Jay B. Gordon, Ph.D.

Jay B. Gordon, Ph.D.

NJ Licensed Psychologist #37590

Dr. Jay Gordon has been treating children, adolescents, and adults for behavioral, emotional, and neurological problems for twenty years. An experienced and skilled clinical psychologist, Dr. Gordon provides psychoeducational and neuropsychological evaluation and treatment, and individual, family, marital, and group therapy. He specializes in treating children and adults with neuropsychological conditions (i.e. ADD/ADHD, Learning Disabilities, Traumatic Brain Injury, Post Concussive Syndromes, and Dementia/Pseudo-Dementia), chronic medical illness (i.e. Irritable Bowel Syndrome, Fibromyalgia, Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, chronic pain and chronic headaches), and anxiety and depressive conditions.

Dr. Gordon has been in private practice in Ocean and Monmouth County, New Jersey for over ten years. He is also a member of the consulting staff at Health South Rehabilitation Hospital, Tinton Falls, Health South Rehabilitation Hospital, Toms River, Sothern Ocean County Hospital, and St. Barnabas Behavioral Health Hospital. He is manager of the Brain Injury Program at Health South Rehabilitation Hospital of Toms River. He has a degree in clinical psychology with a sub-specialty in neuropsychological. Dr Gordon is member of the American Psychological Association, The New Jersey Psychological Association, and The National Academy of Neuropsychological.

A frequent speaker, Dr. Gordon has lectured at various community, professional and community organizations on various topics, such as Brain Injury Rehabilitation, Dementia, and ADHD. He has also completed research in Functional Evaluations of Brain Injury and Community Based Treatment in Young Adults with Brain Injury.

Dr. Gordon received his Bachelors Degree from Rutgers College, Rutgers University, and his Ph.D. from Drexel University.

Joanne Perry, Psy.D.

Joanne Perry, Psy.D.

NJ Licensed Psychologist

Dr. Joanne Perry is a NJ-licensed psychologist who completed her clinical internship at the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey (UMDNJ)-University Behavioral HealthCare (UBHC). She was trained in using Cognitive Behavioral and Solution-Focused therapy to address a wide variety of psychological issues. Dr. Perry completed her doctoral studies at Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine (PCOM) after many years of practicing school psychology in the New Jersey public schools. In May 2013, the Alumni Association of PCOM awarded Dr. Perry a Certificate of Merit for “serving the welfare of the community and public health of our nation.”

Dr. Perry has extensive experience with psychological and educational assessment, parent training, crisis intervention, and individual and group counseling. She provides psychotherapy in order to address an array of mental health and behavioral issues including mood disorders, anxiety disorders, sleep disturbances, disruptive behavior disorders, ADD/ADHD, and Autism Spectrum Disorders.

She specializes in using state of the art treatments for social skills problems and executive functioning disorders. As a former special education teacher and child study team member for over 20 years, Dr. Perry is uniquely qualified to assess and intervene on behalf of students with disabilities and their families.

Dr. Perry is a member of the American Psychological Association, the New Jersey Psychological Association, and the National Association of School Psychologists. She is an active board member of the New Jersey Association of School Psychologist (NJASP). Dr. Perry is a Past-President of NJASP and currently serves as its Executive Secretary.

Therese Cresanti-Daknis, Ph.D.

Therese Cresanti-Daknis, Ph.D.

Dr. Therese Cresanti-Daknis earned her Ph.D. from SUNY Albany in 1991. She works almost exclusively in the fields of geriatric and health psychology in a variety of settings including acute and subacute rehabilitation hospitals, long term care, and assisted living facilities.

Jacqueline Lucas, LCSW

Jacqueline Lucas, LCSW

Jacqueline Lucas, LCSW received her Bachelor of Social Work at Kean College in 1981 and a Master of Social Work from Rutgers University in 2005. She has extensive training in adult mental health, as well as family- and work-related issues of aging.

Jackie provides psychotherapy to individuals 18 years of age and older. She utilizes an integrative therapeutic approach with a focus on cognitive behavioral therapy.

Jackie’s practice focuses on helping individuals to gain a better understanding of themselves and their past in order to understand their current challenges. She addresses issues such a depression (individual and care giver), anxiety (generalized, diving, panic attacks), family conflicts, relationship issues, anger management and chronic illness, and grief. I encourage the identification of the individual’s strengths, core beliefs and the development of coping skills in order to promote self awareness and individual growth.

Cathleen Lawrence, LCSW

Cathleen Lawrence, LCSW

Cathleen Lawrence is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 10 years of experience in the mental health field. She graduated from Ramapo College of New Jersey with a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology and received her Master of Social Work from Rutgers University, New Brunswick. Cathleen holds Certificates in Gerontology and Clinical Supervision. She also completed a Gerontology Fellowship Program at Rutgers University. Cathleen has worked in various settings including hospitals, nursing facilities and private practice. She treats adults and geriatrics suffering from various mental health disorders such as anxiety, depression, bipolar, post traumatic stress disorder, obsessive compulsive disorder, adjustment disorders, chronic pain, relationship issues and grief and loss. She uses techniques from motivational interviewing and mindfulness based cognitive behavioral therapies. Her approach is goal oriented, interactive and tailored to meet the needs of her client.

Kathy Corban, B.S.

Kathy Corban, B.S.

Kathleen Corban has an extensive career as a Cognitive Remediation Therapist and Testing Technician that spans fifteen years. She provides services for both Adult and Children populations diagnosed with Traumatic Brain Injury, Post-Concussive Syndrome, Cerebral-Vascular Accident, and ADD/ADHD. Kathleen assists individuals with identification and implementation of strategies for memory loss, impaired attention, and organization skills. Kathleen earned a B.S. in Business Administration and a B.S. in Therapeutic Recreation and Psychology. Her work experience includes Inpatient and Outpatient Physical Rehabilitation, Community Based Cognitive Rehabilitation Program, and Psychology practices.

Paul Santasieri, LPC

Paul Santasieri, LPC

Paul Santasieri is a Licensed Professional Counselor certified in individual and marriage and family therapy, with over 25 years experience in the field. Paul graduated from The College of NJ with a Masters in Counseling. Prior to coming to Pathways, Paul was a full time Lecturer in Psychology at Ocean County College. Prior to that, Paul was the Supervisor of Student Personnel Services at Colts Neck High School. As a former high school guidance counselor and supervisor, Paul has extensive experience working with adolescents, especially adolescents with ADHD diagnoses. Paul is a member of the New Jersey Counseling Association, the American Psychological Association and the National Association of College Admission Counselors.

Nancy F. Johnson, Ph.D.

Nancy F. Johnson, Ph.D.

Dr. Johnson did her undergraduate training at George Washington University and American College in Paris. She received her doctorate in clinical psychology with a subspecialty in developmental psychology from The New School for Social Research in New York. Dr. Johnson has been in private practice since 1989.

In her private practice she evaluates and treats individuals as young as two years of age through the end of life. Dr. Johnson approaches psychology with the commitment that every period of life has the potential for personal growth and change.

Clare Vierbuchen, Ph.D.

Clare Vierbuchen, Ph.D.

Dr. Vierbuchen specializes in child, adult, and family therapy. She believes therapy is an opportunity for people to understand their problems in new ways and learn skills that allow them to lead healthier and more fulfilling lives. Her approach is compassionate and competence-based and utilizes cognitive-behavioral, interpersonal, and systemic strategies to promote change. Dr. Vierbuchen also provides comprehensive psychological/neuropsychological assessments. Over the last ten years, Dr. Vierbuchen has worked with children, adolescents, adults, and families in outpatient, inpatient, and day treatment settings. She earned her BA in psychology from Princeton University and her PhD in clinical psychology from the University of Virginia. Dr. Vierbuchen is a member of the American Psychological Association and the New Jersey Psychological Association.

Sean Hennessey, LCSW

Sean Hennessey, LCSW

Sean Hennessey graduated from Wagner College with a Bachelor’s Degree inPsychology in 2004. He completed his Master’s Degree in Social Work at Touro College in Manhattan in 2012.He ran his first group therapy session at the age of 21 while completing an undergraduate internship in the field of substance abuse and has continued to develop the skills needed to be a successful clinical social worker through his years of work and practice.

He has been primarily working as a therapist at both a group and individual level since 2010 with an initial focus on substance abuse and co-occurring disorders. He has experience working with the elderly and developmentally disabled populations within various roles from past employment opportunities.

In private practice he has worked with clients of all ages, in working through various mental health related issues as well as families in need of support either through family or marriage counseling. Sean believes in developing self-awareness to help build up the client he is working with and will utilize a variety of techniques such as motivational interviewing, cognitive behavioral therapy, role playing, and psycho-analysis to help the client reach and become the best version of themselves.

Elizabeth Londen, Ph.D.

Elizabeth Londen, Ph.D.

NJ Licensed Psychologist

Dr. Elizabeth Londen is a licensed clinical psychologist with a specialization in neuropsychology. She conducts neuropsychological evaluations and psychotherapy with adolescents, adults, and older adults presenting with neuropsychological, medical, and/or psychological conditions.

Dr. Londen conducts individual and group psychotherapy from structured therapeutic orientations, including cognitive-behavioral therapy, behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, and acceptance and commitment therapy. Specific areas of expertise include addressing emotional and cognitive difficulties secondary to neuropsychological disorders (e.g., Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder, dementia, multiple sclerosis, sleep disorders) and psychological conditions (e.g., depression and anxiety).

Dr. Londen earned a Master of Arts in Psychology at New York University and a Doctor of Philosophy in Clinical Psychology from Fairleigh Dickinson University. She completed her Pre-Doctoral Internship at Greystone Park Psychiatric Hospital and Post-Doctoral Fellowship in Clinical Neuropsychology at Stony Brook University Hospital.

In addition to her clinical work, Dr. Londen has conducted research in the areas of ADHD and maintaining cognitive health during the aging process. She also is a member of the American Psychological Association, the New Jersey Psychological Association, the International Neuropsychological Society, and the New York State Association of Neuropsychology.

Alexa Savage, M.A.

Alexa Savage, M.A.

Alexa is a Testing Technician and provides Cognitive Rehabilitation and Biofeedback Therapy. Her clinical training includes, administering neuropsychological assessments and assisting individuals in restoring and improving cognitive functioning. Alexa has experience working with adults and adolescents to manage a variety of neuropsychological/psychological conditions, including anxiety, ADHD, and traumatic brain injury. She earned her Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from West Chester University and Master’s degree in Psychology from Kean University.