and family therapy to help support the family system. She has advanced training in multiple evidence based treatments including Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Dialectical Behavior therapy, Mindfulness work. Simone is also a Certified Mental Health Integrative Medicine Provider Simone Schwager is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW-C) in the state of Maryland. She earned her Master of Science in Social Work in 2008 with a focus in Clinical Social Work and a sub-specialization in Substance Abuse. She also holds a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from UMBC, the Honors College of the University of Maryland System. Simone's extensive background includes serving clients with a wide range of diagnoses across all levels of care, including: psychiatric inpatient, Partial Hospitalization, Intensive Outpatient, and private practice settings. In addition to private practice, Simone served as a director for a successful Partial Hospitalization Program for adolescents. She has experience developing innovative programs and curricula for crisis intervention.