LMHC

Rikki Kagan has always been drawn to helping others, and her passion for mental health led her to this field. With a master’s degree in mental health counseling and nearly eight years of experience, Rikki brings compassion, expertise, and creativity to her work

She specializes in working with adolescents navigating anxiety, depression, and emotion-regulation challenges, as well as children struggling with anxiety. Rikki also runs DBT groups for adolescents and adults. Utilizing CBT, DBT, and ACT, she tailors her approach to foster growth and facilitate meaningful change. She believes real healing happens through connection and strives to create a trusting, supportive space where clients feel seen and validated.

Outside of work, Rikki loves painting, music, and traveling—anything that sparks creativity and new experiences. She’s also passionate about personal growth, both for herself and her clients.

And if you peek at her desk, you’ll find her laptop, a well-worn DBT book, and probably a stash of chocolate, because sometimes a little sweetness makes all the difference.

MHC

Chava Gioboff is passionate about creating a comforting, supportive space where clients feel safe to explore, grow, and reconnect with their inner strengths. As a therapist, she strives to empower individuals to recognize the tools within themselves to achieve wellness and meaningful personal growth.

Chava earned her master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Touro University and has a background in ACT, Play Therapy, CBT, and DBT. She has worked with children and teens in various settings, such as My Extended Family, and as a care manager at Comfort Health, helping families access vital resources and community support.

Her approach is Person-Centered and integrative, utilizing ACT, CBT, and DBT to help clients build self-awareness, emotional regulation, and resilience. Chava’s warmth and genuine presence foster a nonjudgmental environment where clients feel seen, understood, and supported as they navigate life’s challenges.

Outside of work, Chava enjoys reading, coloring with her children, and finding calm moments with a good book. On her desk, you’ll often find sensory tools like stress balls and sensory stones—a reflection of her belief that small comforts can bring ease and connection to the healing process.

MSW

Adina Kramer is a passionate and dedicated MSW intern at Heartful Mental Health. She earned her Bachelor’s degree in Professional Studies with a focus on sociology from the College of Mount Saint Vincent and is currently completing her Master’s in Social Work at Daemen University.

Adina brings a warm, compassionate presence to her work, with experience supporting teenagers and young adults through mentoring programs and helping geriatric populations access critical social services through her work in a law office. She is deeply committed to advocacy, mindfulness, and personal growth, and is passionate about helping individuals feel seen, heard, and supported.

On her desk, you’ll often find fresh fruit, a cup of coffee, a stack of books, and carefully organized schedules — a reflection of her balanced, thoughtful approach to both life and work.

In her free time, Adina enjoys running, hiking, yoga, and spending time in nature.