Chaim Kolodny is renowned for his remarkable clinical outcomes with clients of all ages, as well as his dedication toward helping organizations and communities make the world a better place. He holds an MSW from Long Island University, with a concentration in the field of addiction, and is licensed as an LCSW in both New York and New Jersey. He is also a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP), with advanced training in CBT, ACT, DBT, EMDR, IFS, Schema therapy, Advanced Mindfulness, Levels 1 and 2 Gottman Method, Integrating Behavioral Change and Acceptance in Couples, Somatic Interventions, Animal Assisted Interventions, among others.

Chaim strives to help individuals believe in and access the infinite greatness of their human spirit. He integrates a broad range of treatment modalities, predicating his model on openness, empathy, creativity, true respect for individuality, conveyance of hope, and a touch of humor. In addition to his regular work, he helps develop curriculums and therapy programs for reputable organizations, including the N.Y. State Board of Education. He also volunteers to provide consultations and education to teachers, community leaders, and organizers to help them better support those in their care.

In his (predictably rare) moments of leisure, Chaim enjoys tennis, hiking, and the great outdoors. He is also the published author of the book The Five Steps To More Peaceful Dating.

Dr. Sarah Scimeme is a licensed clinical psychologist in both New York and New Jersey, specializing in complex posttraumatic stress disorder (C-PTSD) in adolescents and adults, with a secondary expertise in perinatal mood and anxiety disorders. As a holder of multiple psychological certifications and degrees, she utilizes her unique skill set, innate creativity, and a variety of proven treatment methods to support her patients in ways that work best for them.

Inspired by her work with at-risk teens, foster children, and rehabilitation patients—as well as her many specialty certifications—Dr. Scimeme has the drive and expertise to take on the most complex cases, supporting her patients with compassionate understanding and empathetic humor. She takes on even the most difficult cases with passion and understanding—supporting victims of physical, emotional, and sexual abuse; neglect and loss; suicidality and self-injury; as well as commercial sexual exploitation of children.

In her time away from the office, she works to advocate for all those in need of mental health support through a variety of innovative lectures, panel discussions, and clinical programs. She also works as a consultant to assist with challenging cases across the region. As a parent herself, Dr. Scimeme is especially inspired to conduct extensive research on postpartum depression, perinatal mood disorders, and chronic anxiety. Her research has fueled her passion and desire to raise awareness, provide psychoeducation, engage in prevention efforts, and provide treatment to struggling parents everywhere.

Yehoshua Berger holds a Bachelor of Science in Nursing, is a Registered Nurse, and is a current candidate for psychiatric-mental health nurse practitioner (PMHNP). After graduating from his nursing program, he enrolled in Wilkes University's psych NP program. Over the past seven years, he has filled a diversity of roles in the mental health space, including his work at Relief Resources for 5+ years, where he helped over 5,000 individuals and their families navigate the world of mental health. He currently directs Relief Resources’ mental health crisis line.

Yehoshua found his calling in evaluating and treating patients with a respect for their humanity and their future potential—regardless of their present mental health struggles. After serving at the forefront of care with a closeup view of the mental health challenges of his local communities, Yehoshua passionately responded to the opportunity to take on the communal role of establishing Lifespan.