Bernadette is a highly seasoned, dependable, and motivated licensed Social Worker with 25 years of experience in the field. She earned her MSW at Rutgers School of Social Work in 1998.  Bernadette has a strong passion for working with people and encouraging others to take control of their lives. She believes in providing quality services and responsible client advocacy. She is skilled at working with diverse populations and providing direct and indirect services. She is extremely comfortable with handling unpleasant and tense interpersonal situations with the highest degree of professionalism and efficiency.  She has exceptional experience in mental health care services for disadvantaged populations, including low functioning adults and abused and neglected youth. Bernadette has a strong knowledge of relevant state licensing and federal regulations, including excellent proficiency in health care and social welfare systems and policies. As an administrator, she has developed outstanding organizational and planning skills, along with her verbal and written communication abilities.

The therapeutic relationship is about partnering with the client to improve their circumstances, it’s about listening and empowering others. I look forward to partnering with you as you make the changes that you desire in your life.