Our Algonquin Office

At LivingRite, we maintain a warm and welcoming culture that allows our therapists the flexibility to serve the needs of our community according to their unique and specific abilities. Our therapists are accessible and willing to work with you to make sure you get the treatment you need. Feel free to review the different backgrounds and approaches offered by our therapists, and if you have questions regarding who might be the right therapist for you, contact us for help.

Areas of Competency

Dr. Samantha Stelford, PsyD

Samantha specializes in working with addictions, first responders, trauma, emotional regulation, intimacy issues, anger management, behavioral challenges, as well as working with offenders of all types.

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Ann Lustig, Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor

Ann believes that everyone has the skills and talents to be successful, and that it’s ok for her clients to take their time to discover what’s right for them. She currently works with teens and adults.

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Nicole Kioussis, LCPC

Nicole specializes in working with clients managing depression, anxiety, relationship conflicts, self-esteem issues, codependency, grief, fear, loneliness and adjustments to the events of life.

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Fernanda Sanchez-Ewald, LMFT

Fernanda believes that whether you have experienced trauma, are struggling with depression, anxiety, or relational issues, her goal is to help you overcome these obstacles and live the life that you want.

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Emily Champa, LCSW

Emily believes that empathy, acceptance and genuineness are three qualities that are the foundation for building a trusting and supportive therapeutic relationship. She is dedicated to help her clients through difficult times, feel stronger, and advocate for any needs they may have.

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Christopher McCarthy, MA, LCPC

Chris’s therapeutic approach is eclectic as he implements cognitive-behavioral, dialectical behavior, mindfulness and existentialist therapies. He believe that all clients are unique and thus contructs his approach to their unique needs.

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Dr. Nicole Maxwell, PsyD, Licensed Clinical Psychologist

Nicole works with adolescents and adults. She uses Cognitive-Behavioral and Acceptance-Commitment therapies to help these individuals. Nicole also conducts psychological testing for multiple purposes.

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Dr. Benjamin Gesing, PsyD, Licensed Clinical Psychologist

Ben works with adults, adolescents & children in a wide variety of clinical settings. His therapeutic orientation includes CBT, Acceptance & Committment Therapy, and Exposure-Based Interventions.

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Danielle Lozano, MA, LCPC, CFTP, NCC

Danielle specializes in treating Depression, Anxiety, Substance Use Disorders, and Trauma. She primarily uses Client-Centered, CBT, and Psychodynamic therapeutic approaches to take care of her clients.

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Stephanie Hawotte, MA, LCPC

Stephanie works with adults and children with a variety of issues. Her therapeutic orientation is Eclectic and includes CBT, EMDR, Schema-Based, Behavioral, and Client-Centered treatment approaches.

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Travis Cole, MA, Psychotherapist

Travis uses evidence-based treatments such as cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), motivational interviewing (MI), and relapse prevention strategies to help clients build insight, identify triggers, and develop healthier coping mechanisms. His goal is to support individuals in making meaningful, sustainable changes that align with their values and long-term well-being.

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Peter Tappenden, MA, Psychotherapist

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