Our therapeutic and behavioral health services are provided in your home through a partnership with the Care Management Organization (CMO). We use a team-based approach through the wraparound model, ensuring you and your child are at the center of our services.
To access these services, please contact PerformCare NJ at 1-877-652-7624.
Hiring a good advocate means having someone who knows the IEP process and can help break through barriers. We work together to develop a strategy tailored to your child's unique situation, expanding the team to bring your child's needs to the forefront and achieve their goals.
Our outpatient therapy team includes highly qualified and compassionate professionals:
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Staci Chmielewski, LCSW - Outpatient Clinical Director
Staci completed her Master's in Social Work from Fordham University in 2004 and has over 20 years of experience as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. She has extensive experience working with children, families, and adults across various mental and behavioral health needs. Staci is responsible for supervising all clinical providers within Step Up Family Services and is the director of our outpatient program. She is passionate about reaching more people and improving their lives through our outpatient services.
Stacey is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Licensed Clinical Drug and Alcohol Counselor in New Jersey. With over 10 years of experience, Stacey specializes in working with school-age children (K-12) and family counseling. She addresses issues related to school/work avoidance, Specific Learning Disabilities, ADHD, emotional dysregulation, behavioral difficulties, trauma, anxiety, interpersonal conflict, EMDR, and substance abuse. Her treatment style is client-centered, solution-focused, and strength/skill-building, utilizing an integrative approach that includes CBT, TF-CBT, MI, and the ARC model.
Maitri Patel is an outpatient clinician with a bachelor's degree in Psychology from Rutgers University and a Master's in Marriage and Family Therapy from Kean University. She has her LAMFT and is working towards her LMFT. Maitri has six years of experience as an in-home clinician and has worked as a crisis intervention specialist and grief counselor. She enjoys making a positive difference in people's lives and believes everyone should live a fulfilled life. Maitri works with children with unique needs and loves spending time with family and friends.
Nancy is a Licensed Social Worker with advanced certifications in yoga therapy. She focuses on helping clients heal, learn healthy coping skills, and find confidence during life transitions. Nancy specializes in working with adults dealing with depression, anxiety, midlife issues, and relationship challenges. She is a mother, grandmother, wife, yoga therapist, and author of "PRESENT: The Art of Living Boldly in the Second Half of Life."
Jacqueline is a psychotherapist working with adult clients, with a particular passion for issues impacting women and the LGBTQ community. Prior to earning her Masters at Rutgers, Jacqueline developed a strong undergrad background in Sociology and Women & Gender Studies; she integrates these perspectives to guide clients through challenges on personal and societal levels. Sessions will focus on whatever challenges are most important to the client, whether that means processing wounds from the past or exploring situational stressors. Working from a place of gentleness and sensitivity, Jacqueline's goal is to help people dig deeper in a warm, non-judgmental environment. She is here to listen, form a genuine connection, and build a safe space for clients to get in touch with their emotions!
Saila is a licensed clinical social worker. She has a bachelor's degree in Psychology from Montclair University and received her master's degree in Social Work from Rutger's University. Saila specializes in working with children, adolescents, young adults and families. She is committed to creating a supportive and collaborative environment that fosters growth and healing. Saila utilizes evidence-based approaches, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Structural Family Therapy, to address a range of emotional, behavioral, and relational challenges.
Saila's work is grounded in the belief that everyone has the potential to heal and grow, no matter where they come from or what challenges they face. She strives to work with people from all walks of life, embracing diverse perspectives and experiences, fostering an environment of mutual respect, understanding, and collaboration.
I am a Licensed Associate Counselor practicing in New Jersey, with specialized training in EMDR.
With over 13 years of experience providing in-home counseling to children and families, I bring a wealth of knowledge and compassion to my practice. As a mother of four, I understand the complexities of family dynamics and parenting. My experience includes working with clients who have faced significant traumatic events, as well as those dealing with anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, relationship issues, co-parenting challenges, family conflicts, postpartum concerns, and stress management. I believe in meeting clients where they are and working collaboratively to address their life concerns.
About Me Jennifer earned her Master’s in Social Work from Rutgers University in 2001 and brings over 25 years of experience working with children, adolescents, adults, and families. She specializes in supporting individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), developmental disorders, autism spectrum disorder (ASD), and conduct disorder. She is passionate about creating a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental environment where clients feel heard, valued, and empowered.
Jennifer takes a collaborative, strength-based approach to therapy, tailoring treatment to each client’s unique needs. She incorporates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), talk therapy, and play therapy to help clients develop effective coping skills, build resilience, and achieve meaningful personal growth. Jennifer believes that every individual possesses the inner strength and potential to overcome challenges and create positive, lasting change.
About Me Alissa Moore is a Licensed Social Worker in New Jersey. I earned my Master of Social Work from Western New Mexico University and am currently pursuing my doctorate. I have worked with all ages in an inpatient hospital setting, specializing in substance use disorder treatment with co-occurring mental health conditions. I approach each client individually, and come with a solution-focused, strengths-based style. I am currently pursuing a certification in Dialectical Behavior Therapy, which is something I am passionate about. I enjoy working with adolescents, and families navigating substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health conditions. I am committed to treating the whole person, addressing the physical, emotional, and social impacts of addiction to foster long-term recovery and empowerment.
About Me Jillian is a Licensed Associate Counselor. She is trained in working with kids and adolescents, as well as adults and families. Jillian incorporates talk therapy, CBT, mindfulness, and play therapy. She offers a supportive, non-judgmental, and encouraging environment to help you reach your goals.
Jillian has a Master's Degree in School Counseling from Seton Hall and has over 12 years working in the school district. She holds her LAC in the state of NJ and is working towards her LPC.
Specializes in: Anxiety Depression Grief Family Conflict Coping Skills Social Skills
About Me Itta Weinfeld is a Licensed Social Worker who holds a Master of Social Work degree from Wurzweiler School of Social Work.
Itta counsels adults experiencing anxiety, depression, grief and loss, and high-conflict relationship challenges. She also provides Intensive In-Community (IIC) therapy for children and adolescents ages 5–21, using fun, creative, and developmentally appropriate games and activities to engage young clients, build confidence and competence, and strengthen social and emotional skills.
Her therapeutic approach is collaborative and client-centered. She partners with clients to identify meaningful goals, overcome obstacles, and create lives that are aligned with their values. Known for her warm, patient, and compassionate style, she is committed to meeting each client where they are and providing a safe, supportive space for growth and healing.
In addition to her clinical expertise, she is a devoted mother of three, a loving daughter, and a loyal friend. She draws on both her professional training and personal life experiences to bring empathy, authenticity, and understanding to her work with clients of all ages.
About Me Cynthia is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with more than ten years experience providing compassionate, evidence-based care to children, adolescents, young adults, and families. Her clinical background spans medical perinatal and postpartum counseling as well as in-home child therapy, giving her a deep understanding of how emotional wellbeing is shaped by developmental, relational, and environmental factors.
Cynthia specializes in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and integrates practical, skills-based interventions to help clients build resilience, strengthen coping strategies, and create meaningful, sustainable change as they navigate life transitions, parenting challenges, mood and anxiety concerns, and the complexities of family dynamics. Cynthia works to create a supportive therapeutic environment where clients feel heard, empowered, and equipped to meet their goals.
About Me Hello Everyone. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor, who has been working in the mental health industry for more than 35 years with an extensive background in treating depression, anxiety, gambling disorders, adjustment in life issues, and learning disabilities.
Although I am well-trained in various treatment modalities, I often prefer to use alot of strength-based, relational, cognitive, experiential, humanistic and positive psychology approaches. With giving empowerment to you, we become solution-oriented.
You can expect to feel warm, accepted, understood, and empathetic with my mode of therapy. In this process, I will help you to build confidence and search for workable solutions to help to resolve your individual issues and problems.
At Step Up Family Services, we're committed to supporting you every step of the way. Our dedicated team is here to help you overcome challenges and achieve your goals. Get in touch with us to begin your journey towards a healthier, happier life.
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