OUR TEAM
SCOTT ABBOTT, MA, LMHC
With two decades of experience in faith-based psychotherapy, mental health counseling and inpatient rehabilitation, Scott is uniquely competent integrating clinical expertise and Christian spirituality in a holistic treatment approach to thoughts, behaviors and trauma. He specializes in sexual addiction breakthrough, substance abuse recovery, trauma processing (utilizing EMDR), OCD treatment (ERP and ACT) anxiety relief, relational connection, anger management, identity formation and faith/work/life/sex integration. He works primarily with adult individuals and couples--including dating, engaged, married, and separated.
Qualifications
Years in Practice: 22 Years
School: Liberty University
Additional Credentials
Certificate: Genesis Change Process / Relapse Prevention
Certificate Date: 2008
Certificate: PREPARE/ENRICH / Assessment Facilitator
Certificate Date: 2011
Rate
$290 per session
Client populations
Adults
Couples
SHARON VARGHESE CHAN, LMHC
Sharon’s style as a therapist is warm, gentle and empathetic. As you allow her the privilege of walking with you, she aims to build a strong therapeutic alliance and safe space to explore thoughts, emotions and patterns together. She will utilize skills in cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, and person-centered therapy in the process of illumination and healing. With experience in anxiety, depression, relationships, women’s issues, history of abuse and trauma, and faith integration, including Christian counseling, her work is primarily with adult individuals and couples.
QUALIFICATIONS
School: Liberty University/Clinical Mental Health Counseling.
Years in Practice: 4 years
Additional CREDENTIALS
Degree: Johns Hopkins University / B.A. Public Health, Mental Health Concentration
Membership: American Counseling Association
client populations
Adults
Adolescents ages 16+
RATE
$170 per session
KaYRIS COURTeNAY
Kayris is a passionate and dedicated individual eager to embark on this journey of growth and support alongside her clients. While new to the counseling field, Kayris, brings a fresh perspective and years of experience with children and adolescents as a former educator. Her commitment to fostering a safe and empathetic space for her clients to reflect and feel empowered through the therapeutic process. With an open heart and commitment to ongoing professional development, Kayris looks forward to embarking on this collaborative journey with clients and families.
QAulifications
School: Liberty University
Rate
$120 per session
client populaitons
Adults
Premarital Couples
Adolescents
Children 5+
Shanida GOggans
Shanida Goggans is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in the State of New York, with the National Certified Counselor (NCC) credential. She is passionate about empowering individuals to thrive in their personal and interpersonal relationships. For over two decades, Shanida has been dedicated to supporting individuals of all ages through trauma, anxiety, depression, mood disorders, grief and loss, self-worth challenges, and relationship conflicts. She has her Masters in Mental Health Counseling from Nyack College’s Alliance Graduate School of Counseling and a Bachelor of Science degree from Nyack College’s Alliance Theological Seminary. Shanida is bilingual, fluent in English and Spanish. Furthermore, she is a motivational speaker and an ordained minister who combines her pastoral and clinical expertise, for clients desiring that, to provide compassionate, holistic care that addresses both emotional and spiritual well-being. By integrating faith and mental health, she fosters an all-encompassing healing and growth in the lives of those she serves.
Qualifications
School: Nyack College
Rate
$150 per session
Aetna, Empire BCBS, Optum, Cigna insurance accepted
client populaitons
Adults
Premarital Couples
Married Couples
Rico RIchardson
Rico Richardson is a Mental Health Counseling graduate student at Liberty University.
Born and raised in the vibrant city of Los Angeles, Rico carries with him a rich tapestry of cultural experiences that inform his multifaceted approach to life and work. Now residing in the bustling neighborhood of Prospect Lefferts/Flatbush, Brooklyn, Rico is deeply committed to making a positive impact on his community through mental health advocacy and counseling.
With a rich background in healthcare advertising, Rico combines his skills as a copywriter with his passion for mental health advocacy. A biracial individual, Rico is deeply connected to the diverse experiences of those he serves. His dedication extends to veterans, inspired by his Air National Guard experience, where he developed a profound respect for their unique challenges.
Outside of his professional pursuits, Rico enjoys sports such as basketball, football, and MMA, reflecting his belief in the importance of physical wellness. As he joins Abbott Mental Health, Rico is eager to make a meaningful impact. His journey promises to enhance his reach in mental health, grounded in his values and community engagement.
School: Liberty University
Rate
$70 per session
client populaitons
Adults
Premarital Couples