Hello! My name is Elisa Carlino and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I have been devoted to health and wellness for over two decades. I first began helping individuals as a group fitness instructor for 14 years. I then graduated from The State University of New York at Buffalo with a Joint Bachelor of Arts and Master in Social Work. I began working with children and families as a Child and Family clinical therapist, in addition to providing counseling to children who had endured abuse and neglect. Next, I worked as a Medical Social Worker at a cancer hospital, supporting patients through diagnosis and treatment as well as supporting family members’ of patients through diagnosis, grief, and loss. I also worked in the public school system with teachers, students, parents, administration, as well as with community supports. Recently, I have been working as a remote therapist for 4 years.
As a Psychotherapist, I believe that everyone already has the tools they need to be their most productive and successful self. Sometimes people just need the support and encouragement from an outside source to reach their personal "happy place". Every patient has a right to Self-Determination and Self-Awareness. Psychotherapy can help develop insight, coping mechanisms, and social skills to help us build stronger relationships.
Hi, I’m Carolyn — I’m a licensed mental health counselor dedicated to supporting adults and parents throughout New York and Connecticut as they navigate the deeply personal transitions of pregnancy, postpartum, and parenthood. With a background in inpatient, outpatient, and in-home therapeutic settings, I bring over a decade of experience walking alongside clients through moments of challenge, transition, and healing. Today, in my private practice, I specialize in perinatal mental health — offering a warm, nonjudgmental space for mothers, fathers, and caregivers navigating the emotional complexities of fertility, birth, postpartum recovery, and parenting. I hold a Perinatal Mental Health Certification (PMH-C) and earned my master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Fairfield University. My approach blends clinical expertise with compassion, tailored support, and the belief that seeking help is a strength, especially when caring for others begins with caring for yourself.
I’m a therapist who values curiosity, collaboration, and meeting you where you are. I’ve had the honor of working in this field for over 10 years, and I’m still deeply passionate about the work I do. My approach is grounded in showing up as a human sitting with another human. I prioritize getting to know you as the complex individual you are and building a strong, trusting, therapeutic relationship above everything else.
Therapy won’t make you perfect or more worthy, but that’s not the goal. When you feel lost, overwhelmed, or alone in your experience, I’ll sit with you in that space. With compassion and honesty, I’ll support you in understanding yourself more deeply and figuring out what you want out of your life and how to move toward it.
Hello, my name is Cathy Ruffin and I am a licensed therapist specializing in trauma and trauma related issues. I also treat those with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, life transitions and loss. I use a biopsychosocial approach that recognizes the importance of addressing the interaction between physical, psychological, and social factors in both the prevent and management of symptoms.
I have over 25 years of experience and will provide a nonjudgemental, warm and relational style of therapy. I am licensed in the following stated and jurisdictions. AZ, CA, DC, DE, FL, IL, MD, MI, NJ, NV, NY, OR, PA, TX, VA, VT, AND WA.
I am an LCSW, Columbia university graduate. I discovered the field of social through my sister's chronic illness as a child. The hospital social worker who worked with my sister and family opened my eyes to the compassion that is needed in caring for and connecting to families undergoing unanticipated difficulties. From a young age, I knew I wanted to help others with processing difficult life experiences.
Hi! I am Cheryl. I know reaching out for therapy can feel overwhelming, but I am so glad you are here. I help teens and adults figure out how to handle constant worry, big life changes, and the stress of relationships or a new baby. I also help people who are totally exhausted fix their bad sleep habits so they can finally rest. My goal is to give you a warm, judgment-free space to untangle your thoughts. If it makes you more comfortable, we can talk in English, Mandarin, or Taiwanese!