Our Counselors
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Brandon Roman, LMHC-D
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Owner and Practice Manager
“Change comes about as a result of full acceptance of what is, rather than striving to be different” - Arnold Beisser, on the paradox of change
“Beyond the mountains, more mountains.” - Haitian Proverb
Brandon brings an easy manner to his 15+ years of clinical experience. He sees therapy as a place where real, honest conversations help us deeply learn about who we are, and move toward that potential. Brandon provides supervision and continuing education for the practice, and handles all billing and insurance related questions. He is also an adjunct instructor of Counselor Education at SUNY New Paltz. His most important job is being a good father, and any other free moments are usually spent running, biking, hiking, camping (playing outside).
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Anastasia DuVal-Yonnetti, LMHC
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Clinical Supervisor
Anastasia is a warm and empathic person who brings authenticity and humor to her work. She considers it an honor to hear people's stories and help them build healthier, more compassionate relationships with themselves. She also provides clinical supervision for therapists pursuing licensure. Outside of work she enjoys knitting, singing, hiking, biking, eating, traveling, loving her dogs, and being a Dolly Parton superfan.
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Bobby Owens, LMHC
Licensed Mental Health Counselor
Bobby's clients see him as a real person who is easy to relate and speak with. He makes counseling about their goals and needs, treating each session as an open forum led by the client, while steering them toward healthier ways of dealing with problems. Bobby enjoys an active life (loves playing ultimate frisbee), and emphasizes the value of physical health on mental/emotional well-being. He is a dog lover, so if you have remote/video sessions with Bobby, expect occasional visits or barks from his pets.
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Michele Lauro, LMHC
Licensed Mental Health Counselor
Michele is a caring, compassionate, and experienced therapist. She see happiness and fulfillment as attainable for everyone. but understands how painful experiences can leave someone feeling inadequate, incapable and even broken at times. In her work, she helps people recognize their value and worth, and work toward achieving goals and dreams.
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Francesca Sills, LMHC
Francesca is caring, curious, and enthusiastic as both person and counselor. She helps people develop a deeper understanding of how their experiences have shaped them. When feeling genuinely supported and safe in session, her clients can work toward feeling more grounded in their body and outside lives.. Francesca takes care of herself by gardening and spending time in nature, usually accompanied by her two dogs.
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Nick Lemus, LMHC
“25,550 days. The average lifespan is 70 years. That’s 25,550 days. How wil you spend this one?” - Prem Rawatt
Nick’s warmth and thoughtful curiosity is conveyed when you talk to him. Through exploring values and understanding what is important to his clients, he helps them move toward who they want to become and live a more fulfilling life. Nick recharges by spending time outside, playing video games, and watching anime (feel free to ask him about what can be learn about ourselves through the characters you identify with).
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Matt Chason, LMHC
Matt’s understanding and non-judgmental nature helps people feel worthy and valued from within. He approaches his work believing that all people learn and grow through life, and that includes himself alongside his clients. By creating a space that allows people to be experts on themselves, they gain confidence in making decisions and directing their lives. Matt tries to be open to experiencing what he values most: important relationships, playing music, his cat, and taking in small moments as they come.
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John House Wilson MHC-LP
John forms genuine connections with his clients by being his warm, open, and good-humored self. By carefully attending to people’s stories, and trying to understand them holistically, he develops the type of meaningful relationships that he believes makes therapy transformational. John’s experience as teacher, trained play therapist, and parent all inform his work. He finds joy through humor outside of work as well (enjoying improv and stand up), and shares a deep appreciation of the natural world.
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Olivia Hohlweck, MHC-LP
Olivia is compassionate, thoughtful, and gentle, and this helps her clients feel safe to be themselves. She believes that connection is at the heart of healing, and by leading with curiosity, clients can process and integrate their experiences to cultivate meaningful lives. She has always been inspired by the depths of what it means to be human, honoring each person’s unique experience and their journey of growth. Outside work, she finds fulfillment in travel, strolls through nature, dancing, and playing with her two cats.