ADAPP's Executive Staff
"As a new social worker in 1986, ADAPP gave me the chance to develop my skills and knowledge
in an environment that was both supportive and challenging. As the years passed, I was given
the opportunity to grow in my professional
career from Intervention Counselor to Supervisor to Clinical Director and now Executive Director.
But mostly, ADAPP has allowed me to work
with incredibly talented, caring, smart, and
creative people who have become mentors,
trusted colleagues, and friends.
It’s a place where we truly make a difference
in the lives of others every day."
ADAPP's Clinical Supervisors
Edward Ballen, LCSW
Clinical Supervision Associate
Sharon Flores, LCSW
Bronx Office
"Happy golden anniversary ADAPP. I am looking forward to celebrating the next 50 years with the company. I started my journey in 2016 as one of the Clinical Supervisors and have been honored to work with a dedicated team of professionals. This 50th anniversary of ADAPP reminds me of hundreds of great memories over the years. Being in business for 50 years is a testament to the quality of services ADAPP provides to our Catholic schools, the students, their families, and the communities we serve! Congratulations to everyone who continues to work at ADAPP, and those who have contributed to the success of the ADAPP program. Happy 50th anniversary to everyone."
Yanet De La Cruz-Webster, LCSW
Bronx Office
Virginia Abrey, LCSW
Pine Bush Office
ADAPP's Support Staff
Kathleen Guglielmo
Executive Assistant
Linda Toscano
Technology Manager
"I have been working with ADAPP for 19 years now and have witnessed the amazing work of everyone here, past and present. I am grateful for this job and the people I work with."
Lillian Piro-Romano
Accountant
Kassandra Bonilla
Office Coordinator
Mary Beth Belles
Secretary, Upstate Office
"I am proud to work with such a dedicated team of people.
Keep up the great work!"
Nancy Evans
Secretary, Staten Island Office
ADAPP's Community Coaliation
Dawn Insanalli, MS
Special Projects Manager
"Although I have only been with the ADAPP family since January of 2021, I can wholeheartedly say I am very impressed with the knowledgeable and dedicated staff that I have the pleasure of working with. They are committed to their profession and truly steadfast in providing the community with the highest level of care and compassion."
Brittany Harris, MPH
FSBC Community Project Coordinator
Waly Maduro, BS
FSBC Community Project Coordinator
ADAPP's Intervention Counselors
Rona Bender, MSW
Intervention Counselor
Robert Bleidner, LMSW
Intervention Counselor
Kelley Cardoso-Cruz, MSW
Intervention Counselor
James Ciampa, LMSW
Intervention Counselor
Samantha Connolly, MS
Intervention Counselor
Shawna Davis, MSW
Intervention Counselor
Eliasel Deoleo, MSW
Intervention Counselor
Maria Doroni, MS Ed
Intervention Counselor
Deirdre Fanizzi, MSW
Intervention Counselor
Tarsha Hodge, MHC
Intervention Counselor
Lucinda Jones, MSW
Intervention Counselor
Justin Maldonado, MSW
Intervention Counselor
Jennifer Martin-Bogart, LMSW
Intervention Counselor
I started working at ADAPP in 1995 right after graduate school and thought it would be a great first job.
Twenty-seven years later it is
not only a great job but an even
better family.
Theo McCourtney, LMSW
Intervention Counselor
Andrew Mennell, LMSW
Intervention Counselor
Ivonia Miller, MSW
Intervention Counselor
Paulette Pezzella, LCSW
Intervention Counselor
I have worked at ADAPP for 20+ years because I believe in helping children of all ages reach their full potential and being a presence in their school is a great way to do this. I have always enjoyed all the aspects of ADAPP, but what I enjoy best is the group work and providing education on the high school level! I also have always appreciated our administration, and their dedication to the service and the staff!!
Ariel J. Rodriguez, MSW
Intervention Counselor
Tiffany Young, MA, MS
Intervention Counselor
It is a pleasure to work for an organization that shares my personal and professional values. I greatly appreciate the lasting bonds and memories I've made at ADAPP over the years.