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I received a Masters in Social Work from the Wurzweiler School of Social Work with an additional certification in trauma informed practice. I believe that relational trauma can be healed within the context of a therapeutic relationship. I have a background in Client-Centered Therapy which approaches an individual as being unique in their strengths and potential. I also take a psychoanalytic approach to help clients who are suffering from anxiety, depression, PTSD, and suicidality. I am passionate about treating individuals from varying communities and helping clients be the “cycle breakers'' of intergenerational trauma. I understand the long lasting impact of early adverse childhood experiences, and aim to help individuals find their own unique path toward healing.

 

 

 

Whether dealing with depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship issues, or managing the transition of major life changes, the road toward personal growth looks different for everyone. I aim to create a warm environment that is safe for self-exploration, curiosity, and healing, to help clients gain insight and harness their own strengths to improve the quality of their lives. My style is empathetic, non-judgmental, and interactive, and I am a culturally inclusive, anti-oppressive, sex-positive, and LGBTQ+-affirming therapist. My approach to therapy is customized to the unique needs of each client, based in psychodynamic, relational, trauma-informed training. I received my MSW from the Silberman School of Social Work at Hunter College and my BA from New York University.

Todd Halper, MD, is a board-certified primary care doctor and family medicine physician at Halper Family Medicine in Rockville Centre and Bayport, New York. Dr. Halper grew up watching his father treat patients in his community and form lasting relationships throughout their care. Today, he works hard at his private practice to take care of his patients as if they’re members of his own family and helps them avoid getting ill with preventive care.

Dr. Halper earned his degree in medicine from the University of the West Indies Faculty of Medicine St. Augustine in Trinidad. He then moved back to his home state of New York for a residency in family practice at North Shore University Hospital in Manhasset. In 2009 during this residency, his outstanding communication skills and knowledge were recognized when he earned the Resident Teacher Award.

Halper Family Medicine is known as the best health care facility in the area. Dr. Halper offers a wide variety of services for patients of all ages, including Botox® injections, IV infusions, regenerative medicine using their own PRP or stem cells, and annual physical exams. He dedicates the necessary time to explain his patients’ conditions and treatments in-depth so that they have a complete understanding of their own care.

When he isn’t at Halper Family Medicine caring for patients, Dr. Halper loves to give back to his community through volunteer work. He teaches future doctors at New York’s Stony Brook University and Hofstra University in Hempstead.

Thomas Bills, MD, PhD, is a board-certified orthopaedic surgeon specializing in adult reconstructive surgery and general orthopaedics at Mercer-Bucks Orthopaedics in Hamilton, and Lawrenceville, New Jersey, and Langhorne, Pennsylvania. He is one of the founders of MBO.

Dr. Bills grew up in Trenton, New Jersey. He earned his bachelor’s degree in biology from Syracuse University in New York. He then moved to Thomas Jefferson University in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, to complete a PhD in pharmacology and a Doctor of Medicine from Jefferson Medical College, now the Sidney Kimmel Medical College in Philadelphia.

He received advanced training in pediatric orthopaedics at Children's Hospital in Philadelphia; Trauma at Robert Wood Johnson Trauma Center in New Jersey; Joint Replacement at the Hospital for Special Surgery; Osteoporosis at Cornell Medical School; and Bone Tumor at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center in New York City, New York.

Dr. Bills is an active staff member of Capital Health Systems and Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital in New Brunswick, New Jersey, and an active attending staff at Lawrence Rehabilitation Center in Lawrenceville.

He is an associate staff member at St. Mary Medical Center in Langhorne, Pennsylvania. He serves on the research staff as a visiting scientist at The Hospital for Special Surgery in the Department of Orthopaedic Research at Cornell Medical School in New York City, New York.

He is a consulting staff physician at the Metabolic Bone Disease Service and Osteoporosis Center in the Hospital for Special Surgery at Cornell Medical School in New York City.

Dr. Bills is a member of the National Osteoporosis Foundation and a recognized Certified Fracture Liaison. He is a member of the International Osteoporosis Foundation and the International Society of Clinical Densitometry, where he maintains special certification as a Clinical Densitometrist.

Dr. Bills’s work is supported by the multiple honors and awards he has earned, his membership in various professional organizations, and an extensive bibliography and speaking engagement history.

Aaron Sternlicht serves as the Chief Operating Officer and Chief Financial Officer at Family Addiction Specialist, a boutique bespoke private practice located in New York City. As COO, Aaron leads a dedicated team to ensure unparalleled patient care, focusing on privacy, confidentiality, and high-quality service. His role involves overseeing day-to-day operations, admissions, scheduling, billing, and health information management. As CFO, Aaron manages finances, payor relations, legal matters, and compliance, striving for excellence in both the firm's standards and patient outcomes.

With a background in therapy across outpatient and inpatient facilities in NYC, Aaron also possesses business expertise managing real estate and investments. He holds a passion for aiding individuals dealing with mental health, substance abuse, and digital addiction, guiding them toward sustainable recovery. His education includes business and political science studies at the University of Vermont, complemented by a master's in mental health counseling from Pace University. Merging clinical training as a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Certified Alcohol and Substance Abuse Counselor with personal recovery experiences, Aaron provides an exceptional recovery journey at his practice. His approach is pragmatic, warm, and patient-centered, believing in everyone's capacity for lasting and transformative change.

Beyond his commitment to patient care and privacy at his practice, Aaron passionately shares his expertise on addiction and related topics. Renowned for his unique specialization in digital addictions, he has been featured in notable media outlets such as The Washington Post, Forbes, Fox News, and the New York Post. Aaron is a regular contributor to WebMD and serves on the Medical Review Board of Insider, leveraging his powerful messaging to drive awareness and education on addiction issues.

Dr. Raymond Zakhari is a triple board-certified nurse practitioner, certified in Adult Adolescent Health, Family Health, and Psychiatric Mental Health. He provides comprehensive care of both the mind and body.

He is on staff at New York-Presbyterian Hospital at Weill Cornell Medical Center/ Payne Whitney Clinic appointed to the department of internal medicine. In his private practice, Metro Medical Direct, he provides medical and psychiatric house calls for patients from adolescents to geriatrics with dual diagnosis addiction and mental illness. He provides medical supervision for home detox and provides medication-assisted therapy with Suboxone, naltrexone, and Vivitrol.

His extensive training and experience allow him to manage the medical conditions that may have developed from substance abuse.

Philadelphia native Khayriyyah Chandler, DO, is a Rutgers University Honors College and University of Medicine and Dentistry School of Osteopathic Medicine alumna and board certified family medicine physician, whose practice has included lifestyle and preventative medicine for over a decade. In addition she has a long practice of urgent care and telemedicine, as well as administrative experience. She is also a local orator and lifelong performer, with an extensive history in the local arts and youth programs that strengthen a strong belief in education and empowerment, particularly in communities of color. Personally, she is a doting mother of three, a "weekend" interior decorator, lover of travel and botanical gardens, romance novel reader, and double dutch enthusiast. Medical School: University of Medicine and Dentistry - School of Osteopathic Medicine (2007) Residency: Crozer Family Medicine Residency (2010)

Sarah J. Shah, DNP, APN, A-GNP-C is a board certified and doctorally prepared nurse practitioner who specialized in adult-gerontology primary care. She graduated as Summa cum laude, was honored with academic excellence, and as a member of Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society from Rutgers School of Nursing in May 2022. She is dedicated to practicing holistic and preventative care for improved quality and longevity of life. Also, she is passionate about patient empowered healthcare and advocates for patients as a whole person rather than as defined by their diseases. Education: Rutgers School of Nursing: Adult-Gerontology Primary Care - Doctor of Nursing Practice Degree (2022) Board Certified by American Association of Nurse Practitioners (2022)

Jessica Santana, DO, is a board-certified family medicine physician. She sees patients of all ages at Raritan Family Healthcare offices located in Raritan and Bedminster. Dr. Santana’s interests include women’s health and weight management. She is also very passionate about community medicine and providing care to the underserved. She has volunteered in many local outreach programs and global mission trips to Ecuador, Dominican Republic and Haiti. She is fluent in Spanish.

Dr. Santana studied at The College of New Jersey, where she graduated with a degree in Mathematics. She then moved to North Carolina and enrolled at Campbell University School of Osteopathic Medicine. After graduation, she moved back to NJ and completed her residency training at Rutgers- Robert Wood Johnson in New Brunswick. During that time, she proudly served as chief resident.

In her free time, Dr. Santana enjoys exploring coffee shops, reading and spending time with her loved ones. She looks forward to building a full-scope practice at Raritan Family Healthcare.

Ashleigh Lemaire, MD, is a board-certified family physician who sees patients of all ages at Raritan Family Healthcare. Her particular interests include reproductive care, mental health, and weight management. Dr. Lemaire sees patients at the practice's offices in Raritan and Bedminster, New Jersey.

Dr. Lemaire began her career at the University of Pittsburgh in Pennsylvania, earning a Bachelor of Science degree in nursing. After graduation, she worked at Duke University Hospital in oncology nursing for two and a half years before deciding to go back to school to pursue medicine.

Dr. Lemaire completed a post-baccalaureate program at the University of North Carolina in Chappel Hill before relocating to New Jersey with her husband. She was accepted to Rutgers RWJ University in New Brunswick for medical school, where she decided to pursue Family Medicine. 

After completing her family medicine residency at Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School, where she served as chief resident, Dr. Lemaire began her practice. She is an active member of the American Academy of Family Medicine as well as the American Medical Association.

In her spare time, Dr. Lemaire enjoys spending time with her husband and two young children. She looks forward to welcoming new and returning patients to Raritan Family Healthcare.

Christina Khalil, DO, is a board-certified family medicine physician, bringing more than a decade of experience in primary care to Raritan Family Healthcare, serving people of all ages at our Raritan location.

Dr. Khalil began her professional education at the New York Institute of Technology in Old Westbury, New York, earning her Bachelor of Science in life sciences and graduating magna cum laude. Then, she obtained her medical degree from the New York College of Osteopathic Medicine, also in Old Westbury.

Before joining the team at Raritan Family Healthcare, Dr. Khalil completed a family medicine and community health residency at Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital in New Brunswick, New Jersey.

Dr. Khalil proudly holds membership in several professional organizations, including the American Academy of Family Physicians and the American Osteopathic Association. She’s also certified in pediatric advanced life support (PALS), basic life support (BLS), and advanced cardiovascular life support (ACLS).

When Dr. Khalil isn’t meeting with patients or developing treatment plans, she enjoys contributing to medical publications and speaking at industry events. She welcomes anyone seeking improved health to Raritan Family Healthcare today.

Board Certification: Family Medicine
Undergraduate: Rutgers University
Medical School: New York College of Osteopathic Medicine
Residency: Somerset Medical Center

Dr. Myszko is dedicated to the care of NYC teens and young adults. She understands the pressures of growing up in NYC and how they affect school, social circles, families, and overall well-being. Dr. Myszko empowers her patients to be active participants in their health. She believes in a collaborative approach, where good health is achieved through a close partnership between doctor and patient. Dr. Myszko provides her patients with up-to-date, comprehensive medical information and recommendations based on her clinical experience. Her patient-centered, trauma-informed approach ensures a level of comfort for her patients that allows her to get to know them well. Dr. Myszko listens to their concerns and uses a holistic lens to craft individualized care plans, making patients feel comfortable and secure in their healthcare.