Meet Our TEAm!

Our group of child, Teen & Family specialists

Here at BCFC, we pride ourselves in being a group of licensed professionals that specialize in working with children, adolescents, and teens. Our clinicians have studied at top-tier, evidence-based Universities – some of the best programs in the Country for Clinical Social Work and Counseling.

While all staff at BCFC specialize in treating younger populations, every clinician has their own niche within the scope of mental health & children. Each clinician brings a unique perspective from extensive work in a variety of clinical and professional settings. Our treatment modalities are all evidence-based such as CBT, ACT, and DBT. 

BCFC offers flexible in-person and virtual (telehealth) sessions to accommodate most school and work schedules, specializing in the treatment of a broad range of childhood disorders such as: ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Emotional Regulation, and Behavioral Regulation.

Clinicians At Our Troy Location

Olivia Tolonen, LMSW

Olivia specializes in teens and young adults who want to learn about their feelings & create coping strategies. Focusing on the LGBTQ+ population, anxiety, and depression. Read More.

Carleigh Gollin, LMSW

Carleigh works with children & teens on ADHD, academic stressors, anxiety, and life adjustments. As a previous school social worker, she specializes in skill-based techniques and tools! Read More!

Linda Bazzi, LLMSW

Linda focuses on assisting child & teens with their self-esteem, self-talk, and coping mechanisms. Linda’s niche therapy specialities are in helping with distorted eating and women’s issues. Read More.

Selena Kas-Mikha, LLMSW

Selena specializes in working with children and adolescents with anxiety, eating disorders, & grief. Teaching your child to build insight in their thought patterns. Read More.

Lauren DeGrazia, LMSW

Lauren specializes in working with young children to work on social/emotional skills. She works with Preschoolers, Kindergarteners, & their parents. She also runs some of our Groups for Littles during the Summer.  Read More. 

Haley Putin, LLMSW

Haley enjoys working with a variety of clients, but specializes in working with children, teens, & young adults who need assistance with anxiety, depression, ADHD, Autism, LGBTQI+, & life transitions. Read More.

 

Dr. Cherry Jones, LMFT PhD

Dr. Jones is a licensed PhD Marriage and Family Therapist. She specializes in treating the family as a unit. Dr. Jones works with couples & with parents. Read More.

Alyssa Gajar,  LMSW

Alyssa works with children & teens with anxiety, ASD, depression, and life adjustments. She focuses on building skills for those with emotion dysregulation and poor stress management. She focuses on CBT, DBT, and family systems.  Read More.

Monica Silva, LMSW

Monica assists kids & teens suffering from anxiety, anger management, and depression. She has a background in treating trichotillomania, anxiety disorders, and depression in children and teens. She also works with families on improving mindfulness and coping skills. Read More.

Janeane Herard, LLMSW

Janeane’s professional work addresses the individual needs of those experiencing symptoms related to Trauma, Grief, Anxiety, Depression, ADHD, and Autism Spectrum Disorder. She is also a school social worker who can assist with tools for academic success & behavioral modification . Read More.

 

Clinicians At Our WB Location

 

Shannon Tavis, LMSW

Shannon treats anxiety, anger, depression, ADHD & life adjustments in children & teens. She helps build life-long skills through practice with CBT & DBT.   Read More.

Michelle Evans, LMSW

Michelle specializes in children & teens with ASD/Autism, anxiety, and ADHD. She has years of experience in school settings creating mindful skills, regulation techniques & role playing. Read More.

 

Dawn Smith, LMSW

Dawn works with upper elementary children through high school. She treats childhood disorders such as anxiety, trauma, & ADHD. Dawn uses creativity in her sessions to create tools & engage with her clients. Read More. 

Kathryn Linnen, LLMSW

Kathryn enjoys working with teens, but she treats a variety of ages. She specializes in treating symptoms of anxiety, depression, stress, & mood. Read More.

Danielle Merritt, LLMSW

Danielle specializes in ASD and special needs youth, with an extensive background in school and community settings.  Before coming to BCFC she worked with youth and families in the foster care system. Read More.

Prescriber

Dr. Grace Zhao, PMHNP-BC, PhD

Grace Zhao is a Board-Certified Nurse Practitioner with PhD degree in mental health who is qualified to practice in both family medicine and psychiatry; diagnose, treat, and
prescribe medication for children, adolescents, and adults. Some of her practice specialties include (but not limited to) ADHD, Depression, Anxiety, Panic attacks and Insomnia. Read More.

 

 

Jessica Cortez, LMSW 

Founder

Jessica is the proud owner of BCFC. For the last twelve years, she has specialized in treating children and adolescents using evidence-based therapy (CBT, DBT).

In recent years, Jessica has continued to add to the outstanding team of professionals in her practice. Each one brings a specific niche focus and expertise while continuing to serve the needs of child and teen populations. BCFC now offers both in-person and virtual (telehealth) therapy sessions for individuals or groups, and specializes in the testing and treatment of ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Emotional Regulation, Behavioral Regulation, and Prescribed Medication when appropriate.

Jessica graduated from Michigan State University with her Bachelors in Psychology and graduated from the University of Michigan with her Masters in Clinical Social Work. Learn more about Jessica here.

 

 

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EMAIL ADDITIONAL INQUIRIES

Front Office/Patient Coordinator: receptionist@bloomfieldfamilies.com 

Billing inquires: billing@bloomfieldfamilies.com

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