Hi, I’m Stephany! I know sometimes it is hard to be a young adult trying to fulfill all the expectations we face.  Many times it’s been difficult to function when your feelings are weighing you down. Those dreaded thoughts, the knot in your stomach, the everlasting doubt you have about yourself.  Constantly worrying about others judging […]

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. […]

Suzanne LaFauce is a licensed graduate professional counselor in the state of Maryland.  She completed her undergraduate work at Northern Illinois University, where she obtained her undergraduate degree in Rehabilitation Counseling.  Suzanne obtained her Master of Science degree in Clinical Rehabilitation Counseling at Texas Tech University.   While earning her degree, Suzanne continued to work in […]

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 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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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, […]

(Not accepting new clients at the moment) Ingrid Ponciano is the Director of Ponciano counseling and Wellness. She is a Licensed Clinical Marriage and Family Therapist licensed in Maryland. She obtained her Master’s degree in Couples and Family Therapy from Drexel University in Philadelphia, PA. She received her Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from the University […]