Danielle is a core leader at Lager Counseling Services. Her kind, compassionate and easy going style has clients amazed at the depth of insight and expertise she demonstrates in each session. Although Danielle has a youthful appearance that appeals to the younger client, she is wise beyond her years. Danielle's clients experience an accepting and non judgemental environment, allowing clients to be real. Her ongoing study and certification in EMDR has made her a highly sought after clinician. Danielle believes that vulnerability is our strength. As our primary facilitator of the Popular Adult Children of Alcoholic/Dysfunctional Parents Group & The Self Compassion Group, She receives raving reviews for her group and individual work with men and women of all ages.

Joanne is an LCSW who is well educated and deeply caring. She is a beautiful mix of intelligence and humility. Joanne is willing to do whatever it takes to help her clients reach their goals, because she genuinely cares. If Joanne does not know an answer to a question, she will research all avenues until she finds one. The atmosphere in Joannes office one of warmth, comfort, growth, insight, and new found empowerment. She is provides a safe haven for people of all ages to find their higher selves and become all they can be. Joanne has experience working with the elderly population, mothers and fathers who have adult children, grief, hoarding and children in the education system. Joanne is the primary facilitator of our Moms of Adult Children Group which run every 10 weeks. A powerful group designed to assist moms with issues that arise with their grown children and their identity at this new stage in life.

Dana is one of our Art Therapists. She is an amazing clinician who works with people of all ages in a unique and powerful way. She conducts Art Therapy groups for teens and adults and also offers individual Art Therapy. She works through the medium of different artistic tools to reach the heart of all different emotional issues. There is zero need for artistic skill. Dana also works with a wide variety of adults who are navigating through various life stressors such as anxiety, family dynamics, couples issues, depression and anxiety. Dana's personality is vivacious outgoing and lively.

Kathleen is an LMSW who's passion for a person's mental well being is a driving force informing her practice with clients. She is down to earth, insightful and believes in connection and meeting her clients where they are along their journey in life. She takes a humanistic approach and has experience working with adolescents and young adults in the clinical setting. She also has done work in crisis intervention and has experience with traumatic grief counseling for individuals of all ages. Kathleen is inspired to decrease shame and stigma for those who are struggling and makes it her mission to do so by providing a completely accepting and warm interaction with each client. Kathleen is currently seeing clients via Telehealth. Kathleen's clients simply love her.

Allie is a Licensed Master Social Worker who uses a strength-based approach to help others reach their full potential! She has many years of experience working with children and adolescents, as well as with adults and families in a clinical setting. Allie's outgoing, bubbly personality along with her ability to listen in an effort to understand, will have you feeling comfortable and at-ease. Allie's main priority when providing clinical care is for her clients to feel safe, heard and hopeful. She has a true passion for the field of social work and remains determined to help and empower whoever walks through her door!

Tom is a Licensed Social Worker and Alcohol/ Substance Abuse Counselor who has experience working in many different settings, including schools, hospitals, and residential treatment centers. Tom also works with both male and females of all ages. His educational background in Psychology and Sociology provides him with insight and knowledge on a variety of issues including depression, anxiety, substance use, trauma, and self-development. Tom is a compassionate and genuine clinician who believes in taking a person-centered approach to therapy. He consistently goes above and beyond to assist his clients in achieving their goals. Tom creates an accepting and warm space which allows for the free expression of hard subjects. He roles up his sleeves and works alongside his clients to overcome the obstacles to reaching their potential.

Kayla is an art therapist on our team who is committed to helping her clients learn how to build self-knowledge, expand perspectives, and make life more meaningful. She offers art therapy as a tool for self expression and communication—combining traditional talk therapy with the creative process. She believes when words cannot fully express a feeling or experience, artistic expression can allow for new perspectives and deeper understanding. Kayla takes a collaborative, person-centered, and strength-based approach to help her clients reach their goals, while creating a safe space to feel heard and understood. She meets her clients where they are at with a down-to-earth, warm, and compassionate personality. Kayla is wise, supportive and has great insight. She specializes in eating disorders, body dysmorphia and all related concerns to problem eating and self esteem.

Jenna is an Art Therapist who joins our team with enthusiasm to bring a creative outlook to the therapeutic space. She works from a collaborative, strength-based approach, always believing in her clients power to flourish and thrive. Jenna works both individually and in group settings with clients of all ages. There is zero need for artistic skills, artistic experience is never a requirement to participate in Art Therapy; Art knows no bounds. Jenna's work utilizes the art medium as another from of communication and self-expression. In addition to Art Therapy, Jenna also works with adults struggling with substance use and helps her clients navigate in a safe and healthy way. Our paths of personal and emotional growth are always intertwining. Jenna joins her clients on their paths with a supportive and kind nature.

Annie has been in the education field for ten years. Her background in meditation and mindfulness will create a safe space to bring about a holistic approach that leads to our best selves. Annie's practice emphasizes a mutual development of goals as well as ongoing evaluations. Her calm inviting nature offers a pathway for utilizing the power of the therapeutic relationship. Annie works with clients of all ages, both male and female and is able to help her clients navigate through various mental health matters. Annie has extensive experience facilitating Divorce & Separated Groups for both faith based communities and the secular population.

Kirstin has experience working with children, adolescents and young adults as they develop and work through life’s transitions. She believes that everyone has the ability to change when given the right support to do so and maximize their human potential to meet their social needs. With clinical work encompassing multiple types of therapy, she helps individuals overcome various mental health battles such as anxiety, depression, trauma, and poor self-esteem. Kirstin perceives therapy as non-judgmental healing that is uniquely created to fit each individual and their current situation. she is focused on creating a strong supportive therapeutic relatonship with each client which is crucial to their success. Kirstin has true passion for the field of social work and empowering others to reach their goals and live their best life.

Julia received her Masters in Mental Health Counseling from Alfred University. In addition to Lager Counseling services, she works at a Community Mental Health Center in Babylon. In Julia's practice, she strives to create a warm, judgment free environment for her clients to safely explore life's hardships. Julia understands how difficult change can be, but she believes that it is never too late. She utilizes a person-centered approach in counseling while incorporating many aspects of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. As a goal-oriented clinician, Julia spends time crafting unique approaches to best fit her clients' needs. Julia's passion lies in providing support to individuals navigating through tough times. "Heal the root, so the tree is stable"

Michelle earned an Advanced Certificate in Mental Health Counseling from Hofstra University in 2023. Prior to that, she obtained a Master's Degree in School Counseling from Hofstra University. With experience working with individuals of all ages, particularly adolescents, Michelle employs a person-centered, humanistic approach emphasizing mindfulness and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. She has experience in addressing issues such as anxiety, depression, ADHD, grief, and trauma. She aims to connect with each client in a unique way to help them reach their highest potential to lead more harmonious and fulfilling lives. Alongside her role at LCS, Michelle serves as a School Counselor in a high school.

Taupa Fogo-Toussaint is a school psychologist and mental health counselor (MHC-LP). She has over 16 years of experience working with children and families in a school setting and two years in various mental health settings, providing individual, couples, and family therapy. She utilizes a person-centered approach and sees the client holistically, helping them accept and integrate all parts of their unique self to help them navigate and cope with daily challenges. She supports clients in cultivating healthier thought patterns and behaviors through cognitive-behavioral techniques and teaches them how to regulate their emotions through dialectical behavioral techniques and mindfulness practices. She is compassionate and attentive and holds space for all cultural identities. "If you don’t heal what hurts you, you will bleed on people who didn’t cut you.”