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 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
Yolanda Solis
Director of Administration,
Hablamos Español
Alexandra Brown, LSW, Mental Health Clinician
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
Tyler-Anne Cofone
Office Supervisor,
Mental Health Program
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.
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Renee George
Executive Office Coordinator
At the City of East Orange Health Department, Renee organized schedules, maintained records, and improved communication between divisions. She also managed data, prepared reports, and provided technical support for seamless operations.
Shayna Hintze, LAC
Mental Health Clinician
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
Frank Jacob, LSW
Mental Health Clinician
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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Megan Miller, MSW, LSW,
Mental Health Clinician
Charlotte Moore, LAC
Mental Health Clinician
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
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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 Social Work student at Ramapo College of New Jersey, graduating in 2025. She has experience as a Clinical Assistant at Mind Matters and Solutions, STEM Instructor at Little Ivy Academy, Substitute Teacher for Nutley Board of Education, and Volunteer Coordinator intern at Nutley Family Service Bureau. Elizabeth excels in multitasking, communication, and community engagement and is committed to advancing her career in social work to make a positive impact. 
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
through working as a Fundraising Team Lead at P.E.A.R.L Institute, Josie coordinated events, maintains donor relations, and oversees development and public relations volunteers and interns. About Theme
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