West Milford, NJ Local Support & Community Resources

Ailene Espiritu, LAC, is a compassionate counselor at Mackie & Pammie, LLC, dedicated to supporting adults facing the challenges of daily stressors that can lead to feelings of anxiety and worry. With a strong belief that life's hurdles can be overwhelming, she offers a safe, judgment-free space that encourages individuals to explore their thoughts and emotions. Ailene’s counseling approach is person-centered and strengths-based, focused on empowering clients to cultivate their own unique life skills and meaningful experiences. She is committed to the well-being of all those she works with, utilizing a diverse array of therapy modalities including Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Compassion Focused Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), among others. Ailene understands that everyone’s story is unique, and she strives to help her clients navigate their personal journeys with empathy and understanding.

Rachel Ford is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 12 years of dedicated experience in the fields of mental health and addiction, working with adolescents, adults, and families. Her mission centers on creating a safe therapeutic environment where individuals can express themselves openly and honestly without the fear of judgment. Rachel employs an interactive and compassionate therapeutic approach that helps clients gain insight into unproductive patterns of thinking and behavior, boosts motivation for change, and equips them with essential tools to navigate toward a fulfilling life. Primarily focused on cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), she is passionate about assisting clients in identifying and transforming maladaptive thought patterns into healthier, more effective ones. Believing in the inherent power of individuals to change their lives, Rachel is honored to support her clients on their journeys of self-improvement. She is committed to providing a compassionate space for discussing mental health challenges. In addition, her practice values a holistic approach to mental healthcare, offering services that include psychiatry, life coaching, and nutritional support.

Rebecca Stegmann, MA, LAC, is dedicated to helping individuals cultivate a positive and uplifting relationship with themselves amidst life's challenges. Recognizing that difficult periods can often lead to negative self-perceptions due to past experiences or thought processes, she strives to foster a sense of comfort, happiness, and safety within her clients' relationships with themselves. Specializing in trauma and PTSD, LGBTQ+ issues, and women's issues, Rebecca employs an integrative therapeutic approach, blending psychodynamic, humanistic, and sensorimotor therapies with principles of trauma-informed care. Her practice emphasizes the creation of harmony among mind, body, and spirit while offering an environment of unconditional positive regard that encourages safe exploration of thoughts and feelings. With experience working with trauma survivors, particularly those affected by intimate partner violence, Rebecca provides individual and family counseling, along with telehealth sessions to ensure safety during these times.