One Step at a Time Counseling – Recovery Is Possible
Our Team
Helena Marshall LICSW, LCDP. DBT-C
Helena Marshall is the owner and clinical director of One Step at a Time Counseling. She provides evidence‑based therapy with specialization in DBT, emotional regulation, anxiety, depression, borderline personality disorder, and co‑occurring substance use. With over 25 years of experience, Helena offers trauma‑informed, strengths‑based treatment designed to support stabilization, recovery, and long‑term wellness. Her approach emphasizes compassion, clinical expertise, and creating a safe, non‑judgmental space for adults seeking meaningful change.
Scarlett Santangelo MSW, LCSW
Scarlett Santangelo provides compassionate, evidence‑based therapy at One Step at a Time Counseling. She supports adults, adolescents, and children navigating anxiety, depression, emotional regulation, life transitions, and substance use recovery. Scarlett’s approach is strengths‑based, trauma‑informed, and focused on helping clients build confidence, stability, and long‑term wellness through personalized treatment.
Shirley DeJesus MSW, LCSW
Shirley DeJesus is a warm, trauma‑informed clinician who supports children ages 5+, families, and adults of all ages. She helps clients navigate anxiety, depression, life stress, and the impact of past experiences with a calm, collaborative, and culturally sensitive approach.
Shirley integrates evidence‑based practices with a strong person‑centered foundation, creating a safe space where clients feel understood and empowered. She is fluent in Spanish and passionate about providing accessible, inclusive care to diverse communities.
Sara Leibel Meriney MSW, LCSW
Sara Leibel Meriney provides compassionate, evidence‑based therapy at One Step at a Time Counseling. She supports adults navigating anxiety, depression, emotional regulation, and life transitions. Sara’s approach is strengths‑based, trauma‑informed, and focused on helping clients build confidence, stability, and long‑term wellness through personalized treatment.
Jolene Nunez BA, LCDP (MSW Intern)
Jolene Nunez provides supportive, strengths‑based therapy at One Step at a Time Counseling as she completes her MSW clinical internship under LICSW supervision. With a background as a Licensed Chemical Dependency Professional (LCDP), Jolene offers compassionate care for individuals navigating anxiety, depression, emotional regulation, stress, and substance use recovery. Her approach is trauma‑informed, client‑centered, and focused on helping adults build stability, confidence, and long‑term wellness through personalized treatment.
Sam Wilchcome BA (Masters Intern)
Sam Wilchcombe provides supportive, strengths‑based therapy at One Step at a Time Counseling as she completes her master’s‑level clinical internship under LICSW supervision.
Sam offers compassionate care for adults and adolescents navigating anxiety, depression, emotional regulation, stress, and life transitions. Her approach is trauma‑informed, client‑centered, and focused on helping individuals build confidence, stability, and long‑term wellness through personalized treatment.
Rebecca Russell BA (MSW Intern)
Rebecca Russell provides supportive, strengths‑based therapy at One Step at a Time Counseling as she completes her MSW clinical internship under LICSW supervision. She offers compassionate care for adults navigating anxiety, depression, emotional regulation, stress, and life transitions. Rebecca’s approach is trauma‑informed, client‑centered, and focused on helping adults build confidence, stability, and long‑term wellness through personalized treatment.
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