Meet the Team

Our highly qualified team is committed to creating a safe space for healing, centering on BIPOC and LGBTQIA+ individuals.

From your first meeting with an assessor to individualized therapy interventions with an EMDR certified therapist, you’ll receive the attention, acceptance, and compassion you deserve on your healing journey with Kindred Harbor Behavioral Health.
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Our Team Page is Being Updated

We’re excited to share that Kindred Harbor Behavioral Health has grown to a team of nearly 40 dedicated professionals working together to provide inclusive, culturally competent mental health care. Our website team is currently updating this page to showcase all of our amazing clinicians, therapists, case managers, and support staff who make our mission possible every day.

Have questions about a specific team member or role? Feel free to reach out! 

Contact us at: info@kindredharbor.org or 216-777-6062

Our Co-Founders

Dr. Taj Hussein, DSW, JD, LISW-S (she/they)
Clinical Director

Hafeez Hussein, CDCA (he/him)
Chief Administrative Officer

Assessors

Your first meeting will always be with an assessor who will help match you with the best long-term therapist or qualified behavioral health specialist. Meet our assessors below.

Jennifer Boerwinkle MSW, LSW
(she,her)
Jen has worked with children, families and professionals as a social worker in mental health, schools, child protective services and policy settings with a focus on children, families and trauma informed care.
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Nicolle Bellmore Pierse, MS, MSSA, LSW
(she/her)
Nicolle Bellmore Pierse graduated from Mercyhurst College with a BA in Social Work, Case Western Reserve University with a Master’s Degree in Social Work…
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Candice Markle, Ed. D, LPCC
(she/her)
Throughout my counseling career, I have had the privilege of focusing on diagnostic evaluations and helping clients start their therapeutic journey…
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Clinicians

Our clinicians are dedicated to providing compassionate, culturally competent, trauma-informed care. All therapists are EMDR certified, ensuring the highest quality of treatment.

Minda Ruba, LSW
(she/her)
Hello! My name is Minda and I have worked with individuals, families, organizations, and communities for over 3 years…
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Carmen Recchia, MSW, LSW
(she/her)
As a direct service and community-based social worker, Carmen has experience working with individuals, families, groups, and communities…
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Caretha Ferguson , MSW, LSW
(she/her)
When people suffer from trauma or severe life stressors, it is not uncommon for their lives to unravel. Caretha’s great passion is to bring healing to people who have been through a traumatic/stressful experience…
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Athena Mccaman, LISW-S, LICDC
(she/her)
Athena is both a licensed independent social worker and a licensed independent chemical dependency counselor…
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Alexandra Holloway, LPCC
(she/her)
Alexandra (she/her) has experience treating anxiety, depression, codependency, women’s issues, mood disorders, grief, family issues, anger management, PTSD, and substance use…
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Gabrielle Cooper, M.A, LPC, ATR-P, Counselor
(they/them)
Gabrielle is a licensed professional counselor (LPC) and art therapist (ATR-P) holding a B.S. in Human Development and Family Studies with a minor in Fine Arts …
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Case Management

Velshanae QMHS, Case Manager
(she,her)
I am dedicated to providing comprehensive support to individuals in need. With a focus on building strong relationships and fostering empowerment, I strive to connect clients with the resources they require for successful outcomes…
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Maryam Salih, QMHS, Case Management
(she/her)
I provide Therapeutic Behavior Services (TBS) to clients who need assistance obtaining resources to meet their daily needs…
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Lateya “Teya” Shanklin , QMHS, Case Management
(she/her)
Lateya is a highly skilled professional with extensive experience in leadership, customer service, communications, and problem solving…
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Lakisha Crenshaw, QMHS, Case Management
(she/her)
Over the past seven years, I have advocated and supported individuals, children, and families with community-based services.
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JD Harrison, QMHS, Case Management
(they/them)
JD is a Cleveland native who earned a BA of Philosophy from Case Western Reserve University and has done work in the community surrounding harm reduction…
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Employment

Looking to practice as a mental health professional and an ally? Explore current employment opportunities at Kindred Harbor Behavioral Health.

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