About the Team

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.

Robert J. Matheis, Ph.D., MA has been licensed as a clinical psychologist for 16 years and is co-founder of Psychological and Educational Consulting LLC. Dr. Matheis enjoys working with adolescents, young adults, and families using cognitive behavioral approaches to address challenges.

Rachael Berringer, L.A.C., M.A. is a Licensed Associate Counselor and has worked as a school counselor for the past 8 years. She has worked in the field of special education for over 12 years. Rachael completed post-graduate training in play therapy, AutPlay therapy, DIR/Floortime, Mindfulness-based cognitive therapy, family trauma models, children’s yoga, social thinking , nurtured heart and mindful parenting, and executive functioning coaching.

Daniel Cherry, MA is a certified School Psychologist and has over 15 years of experience in working with children and adolescents. He also has expertise in the field of special education from Early Intervention to transitioning young adults to residential living. Dan uses both behavioral and developmental approaches to support children and their families who struggle with Anxiety, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Learning Disabilities and has a background and training in behavior management.

Nicole Filiberti, LCSW is a certified New Jersey School Social Worker as well as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. ​Nicole also works at a private school for students with special needs where she provides group and individual therapy to students presenting with Anxiety, Autism Spectrum Disorders, ADHD, and learning disabilities.

Jennifer Mandato, L.A.C., M.A. is a Licensed Associate Counselor. Jennifer has been a School Counselor for the past ten years in a private school for students with special needs. She provides individual and group counseling, as well as family support, future planning and executive functioning coaching. She works with children, adolescents and young adults with Autism, Anxiety, Down Syndrome, and other Developmental Disabilities.

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.

Evana Christopher, Spring-Summer 2020 Intern, is a senior at William Paterson University with a major in Psychology and a minor in Business. She plans to continue her studies in pursuit of a doctorate degree. In her free time, she is a personal trainer with an interest in health and fitness.

Amanda Marshall, Fall 2019 Intern, received a Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology from Columbus State University. She is currently pursuing a PhD in School Psychology at Fordham University with a concentration in therapeutic interventions.

Heidi Borst, Office Administrator, is a freelance writer, nutrition & lifestyle coach, and mother. She received her Bachelor’s Degree in Journalism from Rutgers University, and is a certified nutrition coach.