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CHERYL PRZEZDZIECKI, LMHC, LPC | She/Her
Founder | Clinical Director
Cheryl is the Founder and Clinical Director of The Women’s Center, where she leads with a strong commitment to clinical excellence, ethical care, and collaborative leadership. She oversees the delivery of services, provides supervision to pre-licensed clinicians, and cultivates a practice culture grounded in compassion, integrity, and trauma-informed principles.
Cheryl holds a master’s degree in counseling psychology from Westfield State University and has advanced training in Trauma-Informed Care. As a Certified Narcissistic Abuse Treatment Clinician (NATC), Cheryl specializes in relational trauma, narcissistic abuse, and the nuanced dynamics of power and control. Her approach blends clinical depth with empathy, helping both clients and clinicians strengthen self-trust, resilience, and meaningful growth. She is especially dedicated to supporting individuals impacted by childhood abuse, relational trauma, and enduring patterns of harm rooted in family systems. She strives to create environments where people feel safe, validated, and empowered to heal and reconnect with their authentic selves.
Cheryl is licensed to practice in Massachusetts, Connecticut, and Florida, and also serves as a Graduate Supervisor at Westfield State University, where she mentors future clinicians in the counseling field.
ALEX MARGOSIAN, LICSW, LPC | She/Her
Licensed Social Worker | Clinical Supervisor
Alex graduated with a Master of Social Work (MSW) and Trauma Specialization Certificate from Boston University in 2012. She has experience working with adolescents and adults in processing the many ways that trauma has impacted their lives and specifically specializes in treating complex trauma, Post-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Substance Use Disorders (SUD), depression, and anxiety. Alex is licensed to provide services to clients located in Massachusetts, Connecticut, and Florida.
Alex’s approach is based on advanced training in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Motivational Interviewing. Alex also integrates narrative therapy practices and draws upon her lived experience, including as a woman of color. Her intention is to approach this work and the therapeutic relationships with her clients with clarity, flexibility, and some humor. Alex understands that seeking out therapy, or starting with a new therapist, can be very intimidating and may carry pain from past experiences of vulnerability or power differentials. Alex endeavors to bring her most genuine self to this work in order to create a tone where healing and growth can be held in a relationship that allows for the most difficult things to be said out loud.
SAM BURNS, LMHC, LPC | She/They
Licensed Therapist | Clinical Supervisor
Earning their master's degree in counseling psychology from Bay Path University, Sam spent several years working in community mental health, gaining valuable experience working with clients from diverse backgrounds struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, PTSD, substance abuse, mood disorders, and more. Bringing that knowledge and expertise to our team, Sam understands that therapy is not a one-approach-fits-all solution. Everyone has different needs and preferences, so Sam utilizes an eclectic approach to work with each individual to find the right fit for them.
Sam's approach focuses on a person-centered treatment using a trauma-informed lens while pulling pieces primarily from DBT techniques, motivational interviewing, solution-focused therapy, and CBT. Along with a strong focus on depression and anxiety treatment, Sam specializes in supporting survivors of domestic violence, assisting clients in understanding healthy relationship patterns and self-esteem issues and encouraging individuals to gain confidence to be their own self-advocate.
LINDA TOUSSAINT, LICSW, LPC | She/Her
Licensed Social Worker
Linda recognizes that the initial step toward seeking help and beginning the journey of self-discovery, acceptance, healing, and transformation can be challenging. Therefore, she prioritizes establishing a supportive and empathetic therapeutic relationship where both parties feel genuinely connected. As a Health at Every Size®-aligned, trauma-informed clinical social worker, Linda specializes in assisting clients with anxiety, depression, complex trauma-related symptoms, problematic relationships with food and body, and other prevalent mental health concerns.
Linda employs a compassionate, client-centered, and strengths-based approach, respecting the client’s inherent knowledge of their own needs and guiding them in uncovering and understanding these insights. She utilizes an eclectic array of techniques to facilitate the exploration of the underlying causes of pain and suffering, fostering awareness, prioritization, compassion, self-care, and trust, and supporting clients in reclaiming their personal strength and empowerment. Additionally, Linda is dedicated to understanding and addressing the impact of systemic oppression on individuals, integrating this awareness into her work.
MERCY TOGBA, MA | She/Her
Masters-Level Clinician
Mercy obtained her master's degree from Westfield State University and is a dedicated mental health clinician, committed to promoting holistic wellness through the lens of mental health. Passionate about fostering acceptance and non-judgment, Mercy believes that every individual deserves a supportive space where their experiences are validated and their journey toward mental wellness is honored.
Mercy employs a client-centered approach, seamlessly integrating psychodynamic and cognitive-behavioral techniques to craft personalized treatment plans. She uses a trauma-informed care framework to create a secure, supportive environment, enabling clients to navigate their healing journey with confidence. Her expertise in narcissistic abuse recovery allows her to gently guide clients through the complexities of emotional abuse, while her work with generational trauma addresses deep-seated patterns that affect family dynamics and individual well-being. Through her empathetic and informed approach, Mercy is dedicated to making a profound difference in the lives of those she serves.
Mercy is a master's-level clinician working under the direct supervision of Cheryl Przezdziecki, LMHC.
SHAUNA CONDON, MA | She/Her
Masters-Level Clinician
Shauna is an empathetic clinician experienced in supporting individuals facing anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues, and grief. She understands that a “one-size-fits-all” approach doesn’t work and uses an integrative therapy style, blending modalities to tailor sessions to each client. Using a strength-based, person-centered framework, she honors her clients’ unique wisdom and resilience. Shauna’s lived experience enhances her authentic dedication to supporting others. She strives to create a warm, collaborative space where clients’ feelings are welcomed without judgment. Her approach is both intuitive and analytical - helping clients explore emotions and gain insights while using research-based, data-driven methods to assess and adjust techniques.
Together, Shauna and her clients uncover insights and shift unhelpful patterns, empowering lasting positive change. She is committed to being a humble, approachable, and culturally competent partner in her clients' journeys.
Shauna is a master's-level clinician working under the direct supervision of Cheryl Przezdziecki, LMHC.
HALLIE D'ANGELO, LCSW | She/Her
Licensed Certified Social Worker
Hallie earned her Master of Social Work from Boston College in 2020 and has spent several years supporting people in community-based mental health settings, including nonprofit and immigration-focused organizations, as well as in medical social work. She has walked alongside individuals navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, serious mental illness, chronic illness, life transitions, and complex systemic stressors. These experiences have deepened her understanding of how our environments, identities, and lived experiences shape the ways we cope and heal.
Hallie believes therapy should feel collaborative, compassionate, and responsive to the person in the room. She approaches each client with curiosity, flexibility, and care, using a trauma-informed approach. She draws on narrative therapy and relational, strengths-based, and reflective practices to help build insight, strengthen coping skills, and create meaningful, lasting change. Known for her ability to listen deeply and without judgment, Hallie helps clients slow down, notice what matters most, and make decisions that align with their values. She strives to create a warm, steady space where clients feel seen, supported, and gently encouraged toward growth.
Hallie is a Licensed Certified Social Worker working under the direct supervision of Alex Margosian, LICSW.
HEENA SHAFIQUE, MA | She/Her
Masters-Level Clinician
Earning her master’s degree in Mental Health Counseling from Westfield State University, Heena is a clinician who understands that each individual’s journey is unique and continually evolving. As an empathetic counselor, she has supported individuals navigating serious mental illness, chronic health conditions, systemic stressors, and trauma - deepening her understanding of how environments, identities, and lived experiences shape coping and healing.
Heena recognizes that taking the first step toward seeking help - and beginning the process of self-discovery, acceptance, and healing - can feel overwhelming. She takes a person-centered, strength-based approach, incorporating cognitive-behavioral techniques while prioritizing an empathetic and genuinely connected therapeutic relationship from the outset.
Known for her ability to listen deeply and without judgment, she creates a warm, collaborative space where clients feel seen, supported, and encouraged to grow. Heena approaches each therapeutic relationship with curiosity, cultural humility, and care, partnering with clients to build insight, align with their values, and shift unhelpful patterns to empower meaningful, lasting change.
Heena is a master's-level clinician working under the direct supervision of Sam Burns, LMHC.