Jacqueline Garoz, LCPC
Hi, I am Jacqueline Garoz, in our society, many individuals fear seeking mental health treatment due to stigma. The fear of being judged or misunderstood. The lack of information about what therapy is or how it works. In addition, many clients also have a language barrier that prevents them from obtaining the services they need. […]
Gabrielle Hadorn, LCMFT
Hi, I’m Gabrielle! I am a Licensed Clinical Marriage and Family Therapist in the state of Maryland. I completed my Master’s degree in Family Sciences with an emphasis in Couple and Family Therapy at the University of Kentucky and earned my Bachelor’s degree in Psychology at the University of Georgia. Since joining this field, I […]
Brianna Shuman, LCMFT
Brianna Shuman is a Marriage and Family Therapist. She obtained her master’s degree in Marriage and Family Counseling/Therapy at Capella University. Brianna has a bachelor’s degree in Sociology from Shepherd University, where she worked closely with the LGBTQ+ community and discovered a passion for helping others help themselves. In 2015, Ms. Shuman worked at the […]
Kelli Dixon, LGMFT
Hi! I’m Kelli Dixon, and I graduated with my Master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from Capella University. I earned my bachelor’s degree from Utah State University in psychology with a minor in sociology in 2017. During my undergrad, I had the opportunity to work alongside professionals at a clinic for children with a […]
Amanda Cornaglia LGPC
Hello! I’m Amanda Cornaglia and I am a clinical intern, completing my master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling through Hodges University, graduating at the end of 2022. I earned my B.A. in Asian Studies, with a focus on Japanese and Chinese language and culture, from Hamilton College in 2001. Since then, I have worked […]
Shelly Thompson, LGPC
My name is Shelly Thompson and I am a Licensed Graduate Professional Counselor under the supervision of Ingrid Ponciano LCMFT. I earned my Master of Science in mental health counseling from McDaniel College in 2022, and my Bachelor of Science in Psychology from St. Mary’s College of Maryland in 2017. I also completed a year-long […]
Annie Sousa, LGPC-Intern
Hello, my name is Annie Sousa, welcome to Ponciano Counseling & Wellness. I am completing my Master’s in Counseling with a Child and Adolescent Specialization at Northwestern University. With a BA and an MA from Florida International University, I have lived across the country and worldwide and have previously worked in communications, education, behavioral analysis, […]
Hannah Vickery, LGPC
Hi! I am Hannah Vickery and I am a Licensed Graduate Professional Counselor in Maryland under the supervision of Ingrid Ponciano, LCMFT. I earned my M.S. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Hood College. I also earned a certificate in Thanatology, which is the study of death and dying. I earned my B.S. in Psychology […]