OUR STAFF

Joanna O'Neill, MA, LPC, NCC - Director of CCH

Joanna received her Masters in Counseling from The College of New Jersey in 1984. She is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in New Jersey and National Certified Counselor (NCC) by the National Board of Certified Counselors. Additionally, Joanna completed her post-graduate training in Family Therapy at the Philadelphia Child and Family Training Center at Children’s Hospital. With over 35 years experience in the field of mental health counseling, her previous employers were; Trenton Psychiatric Hospital, Princeton Medical Center, Newark Beth Israel Hospital and The Greater Trenton Community Mental Health Center. She was the first Mental Health Counselor in the United States certified in Distance Counseling, and is also certified in the Interactive Metronome, a non-medication approach used in the assistance of those with ADHD. In working with Anxiety Disordered clients, she formulated an exercise to eliminate anxiety and panic which is now available on CD. Joanna’s areas of expertise include Couple and Family Therapy, Anxiety Disorders, ADHD, Depression, Bipolar and Eating Disorders. More than a decade ago it was her vision to make Mental Health Counseling more accessible to the greater Hamilton area bringing the Counseling Center to Hamilton. Joanna also gives lectures to corporations and schools on various mental health topics. Her involvement with the State Incentive Program led her to design and utilize a Violations Management Program with the rehabilitation of first time teen offenders in Trenton. Joanna has been a member of the business networking group, LeTip of Princeton for over 10 years and has served as Vice President and President of the chapter. In her hometown, Joanna served a 3 year term on the Hamilton Board of Education. She is well versed in school policies and parental rights regarding special services for children. Joanna resides with her husband and 3 sons in Hamilton and has a personal understanding of the challenges life stress can bring.

Barbara A. Majoros, MSW, LCSW

Barbara is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in New Jersey and Pennsylvania. She received her Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology from Rutgers University and her Master’s Degree in Social Work from Fordham University in NYC. She has worked at Catholic Charities Diocese of Trenton, Princeton House Behavioral Health, and Carrier Clinic. Her work experience has been as a psychotherapist, crisis clinician and inpatient social worker, providing crisis intervention, individual, marital, family, and group therapy. Her areas of expertise include treating depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, grief, stress and anger management. She has experience using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy and Wellness and Recovery to empower clients to take personal responsibility for their wellness in a supportive and encouraging environment. 

Marion Levy Bergmen, MSW, LCSW

Marion Levy Bergman is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 40 years of counseling and social work practice. She continues to work part-time for the Lourdes Health Network; and previously held positions with the University of Pennsylvania’s home health division; worked in refugee resettlement; and has been a Training Supervisor and foster/adoptive home-finder within the child welfare systems of Florida, NY and Pa. As a Minuchin-trained practitioner, Marion worked on the staff of Child Guidance Resource Center in Havertown, Pa as a psychotherapist for 10 years; and has continued to perform individual, family and couple’s counseling on a part-time basis consistently since obtaining her Master’s degree in clinical social work. Marion utilizes family systems, communications, and cognitive-behavioral orientations in providing solutions-focused psychotherapy. Her approach is directive and encourages adults to practice new behaviors to solve ongoing problems in relationships, on the job, and to deal with discomfort within one’s own soul. She encourages use of mindfulness techniques and exposure therapy to deal with anxiety and panic, depression and interpersonal conflict. Marion has resided in Hamilton for the past 12 years. As of 2023 Marion is no longer accepting new clients at CCH. She continues as a consultant for CCH in supervising social work licensed staff.

Shakera Rainner, LCSW

Shakera Rainner is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and has received her Master’s degree in Social Work from Rutgers University in 2016. Shakera has 7 years of experience in the field of Mental Health Counseling and has worked in a variety of settings: Intensive In-Community Behavioral Health, Palliative Care, Caregiver Support, and Covid Support Groups. She has experience in providing service to all age groups. Shakera has the ability to connect with individuals and establish trusting relationships with the use of strong communication skills. She includes her clients in the development of their treatment plans and navigating a clear pathway to achieving their goals. Her speciality areas of treatment are Anxiety Disorders, Depressive Disorders and Grief/Bereavement Issues.

Alicia Kaplan, MSW, LSW (she/her)

Alicia is a Licensed Social Worker in the State of New Jersey. She is currently working towards her hours for licensure as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. She also works full time at a high school providing counseling and social work services as part of a therapeutic, alternative learning program. Alicia received her Master’s degree in Social Work from Rutgers University in 2019 and her Master’s degree in Forensic Psychology from Fairleigh Dickinson University in 2014. She has 7 years of experience in the mental health field working with clients across the lifespan in clinical settings such as, crisis centers, schools, outpatient clinics, acute psychiatric hospitals, and non-profit organizations. Her previous employers include Penn Medicine Princeton House Behavioral Health, Somerset County P.E.S.S. (Psychiatric Emergency Screening Services), Capital Health Systems, Camp Fire New Jersey, and Rutgers University. She has experience utilizing therapeutic interventions based in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Client-Centered Therapy. She has worked with clients in the treatment of Anxiety Disorders, Depressive and Other Mood Disorders, Adjustment Disorders, Neurodevelopmental Disorders, as well as issues of stress, anger management, conflict resolution, and grief/bereavement. Alicia is passionate about helping others feel empowered through therapy by creating a non-judgmental, supportive environment that encourages learning and growth.

Christina Pham, MSW, LSW

Christina is a Licensed Social Worker in the state of New Jersey. In addition to her work at the Counseling Center at Hamilton, she works full time in an outpatient medical clinic providing supportive counseling and other social work services. She received her Master’s degree in Social Work from Rutgers University in 2023. Christina has 4 years in the mental health field in various settings from university research, palliative care, Rutgers University Adult Autism Support Center, and Hackensack Meridian Health. She has experience in working with clients in the treatment of anxiety, depression, and stress. Christina is passionate in empowering others in the therapeutic process by building a collaborative relationship.

Ilene Janofsky, CPC – A

Ilene is a Certified Professional Coder – Apprentice and is a member of the American Academy of Professional Coders. She received a Bachelor of Arts degree in Business Administration from Rutgers University. She previously worked as senior accountant for a CPA firm in Edison, NJ. Ilene also earned a Certificate as a Medical Biller/Coding Specialist from Mercer County Community College. She handles all the billing and insurance matters for the practice and is happy to assist you if any insurance concerns arise. She resides in West Windsor with her husband, three great kids and Cockapoo.

Counseling Center at Hamilton, LLC - Hamilton, NJ. 08619 - (609) 890-9998