Individual and Family Therapist

Schedule with Sierra

Healing often begins by understanding where we come from. Sierra believes the foundations laid in early childhood shape our capacity for resilience well into adulthood.

Years spent nurturing early childhood development as a preschool teacher gave her a firsthand understanding of how safety, connection, and support in those formative years build the groundwork for how people cope, adapt, and grow later in life. That understanding continues to guide how she works with clients today, with patience, warmth, and an eye toward the bigger picture of their story.

Sierra holds a Master of Social Work from Walden University and a B.A. in Psychological Science from Central Connecticut State University. She has provided individual counseling and group facilitation at the ROOT Center for Advanced Recovery, using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Motivational Interviewing to support clients through recovery. Her work with youth involved in the justice system through the Waterbury Youth Services Juvenile Review Board incorporated Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) techniques to help youth build emotional regulation and coping skills to bring with them into young adulthood. 

Sierra’s approach is warm, patient, and relationship-centered. She believes meaningful change happens in a space built on trust and genuine connection, bringing active listening, empathy, and a steady, non-judgmental presence to every session that meets clients exactly where they are.

Individual and Family Therapist

Schedule with McKenzie

McKenzie Granoth, LMSW, is a compassionate and dedicated therapist committed to creating a supportive and welcoming space where clients feel heard, respected, and understood. She was drawn to the field of therapy because of her desire to support individuals through life’s most challenging transitions. McKenzie is especially passionate about working with older adults, recognizing they may sometimes feel isolated or overlooked. She takes great pride in providing a consistent, caring presence and helping clients navigate every season of life with dignity, empathy, and hope.

While McKenzie has a particular interest in supporting older adults, she enjoys working with individuals of all ages and backgrounds. Her therapeutic approach emphasizes genuine human connection, compassion, and meeting each client where they are. She draws from evidence-based approaches including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Narrative Therapy, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), integrating techniques based on each client’s individual needs and goals. McKenzie believes therapy should be collaborative and personalized. She helps clients develop practical coping skills, gain new perspectives, work through challenging emotions, and build greater acceptance and confidence in themselves. Above all, she strives to create a therapeutic relationship where clients feel safe, valued, and supported.

Individual and Family Therapist

Schedule with Boni

Boni Alim, LMSW, is a compassionate and dedicated clinician who works with teens, young adults, and adults to help them feel more grounded, confident, and empowered in their daily lives. She provides a supportive, nonjudgmental environment where clients can feel comfortable expressing themselves, exploring their experiences, and gaining meaningful insight.

Inspired by the resilience of the human spirit, Boni approaches therapy with empathy, patience, and a calm presence. She values active listening and open, clear communication, working collaboratively with each client to better understand their challenges, recognize their strengths, and develop skills that support personal growth and emotional well-being.

Boni believes that therapy is a partnership and strives to create a space where clients feel heard, respected, and supported as they navigate challenges and work toward meaningful change.

Individual and Family Therapist

Schedule with Kate

Kate Hauburger, LCSW, is an empathetic therapist with nearly a decade of experience in supporting young children, parents, and mental health professionals. 

She is passionate about helping young children and their caregivers better understand big feelings, strengthen attachments, and navigate challenging behaviors. Kate enjoys working with individuals through infertility, pregnancy and infant loss, pregnancy, birth trauma, identity changes, and postpartum. Additionally, she provides a supportive space for other mental health professionals to process burnout, compassion fatigue, and vicarious trauma. Kate’s approach is warm, collaborative, and nonjudgmental. She believes that the fear of being judged is one of the biggest reasons people hesitate to seek support. She works to create a space where clients feel respected, supported, and genuinely heard. She aims to help clients build practical tools while creating a safe space for healing and growth. 

Kate incorporates evidence-based approaches, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), Circle of Security Parenting® (COS-P), and play therapy, tailoring treatment to each person’s unique needs and goals.

Taking the first step toward therapy can feel intimidating, but Kate believes no one should have to navigate life’s challenges alone. She would be honored to walk alongside you on your journey.

Individual and Family Therapist

Schedule with Nicolette

Nicolette Tingo, MA, LPC-A, earned her Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Fairfield University after completing her Bachelor’s degree in Psychology at Salve Regina University. She has experience working with children, adolescents, adults, and families in outpatient mental health settings.

Nicolette takes a trauma-informed, client-centered approach to therapy, creating a safe, supportive environment where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered throughout their therapeutic journey. She has experience working with individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, emotional dysregulation, and interpersonal relationship concerns.

Her therapeutic approach integrates evidence-based and creative interventions, drawing from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), play therapy, art therapy, creative writing, and trauma-informed practices to meet each client’s unique needs. She has also received training in Attachment, Regulation, and Competency (ARC), a framework designed to support children who have experienced trauma, strengthen emotional regulation skills, and promote healthy family relationships.

Nicolette believes that every client deserves a compassionate, collaborative, and individualized therapeutic experience. She emphasizes safety, autonomy, unconditional positive regard, and holistic care while meeting clients where they are and supporting them in working toward meaningful, lasting change.

Individual and Family Therapist

Schedule with Kiana

Healing is relational—and no one should have to navigate life’s challenges alone.

As a Licensed Master Social Worker in Connecticut, I work with children, families, and adults who are navigating trauma, behavioral challenges, family conflict, and major life transitions. With a background in foster care and community mental health, I understand how systems impact individuals—and how powerful change can be when families feel supported rather than judged.

Guided by the social work values of service, social justice, and respect for human dignity, I am committed to creating spaces where clients feel empowered, understood, and capable of growth.

Whether you are a child struggling with big emotions, a caregiver seeking support, or an adult working through stress, trauma, or life transitions, I strive to meet you with authenticity, cultural humility, and compassion.

Individual and Family Therapist

Schedule with Jeffrey

Jeffrey is a graduate of Southern Connecticut State University with a Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. He is a License Professional Counseling Associate. He specializes in helping individuals navigate challenges related to anxiety, depression, trauma, substance use & existential issues. Jeffrey utilizes an eclectic & multidimensional approach to capitalize on each client’s individuality. With this in mind, Jeffrey incorporates evidenced-based techniques such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness-based interventions, Motivational Interviewing (MI), the Gottman method for couples, Person-Centered therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, & Psychoeducation to collaboratively formulate a treatment plan that would best fit each person. It is vital for Jeffrey to cultivate a non-judgmental atmosphere where people feel seen & heard. His objective in counseling is to empower clients to navigate the challenges in their lives in a healthy and sustainable way.

Individual and Family Therapist

Schedule with Jasmine

Jasmine Christiano, LMSW, is a dedicated social worker and community advocate with experience in substance use treatment, clinical mental and behavioral health services, and family support. She provides therapeutic services through individual counseling using methods such as motivational interviewing, CBT, DBT, ACT, and creative expression. Jasmine is an affirming clinician and provides a safe space for LGBTQIA+ individuals.

Jasmine earned her Master of Social Work from the University of Connecticut School of Social Work. She also graduated summa cum laude from the University of Saint Joseph with her Bachelor of Social Work and previously earned an Associate degree in Human Services from Tunxis Community College.

Her professional and internship experiences have included conducting mental health assessments, intakes, clinical individual sessions, co-facilitating independent living skills, creative expression, and family support groups, coordinating outreach initiatives, and supporting vulnerable populations through advocacy and case support. Jasmine is passionate about helping individuals build stability, strengthen coping skills, and access supportive resources within their communities.

Clinical Supervisor

Schedule with Jackie

Jackie Serrano, LCSW, is a compassionate therapist who works with children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families. She specializes in trauma-focused care and supports clients navigating anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, emotional dysregulation, family conflict, and major life transitions.

Jackie utilizes evidence-based approaches including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), trauma-focused interventions, Emotion-Focused Therapy, and expressive arts techniques to help clients process difficult experiences, build resilience, strengthen communication, and reconnect with themselves in meaningful ways.

Her therapeutic style is warm, genuine, collaborative, and down-to-earth. Jackie believes healing happens through authentic connection and creating a space where clients feel safe enough to be fully themselves without fear of judgment. She understands that many people come to therapy feeling overwhelmed, stuck in survival mode, emotionally exhausted, or disconnected from who they once were. Her goal is to help clients feel seen, supported, and empowered while working through life’s challenges in a way that feels real, grounded, and sustainable.

Jackie values honesty, empathy, and transparency in the therapeutic relationship. While she brings compassion and emotional safety into the room, she also believes in showing up as a real person and helping clients navigate difficult experiences with authenticity, self-awareness, and practical support. She is passionate about helping clients move beyond simply surviving and toward building a life that feels more connected, balanced, and fulfilling.

Individual and Family Therapist

Schedule with Kelly

Kelly Hayden, LMSW is a Licensed Master Social Worker with more than 10 years of experience supporting children, adolescents, and families through a wide range of behavioral, emotional, and mental health challenges. She earned her Master of Social Work from Fordham University, where she focused on clinical interventions for children and youth, and has dedicated her career to helping individuals build resilience, strengthen relationships, and develop practical skills to navigate life's difficulties.

Kelly has extensive experience working with children, teens, and families experiencing anxiety, depression, behavioral concerns, emotional regulation difficulties, family conflict, school-related stress, life transitions, and challenges related to self-esteem and identity development. She understands that every individual’s journey is unique and believes that meaningful change occurs when clients feel heard, supported, and empowered throughout the therapeutic process.

Kelly utilizes a compassionate, strengths-based, and person-centered approach to therapy. She works collaboratively with clients to identify their goals, better understand the obstacles they face, and develop effective coping strategies that can be applied in everyday life. Her approach incorporates evidence-based interventions tailored to each client’s needs, helping them build confidence, improve emotional well-being, and create lasting positive change.

When working with children and adolescents, Kelly places a strong emphasis on creating a safe, welcoming, and engaging environment where young people can express themselves openly and develop healthy ways of managing emotions and challenges. She also values partnering with parents and caregivers to support growth both inside and outside of therapy sessions.

Kelly is passionate about helping individuals recognize their strengths, overcome barriers, and move toward a more fulfilling life. Whether a client is facing a specific challenge or simply seeking greater balance and emotional wellness, she is committed to providing supportive, individualized care every step of the way.

Kelly is currently accepting new clients and welcomes children, adolescents, and adults seeking support for anxiety, depression, behavioral concerns, emotional regulation, life transitions, and family-related challenges.

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

Schedule with Chiara

Chiara earned her Master of Science in Nursing as a Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner from Quinnipiac University. She also holds a Bachelor of Science in Nursing and a Bachelor of Arts in Psychological Sciences from the University of Connecticut. She is a board-certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) and Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN).

Her psychiatric training includes outpatient behavioral health, acute inpatient psychiatry, substance use treatment, and integrated psychiatric care within a primary care setting. She has experience evaluating and treating individuals with mood disorders, anxiety disorders, ADHD, psychotic disorders, personality disorders, substance use disorders, and co-occurring conditions. Before becoming a nurse practitioner, Chiara worked as a registered nurse in adult primary care, community health, home care, and inpatient medical-surgical nursing.

Originally from New Britain, Chiara values the importance of community and strives to create a warm, compassionate, and nonjudgmental environment where patients feel comfortable, understood, and actively involved in their care. She believes that effective mental health treatment begins with trust, respect, and a genuine understanding of each patient’s experiences, strengths, needs, and goals.

Chiara uses an evidence-based, trauma-informed, and collaborative approach to develop individualized treatment plans. Treatment may include medication management, psychoeducation, supportive interventions, lifestyle recommendations, and coordination with therapists and other members of the patient’s care team. She is committed to helping patients build resilience, improve their quality of life, and achieve meaningful, lasting progress.

Clinical Director

Rachael Burke is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 15 years of experience working with diverse populations throughout Connecticut. Rachael has multiple years experience working with individuals, groups, couples, and families in both the home and clinic settings.

Rachael specializes in the treatment of people with Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), anxiety disorders, and mood disorders.  Rachael provides individual and couple counseling services. She incorporates Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) into her work.

Rachael holds a membership with the National Association of Social Workers.