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I am an energetic and open-minded and goal-oriented therapist. My goal is to help clients understand their feelings, thoughts, perceptions and strengths. I have a MA in Counseling Psychology with 21 years of practice. I have knowledge in working with behavioral challenges, parenting skills, anxiety, grief and depression. I have worked in Intensive Outpatient, Outpatient and school settings. My work experience includes working with children, adolescence, couples and families.

Dr. Melissa Scollan Koliopoulos has shown exemplary leadership as a nationally and internationally recognized nurse practitioner in the areas of research, scholarship, and academia. She is board-certified by the Academy of Nurse Practitioners as a Family Nurse Practitioner. She is also board-certified by the American Nurse Credentialing Center as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. Her area of expertise is the intertwining of psychosocial and mental health aspects of diabetes health and behavior.

I have extensive experience in behavioral health. I will partner with you to identify goals and approaches that meet your needs.

I am a Licensed Social Worker with over 16 years of experience in the social work field. I earned my Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in Social Work from Rutgers University and my Doctorate in Social Work from Capella University. Throughout my career, I have worked with individuals from diverse backgrounds who are navigating anxiety, depression, grief, relationship challenges, life transitions, self-esteem concerns, and trauma.

I believe therapy should be a space where you can show up as you are without fear of judgment. My goal is to provide a safe and supportive environment where you feel heard, understood, and empowered to explore the experiences that have shaped you while developing the tools needed to move forward.

My current credentials are as a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Licensed Professional Art Therapist (LPAT), Board Certified Art Therapist (ATR-BC), and Nationally Certified Counselor (NCC). As an immigrant myself, I understand the multi-level variables that take place when adapting to a new culture. Besides, speaking English I am fluent in Spanish and I enjoy working with my Spanish-speaking community. Throughout my years in the mental health field, I have worked with children of diverse ages providing social skills and I have over seven years of experience working for adults in the ID/DD population in both, community and residential settings.

My name is Shannon Hollfelder, LPC. I completed my Master's degree and internship at Caldwell University. I specialize in cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and motivational interviewing (MI) to support growth and change in the clients I work with.

My practice centers on supporting women through their life cycles : from young adulthood to retirement. My work centers on helping my clients create greater balance in relationships, increase self-care and challenge cultural and societal norma and how these impact their lives. .

My love for Social Work comes from personal life experiences and wanting to help people see the beauty in life again.

I attended Lebanon Valley College and obtained my Bachelors in Psychology and then I graduated from Monmouth University with my Masters in Social Work. I have been in the field for 5 years and continue to expand my knowledge. I have experience with both mental health and addiction, spending the first part of my career in in-patient. I currently work full time for an Outpatient mental health and substance abuse clinic helping a very focused and specific population.

Everyone needs help sometimes, and I am here to listen.

I am passionate and empathetic and I believe in always giving that to my clients.

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor offering virtual therapy in Connecticut, New Jersey, Maryland, and Virginia. I hold a Ph.D. in Counseling Education and Supervision and specialize in working with individuals navigating the impact of childhood maltreatment and trauma, including sexual abuse. I also support women living with autoimmune diseases who are managing the emotional and psychological toll of chronic illness.