Meet The Team

John Berno, LMHC, LPC, CRC

Owner, Senior Therapist

I deeply believe in every individual's potential to grow, change, and solve problems. Using several approaches to tailor therapy to each client, we work together to achieve more self-compassion, awareness, and understanding. This team effort is applied to best cultivate the most effective and efficient ways to reach all goals.

Often in my practice, Cognitive as well as Dialectical-Behavioral therapy (CBT and DBT), paired with mindfulness techniques are used to explore the ways in which thoughts affect feelings, which directly affects actions taken (or not taken).

I treat a wide range of issues, including depression, anxiety, addictions, psycho-spiritual/religious conflicts, intrapersonal identity, sexuality, and trauma, to name a few. I have extensive experience working with the LGBTQIA community, some "out," others not; some "still figuring it out;" some religious/spiritual, others not. I'll meet you where you are.

Sean Grady, MHC-LP

Therapist

I'm a creative and dedicated clinician interested in exploring the full breadth of experience with each client. I value a humanist perspective in therapy, and work with clients to determine what approach to care they would find most fruitful for themselves. Often I draw from psychodynamic and experiential modalities, and I also value exploration of the mind-body connection.

I've worked considerably within the queer community to uncover and process shame. I believe that through the work of uncovering unconscious patterns and attuning to our felt experiences, we can elicit deep-rooted change.

I've earned my Master's from Brooklyn College and I completed my Bachelor’s degree at James Madison University. In my spare time I enjoy getting consumed by creative projects, connecting to my body through physical exercise and outdoor adventures, and losing track of time with my friends and family.

Jeffrey Prout, MHC-LP, CRC

Therapist

I am a mental health counselor with two years of clinical experience in a range of effective treatment approaches. My clients are from diverse backgrounds. In particular, I have a lot of experience working with members of the LGBTQIA+ community. My first goal is to create a supportive environment where everyone can feel heard and understood. I focus on the lived experiences of my clients and how both personal and social factors can influence the ways we live and grow in the world.

I have experience helping my clients with a wide range of individual challenges, most notably attentional issues (ADD, ADHD), career and life transitions, anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues, and developing effective skills to build strong, supportive relationships.

If you are interested in discussing how we can work together on your current challenges, please contact me to set up an initial meeting and consultation.