Kerry Pitter, Psy.D., BCBA

CLINICAL & MANAGING DIRECTOR, LICENSED PSYCHOLOGIST

SPECIALTY: COLLEGE STUDENTS, ADULTS, ANXIETY, DEPRESSION, TESTING AND EVALUATION

Dr. Pitter serves as the Clinical and Managing Director of POSS. As a licensed psychologist in NY and NJ, she primarily works with college students, young adults, and adults to relieve symptoms of stress related to anxiety, depression, and low-self-confidence. Dr. Pitter received her doctoral degree from Fairleigh Dickinson University. Upon completion of her post-doctoral internship, she worked for private agencies delivering in-home therapeutic services. She has also worked in residential facilities, university clinics and has done consulting work for private and public schools. She is formerly an adjunct professor in psychology who has taught classes in Developmental Psychology and Psychological Testing and Assessment at the undergraduate and graduate levels. Dr. Pitter specializes in assessment and evaluation and provides these services to county and local municipalities. Some of these assessments are for court-involved children and adolescents.

In her therapeutic practice, she uses evidence-based approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and mindfulness techniques. Dr. Pitter recognizes the uniqueness of each individual and therefore tailors treatment accordingly, while placing emphasis on the therapeutic relationship and striving to create a healing environment. Her views of therapy are one that is a guided discovery in which clients examine issues, gain new perspectives, and develop and practice coping skills. She prioritizes empathy, collaboration, and goal-orientation while helping people identify and change ineffective patterns of thinking, to live a fuller and satisfying life.

Dr. Pitter also has experience working with children and adolescents with developmental disabilities. Post-doctoral certification was earned as Board Certified Behavior Analyst after completing the advanced-ABA program at the City University of New York (CUNY). Although she primarily diagnoses individuals suspected of having autism, she also oversees appropriate treatment planning for individuals with ASD.

Melanie Mollozzi, LCSW

CLINICAL SUPERVISOR/MANAGING PARTNER

SPECIALTY: ADULTS, ANXIETY DISORDERS, DEPRESSIVE DISORDERS, CHILDHOOD DISORDERS (E.G. ADHD, ODD), STRESSORS RELATED TO DAILY FUNCTIONING AND FAMILY CONFLICT

Melanie Mollozzi is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Certified School Social Worker in the state of New Jersey. She currently holds certification as a Clinical Social Work Supervisor. She completed her Master’s degree in Social Work from Rutgers University, where she also completed her Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology.

Melanie is experienced in providing evaluations, case management services, therapy, and support to address the needs of children from preschool through high school, as well as their families. She has worked with clients at various levels of care ranging from outpatient services to more intensive levels of care including residential treatment. Additionally, she provides clinical supervision to Licensed Social Workers working toward their clinical licensure.

While her primary treatment approach is Cognitive Behavioral in nature, she uses a strengths-based perspective and incorporates techniques from solution focused lens, as well as other treatment modalities based on individualized needs of each client.

Melanie focuses on meeting each client where they are at the inception of treatment. Once the starting point is established, Melanie facilitates the growth process by helping her clients explore the impact of current behavior on overall functioning. Her goal is to identify barriers to client functioning, and to explore ways to overcome those barriers. Through the therapeutic process, the client is expected to establish a safe and supportive environment to share their thoughts, beliefs and attitudes to improve their overall quality of life. 

Carl Grimm, LCSW

CLINICAL SUPERVISOR/PSYCHOTHERAPIST

SPECIALTY: SUPERVISION, MEN’S ISSUES, ANXIETY, DEPRESSION, TRAUMA

Carl T Grimm is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of Florida and New Jersey.  He graduated from Columbia School of Social Work.  Carl supervises the practice of many of our clinicians. 

Carl is a Certified Cognitive-Behavioral Therapist-CCBT, a title granted by the National Association of Cognitive Behavioral Therapists in 2002. Additionally, Carl received a certificate in Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy from the William Alanson White Institute in 2007. He has also received advanced training and certifications in Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy from the Albert Ellis Institute. He uses his clinical judgement to discern which is the right approach or combination of approaches to engage clients in the therapeutic process. 

Carl has vast experience treating many mental health needs. Some of these include: Depression and anxiety, addictions, relationship difficulties, adults with stressful life-circumstances, those coping with aging family members, survivors of childhood abuse, veterans, medical trauma survivors and those living with a debilitating or terminal illness.

Sheena Yenchak, MAE, BCBA

CLINICAL SUPERVISOR/MANAGING PARTNER ABA SERVICES

SPECIALTY: CHILDREN & ADOLESCENTS, AUTISM SPECTRUM DISORDER, ADHD, PARENT TRAINING

Sheena Yenchak currently holds certification a as a Board Certified Behavior Analyst, School Psychometrist, K-6 special education teacher through the state of New Jersey and has a Master’s of Arts in Collaborative Education grades K-12 from the University of Alabama Birmingham. She completed coursework toward certification as a BCBA form the Florida Institute of Technology.

During her teaching career, she had the opportunity to both attend and present at many professional development seminars on classroom management and behavior modification. Sheena has a wealth of experience with children classified with educational disabilities. Over the past 15 years, she has taught pre‐Kindergarten to 6th grade in a range of school settings, including full inclusion, resource instruction, self-contained, and a comprehensive treatment center. As an educator, she had the privilege of serving her students, parents, and colleagues in a variety of leadership positions such as lead teacher, Intel Teach selected participant, assistive technology representative, and inclusion programming leader.

Her current area of professional focus is serving children and adolescents diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder. In her role as a BCBA, she conducts Functional Behavioral Assessments, develops Behavior Improvement Plans, and continually monitors the effective of interventions for her clients. She also shares a love for movement and dance!!

Michelle Rivkin, LPC

PSYCHOTHERAPIST

SPECIALTY: CHILDREN, ADULTS, COUPLES, GENERAL LIFE STRESSORS, ANXIETY AND MOOD DISORDERS, PARENTING, RELATIONSHIP DIFFICULTY, ADHD, AUTISM SPECTRUM DISORDER, OCD

Michelle Rivkin, LPC is a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of New Jersey.  

Michelle majored in Psychology at Brooklyn College where she completed her undergraduate coursework and graduated Summa Cum Laude. She then went on to receive her Master of Arts in Psychology at Towson University.  She completed the required training to receive her licensing as a Professional Counselor in Clinical Psychology at Loyola University. After several years in practice, Michelle expanded her foundation of expertise through completing an Applied Behavioral Analysis program at Penn State University where she earned her Graduate Certificate as a Board Certified Behavior Analyst.

Michelle provides individual recognition for children, adolescents, adults, couples and families coping with multiple issues in order to provide appropriate counseling and support.  Michelle works in diverse settings, designed to provide a variety of counseling and support services. Michelle provides clients with an approach to therapy combining CBT, Solution Focused Orientation with Positive Psychology.

Michelle prioritizes helping clients identify specific behavioral goals, understand the impact of their thoughts on their behaviors, and agree on strategy implementation in order to  achieve these goals. Michelle provides clients with a safe and collaborative environment to support their exploration of positive experiences. She also help her clients to recognize and develop their strengths in order to increase their sense of empowerment, promote resiliency, develop greater self-acceptance and grow and improve their lives.

Shaynna Hunter, LCSW

CLINICAL SUPERVISOR/MANAGING PARTNER

SPECIALTY: ADOLESCENTS, ADULTS, FAMILIES, TRAUMA, DOMESTIC VIOLENCE, DEPRESSION, ANXIETY AND SEXUAL IDENTITIES, LGBTQ

Shaynna Hunter is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the State of New Jersey.  She has been providing counseling services for twenty years. She has experience working with Adult and Child Psychiatric patients at Beth Israel Hospital and St. James Hospital in New Jersey. She has extensive experience working with children with disabilities and special needs. 

Shaynna earned her master’s degree in Social Work from Rutgers University.  She has received a Certification in Advance Clinical Practice from New York University – Post Masters Social Work Program. 

Shaynna provides supervision for bachelor’s and master’s level Social Work students. And provides clinical supervision for master’s level LCSW candidates.    

She provides individual and group therapy.   Professionalism, communication, and quality therapeutic services are her strengths. Her clinical focus utilizes evidence-based therapies to include: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Interpersonal Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and Parenting Skills Training.

Roderick D. Singleton, LCSW

MANAGING PARTNER

Specialty: Men’s Issues, Anxiety, Life Transition Issues, Substance Abuse and Caregiver Stress

Roderick Singleton is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of New Jersey. He completed his Master’s degree in Social Work from Rutgers University and has been certified in Motivational Interviewing and Behavioral Couples Therapy for Substance Abuse Disorders.

Roderick provides individual, group and couples therapy to children, adolescents, adults, and families from diverse and multicultural backgrounds. He has worked as Care Manager with the UCMO’s, acted as Social Work/Discharge planner for the Department of Corrections of New Jersey and as a clinician on the Inpatient and Outpatient Units at the Department of Veteran’s Affairs.

Roderick uses many evidence-based treatment techniques as part of his clinical practice. Whether seeing an individual, couples, or families, Roderick utilizes his strong clinical background and knowledge of theory to provide the most appropriate psychotherapy tailored to the client. He utilizes various evidenced based approaches to address challenges while meeting patients where they are to collaborate and assist them along the change process. He sees therapy as an opportunity to work together to connect the dots and heal by addressing life stressors and challenges that become overwhelming at times. His goal is to teach healthier ways to manage life stressors by working together to improve emotional states, outlook on life and by developing a renewed sense of purpose and drive. He believes the quest for inner peace can be accomplished by developing a healthy mind and spirit.

Erica Pena, LPC

PSYCHOTHERAPIST

SPECIALTY: ADULTS, CHILDREN, TEENAGERS, COUPLES ANXIETY, DEPRESSION, TRAUMA, SELF-ESTEEM, PERSONALITY DISORDERS, STRESS, PARENTING, GRIEF

Erica Pena is a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of New Jersey serving children, adolescents, adults, couples and families from diverse and multicultural backgrounds. She completed her Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Lock Haven University and received her Master of Arts in Clinical Counseling & Psychology from William Paterson.

Erica utilizes various evidence-based approaches, such as relational, collaborative, strength–based, cognitive behavioral, mindfulness, solution and emotionally focused approaches to assist clients along the change process. For younger children, Erica uses art therapy as well, as a means to facilitate expression and communication in response to traumatic events. Erica seeks to establish a therapeutic environment that embodies creativity, flexibility and awareness to meet the needs of every unique individual.

Erica sees therapy as a collaborative effort with clients in identifying goals and potential solutions to alleviate emotional distress, improve communication skills, strengthen self-care strategies and promote renewed sense of purpose.

Maria Rodriguez, Ph.D., LPC

CLINICAL SUPERVISOR/PSYCHOTHERAPIST

SPECIALTY: CHILDREN, ADOLESCENTS, ADULTS, DOMESTIC VIOLENCE, PARENTING, TRAUMA, SEXUAL IDENTITY, LGBTQ

For over 20 years, Dr. Rodriguez has been a noteworthy leader in the field of counseling. Dr. Rodriguez can also be credited with contributions to William Paterson University, the New Jersey State Assembly and the Latino Advisory Council.

Dr. Rodriguez possesses a Ph.D. in Psychology and is also a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of NJ. Driven by a passion and the well-being of others, her goals include keeping families together and helping individuals be their best.

Dr. Rodriguez provides supervision and training to licensed associate counselors who are working toward licensure for independent practice. She believes it is important that clinicians are appropriately prepared to meet the mental health challenges of their clients.

Zeina Alturk, LPC

PSYCHOTHERAPIST

SPECIALTY: CHILDREN, ADULTS, COLLEGE STUDENTS, DEPRESSION, ANXIETY, DOMESTIC VIOLENCE, PTSD, ODD

Zeina Alturk is a NYS Licensed Mental Health counselor and NJ State Licensed Professional Counselor. Zeina is a graduate of the mental health counseling program at CUNY Hunter College.

Zeina has vast experience working with children and young adults. She worked in career counseling centers guiding college students choose the careers and meet the goals they have for themselves. Zeina’s counseling style is warm, welcoming and non-judgmental. She believes therapy should be a safe space where individuals can share what is on their minds and in their hearts. Her approach to therapy includes cognitive behavioral, functional family therapy, trauma focused and person centered. Zeina’s experiences have allowed her to explore how individuals feel towards mental health and how much strength and vulnerability it takes to reach out for help. She is fluent in Arabic.

Lee Gleckel, LSW

PSYCHOTHERAPIST

SPECIALTY: CHILDREN, ADOLESCENTS, ADULTS, AND COUPLES, ANXIETY, DEPRESSION, ADDICTION, RELATIONSHIP ABUSE/DIFFICULTIES, TRAUMA, GENERAL LIFE STRESSORS

Lee Gleckel is a Licensed Social Worker in the State of New Jersey and a Clinical Social Worker with a Master’s in Educational Psychology in the State of New York. Lee completed her Master’s degree in Social Work from New York University. She graduated Cum Laude Undergraduate with a major in Psychology and a minor in Education.

Lee has over 15 years of practical experience in a variety of environments and capacities. She provides therapy for individuals, couples, and family therapy to children, adolescents, and adults. Lee has worked with clientele with different levels of care including inpatient, outpatient, court mandated and residential treatment. Her experience includes working with individuals who are experiencing a range of challenges including anxiety, depression, addiction, relationship abuse/difficulties, trauma, chronic mental illness, health/wellness and general life concerns.

Lee’s primary orientation is psychodynamic, but she also utilizes Cognitive-Behavioral strategies and other multi-modal techniques based upon the individual’s needs. She views therapy as a collaborative journey that provides the individual with a safe, non–judgmental space in which they become empowered, increase self–awareness and experience personal growth and freedom

Alyssa Marmo, MSW, LSW

PSYCHOTHERAPIST

SPECIALTY: COLLEGE STUDENTS, YOUNG ADULTS, CHILDREN, GENERAL LIFE STRESSORS, ANXIETY, DEPRESSION, MOOD DISORDERS, TRAUMA, BEHAVIOR CHALLENGES

Alyssa Marmo is a Licensed Social Worker in the state of New Jersey.  Alyssa is currently working towards obtaining licensure as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker credential. She is actively being supervised by an LCSW. Alyssa completed her Master of Social Work degree from Rutgers University. Alyssa’s training is rooted in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and social-behavioral approaches.

She provides therapy to children, adolescents, adults, and families. She has worked with clients at various levels of care including intensive outpatient, group therapy, and intensive individualized behavioral therapy. Alyssa also works as a parent and wellness coach. 

Alyssa takes a whole individual, social-behavioral approach to treatment. She incorporates techniques from various treatment modalities based on her client’s individual needs, interests, and goals. Some modalities include CBT and family systems theory.

Alyssa prioritizes supporting her clients where they currently are while guiding them to discover new approaches to reaching their goals. Her goal is to provide a safe and fun environment for her clients to share and process while experiencing growth and a renewed sense of self.

Rebecca Ulysse, MPA

RESOURCE SPECIALIST

Rebecca Ulysse is currently working as a Resource Specialist with POSS. Rebecca actively plays a role in the agency’s day to day operations.  She completed her undergraduate degree in Psychology and her Master’s degree in Public  Administration at Kean University.  Rebecca graduated Summa Cum Laude with a focus on Health Services Administration. She is passionate about access to quality healthcare and looks forward to furthering her career in health and human services.

Amyn Pelaez, MA

RESOURCE COORDINATOR

Amyn Pelaez-Camacho is currently a student in the School Psychology Psy.D. program at Rutgers University-GSAPP. She completed her undergraduate degree in psychology at Montclair State University.  Her graduate degree was completed at Kean University in Forensic Psychology.  Additionally, Amyn has vast experience working with children with ASD in behavioral health agencies and working with forensic populations.  She hopes to continue to enhance her experience with children and families throughout her doctoral studies and later in her career.