Welcome! Whether you are seeking change in yourself or your circumstances, the process can seem overwhelming and risky. As experienced, licensed therapists, we are committed to making the process as rewarding and comfortable of a journey as possible. We believe we can offer you the connection, compassion and challenges to find your inner courage and meet your goals.
Laura Cardamone, LMSW, ACSW
Individuals ⋅ Couples ⋅ Walk & Talk Therapy ⋅ Children & Adolescents
Telehealth ⋅ Women’s Issues ⋅ Life Transitions
Laura Cardamone is a Licensed Master of Social Work (LMSW) and is a member is good standing with the National Association of Social Workers. Laura is a graduate of Wayne State University with a Bachelor Degree in Social Work and Master of Social Work. She began her career as a Victim Advocate for Macomb County Prosecutor’s Office. During her time there she was fortunate to initiate standards for law enforcement in domestic violence offenses and began the Child Advocacy Center in Macomb County currently called Care House. Laura has worked in a variety of settings in the social work field but has found her true passion in helping other achieve their goals in the private practice setting. Laura’s focus has included working with individuals struggling with life transitions, anxiety, relationship issues, and parenting concerns/problems, Laura started and has facilitated the Macomb Batterers Intervention Program since 2005. She has received specialized training in domestic violence and cooperative parenting.
Additionally, Laura serves as a Field Instructor for Bachelor and Master level students through Wayne State University and is proud to have to served as a Trustee for Clinton Township and as a Board Member for the Chippewa Valley Schools.
State of Florida Telehealth License #TPSW990.
Molly Bugamelli, LMSW, ACSW
Individuals ⋅ Couples ⋅ Teens/Adolescents ⋅ Anxiety/Depression ⋅ Grief Issues Trauma ⋅ Women’s Issues⋅ Life Transitions
Molly Bugamelli is a Licensed Master of Social Work (LMSW) with a certification in School Social Work. She holds a Master of Social Work from Wayne State University with a specialization in clinical practice, and a Bachelor of Science in Human Ecology from Michigan State University. Understanding the situational, cultural, and family circumstances that bring the client into the office, whether it be a struggling young person, worried parent, frustrated partner, or transitioning senior, is a hallmark of her work. That work may involve individual, family, or couples sessions; each client is different and each story is unique. These personal stories lend a dynamic focus to sessions which may include grief work, cognitive restructuring, psychodynamic exploration, wellness guidance and reflective listening to support growth and change. Molly believes there is a natural tendency towards psychological and emotional healing within each of us that benefits from a trusting relationship and a safe, nurturing space to support that process leading to greater satisfaction, peace, and joy.
Molly brings her twenty years experience as a therapist in private practice into her sessions. She was previously employed as a school social worker with Chippewa Valley Schools, where she gained an understanding of the needs of special education students and guides families through the IEP process; she has been involved in crisis intervention on an individual, school and district level. Previously, as a psychiatric social worker she worked to stabilize patients and clients, providing the necessary emotional intervention and support for positive growth. Her work as a psychotherapist has deepened her commitment to promoting healthy adjustment, transition, and understanding.
Diana R. Conklin, MA, LPC
Individuals ⋅ Couples ⋅ Walk & Talk Therapy ⋅ Grief & Loss ⋅ Athletic Mindset ⋅ Telehealth
Diana R. Conklin is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC). Diana worked as a school counselor for L’Anse Creuse Public School beginning in 1990 until her retirement in 2018. During that time she began working in a private practice setting and has expanded her expertise to address a variety of issues that we are challenged with as individuals, couples and families. Diana is known for her in depth work with adolescents and young adults, as well as adults and families. Diana specializes in anxiety, depression and suicide intervention. Since the loss of her brother to suicide over 20 years ago, Diana has honored his memory through her practice and in the community in the prevention of suicide. Her personal experience along with specialized training gives her a unique perspective in working with those in suicidal crisis. Diana has been recognized throughout our community for her leadership and advocacy in this area. Other areas of focus include Trauma, Anger Management, Parenting, Relationship Recovery, Self-Esteem, Behavioral and Stress Management and other Life Transitions. She has recently expanded her counseling endeavors to include improving Athletic and Career Mindset. She hopes to be able to help those facing the challenges of getting to the next level achieve their goals. Diana is graduate of Grand Valley State University with a Bachelor Degree in Psychology and Special Education. She also obtained a Master Degree in School Counseling from Eastern Michigan University and her License for Clinical Counseling. She has been blessed to have a close knit family and is the proud mother of three talented children. She has learned so much from them and is honored to be able to use these lessons to enhance her skills in private practice.
Florida License #MH23002
Elizabeth Ignace, LMSW
Individuals ⋅ Couples ⋅ EMDR ⋅ Trauma ⋅ Couples ⋅ First Responders ⋅ Hypnosis ⋅ MBIP Group Facilitator
Elizabeth is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who holds a Master of Social Work Degree from Wayne State University. Elizabeth has specialized training in trauma therapies, including Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy, for treatment of PTSD and other trauma and stressor related disorders. Elizabeth has experience treating first responders and currently serves as the Clinical Director of the Macomb County Sheriff Department’s CISM Team. Elizabeth also has extensive training in domestic violence and is the lead facilitator of the Macomb Batterers’ Intervention Program which provides group services for domestic violence offenders. Elizabeth is a member in good standing with the Association of Family and Conciliation Courts (AFCC), EMDR International Association (EMDRIA), and the National Association of Social Workers (NASW).
Elizabeth has a down to earth style and adheres to the belief that every person is worthy of human dignity and respect regardless of their past behaviors or current difficulties, so therapy is a “no-judgment zone”. She strives to make therapy and services comfortable and real for every client and invites them to be active participants in the process.
Abbie Jankelovitz, MA, LPC, NCC
Individuals ⋅ Couples ⋅ Teens/Adolescents ⋅ Substance Abuse ⋅ Eating Disorders ⋅ Telehealth
Abbie Jankelovitz is a Limited Licensed Professional Counselor (LLPC) and a member of the American Counseling Association. She is a graduate of Michigan State University with a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology with a minor in Health and Wellness. She achieved her Master Degree from Oakland University in Clinical Mental Health Counseling.
Abbie has worked primarily in a clinical environment with clients of all ages and has specific experience with teens and young adults. She focuses on clients dealing with anxiety, depression, substance abuse and addiction and relationship issues. In addition, she has received extensive training in the treatment of eating disorders. Abbie believes that building a trusting and empathic relationship facilitates the therapeutic process, and she uses cognitive behavioral therapy, person-centered therapy and solution focused techniques.
>Abbie is a dedicated therapist who fully commits to the well-being and progress of her clients. Based on her professional and personal experience as a fitness trainer, she knows that the mind and body are integrally connected. She passionately believes that through exercise and adopting a healthier lifestyle, you can improve your psychological and physical health.
Jenni Johnson, LMSW
Individuals ⋅ Parent/Child ⋅ Teens/Adolescents ⋅ Substance Abuse ⋅ Trauma ⋅ LGBTQA+ Friendly⋅ Life Transitions ⋅ Telehealth
Jen earned her Master of Social Work degree from Wayne State University. She has worked in various roles in the
mental health field for the past 12 years while spending the majority of her focus on youth/teen
challenges. Jen believes in supporting the mental health of individuals, promoting self-actualization, exploring the discovery of passions and character, and encouragement of strengths between parent/child relationships. Together with her clients, she will work collaboratively to outline treatment plans,
utilizing techniques to gain management of their own mental health. Primary skills utilized will
be: talk therapy, educating on growth, problem-solution oriented therapy, and person-centered
planning.
Jen currently assists with Complex PTSD, Addictions/SUD, Motherhood/stages of pregnancy
challenges, parenting empowerment, gender-sexuality exploration, grief/loss challenges, life transitions, relationship challenges, teen wellness, mood
disorders, emotional regulation and stress management.
Julie Miller, MA, LPC
Individuals ⋅ Couples ⋅ Teens/Adolescents ⋅ Grief & Loss ⋅ Athletic Mindset ⋅ Telehealth
Julie Miller is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC). Julie has worked as a school counselor for L’Anse Creuse Public Schools since 2006 until present. Julie is an athlete, adventurist and all around promoter of health, wellness and empowerment. Julie is known for her in depth work with adolescents and young adults, as well as adults and families. Julie specializes in anxiety, depression, grief and loss and empowerment. In her own journey, she found that launching herself into her wildest dreams of travel, adventure and sports is where she found her greatest growth in self-love, and an expansion of mindset. Julie began to help others work through their own anxiety, fixed thoughts and self esteem issues through guided adventuring and activities. She dreamed of expanding this concept to a platform to help others, especially women, learn to grow, love and support themselves and one another. In 2020, Julie started her own company called Uplift Adventure Retreats to bring her love of adventure and recreation therapy to realize this dream. Other areas of focus include the Athletic mindset, Behavioral and Stress management, Recreational and Nature therapy, Anger management, Parenting, Relationship Recovery, Self-Esteem and Empowerment. She hopes to be able to help those facing the challenges of getting to the next step of achieving their goals and finding joy in the process.
Julie is a graduate Wayne State University with a Bachelor Degree in Teaching. She also obtained a Master Degree in School Counseling from Wayne State University and her License for School and Clinical Counseling. She feels blessed to realize her purpose and pursue her passions in many arenas in her life. She has a close circle of loved ones including a wonderful son and her pup, Samson. Julie is grateful for her experiences, the joys and the challenges, alike, so that she may be able to help others along their journey.
Sarah Pellerito, MS, LPC
Individuals ⋅ Couples ⋅ Substance Abuse ⋅ Women’s Issues ⋅ LGBTQ Friendly ⋅ Telehealth
Sarah Pellerito has her Master of Science in Counseling, and her Bachelor degree in Psychology with a concentration in Women and Gender Studies. She aims to give each client a protected and warm environment for healing and growth. She provides the opportunity to accomplish individual goals, manage multifaceted life changes, establish boundaries, and have healthier relationships. She has been working in the behavioral health field since 2013, working in substance abuse rehab facilities, partial hospitalization programs, and outpatient therapy.
She uses cognitive behavioral therapy, psychotherapy, and solution and grief focused counseling in order to find a treatment that meets each client’s needs. She enjoys working with teenagers, adults, couples, and families. Sarah specializes in relationship issues, abuse, anxiety, depression, family counseling, grief counseling, stress management, substance abuse and addiction, anger management, and is LGBTQ friendly.
State of Florida Telehealth License: TPMC3479
Monica Silva, LLMSW
Individuals ⋅ Couples ⋅ Children & Teens ⋅ Substance Abuse ⋅ Women’s Issues ⋅ Bilingual (Spanish) ⋅ Telehealth
Monica Silva is a Limited Licensed Social Worker proficient in Spanish and specializing in individual therapy with children, teens, and adults. Her focus includes working with clients struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship issues and cooperative parenting challenges. One of the areas that Monica has focused on is the treatment of children with disorders leading to hair loss including cancer, alopecia, trichotillomania and burns. Monica received her Master of Social Work degree from Wayne State University. She also has experience working in contract management in the behavioral health field and working with the State of Michigan. Monica’s therapeutic approach is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, which provides clients with practical insights into their struggles in an effort to unlearn deep rooted dysfunction behaviors, and to practice new methods of thinking and behaving. This allows clients to effectively address personal life challenges and relationship issues.
Monica Weaver, LMSW
Individuals ⋅ Couples ⋅ Substance Abuse ⋅ Children ⋅ Assessments ⋅ Telehealth
Developing a therapeutic relationship built on trust and compassion is the foundation of Monica Weaver’s work. Monica earned a Master of Arts in Social Work with honors from Wayne State University and a Bachelor degree in Zoology (Applied Biology) with a minor in Psychology from Michigan State University. She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with state certification in School Social Work. Monica is a member of Phi Alpha Honor Society, the National Association of Social Workers (NASW) and the Michigan Association of School Social Workers (MASSW). Monica maintains her connection with youth by working as an elementary School Social Worker for Chippewa Valley Schools and previously worked in the middle school setting as an Intervention Specialist. She has provided reflective listening and empathetic guidance to those struggling with gender identity and sexuality issues.
Monica utilizes research-based strategies to encourage women to build healthy interpersonal relationships as a facilitator in the Macomb Batterers’ Intervention Program (MBIP) and provides a warm, safe space for women who may be the victim of an abusive relationship. She provides culturally appropriate treatment for teens, adults, families and groups. Monica has the passion and expertise to work with those who struggle with anxiety, depression, trauma, abuse, marital issues, work and school related issues, court-ordered clients and addiction. Monica will be an invested, compassionate partner in your experiences and provide a calm space for you to be heard so that you can gain insight into leading a more positive and joyful life.
Charlotte Giordano, Office Manager
Charlotte is our amazing Administrator and keeps us all organized. Please feel free to reach out to her with any questions.