Katherine Carmichael, M.S.Ed, MSW, LSW, Executive Director
Katherine joined Nutley Family Service Bureau (NFSB) as Executive Director in 2020. She has spent over 20 years within the nonprofit sector in progressively responsible leadership roles within organizations supporting youth, families, and communities. Prior to NFSB Katherine spent three years in the child welfare sector as Executive Director of Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) for Children of Mercer and Burlington Counties. Before joining CASA, she was Senior Director of Operations at the YWCA Bergen County overseeing all aspects of operations for the Aquatics, Health, Wellness, Childcare and Youth programs.
Katherine also served as Senior Director of Program Services and Outreach for the Princeton-Blairstown Center, at the time, one of the oldest university student service organizations in the country and as Director for Good Shepherd Services in New York City where she oversaw extensive programmatic activities with the NYC Department of Education. She is a New Jersey Licensed Social Worker and Certified School Social Worker. She earned a Master’s degree from Columbia University School of Social Work and a Master’s degree from Bank Street College Graduate School of Education with dual certification in general and special education.
Additionally, Katherine holds an Advanced Certificate in Child and Adolescent Mental Health from Rutgers School of Social Work and an Advanced Certificate in Executive Leadership in the Not-For-Profit Sector from the New York University Silver School of Social Work. Katherine is a Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE). As a lifelong volunteer, serving in the AmeriCorps VISTA program and more recently as a member of Princeton’s municipal committee, she possesses a strong commitment to community and social justice initiatives.
Maria Hopas, LCSW
Program Director, Outpatient Mental Health
Maria Hoppas, LCSW, is a licensed clinical social worker, with 15 years of clinical experience. Maria received her Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from William Paterson University and master’s in social work from Rutgers University with a specialty in Advanced Direct Practice with Children and Families.
Maria Hoppas specializes in helping adolescents, adults, couples, and families with an array of mental health issues including but not limited to co-occurring disorders, personality disorders, trauma, relationship issues, self-esteem/self-concept issues, depression, anxiety, OCD, school avoidance, grief, life stressors, and mood related disorders. Maria comes from an insight oriented, psychodynamic background using different therapeutic techniques depending on the individual person’s needs.
In addition to her extensive counseling experience, Maria is committed to helping clinicians develop in the field through supervision, training, and consultation. Maria has also developed and presented on various mental health topics including stress management, coping skills, seasonal depression, relationships, and self-esteem to clients, professionals, and community members.
Maria Hoppas specializes in helping adolescents, adults, couples, and families with an array of mental health issues including but not limited to co-occurring disorders, personality disorders, trauma, relationship issues, self-esteem/self-concept issues, depression, anxiety, OCD, school avoidance, grief, life stressors, and mood related disorders. Maria comes from an insight oriented, psychodynamic background using different therapeutic techniques depending on the individual person’s needs.
In addition to her extensive counseling experience, Maria is committed to helping clinicians develop in the field through supervision, training, and consultation. Maria has also developed and presented on various mental health topics including stress management, coping skills, seasonal depression, relationships, and self-esteem to clients, professionals, and community members.
Maria Hoppas, LCSW, Program Director, Outpatient Mental Health
Maria Hoppas, LCSW, is a licensed clinical social worker, with 15 years of clinical experience. Maria received her Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from William Paterson University and master’s in social work from Rutgers University with a specialty in Advanced Direct Practice with Children and Families. Maria Hoppas specializes in helping adolescents, adults, couples, and families with an array of mental health issues including but not limited to co-occurring disorders, personality disorders, trauma, relationship issues, self-esteem/self-concept issues, depression, anxiety, OCD, school avoidance, grief, life stressors, and mood related disorders. Maria comes from an insight oriented, psychodynamic background using different therapeutic techniques depending on the individual person’s needs.
In addition to her extensive counseling experience, Maria is committed to helping clinicians develop in the field through supervision, training, and consultation.
Maria has also developed and presented on various mental health topics including stress management, coping skills, seasonal depression, relationships, and self-esteem to clients, professionals, and community members. 
Peg Conca,Director of Operations
Peg Conca oversees the operations of the Food Pantry and Thrift Shop and has been instrumental in their tremendous growth, from personalized shopping and increasing the number of nutritious choices at the Food Pantry, to creating a boutique-like experience and an e-commerce presence for the Thrift Shop. Prior to joining Nutley Family Service Bureau in 2017, Peg attended Morris County College and honed her skills with Verizon Business Department Customer Service, MetLife Stadium, and Bell Atlantic.
Yolanda Solis,Director of Administration, Hablamos Español
Yolanda Solis has served in many roles, including office manager, project manager, quality assurance, risk management, and human resources. She collaborates with the Executive Director to maintain the organization’s licensure. Prior to joining Nutley Family Service Bureau in 2011, Yolanda earned an associate degree in liberal arts, studied speech pathology at Kean University, and served as a family liaison at the New York City Board of Education.
Alexandra Brown, LSW,
Mental Health Clinician
Alexandra Brown earned a Master of Social Work with a concentration in school social work from Morgan State University.
She also earned a Bachelor of Science in social work from Morgan State, qualified for the school’s Advanced Placement Program, and won an award for Outstanding Performance in Field Education. Prior to joining Nutley Family Service Bureau in 2022, Alexandra interned in the Baltimore County Ombudsman Program and the University of Maryland School Mental Health Program.
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Jacqueline Gebhardt-Burns,
LPC,
Mental Health Clinician
Jacqueline Gebhardt-Burns earned a Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology from Seton Hall University and a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from William Patterson University. She has spent over 16 years in the counseling profession in progressively responsible roles including therapist, adjunct professor, training manager and director. Prior to joining Nutley Family Service Bureau in 2024, she served as Director of Clinical Programs for Aledade, Inc. for six years. Jacqueline has expertise in Motivational Interviewing, training and coaching. 
Kathleen Cheski, LCSW, LCADC
Mental Health Clinician
Kathleen Cheski earned a Master of Social Work from Fordham University Graduate School of Social Service and graduated from Lehigh University with a double major in social relations and journalism.
Prior to joining Nutley Family Service Bureau in 2022, Kathleen spent more than 20 years as a clinical social worker and alcohol and drug counselor in a variety of clinical settings, including outpatient, hospital, school-based, and home-based, as well as substance use treatment programs.
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Prior to joining Nutley Family Service Bureau in 2022, Kathleen spent more than 20 years as a clinical social worker and alcohol and drug counselor in a variety of clinical settings, including outpatient, hospital, school-based, and home-based, as well as substance use treatment programs.
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Kathleen Cheski, LCSW, LCADC,
Mental Health Clinician
Kathleen Cheski earned a Master of Social Work from Fordham University Graduate School of Social Service and graduated from Lehigh University with a double major in social relations and journalism.
Prior to joining Nutley Family Service Bureau in 2022, Kathleen spent more than 20 years as a clinical social worker and alcohol and drug counselor in a variety of clinical settings, including outpatient, hospital, school-based, and home-based, as well as substance use treatment programs.
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Tyler-Anne Cofone, Office Supervisor, Mental Health Program Tyler-Anne Cofone provides administrative support to the Mental Health Program staff and supervises the administrative team. She grew up in Nutley, graduated from Nutley High School, and started at Nutley Family Service Bureau as a volunteer in 2011 after witnessing the positive impact the organization had on so many lives in our community. Tyler-Ann has 10 years of experience in administration and more than five years of experience in medical billing.
Dana Farley,
Executive Office Coordinator
Dana joined Nutley Family Service Bureau in 2024. She earned a B.A. in
Communications from William Paterson University. She is a motivated and people-
oriented professional with extensive experience in employee relations, customer
service, and account management.
Dana has strong skills in communication and interpersonal relations. She has worked as
an Implementation Administrator at Benefit Analysis, Inc., managing pre-tax benefit
plans and client communications, and as a Human Resources Manager at Hyatt
Morristown, overseeing recruitment, training, and employee morale. Additionally, she
served as an Admissions Recruitment Coordinator at Dover Business College, guiding
students through the enrollment process and building relationships with high schools. 
Irene Garcia, MSW, LCWS,Mental Health Clinician
Irene Garcia is a skilled and compassionate mental health professional with extensive experience in providing therapy and clinical support to individuals across the lifespan, including children, families, teens, adults, and older adults. She joined Nutley Family Service Bureau in 2024 as a Mental Health Clinician, where she conducts comprehensive assessments, develops personalized treatment plans, and offers therapy for a range of mental health concerns such as anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship issues. Irene employs evidence-based therapeutic approaches, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Motivational Interviewing (MI), to help clients achieve their mental health goals.
In her role, Irene collaborates with other providers, ensures timely referrals to community resources, and maintains confidentiality while providing comprehensive care. Irene has a strong background in outpatient therapy, crisis intervention, and clinical supervision, including her prior work as a Senior Clinician at Bridgeway Behavioral Health. She holds a Master’s Degree in Social Work from Rutgers University and is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in New Jersey. Irene is dedicated to delivering high-quality care and continues to mentor and support both clients and fellow professionals in the field of mental health.
Shayna Hintze, LAC
Mental Health Clinician
Shayna Hintze joined Nutley Family Service Bureau in 2024. She earned a Master of Arts in Counseling with a concentration in Clinical Mental Health from Montclair State University and a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Ramapo College. After over ten successful years in retail management and customer service Shayna turned her career focus to mental health. Her mental health experience prior to joining NFSB includes internships at West Bergan Mental Healthcare and Institute for Forensic Psychology. Selena Horton, LSW
Mental Health Clinician,
Hablamos Español
Selena Horton earned a Master of Social Work from Fordham University, and a Bachelor of Arts in Social Work from Lehman College. Selena comes to Nutley Family Service Bureau with over 15 years as a licensed social worker, practicing in both New York and New Jersey. Prior to joining NFSB in 2024, Selena held positions as a social worker at St. John’s Riverside Hospital in the Archway outpatient clinic in Mount Vernon, NY and as the Director of Social Services for Elizabeth Seton Children’s Center in Yonkers, NY. 
Frank Jacob,
LSW
Mental Health Clinician
Frank Jacob joined Nutley Family Service Bureau in 2024 after completing an internship
with NFSB in 2023. Frank earned his Master’s in Social Work from Rutgers University
School of Social Work. He holds an MAT in Mathematics from Montclair State University
and a BA in Mathematics with a minor in Physics from Seton Hall University.
After many years teaching, Frank turned his focus to behavioral health. Prior to coming
to NFSB, Frank interned at CBH Care, where he facilitated group psychotherapy
sessions and provided individual therapy for adolescents. As an intern at NFSB, he
conducted psycho-social assessments, formulated treatment plans, and offered in-
person and telehealth psychotherapy, focusing on PTSD, OCD, social anxiety, and
childhood trauma. His skills include empathy, communication, and adapting clinical
strategies to diverse client needs.
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Brandon Lee, LSW,
Mental Health Clinician
Brandon Lee earned a Master of Social Work with a concentration in chronic illness from Rutgers School of Social Work.
He is a Certified Professional Coach and Energy Leadership Index Master Practitioner with the Institute for Professional Excellence in Counseling and graduated from The College of New Jersey with a double major in interactive media and journalism.
Prior to joining Nutley Family Service Bureau in 2022, Brandon interned at an independent senior living facility and two cancer care centers.
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Megan Miller, MSW, LSW,
Mental Health Clinician,
Megan Miller earned a Master of Social Work with clinical focus from Rutgers University, a Master of Science in Advanced Architectural Design from Columbia University, and a Bachelor of Architecture from Tulane University.
Prior to joining Nutley Family Service Bureau in 2023, Megan served as a case manager/interventionist at the Paterson Healing Collective. As a mental health professional in a correctional setting, she provided assessment, counseling, and crisis management. Megan also has experience with justice-involved and violence-impacted adults. 
Charlotte Moore, LAC
Mental Health Clinician
Charlotte Moore joined Nutley Family Service Bureau in 2024. She earned a Master of
Clinical and Counseling Psychology from William Paterson University, where she also graduated Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Arts and Sciences in Psychology. She is a Certified Municipal Registrar and a NJ State Licensed Associate Counselor.
Charlotte’s extensive experience in mental health includes prior roles at Bergen’s Promise, coordinating support services for youth and families, and the Mental Health Association of Essex and Morris County, providing in-home counseling. She also
worked as an Intensive Outpatient Mental Health/Substance Abuse Counselor at Northeast Life Skills Associates and as an Intern Counselor at Bergen County’s Alternatives to Domestic Violence program.
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Laura Munoz-Torres
LPC, ATR-BC, NCC,
Mental Health Clinician,
Hablamos Español
Laura Munoz-Torres earned a Master of Arts in mental health counseling with a specialization in art therapy from Caldwell University.
She also graduated from St. Elizabeth University with bachelor’s degrees in psychology and art and is a National Certified Counselor. Prior to joining Nutley Family Service Bureau in 2021, Laura interned with Trinitas Hospital, Family Center at Montclair, and Nutley Family Service Bureau. She has experience working with children at home and in school, as well as people with disabilities.
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Dr. Femi Omidire, APN, PMHNP-BC, Advanced Practice Nurse
Dr. Femi is an Advanced Practice Nurse (APN) and Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Board Certified (PMHNP-BC) with a Doctor of Nurse Practice (DNP) from Rutgers University and a Master of Science in Nursing from Fairleigh Dickinson University. In his role at NFSB, Dr. Femi provides psychiatric evaluations and medication management.
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Kristen Petullo, MSW, LCSW,
Mental Health ClinicianKristen Petullo earned a Master of Social Work with concentration in children and families from Rutgers University School of Social Work, and a Bachelor of Arts in psychology from Montclair State University. She is also a Certified School Social Worker and has a National Association of Social Workers Certificate in Clinical Supervision. Kristen has deep experience in mental health issues affecting women, such as eating disorders, maternal mental health, and infertility. Prior to joining Nutley Family Service Bureau in 2021, Kristen served as a school social worker, a clinician and clinical supervisor in outpatient mental health facilities and provided clinical case management services to at-risk youth and families.
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Rosemary Pope, Administrative Assistant, Mental Health Program
Rosemary is often the first point of contact for clients of the Mental Health Program and enjoys helping individuals and families access these important services.
Prior to joining Nutley Family Service Bureau in 2021, Rosemary was an administrative assistant at Cardiovascular Care Group and Clara Maas’s Medical Center. She has extensive experience in healthcare office administration and client services. 
Joan Roake,
Food Pantry ManagerAfter volunteering at the Food Pantry, Joan Roake was inspired to join the Nutley Family Service Bureau staff in 2020. She assists with a wide range of programs and activities, including food distribution, tracking of food distribution statistics, volunteer organization, and case management. Prior to joining Nutley Family Service Bureau, Joan devoted nearly 30 years to public service related to law enforcement. She earned a JD degree from New York Law School and a Bachelor of Science from St. John’s University. Learn More about Joan on the Blog
Elizabeth Sorensen,Administrative Assistant
Elizabeth Sorensen is a dedicated and goal-oriented Social Work student at Ramapo College of New Jersey, set to graduate in 2025 with a Bachelor of Social Work. With a strong foundation in leadership and interpersonal skills, she has gained practical experience in various roles, including as a Clinical Assistant at Mind Matters and Solutions and a STEM Instructor at Little Ivy Academy. Her background also includes working as a Substitute Teacher for Nutley Board of Education, where she demonstrated the ability to manage classroom environments and support student development. Additionally, she has interned as a Volunteer Coordinator at Nutley Family Service Bureau, where she assisted with volunteer management, data entry, and tracking hours.
Throughout her academic and professional journey, Elizabeth has developed exceptional skills in multitasking, communication, and community engagement. She is adept at balancing multiple responsibilities while remaining focused and detail-oriented. Her hands-on experience, combined with her commitment to learning and growth, allows her to contribute meaningfully to the communities she serves. Elizabeth is passionate about continuing her social work career and making a positive impact on individuals and families.
Nikko Stevens,
Thrift Shop Manager
Nikko Stevens manages the day-to-day operations of the Thrift Shop, including volunteer staffing, policy creation and enforcement, inventory management, and assisting clients.
Nikko earned a Bachelor of Arts in Fine Arts with a minor in English from Rutgers University and a Certificate to Teach English as a Foreign Language (CTEFL) from Worldwide Teachers Development Institute. Prior to joining Nutley Family Service Bureau in 2022, Nikko spent 17 years as a manager with Barnes & Noble.
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Cheryl Taylor,
Case Management Coordinator
Cheryl Taylor joined Nutley Family Service Bureau in 2024. She is a skilled social
services professional with extensive experience in case management, needs
assessment, intake assessments, and social services coordination. She has worked as a Unit Administrator at Robert Wood Johnson Barnabas Health, where she managed patient flow and collaborated with departments to prioritize patient movement.
Previously, she served as a Service Coordinator at Tri-Borough Home Care Ltd.,
providing coordination, advocacy, and compliance with regulations for individuals with disabilities and seniors.
Cheryl holds a Bachelor of Professional Studies in Human Service and a Master of
Public Administration in Public Affairs and Administration from Metropolitan College of
New York, and she is currently pursuing a Master of Social Work at Rutgers University,
expected to graduate in 2026. 
Josie Wang,
Development Coordinator
Josie joined Nutley Family Service Bureau in 2024. She holds a B.A. from Rutgers
University where she majored in Public and Nonprofit Administration. Josie is currently
pursuing a Master of Public Administration (MPA) from the same university, expected in
December 2024. Her professional experience includes significant roles in
communication and social media coordination, as well as extensive fundraising
expertise.
She has served as a Communication and Social Media Coordinator at Rutgers
University, creating and managing content across platforms. Prior to joining NFSB, she interned at the China-US Women’s Foundation and HumanID, where she supported donor outreach and project tracking. Her fundraising skills were further developed
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