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Lightwork Therapy & Recovery is far more than just a mental health facility; it is a sanctuary of healing and growth. We believe in a unique, compassionate approach where we blend empathy with advanced therapeutic strategies. Our commitment is to ensure that every woman who steps through our doors feels acknowledged, listened to, and appreciated. Our mission is straightforward yet profound: assisting our clients in discovering their inner strength, accepting their authentic selves, and illuminating the world with their unique brilliance. As you navigate through this page, you’ll get to know the dedicated team that makes this mission possible every day.

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Jackie Lightner, LICSW

Executive Director

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Jackie is our Executive Director, and she is passionate about helping women step into their power and become the best possible version of themselves. Clinically, Jackie works from a trauma-informed approach and believes that looking at both our past and our present circumstances can provide a lot of insight into times when we’re feeling stuck. Utilizing warmth, empathy, humor, and tangible practices to affect change, Jackie is passionate about creating programs that help women who are experiencing life changes, anxiety, trauma, general stress, transition, and/or interpersonal conflict. She is also passionate about assisting LightWork’s clients in learning tangible skills and practices that they can take with them into the more difficult moments of life. Jackie also offers speaking engagements, trainings, and workshops for companies.

Molly Hoopes, LMHC

Clinical Director

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Molly Hoopes is a licensed mental health counselor and the Clinical Director at Lightwork Therapy and Recovery. She has been part of the Lightwork team for over a year. Bringing 10 years of experience working in the field, Molly specializes in working with women with depression, anxiety, trauma, relational issues, self-esteem, transitions, and general life stress. Her approach integrates various modalities such as cognitive-behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, solution-focused therapy, and mindfulness techniques. When she’s not in the office, she loves spending time outdoors, reading, and spoiling her dog!

Kelly Matthews

Clinical Outreach

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As a member of our Clinical Outreach team, Kelly strives to make it possible for women to be informed about and have access to the healing and empowering resources LightWork has to offer. With Bachelor’s degrees in Psychology and Sociology, as well as an Associate’s degree in Human Services, Kelly strongly believes that everyone should take pride in the time spent nurturing their mental health. Kelly loves to run, be near the ocean, and write.

Makayla Calouro

Clinical Coordinator

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Makayla, our Clinical Coordinator, brings her passion for wellness and helping others to the forefront of her professional endeavors. She focuses on the seamless operation of Lightwork Therapy and Recovery, playing a pivotal part in creating a supportive and empathetic environment. Her passion for mental health advocacy is reflected in her daily efforts to ensure that women receive the care and resources needed to navigate their mental health journeys. Beyond the walls of Lightwork, Makayla enjoys cooking, live music and outdoor activities.

Ally Rosenberg, LMHC

Group Facilitator

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Ally Rosenberg is a licensed mental health counselor and DBT group facilitator at Lightwork Therapy and Recovery. Ally teaches DBT skills to women with an expertise that is grounded in realness, warmth, and compassion. Ally’s passion is to help empower women through learning life-changing coping skills and connection with community. Bringing years of experience working with women in prison, hospital-settings, group homes, outpatient therapy, she understands the vast difficulties women face throughout the course of their lives. Ally is intensively trained in DBT via Behavioral Tech, a company founded by Marsha Linehan, and uses her knowledge to deliver treatment that is trauma informed, neurodiversity affirming, and LGBTQ+ friendly. When not seeing clients, she is attending music events, spoiling her dog, and eating gluten-free food!

Jill Manos, C-IYAT

Group Facilitator

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Jill is a Certified Yoga Therapist (C-IAYT) at Lightwork Recovery and Therapy. Jill believes we are all here experiencing many layers of discomfort everyday, both physically and emotionally, and the practice is trying to navigate how to be with them.
Jill utilizes a trauma informed approach to hold space for clients to be able to lean into the discomfort, to hear what is beneath its surface and respond rather than react. She offers unconditional positive regard allowing the clients to show up exactly as they are in that moment. She uses somatic engagement and inquiry to support listening in and responding rather than reacting then creates compassion to the experience of this present moment. She reminds us that the practice isn’t about forcing ourselves to stay present but to build our ability to welcome ourselves back again and again.

Brett Barrier, LCSW

Mental Health Therapist

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Brett is a licensed clinical social worker and a Mental Health Therapist at Lightwork Therapy and Recovery. Brett utilizes a trauma-informed approach to ensure every woman feels heard, validated, and accepted. By incorporating a variety of evidence-based techniques such as cognitive-behavioral therapy, dialectical therapy, psychoeducation, and solution-focused therapy, Brett works to provide a safe space for women to grow towards emotional well-being. She is passionate about equipping Lightwork Therapy and Recovery clients with valuable skills to increase autonomy, self-determination, and lead fulfilling lives, regardless of challenges they may face. When she’s not in the office, Brett loves live music, sports, spending time in nature, and connecting with friends and family!

Alyssa Corrado

Mental Health Therapist

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Alyssa is a masters level mental health therapist at Lightwork Therapy and Recovery. She incorporates mindfulness, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) techniques into her practice. With a solution-focused approach, Alyssa is committed to empowering individuals to overcome challenges and achieve their goals. She provides personalized support, drawing from a holistic toolkit to help clients navigate life’s complexities and foster positive change. Passionate about mental health advocacy and holistic well-being, Alyssa strives to create a supportive and collaborative therapeutic environment for each individual’s journey towards healing and growth. In her free time, Alyssa enjoys live concerts, hikes, and spending time with loved ones.

Kate Adamson, LCSW

Mental Health Therapist

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Kate is a Licensed Certified Social Worker and Mental Health Therapist at Lightwork Therapy and Recovery. Kate’s approach to therapy is rooted in a holistic and client-centered perspective, focusing on the uniqueness of each individual and recognizing that there is no one-size-fits-all approach to mental health. Drawing from an eclectic range of therapeutic modalities, Kate tailors her approach to best meet the specific needs and preferences of clients. Whether it be cognitive-behavioral techniques to address specific challenges, mindfulness practices to cultivate self-awareness, or narrative therapy to explore your personal story, sessions will be customized to support a client’s unique journey. Kate believes in cultivating an empathic and authentic therapeutic alliance to create a safe and non-judgmental space for women to explore their thoughts, emotions, and experiences while feeling validated, guided, and supported.

Sami Sylvester

Mental Health Technician

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Sami is one of our Mental Health Technicians! She is currently working on obtaining a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration and looking forward to furthering her education in the psychology field upon graduation. Sami is passionate about mental health; she leads with love and kindness in her work to ensure an encouraging and a welcoming atmosphere for everyone to feel heard and prosper. When out of the office, you can find Sami at a concert, out for a run, or on a mountain skiing!

Alexa Cahill

Mental Health Technician

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Alexa is one of our Mental Health Technicians. She has her Bachelors in Psychology and in Criminal Justice, and is passionate about empowering individuals to explore and challenge themselves in their healing process. Alexa incorporates a variety of evidenced-based practices such as motivational interviewing and cognitive-behavioral therapy to educate and assist in facilitating a space where individuals feel comfortable to be vulnerable, without judgement. Alexa strives to reduce stigma and shame surrounding topics such as trauma, substance abuse, and anger management. When Alexa is not working, she spends her time hiking, painting, and writing.

Paige Symon

Mental Health Technician

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Paige is a recent graduate from the College of Charleston in South Carolina with a bachelor’s degree in Psychology. Currently enrolled at Merrimack College, Paige is pursuing her master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling while also serving as an academic advisor. Thrilled to be a part of the team at LightWork Therapy and Recovery, Paige’s passions extend beyond academics; she finds joy in the beach, cherishes time with her dachshunds, and embraces the therapeutic effects of running.