Our Team
Matthew G. Doyle, LICSW
Founding Director || Owner
Matthew G. Doyle, LICSW; Founding Director and Owner of Castle Hill Counseling & Consulting, Inc., brings over 25 years of experience in the mental health and education fields; working with individual children, adolescents, adults, and families directly, and in a diverse range of program start-up, community, and organizational leadership roles. Matthew provides extensive training on home-based intervention, family therapy, attachment, trauma-informed intervention, and school avoidance/anxiety in addition to his Adjunct Faculty teaching role at a local Master’s in Social Work graduate school program. Matthew was featured in the Boston Globe* in 2017 and interviewed on National Public Radio** in 2017 and 2021. Castle Hill Counseling is built on the vision of reaching as many people as possible in our communities, and decreasing the stigmatization of mental health.
Emily Conn, B.A.
Practice Coordinator
North Shore, MA
Emily received her BA from Lesley University in 2014 with a degree in Holistic Psychology and Art Therapy, and received her Licensure in Massage Therapy in 2018. Since then, she has worked in the mental health field in both therapeutic mentoring and administrative coordination roles. Emily has a passion for helping individuals and families find balance and health in all aspects of their lives. When Emily is not providing Youth Mentoring, she assumes the Administrative Coordinator role within Castle Hill Counseling & Consulting.
Thomas Walsh, M.Ed.
Director of Development ||
Clinical Consultant
North Shore, MA
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Tom brings a unique range of skills and professional expertise to Castle Hill Counseling. Following his undergraduate studies at Boston College, Tom spent 15 years in the business field; working within the domain of sales, marketing, and program development for 3 highly successful international companies. Subsequently, Tom made a deliberate professional shift leading to his completion of a Master’s Degree in Special Education. Tom has spent the past 10+ years in the Mental Health and Education field with roles including: Teaching as a MA Licensed High School Special Education classroom teacher, Therapeutic Mentor, Emergency Services Clinician, and High School Varsity Football and Track Coach. While drawing from his skills as a teacher and coach and drawing from therapeutic frameworks such as CBT and Mindfulness, Tom brings his own daily meditation practice and passion into his engagement with children, teenagers, and adults.
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Gabe Roses, M.Ed.
Clinical Consultant
North Shore, MA
With over a decade of experience in Disability Services in Post-Secondary education, Gabe has enjoyed providing access to learners with diverse disabilities and social/emotional challenges, as well as providing holistic care to those who are at-risk. Gabe is also a licensed School Adjustment Counselor and trained as an Executive Function ADD/ADHD Coach, and Mental Health counselor, allowing him to add an education/learning expertise to his work with Castle Hill families and clients. Gabe’s work revolves around the core belief that we can all thrive when able to access the right supports and resources to meet our individual needs.
Jori Argue, LMHC
Clinical Consultant
North Shore, MA
I have been working in the counseling field with adolescents, children, families and individuals in a variety of settings since 2003. I graduated from the UNH with a BS in Psychology and then completed my Masters in Counseling Psychology at the California Institute of Integral Studies. For the past several years, I have been working as a clinician and supervisor, doing in-home family therapy, mentoring and parent sessions, with youth and families involved with the Massachusetts Departments of Mental Health and Department of Children and Families. I strive to approach therapy in a creative and client-centered manner, meeting youth and families where they are most comfortable, whether that is in their home, an office, on a hiking trail, or playing catch in the back yard. I am a certified EMDR Practitioner.
Jonathan Elkin, M.A.
Clinical Consultant
Greater Boson/North Shore, MA
Jon has been working with children, adolescents, and families in greater Boston for 10 years. Jon spent many of these years as a Therapeutic Mentor, and considers Mentoring to be an integral part of his ongoing practice. Jon earned his Masters in Counseling from William James College, with a focus on Couples and Family Therapy. Jon further believes that a genuine relationship is the cornerstone of the therapeutic process, and prides himself on the ability to find many different points of connection; while utilizing a combination of Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), strengths-based, mindfulness, humor, play (including video games), and existentialist therapies in order to help young people and families strengthen their confidence, motivation, and satisfaction in life.
Jeannette Coleman, LICSW
Clinical Supervisor
North Shore, MA
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Jeannette brings two decades of experience in the Social Work field, both nationally & internationally, specializing in trauma with children, adolescents, adults and families, to her Supervisory role with Castle Hill. As a seasoned Clinician and Reiki Master/Teacher, Jeannette incorporates holistic, creative, and mind-body integration techniques into her Clinical and Supervisory framework; integrating traditional talk therapy and holistic healing techniques, including energy healing, to address trauma symptoms, stress, anxiety, depression & interpersonal/family conflict.
Vanessa Wells, LMHC
Clinical Consultant
North Shore, MA
Vanessa obtained her Master's in Mental Health Counseling from North Carolina Central University. She brings extensive specialization to many areas, including Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Anxiety Disorders, Perfectionism, and Eating/Body-Image related difficulties. Vanessa facilitates individual therapy to children, adolescents and adults, couples' counseling, and family therapy; past roles were held in school and home-based settings, and residential treatment programs. Vanessa integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), and Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP); all within a multicultural family systems’ framework.
Jane Lindland, LMHC
Clinical Consultant
North Shore, MA
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Jane holds an M.Ed. in Early Childhood Educations and an M.S. in Counseling and has utilized this education working with children, adolescents, adults, and families for the past 23 years. Jane believes that best practice involves treating the whole person, mind, body, and soul: creating change through people feeling understood and supported in a safe, trusting, and non-judgmental environment. Through the utilization of Play Therapy, Art Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Mindfulness therapeutic frameworks, Jane strives to facilitate harmony and change.
Meghan Ferguson Sauder, LICSW
Clinical Consultant
North Shore, MA
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Meg has joined our Castle Hill Team after 20+ years of experience in both the mental health and education fields. Meg’s therapeutic approach is collaborative in nature drawing from cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness and meditation, emotional regulation, conflict resolution, and collaborative problem-solving frameworks. She has developed expertise around the themes of anxiety, school avoidance/refusal, understanding and advocating for students with learning differences, navigating transitions, as well as parent coaching and support. Outside of her passion for engaging with children and families, Meg’s other interests include surfing, skiing, trail running and spending time in nature with her family.
David Smith, LCSW
Clinical Consultant
North Shore, MA
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David has worked in the Behavioral Health field since 2016. After earning a BA in Communication from UMass Amherst, David has explored many career opportunities including Behavioral Therapy, Yoga instruction, Certified Professional Life Coaching, Mentoring and most recently teaching. Through these experiences, David has discovered his true gift helping others and educating individuals about health, wellness and living their best life.. David has experience working with children, adolescents, adults, seniors, individuals on the autism spectrum, members of the LGBTQ+ community and those who are deaf/hard of hearing. David has recently graduated with his MSW from Westfield State University to obtain his degree and pursue licensure.
Giovanny Guzman, M.A.
Clinical Consultant
North Shore, MA
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Giovanny is a holistic, mindfulness-based Therapist who has a deep passion for his work with children, teenagers, and adults. Gio is an undergraduate alumnus from Worcester State University and furthermore received his graduate degree in Mental Health Counseling from Regis College. As a Bilingual Spanish-speaking Therapist, Gio provides culturally competent care, and has previously worked in therapeutic roles allowing him to reach Spanish-speaking communities throughout the North Shore. Gio's unique therapeutic approach integrates mindfulness-based techniques, play therapy, and a holistic focus on mental, emotional, and physical well-being. Gio is a Therapist who is deeply committed to helping individuals navigate life's challenges with compassion and strength, drawing on diverse modalities to support long-term healing and growth.
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Kimberly Moniz, LCSW
Clinical Consultant
North Shore, MA
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Kimberly (Kimmy) Moniz obtained her Master's in Social Work from the University of Kentucky. Kimmy brings a wealth of knowledge and experience from her work in community based mental health care providing mentoring, in-home therapy and outpatient therapy to children, adolescents and families. Kimmy takes a person-centered approach to treatment emphasizing individual and family strengths. She integrates techniques from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Collaborate Assessment and Management of Suicidality (CAMS), Positive Parenting Program (PPP) and Motivational Interviewing (MI). Kimmy is passionate about incorporating client's interests into therapy and supporting healing holistically and collaboratively. Kimmy believes it is important to support and advocate for families in navigating the mental health and school systems. In her spare time, Kimmy enjoys her dog, playing/coaching volleyball, hiking, photography and spending time with friends and family.
Lucy Noyes, B.A.
Graduate Level Clinical Intern
North Shore, MA
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Lucy graduated Northeastern University in 2017 with a BA in Human Services and is currently pursuing her MSW through Westfield State University. Lucy has been working with youth and their families for over 10 years throughout her time at Northeastern University and following graduation. She has had experience working as a residential counselor, a therapeutic mentor, and most recently, with the Department of Children and Families where she has maintained her role as an adolescent social worker for over six years. Lucy is passionate about helping others and does so through building trusting therapeutic relationships with clients and staying connected with available community resources to help best provide support in all areas of life. Lucy sees the importance in an individualistic approach to counseling and is committed to meeting each client where they are at in any given session to help make the most of their time together.
Daniel Sprintzen, LICSW
Clinical Consultant
Greater Boston, MA
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For over 15 years, I have worked with and helped adolescents and families, ranging from first time engagers of therapeutic support to those that have had multiple counselors and therapists. I am a specialist in working with families where there is some level of school refusal and/or the adolescent’s initial expression is resistant to treatment. As a trained and certified trauma responder, I am an expert in dealing with crises, including acute trauma, traumatic grief, and any of the highly stressful events that life may present. I have been certified in Psychological First Aid (PFA) and Post Traumatic Stress Management (PTSM), as well as in First Aid and CPR. I am also trained in Mindfulness Therapy, having been certified by the Institute of Mindfulness & Psychotherapy. Fruthermore, I have extensive experience in engaging with immigrant populations and am fluent in Portuguese.
Taliah Melendy, B.A.
Youth Mentor
North Shore, MA
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Taliah is currently in school to get her Masters degree in mental health counseling. She has her Bachelor's degree in education and psychology. She has been working with children since the age of 16, and already has a broad spectrum of experiences with children and adolescence. She believes in community and providing help and resources to every child to
ensure that they meet their goals and live on to lead happy, healthy lives.