Our Team
Dr. Andrew Schmidt, PhD, LCSW-R
Founder and Director
Dr. Schmidt specializes in the treatment of Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Anxiety, Trauma and Depression. He is a highly skilled Cognitive Behavior Therapist (CBT) and has extensive training with Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) and other exposure based approaches. As Professor and Director of the Post-Masters CBT Certificate Program…
Dr. Meredith Hemphill, DSW, LCSW-R
Clinical Director and Director of Community Relations
Dr. Hemphill is a graduate of New York University who has worked for 10+ years with people who experience physical illness and pain, and caregivers of people with serious illnesses. She also specializes in the treatment of Anxiety, Depression, Trauma and Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD), as well as counseling for relationship transitions, committed relationships and divorce…
Clinical Staff
Robert Herel, LCSW-R
Winifred Wu, LCSW
Psychotherapist
Specializing in Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Rob brings 20+ years of experience to help his clients develop new tools and techniques to cope with the challenges of life. He has extensive experience working and addressing anxiety, ADHD, depression, and obsessive-compulsive disorders (OCD) and uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Exposure and Response Therapy (ERP)…
Psychotherapist
Winifred (Winnie) Wu, LCSW, is a Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) trained clinician who has certification in working with individuals and caregivers in Palliative and End-of-Life Care. She has extensive experience in working with clients coping with anxiety, obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), self-esteem, relationship issues, life transitions, grief and loss, and terminal illness. As a certified yoga instructor…
Psychotherapist
Amanda is a clinical social worker trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing and Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TFCBT). She has worked in non-profit care settings for ten years and specializes in mental health care for transitional age youth (16-25 years old). Amanda has worked with adolescents and adults of all ages living with depression, psychosis, anxiety, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder…
Amanda Gaudet, LCSW
Jayson Brown, LMSW
Psychotherapist
Jayson is a licensed social worker with over 15 years of experience working with children, adolescents, and adults living with relationship issues, grief, anxiety, depression, and psychosis. He is dedicated to helping others who are in need, providing them with a relationship built on trust to resolve their challenges and improve their mental health. Well versed in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and a variety of treatment modalities…
Psychotherapist
Julianna has a Master’s degree in Counseling and Community Psychology from Russel Sage College and is a graduate from New York University’s Post Master’s Certificate program in CBT. Julianna holds a limited permit in mental health counseling (MHC), is a credentialed alcohol and substance abuse counselor (CASAC) specializing in the treatment of addictions, and has experience working in both inpatient and outpatient settings…
Julianna Fisher, MHC-LP
Tracey Horst, LMSW
Samarah Cook
Administrative Staff
Jan Bartel
Stephanie Kaplan Carey, MA, MPA
Psychotherapist
Tracey Horst is a psychotherapist with a focus on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and a certification in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TFCBT). She has experience working with clients coping with anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), gender violence, and other trauma histories. Committed to cultural humility, she acknowledges the unique perspectives and intersecting identities…
MSW Clinical Intern
Samarah is a psychotherapist-in-training, currently pursuing a master’s degree in social work at New York University, with interests in cognitive and dialectical behavioral therapies. Samarah holds a bachelor’s degree in neuroscience & behavior from Vassar College and was a four-year college athlete. Currently building a personal yoga practice, she aims to use the mind/body connection to bring mindfulness-based practices to her work…
Office Manager
Jan Bartel joined the practice in October 2019, with over 15 years experience in office management. As City Center Psychotherapy's Office Manager, Jan is responsible for all billing services and office procedures. She prides herself on ensuring outstanding customer service with every client.
Patient Care Administrator
As the Patient Care Administrator, Stephanie Kaplan helps to guide potential clients in understanding the expertise of City Center Psychotherapy's therapists and works to find the best fit between client and therapist. Prior to joining the practice Stephanie worked in higher education administration for ten years.
