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Moorestown, NJ
Portrait Health Centers
740 Marne Highway South Building 100, Suite 108 Moorestown, New Jersey 08057 P: (732) 982-2888 F: (847) 859-5885 Map |
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Kaitlyn Russell, MA, LAC, NCC
Licensed Associate Counselor
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Education: The College of New Jersey
Phone: (732) 982-2888
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Office Location: Moorestown, NJ
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Specialties: Including but not limited to, Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, Suicidal Ideation, Marriage, Couple and Family Therapy, Family and Relationship Conflict, Transgender Identity, Behavioral and Developmental Issues, Eating Disorders, ADHD, Chronic Illness, Mood Disorders, Learning and Intellectual Disabilities, Grief and Loss, Spirituality, PTSD, Anger Management, Women’s and Men’s Issues, Pregnancy, Prenatal & Postpartum, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder, Peer Relationships, Adolescent Issues, Teen Violence, Parenting, Self Esteem, Domestic Violence and Abuse, Bipolar Disorder, Divorce, Substance Abuse, Emotional Disturbance, Medication Management, Racial Identity, Autism Spectrum Disorders, Dual Diagnosis, Sexual Abuse, Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD), Infidelity, Internet & Video Game Addiction, Sleep or Insomnia, Coping Skills, Weight Loss, Self-Harming, College and Career Counseling, Academic Underachievement, Stress Management, Mindfulness and Meditation, Life Transitions, LGBTQ+ Concerns Chronic Pain, Domestic Violence
Education and Experience:
I received my Master of Arts in Marriage, Couple, and Family Therapy from The College of New Jersey, CACREP approved. I received my Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Rowan University. I am certified as a National Certified Counselor and obtain my license as a Licensed Associate Counselor. I began working with school aged children, followed by expanding my focus to adolescent and adult populations. I have experience in community mental health agencies, as well as college and academic settings.
As a therapist, my goal is to create a safe, welcoming space for individuals to share their story in a non-judgmental environment. While providing support to clients, I will assist clients in setting realistic, achievable goals while validating their experiences. Therapy is a journey and my role is to motivate, encourage, and travel with the client. Whether we look at our lives as a series of chapters or stories, I believe in adding new chapters of change and exploration. We may even write completely new stories.
My therapeutic approach incorporates multiple modalities tailored to the individual, couple, or family. With a background in family systems, I have gained a passion for working with families, while understanding the role individuals play within their family. My therapeutic style includes person-centered, narrative, emotionally focused, strategic family therapy, multicultural, play therapy, trauma focused, solution focused, mindfulness, and cognitive behavioral therapy.
In my free time, you can find me on my yoga mat practicing handstands or at the beach collecting seashells. I am always ready to find a new restaurant to try or get ice cream. I enjoy time spent with friends and family, fishing, reading a good book, puzzles, and watching the latest binge-worthy series.
Phone: (732) 982-2888
Email Me
Office Location: Moorestown, NJ
Schedule Appointment Online (Moorestown Office)
Specialties: Including but not limited to, Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, Suicidal Ideation, Marriage, Couple and Family Therapy, Family and Relationship Conflict, Transgender Identity, Behavioral and Developmental Issues, Eating Disorders, ADHD, Chronic Illness, Mood Disorders, Learning and Intellectual Disabilities, Grief and Loss, Spirituality, PTSD, Anger Management, Women’s and Men’s Issues, Pregnancy, Prenatal & Postpartum, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder, Peer Relationships, Adolescent Issues, Teen Violence, Parenting, Self Esteem, Domestic Violence and Abuse, Bipolar Disorder, Divorce, Substance Abuse, Emotional Disturbance, Medication Management, Racial Identity, Autism Spectrum Disorders, Dual Diagnosis, Sexual Abuse, Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD), Infidelity, Internet & Video Game Addiction, Sleep or Insomnia, Coping Skills, Weight Loss, Self-Harming, College and Career Counseling, Academic Underachievement, Stress Management, Mindfulness and Meditation, Life Transitions, LGBTQ+ Concerns Chronic Pain, Domestic Violence
Education and Experience:
I received my Master of Arts in Marriage, Couple, and Family Therapy from The College of New Jersey, CACREP approved. I received my Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Rowan University. I am certified as a National Certified Counselor and obtain my license as a Licensed Associate Counselor. I began working with school aged children, followed by expanding my focus to adolescent and adult populations. I have experience in community mental health agencies, as well as college and academic settings.
As a therapist, my goal is to create a safe, welcoming space for individuals to share their story in a non-judgmental environment. While providing support to clients, I will assist clients in setting realistic, achievable goals while validating their experiences. Therapy is a journey and my role is to motivate, encourage, and travel with the client. Whether we look at our lives as a series of chapters or stories, I believe in adding new chapters of change and exploration. We may even write completely new stories.
My therapeutic approach incorporates multiple modalities tailored to the individual, couple, or family. With a background in family systems, I have gained a passion for working with families, while understanding the role individuals play within their family. My therapeutic style includes person-centered, narrative, emotionally focused, strategic family therapy, multicultural, play therapy, trauma focused, solution focused, mindfulness, and cognitive behavioral therapy.
In my free time, you can find me on my yoga mat practicing handstands or at the beach collecting seashells. I am always ready to find a new restaurant to try or get ice cream. I enjoy time spent with friends and family, fishing, reading a good book, puzzles, and watching the latest binge-worthy series.
Brianna Conklin, MA, LAC, NCC
Licensed Associate Counselor
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Education: Rider University
Phone: (732) 982-2888
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Office Location: Moorestown, NJ
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Specialties: Including but not limited to Depression, Anxiety, ADHD, Academic Underachievement, Learning Disabilities, Eating Disorders, Trauma/PTSD, Military, Family and Relationship Issues, Grief, Divorce, Marital/Premarital, Substance Abuse and Addiction, Bipolar, OCD, Behavioral and Developmental Issues, Peer Relationships, Stress and Anger Management, Coping Strategies, Self Esteem, Self Harm, Mindfulness, Children/Adolescent, Crisis Intervention and Career Counseling. Suicidal Ideation, Narcissistic Personality
I received my Masterof Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Rider University. I received most of my experience in middle school and elementary school settings as well as community mental health settings. I also have a passion to work with Military Personnel and First Respondents and their families.
My goal is to create an environment that is tailored to the client. The comfortability and judgment free zone I work to achieve is of utmost importance. Together we will work to reach goals of the client's choosing while increasing self awareness, emotional intelligence, confidence, and overall well-being. My therapy style is eclectic and will change depending on the client's needs. They include client focused, cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectal behavior therapy, motivational interviewing, art therapy, play therapy, and mindfulness. I will always meet the client where they are at and tailor the therapy to what will work best for the individual.
When I'm not furthering my education to better help the community, I am either in the gym, watching sports or playing outside with my puppy, Doc.
Phone: (732) 982-2888
Email Me
Office Location: Moorestown, NJ
Schedule Appointment Online (Moorestown Office)
Specialties: Including but not limited to Depression, Anxiety, ADHD, Academic Underachievement, Learning Disabilities, Eating Disorders, Trauma/PTSD, Military, Family and Relationship Issues, Grief, Divorce, Marital/Premarital, Substance Abuse and Addiction, Bipolar, OCD, Behavioral and Developmental Issues, Peer Relationships, Stress and Anger Management, Coping Strategies, Self Esteem, Self Harm, Mindfulness, Children/Adolescent, Crisis Intervention and Career Counseling. Suicidal Ideation, Narcissistic Personality
I received my Masterof Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Rider University. I received most of my experience in middle school and elementary school settings as well as community mental health settings. I also have a passion to work with Military Personnel and First Respondents and their families.
My goal is to create an environment that is tailored to the client. The comfortability and judgment free zone I work to achieve is of utmost importance. Together we will work to reach goals of the client's choosing while increasing self awareness, emotional intelligence, confidence, and overall well-being. My therapy style is eclectic and will change depending on the client's needs. They include client focused, cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectal behavior therapy, motivational interviewing, art therapy, play therapy, and mindfulness. I will always meet the client where they are at and tailor the therapy to what will work best for the individual.
When I'm not furthering my education to better help the community, I am either in the gym, watching sports or playing outside with my puppy, Doc.
Meredith Messinger, MS, LAC
Licensed Associate Counselor
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Education: Chestnut Hill College
Phone: (732) 982-2888
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Office Location: Moorestown, NJ
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Specialties: ADHD, Adoption, Anxiety, Behavioral Issues, Borderline Personality, Career Counseling, Child or Adolescent, Codependency, Coping Skills, Depression, Divorce, Domestic Abuse, Eating Disorders, Family Conflict, Grief, Hoarding, Infertility, Infidelity, Life Coaching, Life Transitions, Marital and Premarital, Narcissistic Personality, Obesity, Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD), Parenting, Peer Relationships, Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum, Racial Identity, Relationship Issues, School Issues, Self Esteem, Sexual Abuse, Sleep or Insomnia, Stress, Trauma and PTSD, Weight Loss, Women's Issues
Education and Training
I began my formal training at Syracuse University, where I received my Bachelor’s of Science Degree. After enrolling in several fascinating psychology courses, I knew my next step would be graduate school, which would enable me to pursue my dream of becoming a therapist. I obtained my Master’s of Science in Clinical Psychology from Chestnut Hill College. There, I facilitated group therapy sessions in the Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) while focusing on problem-solving skills, anger and stress management, relationship skills, coping skills and illness management. Following my Master’s Degree, I have worked as an outpatient therapist with a wide range of diverse populations. Also, counseling children, adolescents, adults and geriatrics has provided me the opportunity to help people of all ages.
Counseling Philosophy
I believe in the importance of a strong, non-judgemental therapeutic alliance between my clients and myself. Providing a safe environment, with unconditional support and empathy, is one of my top priorities. Change can feel scary and appears even more daunting when adding the stressors of everyday life. My goal as a therapist is to help people navigate through struggles from both the past and present, while learning new coping mechanisms and addressing change in a positive light. I enjoy going through the journey with my clients as they reach optimal mental health, enhance their quality of life and achieve their goals.
My counseling approach entails a combination of treatment modalities. Based on my training and experience and since no two people are the same, I use an individualized mixture of the following theories: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Psychodynamic, Person-Centered, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and if clients have a limited treatment time I may use Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT).
Hobbies
In addition to my lifelong passion for helping others, I love spending time my daughter, fiancé, family, friends and Cocker Spaniel. A few of my favorite activities include traveling (I especially love Southern California!), watching movies, running, and I always enjoy a good laugh.
Phone: (732) 982-2888
Email Me
Office Location: Moorestown, NJ
Schedule Appointment Online (Moorestown Office)
Specialties: ADHD, Adoption, Anxiety, Behavioral Issues, Borderline Personality, Career Counseling, Child or Adolescent, Codependency, Coping Skills, Depression, Divorce, Domestic Abuse, Eating Disorders, Family Conflict, Grief, Hoarding, Infertility, Infidelity, Life Coaching, Life Transitions, Marital and Premarital, Narcissistic Personality, Obesity, Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD), Parenting, Peer Relationships, Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum, Racial Identity, Relationship Issues, School Issues, Self Esteem, Sexual Abuse, Sleep or Insomnia, Stress, Trauma and PTSD, Weight Loss, Women's Issues
Education and Training
I began my formal training at Syracuse University, where I received my Bachelor’s of Science Degree. After enrolling in several fascinating psychology courses, I knew my next step would be graduate school, which would enable me to pursue my dream of becoming a therapist. I obtained my Master’s of Science in Clinical Psychology from Chestnut Hill College. There, I facilitated group therapy sessions in the Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) while focusing on problem-solving skills, anger and stress management, relationship skills, coping skills and illness management. Following my Master’s Degree, I have worked as an outpatient therapist with a wide range of diverse populations. Also, counseling children, adolescents, adults and geriatrics has provided me the opportunity to help people of all ages.
Counseling Philosophy
I believe in the importance of a strong, non-judgemental therapeutic alliance between my clients and myself. Providing a safe environment, with unconditional support and empathy, is one of my top priorities. Change can feel scary and appears even more daunting when adding the stressors of everyday life. My goal as a therapist is to help people navigate through struggles from both the past and present, while learning new coping mechanisms and addressing change in a positive light. I enjoy going through the journey with my clients as they reach optimal mental health, enhance their quality of life and achieve their goals.
My counseling approach entails a combination of treatment modalities. Based on my training and experience and since no two people are the same, I use an individualized mixture of the following theories: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Psychodynamic, Person-Centered, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and if clients have a limited treatment time I may use Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT).
Hobbies
In addition to my lifelong passion for helping others, I love spending time my daughter, fiancé, family, friends and Cocker Spaniel. A few of my favorite activities include traveling (I especially love Southern California!), watching movies, running, and I always enjoy a good laugh.
Tara Marie Reynolds, MS, LAC
Licensed Associate Counselor
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Education: Rutgers University
Phone: (732) 982-2888
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Office Location: Moorestown, NJ
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Specialties: Including, but not limited to:Anxiety and OCD Disorders, Depression, Bipolar Disorder, Schizophrenia, Borderline Personality Disorder, Substance Abuse, Anger Management, Stress Management, Career Counseling, Coping Skills, Positive Change, Self-Esteem and Self-Worth, PTSD and Trauma, Grief and Loss, Eating Disorders, LGBTQ Community Issues,Addiction, Adoption, Alcohol Abuse, Antisocial Personality, Child or Adolescent, Chronic Relapse, Codependency, Divorce, Domestic Abuse, Domestic Violence, Drug Abuse, Dual Diagnosis, Emotional Disturbance, Family Conflict, Life Coaching, Life Transitions, Marital and Premarital, Narcissistic Personality, Parenting, Peer Relationships, Racial Identity, Relationship Issues, School Issues, Self-Harming, Sexual Abuse, Sleep or Insomnia, Spirituality, Suicidal Ideation, Women's Issues
Education and Experience: I am a Licensed Associate Counselor who earned my Masters of Science in Rehabilitation Counseling from Rutgers University in New Jersey. I have been working as a professional in the fields of mental health and addiction for 10 years. Throughout these years I have had the honor and privilege to work with diverse individuals from all walks of life trying their best to cope with a wide array of various symptoms, personal, societal, cultural, and environmental struggles. I have great respect for the innate strength and courage I see in everyone I have supported, guided, and assisted on their own personal journey of healing and recovery. To me the helping profession is so much more than a career, it is who I am as a person.
My Philosophy: My approach to counseling is guided by the values and principles of psychiatric rehabilitation; which in essence, honors and respects the dignity, rights, strengths, uniqueness, and beauty in all individuals. The healing process is rooted in establishing a foundation of trust, hope, and safety. Once the foundation is laid is when the healing can begin. I use an eclectic approach which is comprised of techniques backed by empirical evidence; such as, Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectic Behavioral interventions, Mindfulness, Relaxation techniques, Talk and Play Therapy, Behavioral, and Solution Focused Interventions to facilitate the healing process. The desired outcome is the emersion of the “authentic” best version of self.
More About Me: I love life, my family, people, all livings things, and nature. I look for and see the beauty and mysticism in all creation. I am always on a quest to learn and grow because I believe once the curiosity dims life becomes stagnant. I choose happiness and to live each day with zest, spark, and a heart overflowing with love.
Phone: (732) 982-2888
Email Me
Office Location: Moorestown, NJ
Schedule Appointment Online (Moorestown Office)
Specialties: Including, but not limited to:Anxiety and OCD Disorders, Depression, Bipolar Disorder, Schizophrenia, Borderline Personality Disorder, Substance Abuse, Anger Management, Stress Management, Career Counseling, Coping Skills, Positive Change, Self-Esteem and Self-Worth, PTSD and Trauma, Grief and Loss, Eating Disorders, LGBTQ Community Issues,Addiction, Adoption, Alcohol Abuse, Antisocial Personality, Child or Adolescent, Chronic Relapse, Codependency, Divorce, Domestic Abuse, Domestic Violence, Drug Abuse, Dual Diagnosis, Emotional Disturbance, Family Conflict, Life Coaching, Life Transitions, Marital and Premarital, Narcissistic Personality, Parenting, Peer Relationships, Racial Identity, Relationship Issues, School Issues, Self-Harming, Sexual Abuse, Sleep or Insomnia, Spirituality, Suicidal Ideation, Women's Issues
Education and Experience: I am a Licensed Associate Counselor who earned my Masters of Science in Rehabilitation Counseling from Rutgers University in New Jersey. I have been working as a professional in the fields of mental health and addiction for 10 years. Throughout these years I have had the honor and privilege to work with diverse individuals from all walks of life trying their best to cope with a wide array of various symptoms, personal, societal, cultural, and environmental struggles. I have great respect for the innate strength and courage I see in everyone I have supported, guided, and assisted on their own personal journey of healing and recovery. To me the helping profession is so much more than a career, it is who I am as a person.
My Philosophy: My approach to counseling is guided by the values and principles of psychiatric rehabilitation; which in essence, honors and respects the dignity, rights, strengths, uniqueness, and beauty in all individuals. The healing process is rooted in establishing a foundation of trust, hope, and safety. Once the foundation is laid is when the healing can begin. I use an eclectic approach which is comprised of techniques backed by empirical evidence; such as, Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectic Behavioral interventions, Mindfulness, Relaxation techniques, Talk and Play Therapy, Behavioral, and Solution Focused Interventions to facilitate the healing process. The desired outcome is the emersion of the “authentic” best version of self.
More About Me: I love life, my family, people, all livings things, and nature. I look for and see the beauty and mysticism in all creation. I am always on a quest to learn and grow because I believe once the curiosity dims life becomes stagnant. I choose happiness and to live each day with zest, spark, and a heart overflowing with love.
Jaime Benedetti MA, NCC, LAC
Licensed Associate Counselor
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Education: Rider University
Phone: (732) 982-2888
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Office Location: Moorestown, NJ
Schedule Appointment Online (Moorestown Office)
Specialties: Including but not limited to ADHD, Academic Underachievement, Addiction, Alcohol Abuse, Anger Management, Antisocial Personality, Alzheimer’s Disease, Borderline Personality, Career Counseling, Chronic Pain, Chronic Relapse, Codependency, Coping Skills, Depression, Divorce, Domestic Abuse, Drug Abuse, Dual Diagnosis, Eating Disorders, Emotional Disturbance, Family Conflict, Gambling, Intellectual Disability, Internet Addiction, LGBTQIA+, Medication Management, Narcissistic Personality, Obesity, Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD), Peer Relationships, Racial Identity, Relationship Issues, Self Esteem, Self-Harming, Sexual Abuse, Sleep or Insomnia, Spirituality, Suicidal Ideation, Trauma and PTSD, Traumatic Brain Injury, Video Game Addiction, Weight Loss, and Women’s Issues
Education and experience: I received my Master’s Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Rider University in addition to my Bachelor’s degree in Psychology. I am a Licensed Associate Counselor, as well as a National Certified Counselor. My experiences as both healthcare case manager and parole case manager has afforded me many opportunities to work with a variety of people on a wide variety of life challenges including addiction, depression, anxiety, relationships, gender identity issues and academic problems. I have vast knowledge in working with adults and teenagers from diverse cultural, social and socioeconomic backgrounds.
Counseling Philosophy: I strongly believe in the importance of my clients feeling safe to freely express themselves during our sessions together. I utilize techniques such as cognitive behavioral therapy, art therapy, rational emotive therapy, motivational interviewing, psychodynamic and mindfulness. Our sessions together will be client focused and client driven; I am here to guide my clients to reach their full potential.
Outside of counseling, I am an animal lover and self-proclaimed foodie. I love to travel and experience new places and cultures with my fiancé, friends and family
Phone: (732) 982-2888
Email Me
Office Location: Moorestown, NJ
Schedule Appointment Online (Moorestown Office)
Specialties: Including but not limited to ADHD, Academic Underachievement, Addiction, Alcohol Abuse, Anger Management, Antisocial Personality, Alzheimer’s Disease, Borderline Personality, Career Counseling, Chronic Pain, Chronic Relapse, Codependency, Coping Skills, Depression, Divorce, Domestic Abuse, Drug Abuse, Dual Diagnosis, Eating Disorders, Emotional Disturbance, Family Conflict, Gambling, Intellectual Disability, Internet Addiction, LGBTQIA+, Medication Management, Narcissistic Personality, Obesity, Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD), Peer Relationships, Racial Identity, Relationship Issues, Self Esteem, Self-Harming, Sexual Abuse, Sleep or Insomnia, Spirituality, Suicidal Ideation, Trauma and PTSD, Traumatic Brain Injury, Video Game Addiction, Weight Loss, and Women’s Issues
Education and experience: I received my Master’s Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Rider University in addition to my Bachelor’s degree in Psychology. I am a Licensed Associate Counselor, as well as a National Certified Counselor. My experiences as both healthcare case manager and parole case manager has afforded me many opportunities to work with a variety of people on a wide variety of life challenges including addiction, depression, anxiety, relationships, gender identity issues and academic problems. I have vast knowledge in working with adults and teenagers from diverse cultural, social and socioeconomic backgrounds.
Counseling Philosophy: I strongly believe in the importance of my clients feeling safe to freely express themselves during our sessions together. I utilize techniques such as cognitive behavioral therapy, art therapy, rational emotive therapy, motivational interviewing, psychodynamic and mindfulness. Our sessions together will be client focused and client driven; I am here to guide my clients to reach their full potential.
Outside of counseling, I am an animal lover and self-proclaimed foodie. I love to travel and experience new places and cultures with my fiancé, friends and family
Portrait Health Patient Coordinators
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Phone: (847) 868-3435
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*Available at all Portrait Health Centers Locations
As the title implies, a Patient Coordinator is the guide who literally takes your hand and leads you through the initial evaluation and serves as your advocate when the team of specialists design personalized treatment plans. Nobody should ever have to walk alone when learning about the treatment options and deciphering between myths and facts in healthcare. A Portrait Health Patient Coordinator will educate you and your family on the latest treatment options and will work to ensure that the focus remains on identifying the cause, and not merely treating the outward symptoms the patient is experiencing. Each Portrait Health Patient Coordinator is experienced in pediatric, adolescent, adult and senior care, and becomes your guide and advocate at Portrait Health Centers. Contact us to speak with a Patient Coordinator.
Email Me
*Available at all Portrait Health Centers Locations
As the title implies, a Patient Coordinator is the guide who literally takes your hand and leads you through the initial evaluation and serves as your advocate when the team of specialists design personalized treatment plans. Nobody should ever have to walk alone when learning about the treatment options and deciphering between myths and facts in healthcare. A Portrait Health Patient Coordinator will educate you and your family on the latest treatment options and will work to ensure that the focus remains on identifying the cause, and not merely treating the outward symptoms the patient is experiencing. Each Portrait Health Patient Coordinator is experienced in pediatric, adolescent, adult and senior care, and becomes your guide and advocate at Portrait Health Centers. Contact us to speak with a Patient Coordinator.