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Meet Your Clinicians

We believe that healing happens in connection. Our team is dedicated to providing a trauma-informed sanctuary where clinical excellence meets systemic care, supporting you as you navigate the path toward restoration and relational growth.

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Meet Hazel Branche, LCSW

Psychotherapist

Hazel Branche is a psychotherapist with over 15 years of experience providing compassionate, evidence-based care to individuals, couples, and families. Her work focuses on helping clients navigate emotional challenges, relationships, life transitions, and personal growth through an empathetic, collaborative, and systemic approach to care.

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Specializes In

  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)

  • Family Systems Therapy

  • Trauma-Informed Care

  • Emotional Regulation & Stress Management

  • Relational & Family Dynamics

  • Faith-Integrated & Pastoral Care Support

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Areas of Expertise

  • Anxiety & Stress Management

  • Relationship & Family Challenges

  • Emotional Regulation

  • Life Transitions & Personal Growth

  • Adolescent & Family Support

  • Parent & Caregiver Support

  • School-Based Mental Health


Therapeutic Services

  • Individual, Couples, Family & Group Therapy

  • Parent & Caregiver Training

  • Professional Development & Clinician Consultation

  • Workshops & Community Education

  • Pastoral Care Therapeutic Services

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Credentials & Background

  • Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)

  • 15+ years of clinical experience

  • DBT-Certified Therapist

  • Trained at the Ackerman Institute for the Family

  • Extensive experience supporting adolescents, families, and school communities

  • Co-author of The Kingdom Playbook for Mental Health

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Hazel believes every individual has the capacity to heal and grow. She creates a safe, supportive space where clients can strengthen resilience, deepen self-awareness, and move toward meaningful, lasting change.

Branches Wellness Founder

Meet Marilyn Arias, LMSW

Psychotherapist

Marilyn Arias is a licensed psychotherapist with 14 years of experience in the mental health field. She provides compassionate, evidence-based care and believes therapy should be a collaborative and empowering experience where clients feel safe, supported, and understood.
 

Specializes In

  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)

  • Client-Centered Therapy

  • Strength-Based Therapy

  • Emotional Regulation & Mindfulness

  • Trauma-Informed Care
     

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Areas of Expertise

  • Anxiety & Depression

  • Stress Management

  • Trauma & Healing

  • Relationship & Family Challenges

  • Personal Growth & Self-Discovery

  • Couples Therapy

  • Adolescent & Child Support (Ages 10+)

  • Bilingual Therapy Services (English & Spanish)

​Credentials & Background

  • Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW)

  • Licensed through the NYS Education Department Office of the Professions

  • Master’s Degree in Social Work

  • 14 years of mental health experience

  • Works with adults, couples, adolescents, and children ages 10+

  • Provides culturally sensitive and bilingual therapeutic support

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Marilyn is committed to helping clients build resilience, strengthen emotional well-being, and create meaningful, lasting change through personalized and supportive care.

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Practitioner Bio

Tanya M. Howell, LMHC

Licensed Mental Health Counselor

Empowering people to heal, grow, and lead with confidence.

Tanya M. Howell is a compassionate mental health counselor who provides culturally sensitive support to her clients. She creates a safe, supportive environment where clients feel heard, valued, and empowered to navigate life’s challenges and create meaningful change.

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Areas of Specialization

    •    Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
    •    Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
    •    Anxiety & Stress Management
    •    Emotional Regulation
    •    Relationship & Interpersonal Challenges
    •    Family Conflict & Communication
    •    Life Transitions & Personal Growth
    •    School-Based Mental Health Support

Credentials & Background

    •    Limited Permit in Mental Health Counseling through the NYS Education Department Office of the Professions
    •    Master’s Degree in School Counseling
    •    Advanced Certificate in Mental Health Counseling
    •    Works with children ages 10+, adolescents, and adults
    •    Provides culturally sensitive therapeutic support

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