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MEET OUR TEAM
Hello, my name is Elyse Rella Rubio.
I am a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) and a certified perinatal mental health professional (PMH-C) practicing in New York. I have a Masters in Social Work from Columbia University and a Bachelor of Arts in Social Work and Sociology from Fordham University.
I also have specialized training in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, as well as perinatal mood and anxiety disorders through Postpartum Support International.
My passions are supporting and empowering my clients as they cope with and adapt to transitions in their lives, especially those related to pregnancy and motherhood.
When I am not providing therapy or helping The Roots Of Loneliness, I am busy chasing after my three sons, connecting with my husband, enjoying time with my family and friends, and squeezing in time to practice restorative self-care.
Hello, my name is Marija Marinkovic.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in New York City for 7+ years. I obtained a Master's Degree in clinical social work from Fordham University and an undergraduate degree in psychology from Montclair State University. I also have a background in music and obtained a bachelor's degree in music performance with a concentration in flute.
I have always been fascinated with the brain. My career as a social worker initially took off in the medical field, working for the Mount Sinai Health System in the Brain Injury Department and multiple sclerosis practice for the Corinne Goldsmith Dickinson Center for Multiple Sclerosis at Icahn School of Medicine.
I later moved on to private practice as a psychotherapist and currently treat clients with depression, anxiety, adjustment disorders, and chronic illness.
In my free time, I enjoy playing music and baking layered cakes.
Hello, my name is Christie Hartman.
I'm a psychologist, author, and coach who specializes in helping people have awesome relationships. I have an M.A. in clinical psychology and my Ph.D. – both from the University of Colorado – is in behavioral genetics, which is the study of the genetic underpinnings of behavior.
I've worked on research projects that examine developmental disability, ADHD, criminal behavior, and addiction.
In my post-science career, I've focused on relationships: how to find the right person, what makes a relationship work, and why they fail. I’ve also written 5 dating advice books on the subject.
Believe it or not, science can explain a certain amount of behavior regarding love, sex, and relationships, and I enjoy exploring those topics.
Hello, my name is Elyse Rella Rubio.
I am a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) and a certified perinatal mental health professional (PMH-C) practicing in New York. I have a Masters in Social Work from Columbia University and a Bachelor of Arts in Social Work and Sociology from Fordham University.
I also have specialized training in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, as well as perinatal mood and anxiety disorders through Postpartum Support International.
My passions are supporting and empowering my clients as they cope with and adapt to transitions in their lives, especially those related to pregnancy and motherhood.
When I am not providing therapy or helping The Roots Of Loneliness, I am busy chasing after my three sons, connecting with my husband, enjoying time with my family and friends, and squeezing in time to practice restorative self-care.
Hello, my name is Christie Hartman.
I'm a psychologist, author, and coach who specializes in helping people have awesome relationships. I have an M.A. in clinical psychology and my Ph.D. – both from the University of Colorado – is in behavioral genetics, which is the study of the genetic underpinnings of behavior.
I've worked on research projects that examine developmental disability, ADHD, criminal behavior, and addiction.
In my post-science career, I've focused on relationships: how to find the right person, what makes a relationship work, and why they fail. I’ve also written 5 dating advice books on the subject.
Believe it or not, science can explain a certain amount of behavior regarding love, sex, and relationships, and I enjoy exploring those topics.
Hello, my name is Marija Marinkovic.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in New York City for 7+ years. I obtained a Master's Degree in clinical social work from Fordham University and an undergraduate degree in psychology from Montclair State University. I also have a background in music and obtained a bachelor's degree in music performance with a concentration in flute.
I have always been fascinated with the brain. My career as a social worker initially took off in the medical field, working for the Mount Sinai Health System in the Brain Injury Department and multiple sclerosis practice for the Corinne Goldsmith Dickinson Center for Multiple Sclerosis at Icahn School of Medicine.
I later moved on to private practice as a psychotherapist and currently treat clients with depression, anxiety, adjustment disorders, and chronic illness.
In my free time, I enjoy playing music and baking layered cakes.
