Meet the Team
Clinical Psychologists
Therapists
Needham, MA
Kaylan Hebb Brower, MA
Kaylan is a clinical mental health counselor who joined the Charles River Counseling Center in early 2024. She has earned a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Northeastern University and a Master’s degree in Mental Health Counseling and Behavioral Medicine from Boston University’s School of Medicine. Kaylan's past clinical experience includes working in hospital settings, outpatient clinics and emergency/mobile-crisis centers.Kaylan focuses on the client first, utilizing an electric approach tailored to each individual’s needs and goals in treatment. Most often, Kaylan incorporates aspects of CBT, DBT, Strength-Based therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Mindfulness training and Supportive Reflection. Clinical interests include issues related to anxiety, depression, mood disorders, life transitions, self-esteem, interpersonal or relationship struggles, substance abuse and medical illness. Kaylan currently works with clients who are 15 and older.
Languages spoken: English
Lowell, MA
Kayla Corsetti, LMHC
Kayla joined CFD as an intern in 2018 and became an employee in 2019. She obtained her Master’s degree in Mental Health Counseling through Rivier University. She has years of experience working with adolescents at St. Ann’s Home. Kayla sees children, adolescent and adult clients. She belongs to Project Semicolon and strives to bring awareness to suicide and mental health issues.
Kayla’s clinical specialties include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, Dialectal Behavior Therapy, anxiety, depression, suicidal ideation, self-harm, trauma, abuse, and bullying.
Languages spoken: English
Chelmsford, MA, Lowell, MA, Needham, MA
Evelyn Duran, Pre-licensed Mental Health Clinician
My name is Evelyn Duran I'm a dedicated and compassionate pre-licensed mental health therapist with a master’s degree in counseling psychology and a strong foundation in various therapeutic modalities. I am skilled in conducting comprehensive assessments, facilitating individual and group therapy sessions, and developing tailored treatment plans that meet the unique needs of my clients. Bilingual in English and Spanish, committed to creating an inclusive and supportive environment for diverse clients. I promote mental health awareness and advocate for a client-centered approach to care, empowering individuals to achieve their emotional and psychological well-being.
I have extensive clinical experience including working with children, adolescents, and adults of all ages across various settings. My collaborative skills enable me to work effectively with multidisciplinary teams, ensuring a holistic approach to treatment. I am passionate about professional growth and actively seek opportunities for ongoing learning and development to refine therapeutic techniques. My dedication is to make a positive impact in the community through dynamic therapeutic practices and a strong commitment to client empowerment.
Languages spoken: English, Spanish
Lowell, MA
Jannell Forestal, M.Ed
I graduated from Capella University in 2020 with a Master's in Science/Clinical Mental Health. I have been working in the field for 4 years and specialize in working with children and adolescents. If you are looking for a clinician that is understanding, compassionate, empathetic, and caring then you have found the right one. I provide support and guidance with previous trauma, anxiety, and depression. I have experience working with individuals who have been diagnosed with borderline personality disorder, autism, ADHD, adjustment disorder, schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and multiple other mental health disorders. As a team, we will work to form a collaborative relationship where we will create a trusting, supportive, and nonjudgmental environment. So, let's build a life worth living together!
Languages spoken: English
Lowell, MA
Debra Gilbert, MA
Debra has been with CHS since 2020 and has over 22 years of clinical experience working with individuals, couples, and families. She received her undergraduate degree in psychology from Suffolk University and her Master's in counseling psychology from Salem State University. She has worked in numerous outpatient, inpatient and residential settings, as well having years of experience being a volunteer grief counselor for T.I.P. (Trauma Intervention Program of the Merrimack Valley).
Debra uses a person-centered and individualized approach encouraging clients to consider how they're wired in order to better understand themselves in relation to others and the world. She believes that with attention to therapeutic models such as systems thinking, and attachment style one can better understand themselves and their authentic needs and develop instruments for more qualitative self-care.
Debra has an eclectic approach using evidence-based treatment modalities. Areas of clinical practice include developing and improving personal dynamics with a focus on communication skills, cognitive restructuring, motivational interviewing, relational therapy, CBT, and learning distress tolerance skills. She has decades of experience working with symptoms of anxiety/stress, panic attacks, depression, OCD, PTSD, ADHD, Executive functioning issues, learning disabilities, sensory processing disorder, ASD, Behavioral issues, LGBTQ community, adapting and acclimating to Life transitions, Relationship/Family issues. She works with and sees clients age 5 and up.
Languages spoken: English
Lowell, MA
Joanne Groetzinger, LMHC
Joanne joined the CHS family in 2019. She has over 20 years of experience in the mental health field, having worked in a variety of settings including forensic psychology, private practice, and with NH Healthy Families. Joanne earned her first Master’s degree in Human Services Administration from Springfield College, and obtained her second Master’s degree, in psychology, from Notre Dame College in Manchester.
Her clinical specialties include CBT, DBT, family therapy, and working with clients with schizophrenia and other chronic mental illnesses.
Languages spoken: English
Chelmsford, MA
Tianna Guerra, MS
Tianna is a dual diagnosis therapist with a Master’s Degree in Mental Health Counseling from Salem State University. She has extensive experience working in the mental health field in various settings, including a specialty in substance use disorder having previous experience working at a structured outpatient addiction programs and in medication assisted treatment. Tianna has also previously worked in outpatient counseling seeing children through adults, in home therapy with families and has experience in case management and facilitating parenting education as well as different types of therapeutic groups. Tianna serves clients of all ages. Her clinical interests include co-occurring substance use disorders, trauma, mood disorders, self-esteem, anxiety, stress management, and life transitions. Tianna integrates strength-based, trauma informed, motivational interviewing, cognitive behavioral (CBT), dialectical behavioral (DBT), and solution focused approaches in therapy, while always emphasizing and utilizing a client centered approach to find the right fit and approach to treatment with each client.
Languages spoken: English
Chelmsford, MA
Cloe Hallinan, LICSW
Cloe graduated in May 2017 from Simmons College with her Masters in Clinical Social Work and holds an LCSW. Prior to obtaining her degree, she had worked as a preschool teacher, worked with children with emotional and behavioral issues, and women struggling with eating disorders. Post graduate school, Cloe gained more experience working closely with children and families and eventually clinically supporting adults with psychotic disorders in the community. Cloe likes to incorporate CBT, Motivational Interviewing, Strength-Based Therapy and/or Narrative Therapy into her sessions. Her clinical specialties include depression, anxiety, eating disorders, trauma, ADHD, and self esteem building. She sees clients of all ages.
Languages spoken: English
Lowell, MA
Ian Hibbert, MA
Ian joined the CHS family as an intern in the fall of 2019. Ian obtained a bachelor’s from the University of Massachusetts: Dartmouth before starting his post-secondary training. He received a Master’s of Art in Mental Health Counseling from Boston College. Ian works within a trauma-informed, Cognitive-Behavioral framework and sees clients aged 12 and up.
Areas of Clinical Interest: Anxiety, Depression, and Trauma-Informed Therapy.
Languages spoken: English
Chelmsford, MA
Laurel Kuipers, LCSW
Languages spoken: English
Lowell, MA
Joseph Sheldon LeBlanc, MSW
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Languages spoken: English
Lowell, MA
Linda Littlefield, LICSW
Linda has been with CFD since 1999 and has been employed as a social worker since 1974. Linda graduated from Boston University’s School of Social Work and went on to receive her Certificate of Advanced Graduate Study from Boston University. She belongs to the National Association of Social Workers. She sees clients ages 16 and older.
Linda’s clinical specialties include working with people struggling with substance abuse and mental health issues. In addition, she has experience working with abuse/trauma, anxiety, ADHD, Bipolar disorder, depression, divorce, grief, homelessness, incarceration, learning disorders, relationships, schizophrenia, and self-harm.
Languages spoken: English
Lowell, MA
Nicole Nickerson, LICSW
Nicole is a clinical social worker with over 11 years of experience. She graduated from Boston University’s School of Medicine in 2007 with her MSW. She sees clients ages 21 and older.
Nicole specializes in working with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, homelessness, relationships, schizophrenia, self-esteem, social anxiety, and suicidal ideation.
Languages spoken: English
Lowell, MA
Jackie Parker, LMHC
Jackie Parker joined out team in 2019, and has been working in the clinical field since 2012. Jackie attended University of Toledo, Ohio for her Bachelors degree and Bowling Green State University, Ohio for her Masters degree in Mental Health Counseling.
Jackie sees clients ages 5 and older. Her clinical specialties are in CBT and solution-focused work, in addition to working with children/youth, family therapy, parenting skills, trauma, and adoption/foster care. When not at work, Jackie enjoys traveling, bicycling, going to concerts, cooking/watching cooking shows, going to the gym, gardening, and spending time with her cat.
Languages spoken: English
Needham, MA
Johanna Schneid, LICSW
Johanna is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) with a Master’s Degree in Social Work from Bridgewater State University. She has extensive experience working in the mental health field in various settings, including hospitals, outpatient clinics, partial hospitalization and intensive outpatient programs, residential programs, foster care, and medical clinics.
Johanna serves clients ages 18 and older. Her clinical interests include depression, anxiety, mood disorders, self-esteem, stress management, interpersonal/relationship challenges, life transitions, and emotional regulation.
Johanna integrates strength-based, trauma informed, cognitive behavioral (CBT), dialectical behavioral (DBT), and solution focused approaches in therapy, maintaining the flexibility to meet the unique needs and goals of each individual.
Languages spoken: English
Chelmsford, MA, Lowell, MA, Needham, MA
Sarah Shapiro, M. Ed
Sarah joined CHS at the end of 2024. She earned her undergraduate degree in Psychology and Special Education from Bridgewater State University and her Master’s degree in School Adjustment Counseling and Mental Health Counseling from Cambridge College.
With experience in schools, in-home therapy, and outpatient settings, Sarah brings a comprehensive and adaptable approach to her work. She serves clients aged 13 and older, offering support for a range of concerns, including anxiety, PTSD, depression, life transitions, executive functioning, and relationship challenges.
Sarah’s approach is rooted in a strengths-based perspective, emphasizing each client’s unique abilities and potential. She is skilled in trauma-informed care and utilizes evidence-based techniques such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused Therapy. Sarah tailors her methods to align with each client’s specific needs, fostering a collaborative and personalized therapeutic experience.
Languages spoken: English
Lowell, MA
Althea Terrell, LICSW
Althea has been with the Center for Family Development since 2017. She obtained her MSW from Simmons University. Althea sees clients ages 8 and older.
Althea’s clinical specialties include trauma, anxiety, depression, and PTSD. When not at work, Althea enjoys journaling and going on walks.
Languages spoken: English
Chelmsford, MA
Marlena Thompson, MSW
Marlena Thompson brings a wealth of experience to her work as a social worker, with a career spanning both emergency care and mental health fields. Before transitioning to social work, she spent 14 years in high-pressure emergency care environments, where she gained invaluable experience in trauma-informed care and crisis management. This background has significantly shaped her therapeutic approach, allowing her to understand and navigate the complex dynamics of trauma and stress, both in the clinical setting and in everyday life. In recent years, Marlena has focused her practice on adolescent and family therapy, including providing intensive in-home therapy and support within school systems. She holds a Master of Social Work (MSW) degree from Springfield College.
Marlena specializes in a broad range of mental health concerns, including anxiety disorders, depression, identity issues, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), and interpersonal challenges. She also has extensive experience working with substance abuse and addiction disorders, grief, trauma, and low self-esteem. A core aspect of her therapeutic work involves helping clients develop coping strategies to manage both day-to-day stress and significant life transitions. Utilizing evidence-based practices, Marlena integrates modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), and supportive therapy into her work. Her approach is both Solution-Focused and client-centered, tailoring interventions to each individual’s unique needs. Marlena encourages clients to explore mindfulness and meditation as part of a holistic approach to healing and personal growth. Believing that each client is the expert in their own life, Marlena strives to create a warm and supportive environment where individuals can feel empowered to build the skills they need to achieve lasting change. Her compassionate yet professional approach ensures that clients feel understood, respected, and supported throughout their therapeutic journey.
Membership: National Association of Social Workers (NASW)
Languages spoken: English, Polish
Chelmsford, MA
Michelle Troyer, MSW, LICSW
Michelle is a licensed clinical social worker who fosters a trauma-informed and culturally-responsive environment. She uses a range of expressive, cognitive, somatic, and narrative modalities with clients to develop coping skills and regulation techniques. Michelle’s passion lies in working with children (ages 4 and up) and adolescents though has experience across the lifespan. Her clinical specialties include anxiety, depression, trauma, LGBTQ+ issues, perinatal mental health, eating disorders, child development, autism, and substance use. She employs therapeutic techniques including but not limited to Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Expressive Arts Therapy, Rainbowdance®, Motivational Interviewing, and Solution Focused Brief Therapy. She leads individual, family, and group sessions.
When not at work, Michelle enjoys knitting/crocheting, spending time with her two cats, traveling the world, and learning languages. She is fluent in English, proficient in French, and conversational in American Sign Language, Greek, and Spanish.
Languages spoken: English, French, Greek, Spanish
Chelmsford, MA
Sheila Tucke, LICSW
Sheila has been working as a therapist for over 25 years. She graduated from Fitchburg University with her MSW. She sees clients ages 21 and older.
Sheila’s clinical specialties include relationships, parenting, identity, work and careers, depression, anxiety, trauma, school and education, gender, and cultural issues.
Languages spoken: English
Lowell, MA
Kylee Vogt, M.Ed
Before joining the CHS clinical team, Kylee worked for over 10 years in residential substance use treatment. She recently graduated from Cambridge College with a Master’s in Mental Health Counseling and is working toward her license. Her approach is person-centered and she utilizes various treatment modalities like motivational interviewing, cognitive behavioral therapy, and mindfulness in her practice.
Kylee sees clients ages 12 and older. She specializes in substance use and addiction, anxiety, depression, eating disorders, and relationships.
Languages spoken: English
Lowell, MA
Alison Yates, MA
Alison has been in the health and human services field since the age of 17 when she enlisted in the United States Army as a medic. She has attended Rivier University and holds a Masters in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and a CAGS in Multicultural Studies. Alison has over 17 years of service in working with clients with major mental health concerns in a community mental health setting and her clientele includes children, families, teens, adults, couples, veterans, and crisis management. Alison is currently pursuing her PsyD in Counseling and School Psychology.
Alison is an advocate for others, not just to find, but to use their voice. Alison supports the This is My Brave Project, an organization that strives to use the arts as an expression to advocate to end the stigma associated with mental health. She also supports veterans and their families for their service country and continues to educate herself in their needs as well as volunteering for the USO.
Languages spoken: English
