Lily Anderson, MHC-LP
Psychotherapist | landerson@mtzcounseling.com
Lily Anderson, MHC-LP obtained her masters in Mental Health Counseling at Fordham University. Ms. Anderson graduated from Southern Methodist University with degrees in Journalism and Fashion Media, having previously worked in sales analytics and as a childcare provider for over a decade. Ms. Anderson has also volunteered with the Crisis Text Hotline and is a certified crisis and suicide prevention counselor.
Lisa Chen, MHC-I
Graduate Psychotherapy Intern | lchen@mtzcounseling.com
Lisa Chen, MHC-I, is obtaining her master’s in Mental Health Counseling at Baruch College. Ms. Chen graduated with a bachelor’s degree in clinical psychology and studio art with a concentration in Japanese language from Hunter College. Ms. Chen has experience as a therapeutic assistant at an inpatient psychiatric unit, where she led art therapy groups.
Raya Abat-Robinson, M.S.Ed., LMHC, NCC
Supervisor, Quality Assurance Manager | rarobinson@mtzcounseling.com
Raya Abat-Robinson, M.S.Ed., LMHC, NCC, is a New York State Licensed Mental Health Counselor and National Board for Certified Counselors National Certified Counselor. Ms. Abat-Robinson earned her Master’s Degree in Mental Health Counseling from Fordham University. She is certified by the New York State Department of Health as a domestic violence and rape crisis counselor, and has completed advanced training in EMDR and trauma treatment.
Christine Cheung, LMHC
Psychotherapist | ccheung@mtzcounseling.com
Christine Cheung, LMHC, is a New York State Licensed Mental Health Counselor. She received a Master’s Degree in Mental Health Counseling and a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology from Baruch College. Ms. Cheung has experience working in various settings including inpatient and outpatient addiction facilities, an inpatient hospital psychiatric unit, and a college career counseling center. She was selected to be a National Science Foundation research program Fellow, where she worked as a Research Assistant in Baruch College’s Social Psychology Lab.
Lauren Chung, MHC-I
Graduate Psychotherapy Intern | lchung@mtzcounseling.com
Lauren Chung, MHC-I, is obtaining her Master’s in Mental Health Counseling at Fordham University. She earned a Bachelor's in business administration with a minor in Leadership Studies from the University of Colorado Boulder, with professional experience in technology sales and customer success. Ms. Chung is a trained Crisis Counselor and volunteer for the Crisis Text Line. She has extensive experience supporting the social and emotional learning experience for children and adolescents as a student mentor.
Kerem Degirmencioglu, MHC-I
Graduate Psychotherapy Intern |kdegirmencioglu@mtzcounseling.com
Kerem Degirmencioglu, MHC-I, is obtaining his master’s in Mental Health Counseling at Baruch College. He holds a bachelor’s degree in psychology from CUNY School of Professional Studies. Mr. D. is a trained Crisis Counselor and volunteered for the Crisis Text Line. As a student counselor, he has worked with the LGBTQ+ community and adults from diverse cultural backgrounds in the San Francisco Health Center One clinic.
Audrey Eady, MHC-LP
Psychotherapist | aeady@mtzcounseling.com
Audrey Eady, MHC-LP, obtained her Masters in Mental Health Counseling at Baruch College. Ms. Eady graduated from the University at Albany with a bachelor’s degree in psychology and Sociology. Her experience includes working on the University at Albany Middle Earth Crisis Hotline where she served as a hotline responder and a training instructor.
Jenn Friedman, M.A., MHC-LP
Psychotherapist | jfriedman@mtzcounseling.com
Jenn Friedman, MHC-LP, is a Mental Health Counselor. Ms. Friedman holds a Master’s Degree in Counseling from Goldsmiths University of London where she trained in psychodynamic therapy, and an Advanced Graduate Mental Health Counseling Certificate from the University at Buffalo. She holds a certification in Creative Arts and Health from the New School for Social Research.
Elena Garcia-Davranova, M.Ed., LMSW
Psychotherapist | egdavranova@mtzcounseling.com
Elena Garcia-Davranova, M.Ed., LMSW, is a Licensed Social Worker in New York State. Ms. Garcia-Davranova obtained a Master Degree in Social Work from New York University.
Jess Gonzales, MSW-I
Graduate Psychotherapy Intern | jgonzales@mtzcounseling.com
Ms. Gonzales is obtaining her Master of Social Work degree at New York University. She holds a dual Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and Theatre from the University of Southern California. She previously worked with refugees and asylum seekers, offering integrative counseling, and writing letters in support of legal cases.
Bella Holzkenner, MHC-LP
Psychotherapist | bholzkenner@mtzcounseling.com
Bella Holzkenner, MHC-LP, is a Mental Health Counselor, with a Masters in Mental Health Counseling from Baruch College. Ms. Holzkenner obtained her certification in Nondual Kabbalistic Healing (NKH) from the Society of Souls, following a 20-year career in the financial services industry.
Yessica Liriano, MHC-LP
Psychotherapist | yliriano@mtzcounseling.com
Yessica Liriano, MHC-LP, earned a master’s degree in Mental Health Counseling at Hunter College, City University of New York. Ms. Liriano holds a bachelor of arts degree in human biology with a concentration on body, mind and health, also from Hunter College. Ms. Liriano’s professional experience includes working in outpatient psychiatric care, where she served children, adolescents and families, as well as adults. She has experience working with a range of ethnic and cultural minorities, and the LGBTQ+ community.
Rachel Honoroff, LCSW
Supervisor | rhonoroff@mtzcounseling.com
Rachel Honoroff, LCSW, earned her undergraduate degree in Spanish and Anthropology from the University of Michigan and a master’s degree in Social Work from the Silberman School of Social Work at Hunter College.
Yun Mei, M.S.Ed., MHC-LP
Psychotherapist | ymei@mtzcounseling.com
Yun Mei, M.S.Ed., MHC-LP, is a Mental Health Counselor with a Master of Science in Education in Mental Health Counseling from Fordham University and Bachelor of Arts degrees in Psychology and Sociology from Stony Brook University. Ms. Mei specializes in treating complex trauma, low self-esteem, relationship issues, women's issues, personality disorders, and first-generation multicultural issues.
Kevin Natali, LMSW
Psychotherapist | knatali@mtzcounseling.com
Kevin Natali, LMSW, is a New York State Licensed Social Worker. He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from The University of Vermont and a Master’s degree in Social Work from New York University's Silver School of Social Work. While earning his Master’s degree, Mr. Natali received psychodynamic training at the National Institute for the Psychotherapies.
Maresa Patterson, LMSW
Psychotherapist | mpatterson@mtzcounseling.com
Maresa Patterson, LMSW, is a New York state Licensed Social Worker. She received her Master’s degree in Social Work from New York University. She also holds a Master’s degree in English Education from Brooklyn College and completed her Bachelor's degree in English at Smith College. Ms. Patterson has professional experience working with people of all ages through her work in education, the arts, housing, health care, and geriatric care.
Andrew Popadics, LMSW
Psychotherapist | apopadics@mtzcounseling.com
Andrew Popadics, LMSW, is a New York State licensed social worker. He obtained his master’s degree in social work from New York University. He received his bachelor’s degree in psychology from Columbia University. Mr. Popadics’ professional experience includes working with adults, adolescents and families in various settings, such as schools, housing, career development and counseling.
John Richie, MHC-I
Graduate Psychotherapy Intern | jrichie@mtzcounseling.com
John Richie, MHC-I, is pursuing his master's degree in Mental Health Counseling at Baruch College. Mr. Richie's experience includes volunteer counseling for teens and young adults living in neighborhoods impacted by gun violence. He has also volunteered in an after-school program, providing social and relationship skills, conflict resolution tools, and filmmaking and documentary skills. As an experienced documentary filmmaker with a focus on social issues, Mr. Richie has a deep understanding of human stories and the complexities of life’s challenges.
Rutvi Shah, MHC-LP
Psychotherapist | rshah@mtzcounseling.com
Rutvi Shah, MHC-LP, obtained her Master’s degree Mental Health Counseling at New York University. Ms. Shah graduated from the University of Warwick, United Kingdom, with a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology with Education Studies. Her experience includes working as a psychology mentor at the University of Warwick, where she provided one-on-one coaching and support to students experiencing challenges with the transition into university life. She has trained in an outpatient mental health private practice, where she worked with individuals facing a range of mental health issues.
Anna Stock-Matthews, MHC-LP
Psychotherapist | astockmatthews@mtzcounseling.com
Anna Stock-Matthews, MHC-LP, obtained her masters in Mental Health Counseling at Fordham University. She holds a bachelor’s degree in art history from Tufts University. She entered the mental health field after a career in communications, working across nonprofit, corporate, and creative settings. In this role, Ms. Stock-Matthews helped people tell their stories, identify their unique strengths and interests, and navigate workplace challenges including stress, perfectionism, burnout, and relationship-building. She has additional experience as a volunteer in crisis counseling and suicide-prevention with Crisis Text Line.
Matt Pieknik, LCSW
Supervisor | mpieknik@mtzcounseling.com
Matthew Pieknik, LCSW, MA, is a New York State Licensed Clinical Social Worker, practicing psychotherapy and psychoanalysis in New York City. He obtained his Master’s in Social Work from New York University, and his Master’s of Arts in Psychoanalytic Theory and Literature from SUNY Buffalo.
Jenny Rella, LMHC
Supervisor | jrella@mtzcounseling.com
Ms Rella, LMHC, is a New York State Licensed Mental Health Counselor. Ms Rella received a Master of Mental Health Counseling from Fordham University Graduate School of Education. She is a New York City Department of Health Certified Sexual Assault Crisis Counselor, has Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST) and completed the One-Year Intensive Psychotherapy Program at the Institute for the Psychoanalytic Study of Subjectivity.
Allison Toussant, MHC-LP
Psychotherapist | atoussant@mtzcounseling.com
Allison Toussant, MHC-LP, earned her undergraduate degree in Psychology from Winthrop University and her master’s degree in Mental Health Counseling from Brooklyn College. Her post-graduate training includes crisis intervention, suicide prevention, and treatment of severe mental illness.
Sara Vasiliou, LMSW
Psychotherapist | svasiliou@mtzcounseling.com
Sara Vasiliou, LMSW, obtained her Master of Social Work at New York University. Ms. Vasiliou specializes in grief work, trauma and couples counseling. She has cared for residents in a nursing home setting and is on the advisory board of the Pregnancy Loss Support Program where she works with bereaved individuals, couples, and groups.
Rachel White, MHC-LP
Psychotherapist | rwhite@mtzcounseling.com
Rachel White, MHC-LP, is a Mental Health Counselor. Ms. White studied Theater in University College Cork, Ireland, before immigrating to New York City, and graduated from the Mental Health Counseling program at Brooklyn College. Ms. White’s experience includes volunteered with Reading Partners and SEO Scholars as a peer mentor. As a graduate student, she interned with CASES doing outreach mental health services with at-risk individuals experiencing serious mental health concerns. She also worked in the Brooklyn College Counseling Center with college students of all ages.
Michal Tziyon, LCSW
Founder & Clinical Director | mtziyon@mtzcounseling.com
Ms Tziyon, LCSW, is a New York State Licensed Clinical Social Worker. She obtained her Master of Social Work Degree from New York University with post-graduate clinical training in psychoanalysis and psychotherapy at the Center for Modern Psychoanalytic Studies, and family and divorce mediation training from the Ackerman Institute for the Family.
