Counselors

Barrett, Theresa, BSW, CAS – Ext. 107 Theresa has been with Starting Point since 1986. She works with individuals, couples and groups. She is holistic in her approach and specializes in addiction, counseling with sexual minorities and women’s issues.

Becker, Bill Bill Becker is an established entrepreneur and business man for over 30 years in the Tri- state area Pa/NJ and Del. His primary business is real estate however his real passion is and has been inspiring people and motivating them to do better for themselves by helping others. He is an accomplished author and lecturer for over 20 years as well as instructor for various universities in the tri-state area such as Drexel, Temple and Rutgers. Bill has been conducting workshops and symposiums on self esteem, goal setting and self realization for many years at other Institutes such as The Inglis House in Phila./ CORA services also in Phila. and is a sought after speaker on his book “Power For Living Today” formerly titled “On the Brink of Bankruptcy”. Bill serves on many non-profit boards in the area including Starting Point. A recent addition to the growing counselors at Starting Point he can be contacted there on Ext. 170, or on his personal e-mail Bill@areii.com or Buddygb@aol.com.

Brent, Maria, RN, MA – Ext. 124 A registered nurse, Maria has Master’s degrees in teaching and applied (counseling) psychology. She works with adults who have emotional or physical health issues, specializing self-esteem and anger issues, as well as anxiety, depression, and bipolar disorder. She offers therapy to individuals and groups. She is a provider for many insurance plans.

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Cavaliere, Anne, MA – Ext. 119 Anne specializes in the treatment of eating disorders and food addiction, and she works with adults and adolescents in both individual and group therapy.

Ciurlino, Rick, D.Div., CADC, CEAP, CCGC – Ext. 132 Rick is a lecturer and a counselor/therapist in the areas of drug and alcohol addiction, compulsive gambling, eating disorders, men’s issues, incest and sexual issues. He works with individuals (adult and adolescent), couples and group using a 12-Step Judeo-Christian approach to therapy.

DiPasquale, Vince, MA – Ext. 102 - view webpage For over 30 years, Vince has been a renowned lecturer, teacher and executive in the field of addictions. He is the co-founder and director of The Starting Point, Inc., an out-patient center dedicated to the education and spiritual counseling of addicted individuals and their families.

Dugan, Janice, Ph.D.,LPC, LCADC – Ext. 105 view website Janice Stewart Dugan has more than 20 years experience in the behavioral healthcare field, serving adults and adolescents with mental illness and drug and alcohol abuse/addiction. She is a PA and NJ Licensed Professional Counselor and NJ Licensed Clinical Drug and Alcohol Professional. Dr. Dugan conducts home based, professional interventions for mental illness and alcohol and other drug addictions , and utilizes a cognitive behavioral approach in working with addictions, bipolar disorder, depression, bereavement, and couples/family conflict resolution.Click here to view this counselors group

Engel, Jean, MS, NCC – Ext. 148 Jean Engel, MS, has graduate degrees in counseling psychology and the biological sciences. She specializes in grief, and coaches clients who have experienced grief and loss, and people in transition.

Farnsworth, Geoff, CAC, CHT – Ext. 110 view website Geoff is a Body Centered Therapist and Life Coach who specializes in assisting people who are feeling stuck, struggling with relationship issues or just want more out of life. He specializes in assisting people to free themselves of unresolved emotions and limiting beliefs so they are free to make new choices for a happier and more fulfilling life. Programs include: Single to Soul Mate, Relationship Success for Singles visit www.singletosoulmate.com, The Next Step, www.bestlifetips.com, visit facebook page. Geoff's e-mail is coachgf@mac.com

Gangloff, Tamie MACP- Click here to view this counselors group

Greenblatt, Diane MA, LCADC - Diane Greenblatt specializes her clinical work with the adolescent population struggling with addiction related issues to enhance the the recovery process in all aspects of their lives. She offers individual and small group settings in her private practice. She has an eclectic clinical approach intergrating client centered ,stages of change and cognitive behavioral philosophies with spiritual and holistic practices. Diane encourages and supports family involvement as part of the treatment process. She provides the families of her clients with educational group sessions to cover all the aspects of the addiction,recovery and healing process to strengthen the family unit. She provides support to families who need direction and intervention solutions to engage their loved ones in a treatment process in individual sessions. Diane has extensive training and education working in the addiction field for the past ten years specializing her work with the adolescent population and their families.www.dgdragonfly.com

Gullo, Maria - Ext. 118 Maria Gullo is a Christian spiritual director working with individuals of all ages. She helps people on their spiritual journey as they seek to develop deeper, healthier relationships with God, themselves and others. Spiritual direction focuses on healing and transformation through a relationship that tends to the divine presence and action in one’s life. Maria is the founder and director of “The Contemplative Way” www.thecontemplativeway.org, an ecumenical Christian organization dedicated to teaching comtemplation in action and 'The Compassion Project' www.thecompassionproject.com, dedicated to helping people sustgain a 'recovering lifestyle.

Hanley, Carla, MSW – Ext. 167 – Carla is an Integrative Psychotherapist with a practice in psychotherapy for over 20 years. She works with individuals and groups as a body-centered psychotherapist to assist people in moving through emotional blocks in order to create the conditions necessary for healing so that they can then live more fully and make better decisions in their personal and work lives. She taught pain management and stress reduction at an Infectious Disease Agency to HIV/AIDS patients. Other modalities she draws on in her work are role playing, gestalt techniques, communication skills, guided imagery and dream analysis. When appropriate, she incorporates meditation and prayer in sessions.

Hrivnak, Anna Marie, M.Ed. – Ext. 137 Anna Marie is a former Vice Principal and is listed in the 2004 and 2005 editions of Who’s Who Among America’s Teachers. She works with adults and adolescents in both individual and group settings helping them to enhance their awareness of the body, heart, mind and soul connection to mental and physical health.

Ivins, Jen, NCC – Ext. 133 Jennifer is a counselor certified by the National Board of Certified Counselors (NBCC). She earned her Masters of Arts degree in Counseling. She works with clients with self-esteem, ACOA, anxiety, and co-dependency issues.

Karpiel, Roman MA, LCADC - Roman is Licensed Clinical Drug and Alcohol Counselor. He has over 10 years of experience in drug and alcohol addiction counseling and over 20 years in spiritual counseling. He provides individual, group, and family sessions. He specializes in addiction treatment, relapse prevention, family therapy, and spiritual counseling of addicted individuals and their families. Speaks three languages: English, Polish, Italian, also communicates in Russian, Ukraine, Slovakian and Spanish.

King, Ashley , MSEd, EdM -- Ext. 122 Ashley is a former teacher who works with adolescents and adults in private practice. She is especially interested in existential issues including grief and loss, relationships, sexuality, spirituality, creativity, meaning, and purpose. Her holistic approach to therapy seeks to integrate Eastern and Western thought, as well as mind/body healing modalities. Visit www.ashleykingtherapy.com

Lamborne, Frankie, LCSW – Ext. 108 Frankie works with relationship, sexual identity, spirituality and self-esteem issues. Her clients come from every walk of life including gay, lesbian, transsexual, bisexual and adolescents. Frankie often runs groups on the above issues and many others.

Lenny, Kevin, MSW, LSW - Ext. 128 Kevin provides individual, couples, family, and group counseling. He has helped people with substance abuse related concerns and those who may suffer from various mental health diagnoses. Additionally, Kevin has worked with adolescents and adults, addressed men and women’s issues, and works within a holistic approach.

Meline, Kathy, M. Ed. – Ext. 112 Kathy provides a safe, supportive environment to work through personal growth issues including low self-esteem, co-dependency, spirituality, and sexuality. Through reality and cognitive therapy, she teaches clients the skills needed to feel empowered and to make healthy life choices.

Mercogliano, Bruce, Ph. D – Ext. 145 Dr. Mercogliano is a Community Psychologist specializing in marriage and the family. He is a member of the American Psychological Association and the American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy.

Miller, Allie , M.A., L.M.F.T. – Ext. 113 view website Allie is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (NJ). He works with individuals, couples and families. Some of the areas in which he can assist his clients are addictions, co-dependency, self-esteem, grief and loss, communications, stress management, and recovery from trauma. He also is able to provide support and guidance to those who are struggling with issues regarding sexuality and sexual functioning. He facilitates a therapy group for men who are survivors of childhood sexual trauma on Wednesday evenings. He is a Clinical Member of the American Association of Marriage and Family Therapists. His e-mail address is SEEME4MFT@GMAIL.COM.

Mitchell, Frank, Personal Trainer - Frank is a Certified Personal Trainer currently serving the Camden County area. He designs your personal fitness-training program based on your goals. The combination of privacy while working with an experienced professional yields maximum results. Men, Women or Children are welcomed, Frank will work with you to achieve your goals and guarantee results. He also works with special needs children with autism or fetal alcohol syndrome. Frank helps these children build their self-esteem while building strong bodies giving them more self confidence. If you’re ready to get started and get the body you want or have a child you want to help, call Frank for a free consultation with no obligation. Phone: 856-854-0768, email: frankdm47@aol.com

Newman, Valerie, MSW, LSW – Ext. 140 Valerie is a graduate of the Rutgers School of Social Work, The Multi-Cultural Family Institute of New Jersey and the New Jersey Child Sexual Abuse Training Institute. She offers individual, couple, family and group therapy. She specializes in Race/Ethnicity, Sexual Orientation and Sexual Abuse issues.

Novembre, Anita, MEd., MA, MS, LPC, Mentor & Life Coach – Ext. 115 Anita is the creator and Director of “Pro-Active Living” (programs designed to empower women) and works with individuals, couples, and groups on a variety of issues. Anita specializes is the process of helping re-frame thought patterns so that clients may create a map of their world that moves from a stuck, painful place to a path of action. Action that leads to wholeness and the realization of personal, professional, and /or relationship goals achieved. Anita has come to believe that the way to inner peace, balance, wholeness and healing is to embrace positive thought patterns and a belief system that lead to an empowered lifestyle.

Obst, Patricia, LCSW – Ext. 141 Pat is a licensed clinical social worker and personal coach. She has experience working with individuals, couples and groups for a variety of issues such as depression, anxiety, codependency, relationship struggles, caregiver and stress. Pat specializes in grief counseling as well as infertility, adoption and pre- and post-natal loss. Pat has additional training as a personal coach and works with clients who are making career changes, working through retirement transitions and pursuing life goals.

O’Connor, John, Dr. – Ext. 111 view website Dr. O’Connor specializes in Alcohol and Drug Counseling, Sexual Addictions, and Gambling.

O’Connor, Patricia, LSW – Ext. 142 Pat assists children and parents in the process of problem solving in order to attain working, loving relationships with the family system. She deals with separation and divorce, abuse, ADD, ADHD and co-dependency. Pat lectures on parenting and does school programs on Anger Management and Communication Skills.

Olwell, Dr. Marie B., SSJ, M. Ed., D. Min. - ext 127 Dr. Marie Olwell is a clinically certified Individual, Marriage and Family Therapist and Reiki Master. She has been in private since 1988 and comes from a background in teaching, administration and school counseling. Her therapeutic process is based on the Systems Theory using the Family of Origin as the beginning point. She believes in a holistic approach to life and preventative health care as a basis for dealing with daily stress. She has an extensive background in energy work having studied with Donna Eden and Anodea Judith. In addition, Dr. Olwell offers workshops and retreat experiences focusing on spiritual growth and development.

Ouligian, John, Dr. – Ext. 163 Dr. Ouligian specializes in general and forensic psychiatry.

Palagye, Margaret, Ordained Minister, RScP - Reverend Margaret has been a spiritual counselor for more than twelve years. Her beliefs are based in a deep non-denominational spirituality. She facilitates many spiritual classes, lectures and workshops. Rev. Margaret lovingly guides people of all ages into transforming their limiting beliefs and blocked emotions with honest and compassionate listening, clear guidance and affirmative prayer. She allows others to move into self-acceptance and self-love by helping them realize they can create a life of new choices, healthier living and freedom as they deepen into their relationship with their inner divinity. Rev. Margaret believes all people can live in recovery as spiritual beings having a human experience. Web www.nondenominationalweddings.org or email revmargaret@comcast.net .

Sanflippo, Jackie - Jackie has an Ed.M. in counseling psychology from Temple University in Philadelphia. She works with diverse issues of mental health and addictions, including depression/anxiety, grief and loss issues, past trauma, and substance abuse/dependence. Jackie works with children, adolescents, adults, and older adults, as well as couples and families. She utilizes an integrated counseling approach, focusing initially on symptom relief and progressing to deeper healing of the psyche and lasting behavior change. She can be reached at ext. 123 or by email at jackie.startingpoint@gmail.com.

Schatz, JoAnne, CAC – Ext. 129 JoAnne has a diverse and solid background in human services and education working with men and women. She specializes in addictions recovery, anger management, allergy and transition counseling following life changing events. A cognitive behavioral approach is used.

Sorrentino, Brenda MA, RN, CHt. – Ext. 139. Brenda is a registered nurse, certified hypnotherapist, NJ certified vocational education teacher/curriculum coordinator, and has 23 years experience as a health care communications/management professional. In addition to traditional hypnotherapy, she is pleased to offer Past Life Regression and Life-Between-Lives sessions. As a holistic health practitioner, she is also interested in sharing holistic health services with clients who have mental health issues, alcoholism and addictions. She has a special sensitivity for their friends and family. Depending on the client’s need and interest, she calls on the help of angels and spirit guides and uses aromatherapy, crystals, energy work and other holistic modalities to help reduce stress and promote healing. Click here to view this counselors group

Thomas, Sharon, MS, LPC, NCC – Ext. 162 view website Sharon is a mental health and addiction’s therapist, trainer, consultant, motivational speaker, life coach and business owner. She is a Licensed Professional Counselor, a National Certified Counselor and has a Master’s degree in Counseling and Human Relations. She specializes in building effective and authentic communication skills, assertiveness, self-esteem, addictions, stress and anger management, couples and family therapy, life coaching, clinical supervision and training, and workplace wellness trainings. She also offers Christian counseling.

Tucker, Lauren - Ext 120 Lauren obtained her masters in Clinical Psychology and Counseling with a concentration in addiction studies from Chestnut Hill College. Having worked in the mental health field for over ten years, she holds the strong belief that addiction is a family disease that affects all family members. She specializes in the treatment of addictions, relapse prevention, depression, adult children of alcoholics, low self-esteem, stress management, difficulties in life transition, and codependency.

Wiley, Robin, LCSW – Ext. 161 Robin is a licensed clinical social worker with several years of experience serving children, families, homeless/at-risk youth, the mentally challenged and adult offenders. Among her key therapy focus areas are stress management, anger management, effective parenting, play therapy for younger children with behavioral issues and adolescents/teens with at-risk behaviors.

Williams, Marge - Ext. 134 Graduated with a MA from Capella University in Human Services and a major in Professional Counseling. She completed her internship for her CACREP at Providence House of Catholic Charities, a center for women of domestic violence. Her key therapy focus areas are domestic violence, individual and group therapy, self-esteem, depression, and anxiety.