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Madeleine (pronounced Ma-duh-lynn) is a clinical social worker who works with individuals of various backgrounds, including children, adolescents, and adults. She graduated with an undergraduate degree from Michigan State University and a master’s in social work from the University of Michigan. Madeleine grew up in Metro-Detroit and is excited to create deeper roots in the community. She uses numerous evidence-based approaches to assist those seeking treatment to accomplish individualized goals as determined by the client. Madeleine has experience working with individuals with multiple diagnoses including, but not limited to, depressive disorders, anxiety disorders, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Body Dysmorphia, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, and adjustment disorders. Madeleine also works with individuals to improve self-image, address disordered eating, and cope with grief. She enjoys spending time with her children and husband, going on walks with her dog and watching movies (especially Disney Animated Classics). 

Brittney is a Fully Licensed Clinical Master Social Worker with a Level II endorsement in Infant Mental Health. She received her bachelor’s of social work degree from the University of Detroit-Mercy and her master’s of social work degree from Wayne State University. She specializes in working with adults and children experiencing depression, anxiety, ADHD, relationship issues, self-esteem issues, and behavioral issues. She prides herself in building relationships with her clients to meet their goals.

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Sarah received her MSW from the University of Michigan and spent several years working in Infant Mental Health before coming to JFS. Sarah has experience working with children and adults through life transitions, pregnancy and postpartum, grief and loss, trauma, parent-child interactions, relationship changes and behavioral challenges. Sarah has training in Child-Parent Psychotherapy, Perinatal Mental Health, Infant Mental Health, Play Therapy, Parent Management and Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. Sarah uses a person-centered, strengths-focused approach when working with individuals. When Sarah is not in the office, she enjoys hiking, good coffee and going on adventures with her family. 

Shari-Beth takes a collaborative, person- and family-centered approach to support people of all ages in addressing their behavioral health needs. She sees psychotherapy as a relationship and process that helps build competence and confidence, belonging and connection, and a life of personal meaning. Shari received her master’s degree from the University of Michigan School of Social Work and believes in continuous learning in order to be able to draw from the most current research based tools, including EMDR, Motivational Interviewing, Solution Focused and Narrative therapies, play therapy, Parent Management Training – Oregon Model, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). When not working, Shari enjoys sailing, creating a naturalized garden for wildlife, and spending time with human (and animal) family and friends.

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Chanoch is a clinical social worker. He received his MSW, with a certificate in School Social Work, from Wurzweiler School of Social Work at Yeshiva University. For 15 years, prior to engaging in the field of psychotherapy, he served in Jewish community outreach and services, where he offered counseling to individuals and families.    

Chanoch has held a life-long deep interest in understanding the human condition. He cherishes a person-centered approach, recognizing the individual’s inherent self-worth and determination. His therapeutic approach is founded on complete acceptance and empathy. He specializes in assisting clients trying to navigate life’s personal and relationship challenges.  

Chanoch’s go-to soothing hobbies include strumming a few chords on guitar, nature excursions, or tackling random DYI projects while listening to audiobooks. 

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A graduate of the Wurzweiler School of Social Work, Avi Kohn specializes in helping adults gain self-awareness, and attain functionality in their personal and interpersonal lives. Avi’s other work as a school social worker gives him a unique understanding of families as a whole, which he uses to help his clients. His primary modalities are Humanistic Therapy and IFS (Internal Family Systems Therapy), as well psychoeducation and Motivational Interviewing. Avi also thoroughly enjoys conducting group work for men looking to grow in their role as fathers and in general. When he’s not in session, Avi can be found spending time with his family, studying Torah or playing hockey. 

Director of Behavioral Health

Kerri is a licensed clinical social worker, certified school social worker and graduate of Silberman School of Social Work at Hunter College. Kerri has specialized training in a variety of treatments including Play Therapy, Creative Arts Therapy, solutions-focused therapy, Cognitive Behavioral therapy, and trauma-informed treatment, and has post-graduate certifications in Child and Family Therapy and Clinical Supervision. She has worked in a variety of roles: providing direct clinical services, supervising, consulting, and building and facilitating professional development for clinicians and professionals in organizations and school districts. As Director of Behavioral Health, Kerri is committed to providing quality supervision and oversight for behavioral health services, developing and implementing policies and protocols across the organization, supporting multidisciplinary teams, and developing partnerships with community-based resources. After work hours, Kerri enjoys spending time with family and friends and staying active by playing ice hockey.

Nacha has been working with older adolescents, adults, couples, families and groups for more than 20 years. Using a range of methods, including cognitive-behavioral, insight-oriented, and psycho-educational, she helps clients develop hope and self-esteem while acquiring adaptive coping skills. Nacha specializes in mood disorders, anxiety, OCD, substance abuse, women’s issues, relationship difficulties, adjustment and transition issues, and the aftermath of trauma, grief, and loss.

Patricia Moskos is a Michigan Licensed Master’s Social Worker and Certified Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor with 23 years of experience. She graduated from the University of Michigan School of Social Work and has worked with youth, adults and older adults. She specializes in trauma, PTSD, depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, dual diagnosis, and addiction and uses modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Motivational Interviewing, and Trauma Informed Treatment. She can help clients build a more satisfying and healthy lifestyle, pressing on with confidence in the journey to reach one’s full potential. When she’s not working, Patricia enjoys gardening, taking long walks in nature, visiting close friends and relatives, including grandchildren, and traveling.

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Kyle is a clinical social worker with a certification in substance abuse who works with adolescents and adults from any walk of life. He graduated with a bachelor’s from Eastern Michigan University and a master’s in social work from Wayne State University. Kyle has built his career around preventing the need for second chances and for moving forward with another chance through high school intervention programs, residential rehabilitations, and Medication Assisted Treatment programs. He primarily utilizes Motivational Enhancement Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Family Systems, Eye-Movement Desensitization Reprocessing, and other trauma-informed care. Kyle’s hobbies include playing Dungeons & Dragons and video games as well as going to the movies with his wife.

Geena received her bachelor’s in psychology from Oakland University, and her master’s in social work from University of Michigan. She has worked with children, teens, families, and adults in agency and hospital settings and uses a collaborative and person-centered approach in therapy. She has experience working with survivors of trauma and is certified in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, used for a reduction in PTSD symptoms in children and adolescents. Geena uses an integrative approach individualized to each client using modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, directive and non-directive play therapy and/or Dialectical Behavioral Therapy. When she is not in session, Geena enjoys being in nature, reading, cooking, and spending time with her kitten.

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Rina received her BSW from Wayne State University and her MSW from Yeshiva University. She is passionate about working with clients across the lifespan, particularly individuals and families navigating aging and caregiving related issues, and women and families navigating pregnancy, postpartum, infertility and loss. Rina is certified in perinatal mental health through Postpartum Support International and facilitates a postpartum support group for moms in the community. Some of her other clinical interests include Intuitive Eating and weight neutrality, mindfulness and meditation, and the intersection of nature and mental health. Rina uses an eclectic, supportive, person-centered approach to therapy. When she’s not in session you can find Rina reading, hiking, or on the hunt for a really good bar of chocolate. 

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Robert is a fully licensed clinical social worker who earned his master’s degree in social work from Wayne State University. He is also credentialed as a Certified Advanced Alcohol & Drug Counselor (CAADC) through The Michigan Certification Board for Addiction for Professionals (MCBAP). His previous work experience has involved both individuals and families impacted by substance and process addictions, Serious Mental Illness (SMI), homelessness, trauma and life transitions. Robert has also previously worked as a case manager for individuals and families suffering from chronic health concerns and assisting them in navigating and addressing their medical, social, emotional and psychological needs. He currently works with clients across the lifespan including children/adolescents, adults and geriatric clients. In his work Robert embraces a humanistic, person-centered and trauma informed approach to nurture a supportive environment in which therapy is a collaborative effort involving both the therapist and client. In his work he utilizes several evidenced based practices including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, solution-focused therapy, mindfulness, play therapy and Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT). 

Ciandra graduated from the University of Windsor in 2011 and has been working in the clinical field since, with a focus on persistent mental illness, inpatient psychiatric hospitalizations, and residential and outpatient substance use. Using a broad range of clinical techniques including, but not limited to, cognitive behavioral, psychoanalytic, eye movement reprocessing and desensitization, Ciandra works to meet client’s therapeutic needs using a person-centered approach and to best meet client’s individual goals.

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Eli is a clinical social worker who works with children, teens and adults. He takes a whole-person approach to care and draws from a wide range of modalities and perspectives to best engage with each client. Eli has a focus on the anxiety disorders and has received certification in childhood anxiety and in ADHD support. He has experience collaborating with individuals and their families to create an optimal environment for clients to thrive. Eli graduated Daemen College with an MSW. He is an active member of his synagogue, loves to learn new things, and especially enjoys spending time with his family.  

Zachary is a clinical social worker and a certified advanced alcohol and drug counselor who received his master’s degree from Wayne State University. He takes a person-centered approach when working with clients, following person-centered therapy principles. Relying on his training in psychodynamics, cognitive-behavioral therapy, mindfulness and motivational interviewing, Zachary takes a holistic approach, paying special attention to creativity, free will and positive human potential. He believes everyone has the capacity for self-direction, recovery, enlightenment and self-actualization.