Meet Our Team
Dr. David Layman
Founding Member, Clinician. David’s education includes a PhD in psychology, as well as studies in rehabilitation, mental health, family and couples therapy, gerontology, and neuropsychology. His career history includes work in medical centers, hospice, schools, and group practices. He teaches in major medical centers and universities and provides neuropsychological consultation and individual and couples psychotherapy services. His clinical focus is in areas of neuropsychology, complex health-related issues, stress and trauma, family of origin relationship dynamics, and couples work. His mission is to promote and coordinate holistic health for individuals and families.
Emily Eliseo
Office Manager, Team Coordinator. Emily’s education includes a BA in liberal arts and psychology, including studies in business administration. She is a graduate student studying Forensic Mental Health Counseling at John Jay College of Criminal Justice. Emily has been recognized for her achievements and contributions, including the Chancellor’s Award for Student Excellence. Part of her business background includes starting and running a tumbling and cheerleading business. She is involved with multiple entrepreneurship and business programs through local college and networking organizations. Emily also volunteers in a variety of ways; one of which is being a mentor to school-age and college students.
Fabian Wander
Clinician, Educator. Fabian’s education includes an LCSW and he has been working as a social worker for over a decade. He is currently the director of the health and wellness at a NYC college. Fabian’s clinical experience includes work in a college counseling center, inpatient brain injury unit, mental health clinics, mobile crisis unit, substance abuse, and HIV counseling. He is also trained in trauma assessment and treatment, with a specialization in childhood abuse and trauma. His work in college student placement and wellness has honed his expertise with identification and assistance with college scholarship opportunities. He is fluent in Spanish. Fabian can be reached at: wandercounseling@gmail.com or 914.568.3500. Learn more at www.wandercounseling.com.
Dr. Gina Torino
Clinician, Educator, Author: Dr. Torino creates a welcoming and supportive therapeutic environment where her clients can explore a variety of concerns. Her goal is to assist clients in gaining deeper levels of self-awareness so that they can make more meaningful and informed choices in their lives. With a strong emphasis on cultural competency, her approach is integrative and combines psychodynamic, person-centered, mindfulness, and cognitive-behavioral treatment strategies. She specializes in working with adults and adolescents experiencing depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, career transitions, relationship difficulties, and discrimination in a variety of settings. Dr. Torino received her Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology from Columbia University and she is currently an Associate Professor of Psychology at SUNY Empire State College. She is the lead editor of Microaggression Theory: Influence and Implications (2019) and has published widely in the areas of racial cultural microaggressions and identity development. Learn more at: ginatorino.com
Brenda Deesso
Clinician. Brenda DeEsso is a NYS Licensed Clinical Social Worker providing clinical therapeutic services to adults and couples. Brenda’s area of experience include anxiety, depression, those seeking help with empowerment, relationship challenges, life transitions, and those with issues related to finding one’s sense of self. Brenda approaches her treatment with a supportive and empathetic psychodynamic framework. She tailors therapy to the individual or couple’s needs, while building on strengths. Brenda assists couples in learning strategies to improve communication and conflict resolution skills. With a sincere belief in the capacity for people to transform themselves, she can create a safe space to heal and grow. Brenda can be reached at: brendadeesso@gmail.com or 914.432.2470.
Jennifer Marvin
Yoga Specialist. Jennifer Marvin is a registered Yoga teacher accredited through Yoga Alliance with an RYT200 certification, and two Trauma-Informed Yoga Certificates totaling over 300 hours of recognized expertise. She studies under the tutelage of Forrest Yoga Guardian Erica Mather and teaches Forrest Inspired Yoga. Jenn helps clients with a variety of physical injuries or limitations to gain more flexibility, increase strength and improve their overall range of motion. She also helps clients with addictive tendencies through her decades of work in recovery communities. In what Jenn encouragingly calls, “The Yoga Lab,” sessions are approached with curiosity and provide students with a safe, sacred space to explore the practice. Curiosity helps create a sense of wonder, awe, and fun! The body stores not only memories but triggered patterned responses that can arise unexpectedly. Jenn helps clients navigate these experiences, guiding them towards inner freedom from anxiety or compulsions. Here you can finally come home to the body. Jenn can be reached at: jennifer.c.marvin@gmail.com or 323.317.0064. Learn more at: www.jennifermarvinyoga.com
Meg Pressman
Massage Therapist, Reiki Master/Teacher. Meg is a NYS Licensed Massage Therapist and Reiki Master/Teacher. As a lifelong student, teacher, and practitioner of diverse healing arts, she has offered her services throughout the Hudson River Valley for the past 24 years. Meg has been a Healing Arts professional since 1993, practicing Herbal Therapy while living in Chicago. Shortly after, she relocated to New York where she graduated from The Swedish Institute of Massage Therapy in New York City. Meg’s services include Swedish and Medical Massage, Massage for the Cancer Patient, Pre-Natal and Infant Massage, Trigger Point Therapy, Massage for the Elderly, Myofascial Release, Reiki Sessions and Classes, Tuning Fork Sessions, Sound Bath’s with Quartz Crystal Bowls, Sound Resonance Sessions, and HeartMath® Sessions. Meg’s therapeutic outreach includes The Maria Fareri Children’s Hospital (Pediatric Hematology and Oncology) and 14 years with Phelps Hospital (Palliative Care and Hospice). While performing her services, she offers guided meditation in order to help people navigate the daily challenges in their lives. Those that have been affected with body aches and pains, stresses, sorrows, or chronic suffering have experienced great relief after their sessions with Meg. To schedule a Session with Meg, please call 914-715-4209 or email Meg at Megspeaceportal@gmail.com
Cynthia Kamajian-Duncan
Clinician. Cynthia is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW in New York State and a certified Oncology Social Worker (OSW-C). Following a twenty-three-year financial corporate career, her life experiences led her to Fordham University Graduate School of Social Services. Cynthia has a Master of Social Work degree with honors in clinical social work. Connection, compassion and courage have led her to where she is today. Cynthia’s clinical experience is based on hospital outpatient cancer care services, which has provided her with the honor of working with patients, families, and friends of the patient. She works with individuals ranging from young adult to adults of all ages, and families, who are experiencing anxiety, depression, grief/loss, trauma, and stress related to their daily life, major life transitions or chronic illness. Cynthia can be reached at: 914.262.5466 or cultivatingmindfulwellbeing@gmail.com
Lucia Rich
Yoga Instructor. Lucia (she/her) is a Yoga Instructor, SomaSource Practitioner, Conscious Dancer, Collaborative Theater Artist, and Educator. She has been deeply devoted to the practice of embodiment through her personal practice and teaching of the Sacred and Expressive Arts for over 20 years. Lucia currently teaches Slow Flow, Yin/Yang, Chair Yoga, Gentle Vinyasa and Dancing Home classes throughout Westchester as well as Creative Movement and Yoga for children. She offers private yoga instruction at One Willow. Lucia completed her 200 hour teacher training in Garrison, NY with Lisa Bennet and Charles Matkin in 2012. Since then, she has taught in studios, corporate and private settings in Manhattan, Queens, Riverdale, Wall Street and now Westchester. Lucia has trained professionally in contemporary, classical, improvisational and somatic dance forms and holds an MFA in Lecoq-based Physical Theater from London International School of Performing Arts. Lucia also studied 5Rhythms Dance and Somatic Movement. To learn more about Lucia and her offerings or to book a private session, please visit www.EmbodiedArtsAndWellness.com and to learn more about Lucia and theater, visit www.LuciaRich.com.
Corina Miranda-Risnes
Massage Therapist, Pilates Instructor. Corina Miranda-Risnes is an NYS Licensed Massage Therapist, NASM Corrective Exercise Specialist, and Pilates Mat instructor. Corina has over 14 years of experience in health and fitness, working with a diverse population in various wellness centers throughout NYC and Westchester County. She graduated from The Swedish Institute for Massage Therapy in 2009 and has dedicated her continuing education to injury prevention training and myofascial massage techniques. Her massage treatments utilize a mix of Swedish, Neuromuscular Therapy, Myofascial Technique, Trigger Point Therapy, and advanced stretching techniques to create a unique session tailored to each client’s needs and preferences. Her personalized fitness programs support clients in building healthy habits and improving body awareness for sustainable results. She offers private, semi-private, and small group Pilates mat where clients learn core principles to protect their spine, strengthen core, and move better through everyday tasks. Corina is passionate about helping busy, active lifestyles circumvent chronic ailments, reduce muscular tension, and manage stress. To schedule a massage treatment or Pilates session contact Corina by phone at (845) 633-9124 or by email at Corina@IntegrativeFitnessTherapy.com. Learn more about Corina and her services by visiting www.IntegrativeFitnessTherapy.com.
Allison Malinofsky
Clinician. Allison is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor practicing in both New York and Massachusetts. She provides individual therapy to traditional college-aged students who face unique challenges and stressors within life transitions, managing academic pressures, and addressing emotional issues that arise during this transformative time. Other populations Allison serves include individuals seeking comprehensive assessments and care management to specialized referrals, adults struggling with life adjustments, and newer clinicians entering the field and seeking supervision. Allison’s supervisory services include support and mentorship aimed at helping therapists develop their clinical skills and ethical practices. Allison has current availability and can be reached at AllisonLMHC@gmail.com