Marie Scodari, MSW, LCSW, Director

Marie has been a MSW since 1982 and became licensed in 1994 when licenses were permitted in the field. Marie has been in the field of social work since 1982 and began her private practice in 1989. Ms. Scodari has been trained in many of the modalities offered at Inner Light. Some of Marie's training and certifications include EMDR, NIP (new identity process), Gestalt Therapy, Imago Therapy (couple's therapy), Seimei, the Journey Process and Minuchin Family Therapy. Inner Light Counseling and Holistic Center was born out of her passion for helping clients get the most out of their therapeutic treatment. Marie uses a psycho-dynamic therapeutic approach while incorporating many of the above mentioned action therapies. She believes in treating the whole person - body, mind, emotions and spirit. Marie works with our adult clients.

Alice Piscadlo, MA, LPC

Alice Piscadlo has received a bachelor’s degree in Industrial Relations from Rider University and a Masters degree in Psychology from Farleigh Dickinson University with a Post-Master in Marriage and Family therapy from The College of New Jersey. Having been with Inner Light since 2006, Alice has worked with children, teens, adults and couples. In addition, Alice has been a school counselor for over a decade where she serves children, adolescents and their families. Depending upon the client, she uses an eclectic approach ranging from solution-focused, cognitive/ behavioral and family therapy.

Eileen Walton, MA, LPC

Eileen Walton is a Board Certified Professional Counselor. She received the distinction as a testament to her professional excellence from the American Psychotherapy Association in May 2008. Eileen has been a therapist at Inner Light Counseling Center since 2006. In her practice, Eileen specializes in individual and couples counseling. She employs an eclectic approach utilizing numerous psychodynamic techniques, which aim at healing developmental wounds. Eileen is certified in Reiki and Journey process. She is also certified in Psychological First Aid and Traumatic Incident Intervention. Additionally, Eileen is certified in Advanced Post Traumatic Stress Management and is an active member of the Essex County Traumatic Loss Coalition. Eileen has extensive experience in dealing with a variety of childhood and adolescent issues

Joanne Reynolds, MSW, LCSW

Joanne Reynolds joined the staff of Inner Light Counseling in November of 2007. Since that time she has treated adults, adolescents and children at the center presenting with a wide range of issues and concerns. Ms Reynolds graduated from the University of Washington, School of Social Work and then went on to post graduate work at the Institute for Contemporary psychotherapy in New York City. She has been doing counseling for 20 plus years, taking off some time to raise two adopted daughters. She also worked as a member of a child study team as well as parent involvement coordinator for a large early childhood program. Ms. Reynolds uses a wide variety of techniques including cognitive/ Behavioral Therapy, Relaxation Techniques with Guided Imagery, EMDR and systematic Desensitization. She also specializes in infertility and adoption issues, parenting issues. Joanne provides women with support to enable them to change their lives in a more positive direction following divorce, death of a spouse or empty nest.

Eve Greenstein, MSW, LSW

Eve Greenstein joined the staff of Inner Light Counseling in August of 2011. Eve graduated from New York University School of Social Work. She has over 10 years of experience in clinical social work. Her areas of specialty include anxiety and panic disorder, PTSD, trauma, and adolescent and young adult issues. Eve has a background in yoga therapy, and is a certified yoga instructor. She also has a background in Vipassana Meditation. She uses a wide range of techniques including Cognitive/Behavioral Therapy, Creative Visualization, Breathing Techniques and EMDR. Eve's belief is that the client-therapist relationship is the most important part of client healing. Eve creates a safe, trusting environment for all of her clients.

Nancy Di Bernard- MA, LPC

Nancy Di Bernard joined the staff of Inner Light Counseling in May 2008. Since that time she has treated children, adolescents and adults at the center presenting with a wide range of issues and concerns. Ms. Di Bernard graduated from Seaton Hall University in 1997 with a Master of Arts in Psychology and is a New Jersey Licensed Professional Counselor. For the past 13 years she has worked in a variety of behavioral health settings, including inpatient and outpatient treatment in hospitals, residential centers, private practice, and special education and public school settings. She is also a New Jersey Certified School Counselor. Her primary interest is in working with children, adolescents and their families. Ms DiBernard utilizes a wide range of techniques particularly play therapy and cognitive/ behavioral therapy in treating her clients. Her areas of interest within the field include grief and loss and adoption issues.

Kerry O’Connor-Farrace LMFT, MS

Kerry received a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from the University of Connecticut and a Masters degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from the University of Rhode Island. She is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in NJ. Kerry has provided intensive in-community services to children and their families, specializing in post-traumatic stress disorder, attachment disorder, pregnancy counseling and adoption issues. She is experienced in a range of techniques including solution focused, cognitive behavioral, play therapy and systems work. Her areas of interest include adolescent issues, grief and loss, infertility, adoption and eating disorders.

Jill I. Giordano, MSW, LSW

Jill Giordano received her Bachelor's Degree in Psychology from the University of Tennessee and a Master's Degree in Women's and Gender Studies from Roosevelt University. She went on to earn a Master's of Social Work degree from Fordham University and later obtained an LSW. Ms. Giordano has experience working with clients from a wide range of settings; inpatient, outpatient as well as residential. Her specialties include sexual abuse, rape and sexual trauma and geriatric. She has treated children, adolescents, and adults with an eclectic mix of individualized therapeutic approaches. These approaches include; cognitive behavioral, play therapy as well as psychodynamic techniques. Ms. Giordano has spoken internationally on the topic of postpartum depression and is currently in the process of submitting her research for publication.

Janine Padula, MSW, LCSW

Janine Padula is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who has received her Bachelor's Degree in Psychology from Seton Hall University and her Master's Degree in Social Work from New York University in 1998. She has been actively assisting individuals, couples and families acheive wellness through her focus of client centered therapy for over 19 years. A few of her main specialties is learning disabilities, ADD and ADHD. With specialties in services for both children and adults, Janine is dually certified in both clinical practice and school social work. Her expertise includes ares of learning and behavior, cognitive and behavioral processing, individuals, couples, and family systems work. She approaches therapy focusing on the uniqueness of each individual and combines strength based tactics to achieve the greatest outcome with her clientele. Her extensive experience in this field combined with her practical knowledge allows Janine to develop an individualized approach that incorporates balance as a core component in achieving wellness goals. Together with those whom she is assisting, Janine details proactive steps most helpful in attaining individualized goals and leading to positive change.

Beth Turkel, MSW, LSW

Beth graduated from New York University School of Social Work in 1998, where she received her Masters in Social Work, and went on to receive her LSW. Ms. Turkel is a clinical therapist specializing in Individual and Family Therapy, Group Work, Children, Eating Disorders, Couples Counseling, Marriage Counseling, and Divorce. She has also worked with Chemically Dependent Adults and Adolescents. Beth is certified in Motivational Enhancement Therapy, she assists families, individuals and children to cope with numerous life obstacles which can prevent them from living productive and satisfying lives. Beth provides a warm, safe and caring therapy environment. She believes the client-therapist relationship is important in order for the client to gain the most self-awareness and healing. Her main focus is to help you create a happier and more peaceful life.