At Psychological & Educational Consulting, we have a team of professionals from which you can choose based on your need and our therapist's area of specialty and training.
Our therapists are respectful, patient, and flexible in an effort to meet your needs and help you find relief, support, and answers to your questions. Yet, beyond the professional skill, we want you to find a connection with your therapist, as we recognize that this is an important part of our work together.
Liz Nissim-Matheis, Ph.D.
Dr. Liz is a licensed clinical psychologist and certified school psychologist. She has worked in the public schools as a member of the Child Study Team as well as the Coordinator of the Child Study Team. During her tenure in private school, she served as the team leader to provide supports to teachers and paraprofessionals, emotional support to parents, and school-based counseling for students as well as behavior management.
Rachael Berringer, M.A., LPC , RPT
Rachael Berringer, LPC, RPT is a Licensed Professional Counselor, Registered Play Therapist and Certified Trauma Therapist. Rachael is certified in EMDR and other trauma models. She provides playful EMDR therapy for children. Childhood trauma can impact the way we parent our own children. Rachael provides specialized EMDR parenting therapy. Within these sessions, she helps parents explore and heal their own trauma in order to become more mindful and present with their children.
Nicholas Campestre, LCSW
Nicholas Campestre, LCSW is a Certified NJ School Social Worker with over 20 years experience working with adolescents, young adults and their families. Nick’s experience includes being the Coordinator of School Based Youth Services for a public school district and the Coordinator of Adolescent Partial Care at a major medical center. He provides group, individual and family counseling to address a myriad of challenges that adolescents and young adults face, such as anxiety, depression, ADHD, autism, and behavioral issues.
John Champion, LAC
John Champion, LAC, earned his undergraduate degree in Psychology from Marist College, a MA in School Counseling from Saint Peter’s University, and a post-master’s certificate in Advanced Counseling from Montclair State University. He is certified as a New Jersey K-12 School Counselor and is a New Jersey Licensed Associate Counselor.
John has vast experience working in both school and private practice settings. He has served as a counselor in both public schools and a private school for students with special needs. He has worked with students at the elementary, middle, and high school level. He specializes in anxiety, depression, autism, and emotional and behavioral disabilities. John utilizes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) in his treatment of children and young adults.
Michelle Molle-Krowiak, LCSW, Ed.S.
Michelle is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Registered Play Therapist. To further her clinical skills, Michelle received her Education Specialist degree specializing in play therapy. Michelle has been working with children and families for the past 20 years focusing on counseling children, and their families, with Autism, Anxiety, behavioral struggles, and learning disabilities. Michelle also works with children and families who are grieving the loss of a loved one.
Elly Manoochehri, LAC, MA
Elly Manoochehri, MA, LAC, is a certified school counselor and a Licensed Associate Counselor. She is well versed with middle school and high school-aged students. Elly is presently serving as a Counselor in a public middle school where she provides individual and group counseling.
Her areas of specialty are anxiety, depression, ADHD, and behavioral struggles using Cognitive Behavioral Therapeutic techniques as well as Solution-Focused, Strengths-Based and Person-Centered approaches.
Amanda Marshall, Ph.D.
Dr. Amanda Marshall is a certified School Psychologist and Licensed Psychologist who specializes in working with adolescents and adults, ages 13 to 35.
She has expertise in anxiety, depression, neurodiversity, interpersonal concerns, and life transitions. Dr. Marshall has experience supporting youth, adults, and families within the LGBTQ+ community as well as clients from various cultural backgrounds. Her trauma-informed approach aims to enhance the individual’s self-confidence and promote independent management of diverse challenges through the incorporation of CBT, DBT, and Humanistic therapy modalities.
Deb Millard, Office Manager
Deb Millard has a Master’s Degree in Early Childhood Education and has experience working in school, church and college settings. She also has extensive experience assisting families of children with serious medical needs.