Rosalind Ceasar, DHS, LCPC, NCC
Executive Director
Education: M.A. Human Services Counseling, Regent University; Certificate of Advanced Study in Psychology, Loyola University in Maryland; Doctorate in Human Services, Walden University.
I see my role as the Executive Director as that of the mechanic whose job it is to ensure that all the parts of a racecar function properly so that drivers race well and do not crash on the track; and so my goal is to create the structures which support an efficient but warm work environment, so that our counselors can bring their best professional selves to the individuals and families we serve.
I have almost fifteen years’ experience as a counselor working with youth and families; I started and managed a youth services bureau for a municipality for almost seven years; and I have run a solo private practice for the past five years. In my free time, I enjoy reading, exercising, and hanging out with people.
Susan Fetcho, Ph. D., LCPC, NCC, ACS
Clinical Director
Education: M.S. in Pastoral Counseling, Loyola University in Maryland; Ph. D. in Counselor Education and Supervision, University of the Cumberlands
I have been at Lighthouse “this time” for 18 years. Long ago, I was an intern at Lighthouse, and although I left to pursue other career opportunities over the past 30+ years, Lighthouse was always in my heart – it’s just that kind of place, with that kind of people. As Clinical Director, my goals are to make Lighthouse a welcoming place for both clients and counselors; to make sure staff and interns feel valued, appreciated, and supported in their professional development, and to make sure clients are treated with kindness, respect, and the best, most effective counseling available. As a counselor, I enjoy working with couples and families, as well as with individual adults. I have extensive training and experience in working with adult survivors of childhood trauma, and families affected by a loved one’s addiction. My approach to counseling is integrative, grounded in psychodynamic theory, while incorporating interventions from solution-focused, mindfulness, CBT, EMDR, narrative, problem-solving, person-centered, communication theory and other schools of thought, as the clients’ needs and interests dictate. In addition to my work at Lighthouse, I am a counselor educator at a local university. When I’m not working, I enjoy reading, especially memoirs; family vacations; attending live music shows; and spending time in the company of dogs.
Donna Schafer, LCPC, NCC, BC-TMH
Clinical Supervisor
Education: M.S. in Pastoral Counseling, Loyola University in Maryland
My experience as a mother, teacher, and grandmother has led me to an interest in family counseling. I have a continuing passion for helping children, adolescents and parents through the challenges and stages of life. I use family therapy, play, art, CBT, EMDR, and grief therapy. Lighthouse has provided me with the ideal clientele for me to help the population I most want to help. There is always new training available, and it is exciting to keep up to date with the changes and challenges in the field, so I frequently hone and expand my skills with a variety of trainings. My role as a clinical supervisor enables me to continue teaching and guiding future counselors as they enrich my experience at the same time.
I am a world traveler and plan to continue my travels, exploring the world and the interesting people I meet along the way. My favorite trips include my children and grandchildren.
Emmanuel Acquaye, LCPC, NCC
Staff Counselor
Education: M.S. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Loyola University in Maryland
I offer holistic, person-centered psychotherapy to people of all ages, backgrounds, and identities, with a wealth of transferable skills acquired during my academic achievements and counseling experience. I am adept at forming robust working partnerships across the board. I am respectful and non-judgmental, and passionate about social justice. As a holistic and spiritually integrated mental health professional, I bring compassion, empathy, and flexibility into my counseling practice. I enjoy working with adolescents and adults, using CBT, Motivational Interviewing, EMDR, and person-centered approaches. I help my clients navigate depression, peer relationships, behavioral concerns, self-esteem, life transitions, loss and grief, and spiritual concerns. In my spare time, I enjoy gardening; cooking; listening to music, especially country, contemporary gospel, and R & B; and learning new things about different parts of the world.
Katherine Ardeleanu, LCPC
Staff Counselor
Education: M.S. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Johns Hopkins University; current Ph.D. candidate in Public Health, Drexel University
I enjoy using techniques from Internal Family Systems and polyvagal theory to help clients understand the simple processes that drive their complex challenges. I have a strong social justice orientation, so I look at individual issues through a wider systems lens to understand how larger issues, such as discrimination and power dynamics, affect clients’ wellbeing. I am also passionate about expanding access and quality of mental health services and ensuring that everyone is able to get the services they need. This led to my decision to return to school to learn how to do just that, so I am currently pursuing a PhD in Public Health at Drexel University. I hope to work with individuals and groups that have been under-resourced, to connect them with culturally appropriate mental health services.
In my spare time, I love to bake and go out salsa dancing! I also have three cats who frequently like to join in on telehealth sessions. It’s like getting four therapists for the price of one!
Jane Sieglein, LGPC
Staff Counselor
Education: M.A. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Liberty University
I enjoy working with children, adolescents, couples, and families dealing with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, life challenges, and behavioral concerns. I incorporate a variety of experiences from my background in the fields of health, wellness, and education into my counseling practice. My focus is marriage and family counseling. I have completed the Gottman Training Certification which includes research-based assessments and interventions for couples. By using compassion-focused, person-centered techniques I work with clients to create a toolkit of coping skills and techniques to empower children, adolescents and the family unit to navigate difficult situations and thrive. I use cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and a strengths-based approach to support my clients’ goals towards mental health. I am comfortable with Child Centered Play-Therapy and have received training in these techniques.
Outside of counseling, I enjoy working out, yoga, hiking, and traveling with my family. I bring to my counseling the experience of a 36-year marriage and the life skills developed from having raised three children. My personal values include being a good listener, honest, self-reflective, positive, and empathetic.
Nell Winer-Menikheim, LCPC
Staff Counselor, Together Project Coordinator
Education: M.A. in Counseling Psychology, Towson University
At my core, I am a person-centered therapist who believes that clients know the answer to their problems and simply need a therapist who can facilitate their process. I use psychodynamic and Internal Family Systems theories to support clients in gaining insight into the parts of themselves that have helped them to survive, shifting from a critical to a compassionate view of themselves. I am a multiculturally responsive therapist who recognizes the importance of viewing the client from a holistic framework. I believe you cannot separate the person from their environment, and work to recognize the various social, economic, and political factors that have brought the client to therapy.
I am passionate about working with children across various developmental stages and being a support person during these critical years. I work from a Non-Directive Play Therapy model, providing the child with the freedom of the playroom to express themselves in a way that meets their developmental needs. I recognize the importance of including the family in the child’s therapeutic journey and regularly connect with the grownups in the child’s life to collaborate on how to best support the child(ren).
Outside of being a therapist, I love to lift weights, hike, and spend time with my family.
Arthur Caesar
Clinical Intern
Pursing M.A. in Counseling Psychology, Towson University
I’m a clinical intern at Lighthouse, with a particular interest in working with individuals, couples, and families from diverse social identities. I approach the therapeutic space with the understanding that each person has unique experiences that have shaped their perception of the world around them, and that those experiences do not disappear once we are in session. I believe it is our responsibility as therapists to work with you, the client, to create safe and brave spaces that allow dialogue on difficult subjects while maintaining an empathetic, judgement-free environment. I am eclectic in my practice, utilizing a variety of techniques that include play therapy techniques, person-centered theory, and cognitive behavioral therapy, all through a trauma-informed lens. Going through therapy can be challenging, but please know that I am here to support you through the journey with unconditional, compassionate care.
I thoroughly enjoy reading manga, playing tabletop/video games, and watching anime and movies with my wife. I love attending conventions, building models/legos and visiting bookstores. I especially enjoy a good food outing with friends and exploring the Maryland area.