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est. 2015

POLARIS was founded by two friends from grad school who bonded over wit, wisdom, and their mutual respect towards a good Power Point. With over 20 years of field experience our owners, Dr. Daryl (Cioffi) Appleton and Jennifer Weaver-Breitenbecher began Polaris Counseling & Consulting, LLC after seeing the need for 360 degree individualized care in an environment of security, luxury and comfort. 

 

Nationally known as experts in the field of mental health, Daryl and Jenn have appeared in local and international news outlets, as guests on radio and professional panels throughout the country, and have published books, and papers in the academic circuit. The handpicked POLARIS clinical team specializes in a range of psychological needs and treatments with an intense focus on goals and directives toward overall well-being and self-actualization. 

The POLARIS boutique consulting experience is offered to corporate, non-profit, and professional teams looking to set mental heath/crisis policy and procedures, train employees in mental health sensitivity, and engage in mental health workshops to prevent burnout and promote wellness initiatives. 

OUR TEAM

Our hand picked team works seamlessly together to provide you with the high-quality and professional grade service you deserve with the personalized, authentic style you desire. We pride ourselves on our passion for service, our commitment to our clients, and our proven ability to help others help themselves. We will work with you to confront your issues, move past your challenges, know what it takes to get you to beyond you can achieve your fullest sense of self and discover true wellness.

 

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ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS

Jennifer Weaver MA, CAGS, LMHC

FOUNDER, OWNER, CLINICAL DIRECTOR

Dr. Daryl (Cioffi) Appleton

Founder

SPECIALTIES:

Mood Disorders, Personality Disorders, Addictions, General Life Adjustments

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Bethany Killian

CLINICAL STAFF, LMHC

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Kristen Crociati

CLINICAL STAFF, LMHC-A

*accepts most major insurances

SPECIALTIES:

Depression, Anxiety, Holistic Wellness, Mindfulness 

*accepts state insurance& BCBS

SPECIALTIES:

Holistic Wellness, Mindfulness, Expressive Arts Therapy

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Jamie Plouff

CLINICAL STAFF,  LMHC-A

*accepts state insurance & BCBS

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 Larissa Nasisi

CLINICAL STAFF, LMHC

*accepts most major insurances

SPECIALTIES:

Substance Use Disorders

SPECIALTIES:

Mood & Anxiety Disorders, Relationships & Family, Mindfulness, and General Life Adjustments

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Jennifer McCalligett

CLINICAL STAFF, LCSW

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ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS

Regina LaPietra

CLINICAL STAFF, LMHC

*accepts most major insurance

*accepts most major insurance

SPECIALTIES:

Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, Adolescents and Young Adults, General Life Adjustments

SPECIALTIES:

Mood & Anxiety Disorders, General Life Adjustments, LGBTQ+, Adolescent Issues

Christine

OFFICE MANAGER

Jane

BILLING

SPECIALIST

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