Dr. Joseph Galasso, PsyD

Dr. Joseph Galasso, PsyD

Chief Executive Officer

Chief Executive Officer

Dr. Joseph Galasso holds a Doctoral Degree in Clinical Psychology and is licensed to practice in New York and New Jersey. His areas of expertise include psychological assessment and treatment, sport psychology, clinical and organizational consultation, and organizational development.

Dr. Joseph Galasso holds a Doctoral Degree in Clinical Psychology and is licensed to practice in New York and New Jersey. His areas of expertise include psychological assessment and treatment, sport psychology, clinical and organizational consultation, and organizational development.

Dr. Galasso owns and operates Baker Street Behavioral Health & The COR Behavioral Group with offices located throughout New Jersey and a growing telehealth presence throughout the greater United States. These practices provide integrated behavioral health services for children, teens, adults, and families. Specifically, Dr. Galasso has developed internationally recognized and adopted athletic programs for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Dr. Galasso provides ongoing consultation, training, and coaching services to individuals, families, professional and amateur athletes, teams, corporations, and schools. He and his team has and continues to provide consultation to professional sports teams in the NBA, NHL, MLS, NWSL, and WNBA. He has a proven track record for providing assistance with pre-draft selection profiles to assist teams in their selection.

Dr. Adeola Sonaike, PhD, MPH, CHES

Dr. Adeola Sonaike, PhD, MPH, CHES

Chief Operating Officer

Chief Operating Officer

Dr. Adeola Sonaike is an epidemiologist and public health practitioner. With over a decade of experience as a Health Executive, she has led numerous efforts in the development and implementation of public health initiatives and population health services for individuals with complex care and special health care needs through research, advocacy, program development and community engagement.

Dr. Adeola Sonaike is an epidemiologist and public health practitioner. With over a decade of experience as a Health Executive, she has led numerous efforts in the development and implementation of public health initiatives and population health services for individuals with complex care and special health care needs through research, advocacy, program development and community engagement. She is a founding Board of Director for Epilepsy Alliance America and the Board Chair of the Health Leadership Legacy Project.

Dr. Sonaike also serves as an advisor for multiple advisory councils in the pharmaceutical industry and the academic research sector. As an epidemiologist, she has led pandemic response and organizational cohesion efforts in the non-profit sector, the corporate sector and for professional sports.

Dr. Sonaike is an Adjunct Professor at Rowan University, Glassboro, NJ, in the College of Biomedical Science and Health Promotion. She received her PhD in Public Health-Epidemiology from Walden University, based in Minneapolis, MN. She also received a Master’s Degree in Public Health from Walden University, and her Bachelor’s Degree in Biological Sciences from Rutgers University, based in NJ.

She completed a fellowship as a Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Culture of Health Leader where she strengthened her skillsets in Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, and in Organizational Change. Dr. Sonaike’s areas of expertise include public health, epidemiology, health policy, chronic disease prevention, intellectual and developmental disabilities, and neuroepidemiology.

Christopher Williams

Christopher Williams

Chief People Officer

Chief People Officer

Christopher Williams is a seasoned Organizational Development and Human Resource Management professional with over 20 years of experience driving transformational growth through people-first strategies. Holding a Master’s degree in Industrial-Organizational Psychology, Christopher is recognized for his ability to align talent initiatives with business goals to build agile, high-performing organizations.

Throughout his career, Christopher has partnered with both privately held and publicly traded companies across diverse industries, bringing deep insight and adaptability to every engagement. His core areas of expertise include talent development, strategic planning, leadership assessments, change management, and organizational effectiveness.

Christopher has a distinguished track record of helping organizations attract, develop, and retain top talent through customized, data-driven strategies. He is known for designing and implementing scalable solutions that improve employee engagement, build leadership capability, and foster inclusive workplace cultures.

As a trusted consultant, trainer, facilitator, and executive coach, Christopher delivers tailored solutions to corporations, nonprofits, educational institutions, and individual leaders. His hands-on, collaborative approach empowers teams and leaders to navigate complexity, embrace change, and achieve lasting performance improvements.

Driven by a passion for people and performance, Christopher continues to elevate the practice of organizational development by combining psychological insight with practical business acumen.

Christopher assumes the role of Chief People Officer, guiding the company’s people strategy to support long-term innovation, growth, and organizational sustainability through strategic talent leadership.

Dr. Carrie Ditzel, PhD

Dr. Carrie Ditzel, PhD

Director, Clinical Health Psychology & Geropsychology

Director, Clinical Health Psychology & Geropsychology

Dr. Carrie Ditzel holds a Doctoral Degree in Clinical Psychology from the California School of Professional Psychology in San Diego, CA. She is licensed to practice in New York and New Jersey and is a Certified Clinical Telemental Health Provider. Dr. Ditzel specializes in geropsychology and treating the impact of medical conditions on mental health.

Dr. Carrie Ditzel holds a Doctoral Degree in Clinical Psychology from the California School of Professional Psychology in San Diego, CA. She is licensed to practice in New York and New Jersey and is a Certified Clinical Telemental Health Provider. Dr. Ditzel specializes in geropsychology and treating the impact of medical conditions on mental health.

Dr. Ditzel is a practicing psychologist and clinical manager at Baker Street Behavioral Health, a multidisciplinary behavioral health clinic providing services across the lifespan. Prior to joining Baker Street, Dr. Ditzel had a 12-year tenure as a Clinical Director for CHE Behavioral Health where she oversaw the clinical operations for over 50 mental health providers treating patients in skilled nursing and long-term care settings throughout NJ.

Additionally, Dr. Ditzel stayed in the field treating patients throughout her tenure in long term care settings and provided education and training to front line staff on mental health issues. Early in her career, she served as a Licensed Psychologist at South Beach Psychiatric Center in Staten Island, NY and completed her pre and post- doctoral training within psychiatric hospital settings.

Dr. Ditzel has an active, warm, and personalized approach to treatment that incorporates evidenced based therapies to help patients feel relief from their symptoms while building skills and insights that can be used in everyday life. Dr. Ditzel is a busy working mother of two young children. She is a proud wife to her husband, who also serves on the frontlines of healthcare and is a first responder.

Dr. Jen Ajosa

Dr. Jen Ajosa

Director, Neuropsychology & Assessment

Director, Neuropsychology & Assessment

Dr. Jennifer Ajosa holds licensure as a psychologist in the State of New Jersey and is a certified school psychologist in both New Jersey and Pennsylvania. She earned a Bachelor’s degree in Developmental Psychology with a minor in Criminal Justice from the University of Pittsburgh. Subsequently, she obtained a Master of Science degree in Child Psychology and a Doctorate degree in School Psychology from Duquesne University. With over ten years of professional experience working with children, families, adolescents, and adults, Dr. Ajosa employs a holistic approach to address the individualized needs of each client. Her area of specialization includes comprehensive psychological assessments to determine the underlying causes of presenting issues.

Dr. Ajosa is committed to continuous professional growth and development to ensure the delivery of optimal care. She regularly engages in professional development activities to expand her knowledge base and treatment modalities. These efforts enable her to establish rapport with clients, creating a comfortable therapeutic environment, particularly during sensitive periods. Dr. Ajosa currently serves as a supervisor for doctoral candidates and licensure-seeking individuals. She leads the Neuropsychological and Assessment Department at Baker Street Behavioral Health, facilitating the assessment and therapy processes for families and practitioners.

Dr. Jen was recognized as a NJ Favorite Kids Doc in 2024. She is PSYPACT Psychologist which extends her practice to individuals across many states. Dr. Jen is also a Certified Autism Spectrum Disorder Clinical Specialist, which is a certification for clinicians who have completed specialized training and meet certain requirements related to working with individuals on the autism spectrum.

Dr. Daria Luongo, PsyD, LPC

Dr. Daria Luongo, PsyD, LPC

Director, Supervision and Training

Director, Supervision and Training

Dr. Daria Luongo, Psy.D., LPC is a post-doctoral fellow and Licensed Professional Counselor specializing in the treatment of depression, anxiety, stress and personality related disorders. Dr. Luongo is a doctoral graduate of CalSouthern University and currently fulfills the role as Baker Street’s Manager of Clinical Biofeedback Services.

Dr. Daria Luongo, Psy.D., LPC is a post-doctoral fellow and Licensed Professional Counselor specializing in the treatment of depression, anxiety, stress and personality related disorders. Dr. Luongo is a doctoral graduate of CalSouthern University and currently fulfills the role as Baker Street’s Manager of Clinical Biofeedback Services.

Biofeedback is a modality that Dr. Luongo provides for personal injury clients who suffer from post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). In addition to Biofeedback and outside the realm of personal injury, Dr. Luongo provides traditional therapy with the approach of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) and Person-centered therapy. Her specialties include overcoming challenges of mood disorders, improving coping skills and rebuilding healthy relationships.

Dr. Luongo facilitates a welcoming, safe, and non-judgmental environment to explore client concerns, goals, personal growth and confidence. She has experience working with adults, teens, children and families in Partial Hospitalization Programs and Intensive Outpatient Programs. She continues to work with all ages throughout the lifespan. Dr. Luongo’s main motivation and goal is to implement evidence-based techniques in supporting her clients to live a happy and satisfying life outside of the therapy setting.

Melissa Parrish, LAC

Melissa Parrish, LAC

Director, Clinical Operations

Director, Clinical Operations

Melissa Parrish, LAC, received her Master’s Degree in Counseling from Montclair State University, and she has worked clinically with children, families, and adults within hospitals and community-based mental health programs.

As Director of Telehealth Services, Parrish directly oversees all 32 of Baker Street’s telehealth practices across the USA. Her expertise in program development and strategic organizational growth will help build an effective, scalable telehealth network as the company expands to all 50 states.

Kimberly Aiello, MSOT, MSHS-IHW

Kimberly Aiello, MSOT, MSHS-IHW

Director, Occupational Therapy

Director, Occupational Therapy

Kim Aiello graduated from Misericordia University in 2005 with a bachelor’s degree in psychology and a master’s degree in occupational therapy.

Kim Aiello graduated from Misericordia University in 2005 with a bachelor’s degree in psychology and a master’s degree in occupational therapy. She has worked primarily in pediatrics in a variety of settings including schools, early intervention, hospital, outpatient, and academia. Kim oversees the growing occupational therapy program at Baker Street Behavioral Health.

Dr. Brendan Guarino, PsyD

Dr. Brendan Guarino, PsyD

Director, Guardians for Guardians First Responders Program

Director, Guardians for Guardians First Responders Program

Dr. Brendan Guarino, PsyD, holds a Doctoral Degree in Counseling Psychology from Felician University in Lodi, NJ. Licensed in both New Jersey and New York, Dr. Guarino is also certified under the Psychology Interjurisdictional Compact (PSYPACT), allowing him to provide services across multiple states.

Dr. Guarino’s specialization lies in the treatment of first responders and athletes, populations that often face unique and challenging mental health issues. With a deep understanding of the pressures and trauma experienced by these individuals, he effectively addresses a wide variety of complex issues including stress management, anxiety, life transitions, and the struggle to regain one’s own identity.

His clinical expertise is backed by extensive hands-on experience. Dr. Guarino completed his pre-doctoral training at Hackensack University Medical Center, where he honed his skills in a high-paced medical environment. He further enriched his professional trajectory with a pre and post-doctoral internship at the Center for Anxiety in New York. In addition to his clinical practice, Dr. Guarino serves as an Associate Professor at Felician University. In this role, he contributes to the academic community by sharing his wealth of knowledge and experience with the next generation of mental health professionals.

Dr. Guarino is a firm believer in the transformative power of the therapeutic relationship. His client-centered approach emphasizes collaboration, ensuring that interventions are tailored to meet the specific needs of each individual. His therapeutic approach is grounded in evidence-based modalities, particularly Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). These frameworks allow him to offer structured, yet flexible treatment plans that adapt to the evolving needs of his clients.