Meet Our Staff

Below is information about our therapists for you to explore.  If you'd like to make an appointment but aren't sure which therapist might be the best fit for you, please contact us here.

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Mental Health Counselors

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Charlene Scott, MS, LPC, NCC, ACS
Psychotherapist, Clinical Director

Looking for a therapist can feel very intimidating, confusing, or even frustrating. You want a treatment that works, but also someone you feel you can really relate to. I offer evidence-based treatments delivered in a real and down-to earth style. ... Click here for more/less...

In a space that feels safe, warm and accepting, we will work as a team to identify your goals and plan a path for change. You will learn practical skills to help you handle the painful thoughts, feelings, and self-defeating habits that keep you feeling stuck.

I specialize in anxiety, trauma and eating disorders using Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness, and exposure. I am also excited to offer Animal-Assisted Therapy! Studies show that the comfort of a therapy dog increases the effectiveness of treatment for clients of all ages. Jules has a sweet personality that brings big smiles to everyone she meets.

Talking and insight are helpful, but often not enough for lasting change. I believe in an approach where you can actively participate, leave each session feeling empowered to practice new skills, and take action on what is most important to you. We can work together to develop the tools to overcome obstacles so you can create a rich and meaningful life!

Charlene is available by appointment Tuesday-Friday. She offers evening hours on Tuesdays and Thursdays.

For more information or to schedule an appointment, please contact us via phone, email or complete our Contact Form.

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Jessica Ocasio, MA, LPC, NCC
Licensed Professional Counselor

I believe the needs and abilities of each individual are different and I will work with you to determine what approaches and techniques are most in line with your needs and strengths. I believe a productive therapeutic relationship is positively established ...Click here for more/less...

through the use of genuineness, warmth, empathy, and unconditional positive regard. I have a diverse range of experience including the areas of: Autism; Domestic Violence; Sexual Abuse/Assault; Childhood Abuse and Neglect; Childhood PTSD/Trauma; and Loss, Attachment and Separation issues in relation to foster and adoption. I primarily work with women, children and adolescents.

I utilize a variety of creative therapeutic interventions. I follow strength-based and empowerment models to create a safe environment which promotes growth, an increased level of self-awareness and the development of healthy coping and problem solving skills.

Children often have difficulty feeling comfortable in traditional talk therapy and can find therapy intimidating or "boring." I use creative approaches such as art therapy, journaling, walk & talk sessions, bibliotherapy, therapeutic games and play therapy. Parental roles and expectations are discussed and agreed upon with the child/adolescent.

Jessica is available by appointment Monday-Friday. Evening hours are available.

For more information or to schedule an appointment, please contact us via phone, email, or complete our Contact Form.

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Christina Guarino, MA, LPC, NCC
Licensed Professional Counselor

My mission is to motivate and help empower you to make healthy and positive changes in your life. Over the years, I have seen how difficult it can be for clients to ask for help ...Click here for more/less...

and to open up about their challenges and struggles, so I admire your courage. For this reason, I strive to create a warm, comfortable and safe environment for you to begin the healing process, and I hold extreme value in the therapeutic relationship that is created there. I will treat you as a unique individual, and meet you with compassion and empathy.

I have extensive experience working with those who struggle with anxiety, depression, addiction, mood disorders, anger, eating disorders, self-harm, and trauma. I work with teens and adults offering individual, family and group sessions.

I am passionate about my work. I offer a creative therapeutic style that will be tailored to your needs. My goal is to give you the tools to identify and challenge problematic thoughts, choose healthier behaviors, and create a positive outlook so you can reach your fullest potential.

Christina is available by appointment Monday-Friday. Evening hours are available.

For more information or to schedule an appointment, please contact us via phone, email, or complete our Contact Form.

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Brett Albert, MS, LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor

Do you have conflicts with people in your family, your work, your relationships? Do you have mood swings or periods of depression, anxiety, anger? Brett will guide you ...Click here for more/less...

through a process to heal your heart and find happiness and love inside yourself using his Abandoned Heart Therapy.

Join Brett to achieve your personal goals and resolve self defeating patterns in your life. You will learn coping skills, how to manage your stress and handle your triggers. Brett will teach you how to love yourself in a very safe and supportive environment.

As a Licensed Professional Counselor, Brett has been helping adults in outpatient, intensive outpatient, and partial hospital settings for many years. Using CBT and psychodynamic approaches, he is highly skilled in counseling others to re-parent themselves. He is available Monday through Thursday for both day and evening appointments, and on Fridays during the day.

Brett is in network with many insurance plans.  For more information or to schedule an appointment, please contact us via phone, email, or complete our Contact Form.

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Katie Lucas, MA, LAC, NCC
Licensed Associate Counselor

I enjoy working holistically with individuals, from children to older adults, as well as couples and families to enhance communication skills and deepen connections. ... Click here for more/less...

I utilize mindfulness, attachment, and self-compassionate approaches and find a great deal of benefit from incorporating creative interventions, such as the use of art and horticultural therapies. I come to Mindful Therapy Center with experience as an early childhood environmental educator and a nonprofit fundraiser, roles which have enriched my empathy, creative thinking, and motivation to serve the wider community.

Therapy is a collaborative process and I look forward to working with you toward increased self-awareness, new perspectives, decreased negative symptoms, and an appreciation of the strengths you already possess. In a warm, nonjudgmental space, I am committed to helping you build on those strengths - achieving your goals and building a truly fulfilling life.

Katie works under the clinical supervision of Charlene Scott, MS, LPC, NCC, ACS.

For more information or to schedule an appointment, please contact us via phone, email, or complete our Contact Form.

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Sara Martino, PhD, LPC, NCC
Licensed Professional Counselor

My goal is to create a therapeutic relationship with you where you feel safe to explore and become more aware of the issues that might be holding you back from a more fulfilling life. This insight can help you feel empowered to manage these obstacles more effectively. ...Click here for more/less...

I use an interpersonal approach to therapy, building new relationships that help you to grow and heal from past traumas or difficult experiences. I believe that therapy should be a joint process, meaning that you shouldn’t feel alone as we work together toward change.

I have long specialized in children’s and women’s issues, particularly with adolescent girls and with self-harm behaviors, eating disorders, trauma, and rape crisis. I have also worked with couples and families for many years, using feedback to help people communicate more effectively and solve problems together.

In addition to being a therapist, I am a college professor, which allows me to continue learning about the latest research and techniques. I have also written a book based on my experience and research called “Scars”, which focuses on creative approaches such as using art and music to address self-harm behaviors.

Sara is available by appointment weekday evenings.

For more information or to schedule an appointment, please contact us via phone, email, or complete our Contact Form.

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Staff

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Mike Vogel
Administrative Director  

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Debbie Albright
Office Manager

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Jules
Registered Therapy Dog

Jules is a 10 year-old Golden Retriever who started her career with Mindful Therapy Center in 2017. She is a trained Therapy Dog who LOVES her job! Jules works with our Clinical Director and Psychotherapist, Charlene Scott, MS, LPC, NCC, ACS. Click here for more/less...

Jules and Charlene both completed training in Animal-Assisted Therapy to begin their work together. Research shows that the presence of a therapy animal during psychotherapy increases the effectiveness of treatment for clients of all ages!

Jules has a very calm and gentle personality. She has a gift for comforting those in need and she brings unconditional love and acceptance to her work with clients. When Jules is not at work she enjoys walks in the sun, carrying around her favorite stuffed animals, chasing balls and long naps snuggled up with people.

Jules has been an wonderful addition to our staff. Her presence brightens the days of everyone around the office. Please contact us if you have questions about Animal-Assisted Therapy.

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