Katharine Sidelnik, LMSW (she/they) is a holistic psychotherapist working with teens, adults, and couples navigating a wide range of issues including anxiety, trauma, and depression. Katharine draws from trauma-informed and somatic modalities, the humanistic approach, nondual wisdom traditions, and anti-oppressive frameworks that empower individuals to (re)connect with themselves, community, and the world around us. With choice.

Sheila Shidnia (she/her) holds board certification as a music therapist and has undergone post-graduate training in Neurologic Music Therapy (NMT). Currently pursuing a master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy at Syracuse University, Sheila's practice is enriched by her extensive background.

Jim Tinger (he/him) believes in an empathetic approach and employs a strength-based perspective that facilitates a caring and nurturing environment to clients of all ages. Jim enjoys working with adults and specializes in treating depression, anxiety, trauma, and those with mild autism, to name a few. He has worked in substance abuse counseling, and has facilitated groups in a variety of settings.

Veronica Vaganov (she/her) takes a compassionate and person-centered approach to therapy, collaborating with clients to explore and connect with their innate strengths and healing abilities. In her work with children, Veronica provides a creative and nurturing environment, facilitating growth in self-awareness, self-confidence, and emotional regulation.

Devin Wiesner (he/him) works with adults and couples, helping them manage anxiety, depression, conflict, disharmonious relationship patterns, and other mental health issues. He is honored to collaborate with and support people in their journey of change and recognizes the choice to begin therapy can be difficult, that it takes courage to acknowledge one's struggles and problems.

Soma Wingelaar (she/her) provides a compassionate and nonjudgmental space for people to understand themselves. Focusing on individual strengths and agency is a key component to the collaborative work she looks forward to doing with others. Navigating life’s struggles (and joys!) can be challenging and she is invested in practical tools for understanding one’s goals and managing anxiety.

Katherine Young (she/her) approaches the sacred work of therapy from a spirit of presence. She believes that what brings you in and what you want to explore lead therapist and client down a path together. She aims to journey with you, offering support where needed, mirroring your integral wholeness, and allowing you to guide. Katherine offers questions, inquiries, and explorations along the way.

Over the last ten years, Cody Christensen (he/him) has worked as a project manager for a large manufacturing company as well as a growing online retail start-up, both in the Hudson Valley. Originally from Columbia county, Cody now lives in Red Hook with his wife and two children. Cody is a martial artist, skateboarder, musician, and recently started a podcast.

Chelsea DeSouza (she/her) received her bachelor's degree from the New England Conservatory of Music in Massachusetts, and her master's degree from Bard College in New York. She has years of personal experience with meditation and somatic movement practices.

Stephanie Gindele (she/her) received her BA in sociology from Rutgers University. She has a life long interest in spirituality and the healing arts.

Jennifer Grumme (she/her) brings years of experience in healthcare to the MPG team. She lives in the Hudson Valley with her family.

Kelly Phillips (she/her) has lived and worked in the Hudson Valley for most of her life. Prior to joining the team at Maverick Psychotherapy Group, she worked in the veterinary medical field for many years as a licensed veterinary technician. She currently resides locally with her family and enjoys the many outdoor activities we have available in our area.

Emily Matthews, Billing Support