Top Employee Assistance Program Experts 2025

Erena DiGonis, LCSW-R is a New York State Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Certified Health Coach, and Certified Clinical Anxiety and Trauma Treatment Professional. She is also certified in Brainspotting and trained in EMDR. Erena has twenty-one years of practical and professional experience as an active clinician, teacher, and supervisor. She has worked in a variety of community, psychiatric, in-home, and private practice settings with hundreds of complex cases. Erena is a sought-after writer, speaker, and consultant and has been featured in Cosmopolitan, Marie Claire, Psychology Today, Reader’s Digest, Women's Health, and MEL magazine. She has reviewed book proposals for the National Association of Social Workers (NASW) and is an Advisory Board Member for the CPTSD Foundation. Erena serves as the Founder and Continuing Education Director of EngagedMinds, a national Continuing Education business providing training for Counselors, Social Workers, and Therapists.

J’accompagne avec bienveillance celles et ceux qui font face à une dépendance, en les aidant à se reconnecter à eux-mêmes et à retrouver un équilibre de vie. Je détiens un baccalauréat en sociologie (UQAM) ainsi qu’un certificat en intervention en dépendances (UdeM). J’accompagne non seulement les personnes aux prises avec des comportements addictifs, mais aussi celles qui vivent de la codépendance ainsi que les proches de personnes ayant une dépendance.

I’m a seasoned professional in the healthcare industry, deeply committed to making a difference in mental and behavioral health. My journey is personal, shaped by the impact that mental health has had on the lives of my family and friends. Over the past decade, I’ve dedicated myself to advancing the quality and accessibility of care, and my time at Penn Medicine inspired me to develop Alpas, a company focused on creating better environments for healing across various healthcare fields. Graduating summa cum laude from Saint Joseph’s University in Healthcare Administration, I’ve always been driven to go beyond individual care and address broader public health needs. My mission is simple yet powerful: to transform healthcare for the better, one initiative at a time.

Experienced Therapist with a demonstrated history of working in the hospital & health care industry. Skilled in Microsoft Word, Suicide Assessment, Training, Apple Software, and Working with Adolescents. Strong healthcare services professional with a Master's Degree focused in Social Work from University of Southern California.

I'm a Registered Counsellor with Singapore Association for Counselling, have a Master of Arts (counselling & guidance). I specialize in LGBTQIA+ affirming care and use therapy approaches such as ACT, CTRT and CBT. For couples counselling, I use the Gottman Method.

Hello, from the vibrant crossroads of construction and benefits! Once a hands-on construction enthusiast, I transitioned to an Architectural Technologist (Arch. T.) and dabbled in the wisdom imparted by my father in financial services. With over 20 incredible years in Group Benefits, my heart still beats loudest for the construction industry.At AEC Benefits, we've taken a deep dive into Ontario's landscape – from union and association plans to national insurers – and guess what? We've emerged with solutions that truly shine brighter. Our aim? To champion OpenShop businesses, making them not just competitors but industry frontrunners, all while attracting the best of the best talent. Curious? Let’s journey together and craft a brighter future for your business in Ontario's bustling construction scene.

Garrett Diamantides is a dedicated substance abuse and mental health business owner with over a decade of experience in the industry. Growing up on the North Shore of Massachusetts, he has been passionate about supporting others on their recovery journeys since achieving his own in 2006. Garrett combines personal experience with professional expertise to create impactful programs that foster healing and resilience in the community. Committed to advocacy and education, he strives to break the stigma surrounding mental health and substance use disorders.

I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Owner of Quiet Water Counseling. I am EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing) Certified, and have extensive experience as a PTSD Counselor. I also work with a lot of men in my counseling practice. I am also a Nationally Board Certified Counselor and a Master's Level Certified Addiction Professional (MCAP).

Il counselor psicosociale è una figura che si muove su un terreno ibrido, tra il magma dell’esistenza quotidiana e le ferite sottili del respiro sociale. Venti anni di imprenditorialità e una ricerca artistica in costante metamorfosi hanno affilato la mia sensibilità verso le trame invisibili delle dinamiche umane. Attraverso un’indagine critica dell’irrazionale e delle conformità sociali, PSYKOSAPIENS si erge come baluardo della libertà di pensiero. Eccole le mappe: studi universitari e ricerca in territorio svizzero, intrecciati a un percorso accademico italiano, hanno dato vita a un principio in divenire — una forma esplorante, capace di guardare oltre i confini, smontare costrutti storici, manierismi, discorsività, contraddizioni. Dubitare e curiosare sono la mia bussola nel fluire continuo dell’esistenza — un supporto autentico per navigare il mondo liquido con consapevolezza, senza abbracciare false terre ferme.

Rachel Eddins is a therapist who helps people unlock and nurture their true selves. As a…

I am a Licensed Therapist specializing in marriage and family, relationship repair, communication breakdowns, and child behavior challenges. With over 35 years of experience, he helps individuals, couples, and families navigate trust issues, parenting struggles, and long-term resentment with compassion and clarity. When he's not in session, Gary shares insights on platforms like Featured and LinkedIn to support broader conversations around emotional wellness, boundaries, and growth.

I advocate and create self-efficacy in others by empowering, engaging and inspiring.

I’m Vaishnavi Sarfare: a mental health advocate and the founder of unBurden Chat Buddy, a free, anonymous, AI-powered platform offering 24/7 emotional support via text and voice in over 75 languages. The platform draws on evidence-based approaches like CBT, DBT, mindfulness to create a safe, stigma-free space for people to share what’s on their minds...especially those who face barriers to traditional therapy. I’m a certified EFT practitioner (EFTMRA – UK & India) and I offer 1:1 online EFT Sessions to release emotional distress and support mental-somatic healing. Through personalised, science-backed EFT, I help you gently release stress, regulate your nervous system, and feel lighter: mentally and physically. Whether you’re moving through anxiety, burnout, emotional overwhelm, or recurring patterns, our sessions are a safe space to reconnect with calm, clarity, and yourself. My work is informed by my BSc in Applied Psychology, my ongoing MSc in Clinical Psychology and extensive global certifications, including Psychological First Aid (Johns Hopkins), Health Across the Gender Spectrum (Stanford), Harvard certification, and multiple WHO, UNICEF programs in mental health and crisis response. Having witnessed firsthand the accessibility gaps in the mental healthcare system, I’ve committed myself to combining psychology, technology, and advocacy to make mental well-being support equitable.

I’m Peter Lai, the Chief Financial Officer at Engage Wellness. I oversee all aspects of the company’s financial management, providing strategic direction to teams in accounting and controls, financial planning, tax, treasury, and investor relations. My role involves partnering with business leaders to execute strategies that drive profitable growth. With over 20 years of financial management experience, I’ve held leadership roles in diverse industries. Before joining Engage Wellness, I served as the CFO for Haven Health Management, specializing in clinical, medical, and psychiatric care for substance use and mental health disorders. I’ve also held financial management positions at Lenovo and ADT Security Services. I earned a bachelor’s degree in accounting and an MBA from Nova Southeastern University.

As a licensed psychotherapist with over 25 years of experience, I provide individual, couple, and family treatment at Samaritan Counseling Center of the Capital Region. I also offer telehealth services and accept most insurances. My goal is to help people change and progress in their lives by examining their assumptions and understanding their origins. I am also a clinical approved supervisor at AAMFT, where I mentor and nurture the strengths and resources of marriage and family therapists and trainees. I have a PhD certificate in psychodynamic psychotherapy from the Institute for Clinical Social Work and post-graduate training in neuroscience and clinical treatment from Harvard Medical School. I am certified in grief counseling, social work health care, gerontology, advanced bereavement, PASRR, disaster mental health critical responder, and QCSW. I am committed to refining my clinical and supervisory skills and staying involved in the professional mental wellness community. I am licensed in NY and in AZ. Please review my LinkedIn profile for additional information about me. Thank you for your interest in my passions.

Kirsten Tretbar is a licensed psychotherapist (LMFT) with a rich background in filmmaking and theater. She believes that healing comes from finding balance—through humor, playfulness, and a deep understanding of the emotional patterns shaped by our family history and culture. Based in her hometown of Kansas City, Kirsten spent 25 years living and working in Los Angeles and the UK. Before becoming a therapist, she was an award-winning TV producer, indie filmmaker, and actress, best known for her farm documentary ZENITH, which aired nationally on NBC in 2003. She has also taught acting and filmmaking in Los Angeles. Kirsten holds an MFA in Acting from USC and an MS in Family Therapy from Friends University. She is a subject matter expert in family/systemic therapy and neuroscience-based techniques for regulating the nervous system. Her area of expertise is working with creative artists, gifted, neurodivergent, and twice exceptional kids, adults, and their families.

I entered the field of recovery as a drug and alcohol counselor, driven by a deep understanding of the importance of treatment and a newfound sense of purpose. This calling led me to make a career change that I approach with immense gratitude. Over time, I transitioned into the role of Director at Serenity Services, and I now serve as the CEO of Ascendant NY. My journey, shaped by both personal and professional experiences, fuels my commitment to providing treatment with humility, compassion, and dignity. As a leader, I work closely with my team to evolve the traditional culture of detox facilities, striving to fill the gaps where treatment often falls short. I’m dedicated to creating individualized, client-centered care, ensuring that every person who walks through our doors feels seen, valued, and supported.

I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and a Licensed Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LAADC). As co-owner of Bridge The Gap, a therapeutic mentoring company, and with extensive work history in addiction treatment centers, my personal journey in recovery equips me with the rare ability to engage with clinical expertise and distinct empathy. It has become my passion to help individuals and families struggling with addiction and mental health issues find their own personal empowerment through addiction education, mental health insights, and recovery support.

Amanda is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. She has worked in the field of chemical dependency and co-occurring disorders since 2011. She incorporates a variety of therapeutic techniques including Psychodynamic Psychotherapy, Reality Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and mindfulness based practices. Amanda prioritizes building a strong therapeutic alliance with her clients. She strives to create a safe and non-judgmental space where clients can feel heard and understood. By building a strong alliance, clients can gain a greater sense of self-awareness, develop coping skills, and work towards achieving their therapeutic goals. Amanda received her BA in Psychology with a minor in Addiction Studies from Antioch University in 2016. She received her MA in Clinical Psychology from Antioch University in 2018.

Arizona State University alumni (December 2020). While attending university, I majored in Business Law with a minor in Women and Gender Studies. During undergrad, I worked part-time in doing a wide range of jobs; from being a personal assistant to a private investigator, multiple internships, two successful campaigns, and various restaurant server positions.