Dr. Carolyn Castello Snyder LCSW PsyD
Dr. Carolyn Castello Snyder LCSW received her undergraduate degrees in social work and psychology at Cedar Crest College. She worked and did her internship as a counselor in a runaway and homeless adolescent shelter. Here she performed Individual, Group, and Family counseling specializing in mental health and dual diagnosis issues. Carolyn has also worked as a Therapeutic Support Counselor for children with autism.
Carolyn went on to pursue her Masters in Social Work at Temple University where she specialized in clinical social work with a focus on health and mental health issues. Carolyn did her internship at the Department of Veterans Affairs working with returning combat veterans and women veterans, and went on to become a Care Manager working with severely injured OEF/OIF veterans treated at the facility. Here she provided assessment and treatment of complicated psychosocial problems of OEF/OIF service members and/or veterans as they transition to VA care. She acted as a member of HUD-VASH screening committee, received Oak Leaf Award for outstanding customer service; and received Commendation for contributions to Iraqi Freedom and Women’s Health Programs.
Carolyn joined the Hampton Counseling Center team where she was a psychotherapist and Director of Veterans Services. She performed intakes, assessments, diagnostic testing, and counseling. She provided counseling services to individuals and couples, adolescents and groups.
Carolyn went on to open her own practice C. Snyder Counseling & Wellness, LLC in Palmer Township where she continues to help clients reach their goals and potentials. Practice areas of interest are Veteran’s issues, post traumatic stress disorder, mood disorders, stress and anxiety, marital and family difficulties, grief, eating disorders, pain management, addictions, sexuality issues, academic difficulties, and spiritual challenges.
Carolyn has received her Doctorate of Psychology in Grief Counseling to better help those going through grief and loss.
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Laura Sweitzer LPC
Laura Sweitzer LPC received her undergraduate degrees in psychology and sociology at Moravian College. She worked in various behavioral health care settings for many years serving a variety of populations including children, homeless families, trauma survivors of all ages, and physically disabled adults. Laura also worked frequently with clients with both mental health and addiction disorders (dually diagnosed). Laura went on to pursue her Masters in Counseling Psychology with a specialty in Marital and Family Therapy at Kutztown University. She did her internship working with individuals, couples, and families at a community mental health agency. She then began to work in the community with the chronically mentally ill, becoming Director of Behavioral Health for several programs serving this population. For the last several years, Laura has worked in an outpatient setting serving individuals with drug and alcohol addiction and mental health diagnoses ranging from schizophrenia to bipolar disorder to depression and anxiety.
Laura joined the practice of C. Snyder Counseling & Wellness, LLC in Palmer Township where she plans to continue to help clients learn to manage their symptoms and reach their goals. Practice areas of interest are post traumatic stress disorder, women’s issues, mood disorders, stress and anxiety, marital and family difficulties, grief, eating disorders, addictions, sexuality issues, and group therapy.
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Ashley Papazian Pre-licensed Professional, MSW
Ashley received her undergraduate degree from Centenary University where she majored in social work. During that time, she worked providing mental healthcare for people living with HIV, providing support for individuals, families, and group therapy. She went on to earn her master’s degree in clinical social work at Columbia University focusing on health, mental health, disabilities and substance use disorder. During that time, she completed her internship at Nourish NJ where she worked providing clinical counseling for people with mental health concerns who were homeless or at risk of becoming homeless. Here she worked with a wide variety of diagnosis including, anxiety, depression, borderline personality disorder, bipolar and schizophrenia. Ashley went on to take a position at NourishNJ where she provides mental health support for the homeless population in these difficult times during the pandemic. Ashley is also one of the first members of The Hope HUB which is a multidisciplinary panel of individuals and organizations including law enforcement and social service agencies. This organization works to help assist individuals and families at acutely high risk of harm before the situation worsens.
Ashley enjoys incorporating mindfulness practices into her work including breathwork and guided imagery. Ashley believes that everyone has great strengths and utilizes the strength based therapy in her work. She also uses solutions focused therapy, family systems, person centered therapy, motivational interviewing, and cognitive behavioral therapy with her clients. Ashley believes the basis of a good therapeutic relationship lies in trust and engagement with her clients and values time spent watching clients exceed their goals.
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Nicole Hayes MSW, LCSW
Nicole Hayes, MSW, LCSW received her undergraduate degree from Rutgers, The
State University of New Jersey with a major in social work. Nicole completed an
undergraduate internship with RWJBarnabas Behavioral Health Center engaging at-
risk youth in social skills groups at Bolger Middle School in Keansburg, NJ.
Nicole received her graduate degree from Rutgers, The State University of New
Jersey and completed her graduate internship at Princeton House Behavioral in
North Brunswick, NJ providing group and individual therapy to children and
adolescents with mental health diagnoses. Nicole also worked in a residential
setting providing care and support to adults with developmental disabilities while
attending graduate school.
After completing graduate school in 2009 Nicole worked as a Mobile Crisis
Intervention Specialist at CPC Behavioral Healthcare in Monmouth County, NJ
providing crisis de-escalation services, safety planning, and case management to at-
risk youth and families in their homes and the community. After obtaining her
clinical license in May 2013 she began providing intensive in-community behavioral
health therapy to youth and their families throughout New Jersey while also
providing behavioral therapy to children, adolescents, and adults in outpatient
settings.
Nicole utilizes a client-centered, collaborative, and strength-based approach. She
provides an empowering and non-judgmental space where clients can openly
express their feelings, wants, and needs. Nicole utilizes several treatment
approaches including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Based
Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Narrative Therapy, Person Centered Therapy (PCT),
Transgenerational Family Therapy, and Solution-focused Therapy. Practice areas of
interest include marital and family difficulties, self-esteem, anxiety, mood disorders,
depression, ADHD, managing occupational and academic stress, gender and
sexuality, and interpersonal conflict.
Courtney Muzac LCSW
Courtney completed her Bachelor’s and Master’s Degrees in Social Work at West Chester University. During her studies, she interned at the local food bank, after-school programs, and West Chester University. Her roles focused on facilitating groups, educational programs for the public and parents, crisis intervention, developing programs for students in college, and mental health services for children and their families.
After graduating in 2017, Courtney honed in on mental health therapy. She provides services for clients struggling with anxiety, depression, ADHD, life transitions, work and academic stress, relationship issues, communication challenges, people-pleasing, and low self-esteem. She uses an array of therapy techniques- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution-Based Therapy, Mindfulness, Internal Family Systems, Breath Work, movement, and imagery.
Courtney loves to challenge her clients, in the most gentle ways. Courtney holds a non-judgemental space for clients to feel secure in their bodies and feel their emotions instead of being in their heads. She is compassionate and passionate about helping her clients reach their goals and acknowledges their strengths from within.
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Jaymee-Leigh Kunsman Lister, MA, Associate Clinical Therapist
Jaymee-Leigh Kunsman Lister, MA, Clinical Therapist. Jaymee completed her undergraduate degree in general psychology online at Argosy University and went on to obtain her Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling online at the same university. After completing her residency requirements in Texas and Florida, Jaymee interned at A Pathway to Healing, LLC., where she honed her skills in individual therapy and successfully co-led a group for children who lost a parent to suicide.
Jaymee later earned a Graduate Certificate in Life Coaching from Grand Canyon University and has since helped individuals redirect their life path and gain comfort in their personal identity. Currently, Jaymee serves as an outpatient clinical therapist at Concern Behavioral Health. She works with children, adolescents, and adults on anxiety, depression, emotional regulation, communication, and non-suicidal self-injurious behaviors, to name a few.
As a therapist, Jaymee’s goal is to help clients successfully navigate through life’s ups and downs. She values a trustworthy and honest therapeutic relationship built on open communication and actively listening to clients’ needs. She combines different therapeutic styles, such as client-centered talk therapy, mindfulness, and cognitive-behavioral therapy, with creative approaches like play therapy, bibliotherapy, grounding, and breathwork tailored to the client’s unique needs and goals.
Jaymee specializes in stress and anxiety, grief, self-esteem, sexuality and identity issues, mood disorders, family and academic difficulties, and spiritual concerns. She recently joined the C. Snyder Counseling & Wellness, LLC. practice in Palmer Township, where she looks forward to continuing her passion for helping clients achieve their fullest potential.
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Cara Vincelette M.S., LPC
Everyone endures times when we are embarrassed, scared, hurt, disturbed, confused, or angry. At times we all have challenges. No one approach fits all and therapy must be unique for each client. Cara’s approach is to use a variety of techniques to find the best solution to encourage her clients to become the best version of themselves.
Cara received her undergraduate degree in Psychology and Masters in Science in Counseling degree from Northeastern University. As an undergraduate, she had an internship assisting low-income students with the college application process and, also worked as a direct care professional in residences for adults with severe and persistent mental illnesses. During her graduate education, she held a practicum at a juvenile detention center providing group therapy. She also had an internship at an outpatient medically assisted treatment facility for adults with substance use disorders. Following graduation, Cara held an Assistant Program Director and Program Director role where she oversaw and provided clinical intervention at a high-intensity residential facility serving adults with severe and persistent mental illnesses including schizophrenia spectrum disorders, mood disorders, PTSD, and complex traumas, addiction, and high-risk behaviors. Upon her move to Pennsylvania, Cara held a position as a clinician where she provided individual and family therapy for youth who experienced complex traumas, mood disorders, anxiety, grief, and significant unsafe behaviors in a residential setting. Cara gained additional experience in a partial hospitalization/ intensive outpatient facility, providing group and individual therapy for adults with mental health and/or substance use disorders.
The breadth of Cara’s training and experience enables her to address many mental health challenges for children, early and middle adolescents, young adults, and adult clients. She specializes in working with those who have experienced trauma/ PTSD, grief and loss, mood disorders, and anxiety. She recently joined the C. Snyder Counseling, LLC practice in Palmer Township, where she seeks to partner with and empower clients to learn to cope with and manage mental health symptoms, achieve continuous g
Kristin Lovgren, LSW AssociateTherapist
Kristin Lovgren, MSW, LSW, is a Licensed Social Worker with a Master’s degree in Social Work and a deep commitment to helping individuals and couples navigate life’s most difficult challenges. Kristin believes that therapy is like crossing a river or navigating a waterfall—sometimes you need a bridge, sometimes a boat, and sometimes just a steady hand to guide you across. She sees her role as that guiding hand, providing the tools, support, and encouragement you need to reach the other side of life’s challenges feeling more centered, empowered, and in control of your future.
Kristin’s career path has been anything but conventional, giving her a unique perspective on the therapeutic process. Before becoming a therapist, she worked in the music business and fashion industries, two fields known for their high pressure and emotional demands. She understands the struggles that come with being a creative professional—how success can be fleeting and how the pressure to perform can take a toll on your mental health. This background allows Kristin to connect with clients who are navigating similar challenges, offering them both empathy and practical solutions to manage their stress and anxiety.
Beyond her work with creative individuals, Kristin has extensive experience working with a broad range of clients, including women, men, adolescents, and couples. Her approach to therapy is inclusive, recognizing that everyone, regardless of gender or relationship status, can benefit from a supportive and understanding therapeutic environment. Whether you’re facing the pressures of career and family life, a couple navigating the complexities of a relationship, or an adolescent trying to find your place in the world, Kristin is here to offer guidance and support.
In her therapeutic practice, Kristin specializes in treating depression and anxiety, two areas where she has developed significant expertise. She uses a combination of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Existential Therapy to help her clients understand and manage their emotions. CBT helps clients identify and change negative thought patterns, while Existential Therapy encourages them to explore the deeper meaning of their experiences. Kristin believes that therapy doesn’t have to be painful—instead, it can be an enriching experience full of discovery and personal growth.
Kristin offers therapy sessions both in person at C. Snyder Counseling and Wellness in Easton, PA, and via secure, HIPAA-compliant telehealth platforms. This flexibility allows her to meet clients where they are, whether that’s in the comfort of their own homes or a traditional office setting. Kristin works collaboratively with her clients to develop a personalized plan focusing on their unique goals and aspirations. Whether you’re dealing with the pressures of a demanding career, the challenges of a relationship, or the struggles of adolescence, Kristin is here to help you find your way forward. Together, you can build the skills and resilience needed to live your best life.
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