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License # 44SC05583900
Priscilla Bauer, LCSW
Clinical Director
Priscilla S. Bauer is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of New Jersey and received her Master's Degree in Clinical Social Work from Fordham University, graduating with high honors. While completing her training she gained internship experience at Trinitas Hospital working on the Children/Adolescent Outpatient and Inpatient units; developing her skills in facilitating Individual, Group and Family Therapy.
Upon completing her training Priscilla transitioned her focus toward intervening in acute psychiatric emergencies. Employed at Hoboken UMC as a Crisis Intervention Specialist she conducted evaluations of children, adolescents and adults in the ER. Concurrently, Priscilla was employed within the Barnabas Healthcare System, working at Monmouth Medical Center, providing individual, group and family therapy to children and adults receiving treatment on their inpatient psychiatric units. Working within these settings Priscilla has had the opportunity to work with all age groups experiencing a range of problems such as adjustments to life transitions resulting in depression and anxiety to those presenting with severe psychotic and bipolar episodes.
Thereafter, Priscilla began working with Effective School Solutions within the Glen Ridge School District providing Individual, Group and Family therapy to students ages 12-18 where she was truly able to refine her techniques with this age group utilizing a mixture of talk therapy such as CBT and Play Therapy. During this time, she also developed extensive knowledge surrounding IEP and 504 Plan processes and accommodations while working closely with the Child Study Team.
Addressing her personal and professional goals and aspirations, Priscilla transitioned to private practice, focusing treatment on bipolar disorder, depression, anxiety, behavior, grief/loss, PTSD, personality disorders, eating disorders, and OCD.
Possessing innate abilities for recognizing exceptionality and validating every client in a nurturing environment, Priscilla combines therapeutic alliance, creativity, and various modalities to facilitate healing and growth. Her remarkable clinical skills and capacity for building relationships allotted her the opportunity to grow her own business. In her current work with individuals and families she is able to recognize the exceptionality in each individual, provide validation to her clients within a nurturing environment allowing the therapeutic relationship to blossom. She then utilizes the therapeutic bond and incorporates tenets of Psychodynamic Psychotherapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. While intertwining the therapeutic relationship, creativity and therapeutic modalities Priscilla is able to propel the individual toward healing and allow them to actualize their maximum potential.
License # 37PC00823700
Amy Roter, LPC
Assistant Clinical Director
Amy Roter is a Licensed Professional Counselor in the State of New Jersey. After earning her first Masters in Teaching at Teachers College, Amy returned to school for a second Masters in Community Counseling at Montclair State University. From there she interned at Stepping Forward Counseling, LLC, an Intensive Outpatient program for children and adolescents. Shortly thereafter, she moved from the classroom at Livingston High School to the In School Suspension room where she helped students with de-escalation techniques and emotional support, triaging with the other counselors in the building. In 2017, she chose to move on from the public school setting and joined LW Wellness, a family concierge service, where she worked as an organizational coach and life coach, assisting mainly college aged women with executive functioning delays and stress management. In addition, at that time she created two coaching programs: one for working moms, and another for women looking to find a relationship. In Spring 2019, she worked as a maternity placement counselor at Montclair Kimberly Academy’s primary school. Finally, in the summer of 2019, Amy found her home in private practice, where she can work with all of the populations she had encountered over the years: children, adolescents. emerging adults, adults and couples. She focuses her treatment on anxiety, depression, behavior, executive functioning delays (ADHD), grief/loss, PTSD, personality disorders, eating disorders, and OCD. Amy's ability to simplify complex techniques and theories, helps her clients make tangible growth in their counseling journey. With warmth, authenticity, and personal connection, Amy facilitates growth and evolution, focusing on the importance of the integration of the growth mindset for optimal human learning and development. Amy's expansive and integrative approach pulls from various theoretical orientations like cognitive behavior therapy (CBT), dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), feminist theory, and solution-focused brief therapy (SFBT), and Body Positive Therapy. Amy believes that knowledge, perspective, and strategies afford all individuals limitless potential for growth. Amy's unrelenting desire for learning coupled with personal and professional experiences have shaped and continually contribute to her ever-evolving practice. Her accessibility (whether in-person or virtually) aids in maximizing her client's personal growth; extending therapeutic ideology beyond the confines of the office acknowledges successes and offers support and encouragement between scheduled sessions.
License # 37AC00649900
Andrea Angioletti, LAC
Andrea Angioletti is a Licensed Associate Counselor in the state of New Jersey and earned her Master's Degree from Montclair State University, graduating with high honors.
Andrea has worked at First Children Services as a behavior technician treating children with autism spectrum disorders. During this time she honed her experience in utilizing and employing behavior modification techniques that become very useful in treating children with clinical presentations in line with Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder (ADHD), Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD), and Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).
Andrea also worked as a clinician with Center for Family Services (CFS) in NJ where she facilitated individual, group and family psychotherapy services for children, adolescents and adults within the Family Stabilization Program. There, she gained extensive knowledge and training in social systems within the state to provide her clients with the support they needed, even if it extended beyond a session. She also gained expertise in treating various mental health disorders including but not limited to Depression, Anxiety, OCD, Borderline Personality Disorder, Bipolar Disorder, and Stress related to life transitions including adoption and divorce. Andrea has vast experience in supporting the entire family as they move through different life transitions.
Andrea also has experience working with multiple school districts, including Chatham Schools as a behavior technician where she worked closely with the Child Study Team and thereby has considerable experience navigating the IEP and in school accommodations process.
Andrea assesses each client individually and employs an eclectic approach to treatment to address their own unique therapeutic needs. Therefore, Andrea often also incorporates techniques from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Dialectical Behavioral (DBT), Person-Centered Therapy, Family Systems Therapy, Play Therapy, Behavior Modification and Gestalt as seen fit for each client and family.
Moreover, Andrea believes for counseling to be successful, establishing a trusting therapeutic bond is essential. This relationship allows clients to explore their emotions in a safe space and eventually reach their maximum potential. Her confidence and knowledge combined with her warmth and empathy allows her clients to trust her so they can feel seen and heard and get the most positive outcomes from the therapeutic relationship.
License # 44SL06870900
Madison Triano, LSW
Madison Triano is a Licensed Social Worker (LSW) in the State of New Jersey. She received her master’s in social work from Rutgers University, with a Child and Adolescent Certification
Madison has extensive experience working with children, adolescents and families. Madison’s treatment approach is specific to the individual and includes therapeutic modalities such as, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Behavioral Modification, Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT).
Madison’s experience encompasses, but is not limited to working at University Behavioral Health Care’s (UBHC) Child and Adolescent Partial Hospital Unit. During this time she worked closely with children and adolescents experiencing a variety of mental health concerns including, depression, anxiety, suicidal ideation, OCD, school refusal, behavioral challenges, ADHD and borderline personality disorder. In her time at UBHC. Madison had the opportunity to hone her repertoire of therapeutic intervention via individual, group and family therapy.
Madison has also been afforded the opportunity during her education to collaborate with the National Association of Social Worker’s New Jersey Chapter. During this time she created a task force plan for New Jersey to address adolescent suicide and assisted the chapter with training social workers via professional development to develop this skill.
Madison’s ability to really listen and validate the needs of her clients and their families is one of her greatest strengths. She recognizes that to succeed in the therapeutic process, it must be a team effort. She understands that clients may need support outside of their sessions, and her dedication to their wellbeing, beyond office hours,sets her above other clinicians.
License # 37AC00670300
Stephanie Kostolansky, LAC
Stephanie Kostolansky is a Licensed Associate Counselor in the state of New Jersey who completed her Masters in Rehabilitation Counseling with a focus on Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Rutgers University with outstanding academic achievement.
Stephanie has worked at Stepping Forward Counseling Center. Here, Stephanie was providing therapeutic support to children, adolescents and families with a range of disorders, including Depression and Anxiety, Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD), Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), behavioral challenges and mood disorders. Stephanie utilized behavior modification techniques, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), and psychoeducation in both group and individual therapeutic settings to support her clients and their families.
Stephanie also worked at The Center for Great Expectations(CGE), providing individual, group and family therapy to a wide range of mental health disorders including Anxiety, Depression, Bipolar, Grief and Loss, and ADHD. Stephanie employed treatment modalities such as CBT, Motivational Interviewing, and Person-Centered therapy, psychoeducation and behavioral interventions. At CGE, Stephanie became versed in working with individuals who have experienced upset and developed maladaptive coping skills.
Through her work, Stephanie has come to understand the importance of empathy and making sure she can enter any situation with a calm and balanced center in order to provide the highest level of support for her clients who may be coming into session with emotional distress.
Stephanie strives to create a therapeutic atmosphere where her clients feel safe, validated, and understood. Through building rapport and a trusting relationship, Stephanie is able to help her clients identify and work towards goals that will allow them to become the people they would like to be.
License # 44SL06927700
Kaelin Stoll, LSW
Kaelin Stoll is a Licensed Social Worker in New Jersey, having obtained her Master's Degree from Fordham University with a specialization in the Child/Family Clinical track. She completed her undergraduate studies at Rowan University, where she majored in Psychology.
Prior to joining Short Hills Counseling, Kaelin worked as an Outpatient Clinician with Cooperative Counseling Services in New Jersey. There she facilitated individual and family counseling for clients struggling with anxiety, depression, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD), Bipolar Disorder, and Obsessive Compulsive disorder (OCD). Kaelin is skilled in assessing clients' needs and utilizing evidence-based therapeutic modalities to help her clients and their families reach their goals.
In addition, Kaelin worked at Data Group Central as a Behavior Technician, providing treatment for children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). During this time, she gained valuable experience in implementing behavior modification techniques to address various clinical presentations associated with ASD.
Kaelin was also a clinician at Covenant House in Newark, NJ running groups and individual therapy with clients ages 18-21 struggling with life transitions, anxiety, depression. In addition, Kaelin has crisis line volunteer experience with Crisis Text Line and Caring Contact, a local crisis hotline affiliated with the 988 Lifeline. She is certified in Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST).
In her practice, Kaelin adopts an eclectic approach to treatment, assessing each client individually to meet their unique therapeutic needs. She frequently incorporates techniques from CBT, Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Play Therapy, and Behavior Modification, as appropriate for each client and family. Kaelin emphasizes that a successful counseling experience relies on building a trusting therapeutic relationship and utilizing active listening. This bond enables clients to explore their emotions safely and work toward their goals. Her combination of experience, knowledge, warmth, and empathy creates a trusting environment where clients feel seen and heard, leading to positive outcomes in their therapeutic journeys.
License # 37AC00782200
Katie Armstrong, LAC
Katie Armstrong is a Licensed Associate Counselor (LAC) in the state of New Jersey. After earning her first Masters Degree in Industrial and Organizational Psychology from Fairfield University, she continued on to Seton Hall University to earn a second Masters Degree in Professional Counseling.
As a former collegiate basketball player at Fairfield University and Seton Hall University, Katie adds a unique perspective to our team, bringing her passion for working with athletes and high performing students to her practice. She is skilled in helping reduce the anxiety that accompanies performing at such a high level by providing clients with tangible de-escalation tools and the inner work to identify their personal goals to create a roadmap regarding how to reach them.
Prior to joining the Short Hills Counseling family, Katie worked at the Mental Health Association (MHA) in New Jersey for their Statewide Student Support Services within Morris and Sussex County Schools providing individual counseling. During this clinical position she was also responsible for creating psychoeducational workshops and presentations regarding various mental health topics including Suicide, Bullying, Social Media, Classroom Management, Trauma Informed Care, Goal Setting, Visualization, Mindfulness for staff and students. While at the MHA she worked with children and adolescents experiencing a wide range of mental health concerns including Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Anger, Behavioral Challenges, Depression and Anxiety.
In addition, Katie worked with Seton Hall’s Sports Psychology team and at Caldwell University in the Counseling Department, facilitating individual and group sessions to students experiencing a wide variety of mental health concerns including Depression, Anxiety, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Bipolar Disorder, Grief and Loss and performance related stress.
In treatment, Katie uses an eclectic approach with her clients. Some of the techniques that Katie utilizes include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Person Centered Therapy, and Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT). Katie’s ability to build rapport with clients and create a safe and supportive space has helped clients reach their own goals in therapy.