Meet The Team


Gail Wilson, LCPC, ACS
Gail Wilson is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor who received her Master's degree from Loyola College in 1986 and has been practicing for over 40 years. She also received her Grief Educator Certificate in 2021. Gail welcomes adults to the "therapeutic club" who need a safe haven to share stressors, grief, challenges, depression, aging, and trauma. She works to create a safe and validating environment to help others explore themselves. Gail feels that it is an honor and privilege to walk with others in the pilgrimage to promote healthier lifestyles and coping skills for themselves.
Gail is also a Board-Certified Supervisor who provides clinical supervision hours to Master's Level Interns and Graduate Level Counselors. Gail currently accepts most major insurance and is available to meet in the Perry Hall Office. Please call for availability.
For direct contact, please email Gail at gwilson@renewalcounseling.com

Casey Bennett, M.S., LCPC
Clinical Director
Casey is a compassionate listener who is here to provide support and guidance to individuals so they can have healthy, fulfilling lives. Casey uses a person-centered-approach. Casey strives to understand your point of view and take a non-judgmental stance. Casey has experience working with clients with anxiety, depression, marital conflict, divorce, life transitions/stress, ADHD, and more.
Casey primarily works with young adults to help them overcome feelings of depression, anxiety, inadequacies, perfectionism, and shame. Casey helps clients learn ways to be more connected to others.
Casey is available to meet in the Perry Hall office. Please feel free to contact Casey directly at cbennett@renewalcounseling.com with any questions.


Gwen Trader, LSCW-C
Gwen Trader received her Master’s Degree in clinical social work from the University of MD. She has experience in outpatient & inpatient mental health settings. Her practice includes counseling & psychotherapy with adults, couples and group therapy. Gwen Trader, MSW, is available to meet in the Perry Hall office and accepts most major insurances. Please call for availability.

Jessica Donovan, LCPC
Jessica Donovan is from Boston, Massachusetts, but has resided in Baltimore, Maryland since 2009.  She is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) who obtained her masters in counseling psychology, from Loyola University Baltimore, in 2011. She earned her bachelor’s of science from the College of the Holy Cross, in Massachusetts, with a double major in Psychology and Anthropology. She has extensive experience providing individual and family therapy sessions, working with all age ranges including children/adolescents, and their families, young adults and beyond.
Since 2011, Ms. Donovan has worked as a therapist at several residential treatment centers (RTC) for children and adolescents who have experienced significant traumas and has also conducted disability evaluation reports for Disability Determination Services, at Good Samaritan Hospital.  Additionally, she has experience working within the Baltimore School system, as a school-based therapist, providing in-house treatment, as well as implementing various programs, and facilitating with 504 Plans and IEPs.
 Ms. Donovan’s clinical focuses include, but are not limited to: ADHD symptom management, Anger Management, Assertiveness/Boundary setting, Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Concerns about Sexuality and Gender, Coping Skills, Depression, Anxiety and other Mood Disorders, disruptive classroom behavior and academic difficulties, Grief, Peer or Family Conflicts, Self-Esteem, Social Skills, Trauma and 504 Plan and IEP consultation. She utilizes evidence-based practices, such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Humanistic Psychology principles to help her clients process traumas, develop their identity, problem solve and learn coping skills. She is available to meet at the Perry Hall office . Please call the office for availability.
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Rachel Prezzano, LCPC
Rachel is a licensed clinical professional counselor and earned her Masters Degree in Counseling Psychology at Loyola University in 2017. She has worked in outpatient mental health services for the past nine years. Rachel’s clinical focus has included addressing life stress/transitions, depression, anxiety, PTSD, relationship conflict and rebuilding, communication, and self-esteem. Rachel utilizes a holistic approach that has also incorporated physical and spiritual health with clients who value these aspects in their own life. She currently treats clients ages 16+ as well as couples.
Rachel Prezzano, LCPC, is available to meet in the Perry Hall and Bel Air offices and accepts most insurances. Please call for availability.

David Ehrlich, LCPC,CCTP, ACS
David Ehrlich received his Masters degree in Applied Psychology from the University of Baltimore, in 2008. He began his career at Harbel Prevention and Recovery, a substance abuse program, starting an Intensive Outpatient Program. He has been with Renewal Counseling since 2017. David has obtained his Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP) Certificate, which signifies a commitment to working with people dealing with the lasting effects of trauma. David is also an Approved Clinical Supervisor (ACS) of LGPC therapists and interns.
David’s approach to therapy will be tailored to you and uses an eclectic approach to therapy that includes Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Person-Centered Therapy, and Trauma-informed Therapy. In order for therapy to be successful with anyone, the therapist must create a safe, judgement-free, space for the client to be able to openly share their thoughts and feelings. David is here to listen to you, move at your pace, and help you manage the parts of your life that you currently find unmanageable. He has experience working with people who have been diagnosed with ADHD, Depression, Anxiety, PTSD, and more.
For direct contact, please email David at dehrlich@renewalcounseling.com


Patrice O'Donnell, LCPC
Patrice O’Donnell is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) who provides direct counseling to children, adolescents and teenagers, and emerging adults. Patrice is dedicated to working with clients who struggle with depression, anxiety, ADHD, family issues, identity development, and trauma. Patrice guides clients to develop both insight and effective coping skills to improve stress tolerance and emotional regulation.
Originally from New York, Patrice has lived in Baltimore since 2015. Patrice received her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Loyola University Maryland in 2019 and her Master of Science in Clinical Professional Counseling from her alma mater in 2021. Additionally, Patrice became a Certified Trauma Professional (CTP) in 2022. Patrice’s theoretical orientation is built to help each client by using evidence-based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment (ACT), play therapy, and trauma informed care. Patrice is available to see clients at the Perry Hall office and accepts most major insurances, with the exception of Medical Assistance. Please call the office for availability.

Lisa Connolly-Bailey, LCSW-C
Lisa has over 35 years’ experience in the Social Work field starting with the Chronically Mentally Ill adults, to children, adolescents, foster care and Private Practice. Lisa currently works with individual adults and couples to help each person find the root causes of their struggles in order to help each person build a better understanding of themselves and why we “do what we do”. To build on that understanding a love an appreciation of that person and who they are. She draws from a traditional Psychotherapy and body-based background as well as an Alternative background such as Healing Touch and is a Certified NET Practitioner Neuro Emotional Technique. Trauma is rooted first in the physiology and getting to the original source through the body is important in helping to manage the triggers and in turn our emotional Responses to those triggers/people around us for resolution. We have all that we need to heal if we learn to listen.
Lisa is available to see clients at the Bel Air Office, please call for availability.


Haley Wilson, LGPC
Haley Wilson is a dedicated Licensed Graduate Professional Counselor who specializes in a holistic approach to mental health. With a career rooted in a deep understanding of psychology, she employs a combination of person-centered therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) to address her clients' diverse needs.
Haley’s academic journey began at Chestnut Hill College in Philadelphia, PA, where she earned her Bachelor's degree in Psychology in 2014. Driven by a passion for understanding the intricacies of human behavior and mental processes, she continued her education at the University of Baltimore, obtaining her Master's degree in Applied Psychology in 2022.
In her practice, Haley emphasizes a person-centered therapy approach, a method that prioritizes the client's perspective and fosters a non-judgmental, empathetic therapeutic environment. This approach aligns with her belief in the inherent potential of individuals to achieve personal growth and self-fulfillment.
Additionally, Haley integrates cognitive behavioral therapy into her practice. CBT is a well-established approach that focuses on identifying and altering negative thought patterns and behaviors. By helping clients develop practical strategies to cope with challenges, Haley aims to empower them to make lasting changes and improve their overall well-being.
Through her holistic methodology, Haley combines these therapeutic modalities to address the whole person, not just the symptoms of their difficulties. Her approach is grounded in the belief that each individual possesses the capacity for healing and growth, supported by a tailored and empathetic therapeutic process.
Haley's commitment to her clients' mental health and her comprehensive skill set make her a compassionate and effective counselor, dedicated to fostering meaningful and positive change in the lives of those she serves.
Haley is currently available to meet with clients virtually via telehealth or in person at our Perry Hall or Belair office locations for individual therapy for those 10 years old and above. Please call the office or email for availability.

Jayyidah Clarke, LCSW-C
Jayyidah is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker- Clinical who received her Master’s in Social Work from New York University. Jayyidah has over 10 years’ experience working in the behavioral health field. She believes that each of us hold the capacity to utilize our personal creativity to resolve life’s challenges. Through this creative process, we collaborate to work towards developing new insights that inform change. Jayyidah believes treatment is most effective when we not only observe the challenges, symptoms or problems but also assess your strengths. She believes that life brings us opportunities to see ourselves more clearly through that with which we struggle. Jayyidah has experience working with trauma. Jayyidah uses mindfulness-based practices and incorporate this in treatment when clinically appropriate. Jayyidah also utilizes EBP, CBT, and play therapy as needed with children and adolescents.
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Jayyidah is available to meet in the Bel Air office. Please call for availability.


Lauren, Meier, LCSW-C
Lauren Meier is an LCSW-C who received her master’s in Social work from the University of Maryland School of social work in 2014. Lauren has had several years of experience working with children and adults of all ages, backgrounds, and cultures and enjoys working with a wide range of therapeutic interventions to assist clients in improving their daily lives. Lauren mainly specializes in trauma, anxiety, self-care, stress management, major life transitions, and grief. Her philosophy on therapy is very person centered. Lauren finds it important to start where the client is, and allowing them to achieve their goals by helping them identify what is most important to them, helping them feel more empowered, and assist them in gaining more control over their own lives. Lauren accept most major insurances and are currently seeing clients in the Perry Hall/Nottingham location.

Courtnee Wright, LCSW-C
Courtnee received her master’s in social work and is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. She has been working in the mental health field since 2013. Courtnee has familiarity working with clients who struggle with various illnesses including but not limited to anxiety, depression, trauma, bipolar disorder, grief, low self-esteem, life transitions, communication conflicts, and marital conflicts. She has completed a trauma certificate program and is trained in Eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR). Courtnee believes in creating a comfortable atmosphere and allowing clients to express themselves at their own pace. She believes in the importance of a strong, healthy therapeutic relationship and how it is essential to treatment. She enjoys working with female adolescents ages from 15 and older, and adult males ages from 18 and older. A few treatment techniques she uses are: Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution Focused Therapy, Mindfulness techniques, Trauma Informed Care, Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing, and Strength-Based Therapy. Courtnee Wright, LCSW-C, is available to meet virtually via telehealth. Please call for availability.
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For direct contact, please email Courtnee at cwright@renewalcounseling.com


Lois Sheeler, LSCW-C
Lois Sheeler is passionate about connecting with clients, and creating a safe, supportive space where clients can reflect and be curious. Using a strengths-based, solution-focused model, she works collaboratively and respectfully to help her clients make positive changes. She has a Master of Social Work from University of Maryland and has been working as a therapist at Renewal Counseling for 30 years. She has specialized training in trauma, couples work, gerontology, foster care and adoption, and parenting education. She works with adults specializing in adjustment issues, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, parenting, (including foster care and adoption), grief, spiritual issues, trauma, and attachment. She also works with couples, using an evidence-based model to improve relationships, and she works with families. She works with the parents of small children, believing that the parent, with some coaching, can effect positive and lasting changes for the child. She has a Judeo-Christian worldview and is comfortable having faith-based conversations if the client wants. She is married, has 5 children and 3 grandchildren and is a former foster parent.

Dr. Robert Rivera
Dr. Rivera is a Licensed Clinical and School Psychologist who brings to you over 20 years of experience working with children, adolescents, adults and families. His approach is down to earth, uses an array of modalities to benefit you, and for your convenience he utilizes Telehealth. Modalities he applies include but are not limited to CBT, psychodynamic, DBT, Behavioral/ABA, and ACT. Dr. Rivera is also a Licensed School Psychologist who offers consultation and advocacy for IEPs and 504Plans. Likewise, he provides psychological testing for children, adolescents, and adults. Testing is provided for ages 3 and up, which includes ADHD, Depression, Anxiety, Autism, Bipolar, Behavioral Disorders, and Personality Disorders.
Dr. Rivera is available to meet, Telehealth only, and accepts all insurances, excluding Medicaid. Please call the office for availability.


Robert Castle, LCPC
Robert (Bob) Castle holds degrees from Hobart College, the University of Baltimore, and Loyola University Maryland, where he obtained his Master of Science degree in counseling psychology. He currently provides individual therapy services at Renewal Counseling Center for depression, anxiety, O.C.D. and other mood dysregulation conditions. He also helps individuals develop coping skills for the stress of major life transitions, partner-family relationship difficulties, and long-term recovery from substance use disorders. When relevant to a client’s needs, he feels comfortably equipped to assist those who wish to integrate their mental/emotional healing with their Christian faith or any other faith tradition. Bob is a Board–Approved clinical supervisor for LGPCs and is active in various networks of therapists including the LCPCM professional association in Maryland. He currently provides services via teletherapy for people residing in the greater Baltimore metro area. Please call for availability.

Martha Miller, LCSW-C
Martha Miller received her MSW from UCLA in 1980. Since then she has been working as a therapist in outpatient mental health settings with adults, adolescents, children and their families. More recently her practice has shifted from children and adolescents to adults with trauma histories, both childhood and as adults. She has been trained and is experienced with EMDR for the treatment of trauma. In addition, she has a special interest working with clients who wish to integrate their emotional healing with their Christian faith. Ms. Miller has memberships in the International Society for the Study of Trauma and Dissociation, EMDRIA, and the Greater Washington Society for Clinical Social Work. Martha Miller is not accepting new clients at this time.


Sarah Abril, Clinician-in-Training
Sarah Abril is a clinician-in-training from Loyola University Maryland. She is dedicated to understanding and addressing the diverse needs of her clients. Sarah is excited to provide a warm and empathic environment where clients can feel heard and be empowered to elicit the change they feel they need in their lives. Sarah encourages clients to bring all aspects of their identity into the therapeutic space, as she appreciates how beliefs and values can serve as a strength in her client’s lives.
Working from a primarily person-centered approach, Sarah seeks to build genuine connections with her clients and provide compassion and unconditional support. Sarah’s goal is to work collaboratively with clients and assist them in gaining a deeper understanding of themselves through collaboration and providing unconditional support. Some of Sarah’s clinical interests include life transitions, self-esteem, identity development, ADHD, relationship issues, depression, anxiety, and other experiences.
Originally from Florida, Sarah has lived in Baltimore since 2019. Sarah received her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Loyola University Maryland in 2023. In her free time, she enjoys being outdoors and engaging in activities that bring her joy, like playing with her cat, water coloring, and spending time with family and friends.

Keith Wise, Clinician-in-Training
Keith is a clinician-in-training from Loyola University Maryland. He is most interested in counseling teenagers, emerging adults, and adults. He appreciates the multicultural differences that each client brings into the therapeutic space.
In the fall of 2017, Keith graduated from the University of Maryland, College Park with a B.A. in English Literature and Language. Since the fall of 2019, Keith has served as a middle school English Language Arts teacher in Baltimore County Public Schools. His primary goal as an educator has been to provide culturally responsive instruction and to create a classroom community that allows all students regardless of race, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, and political views to feel safe, respected, and celebrated. He plans to carry this person-centered approach into his role as a counselor.
In addition to earning his secondary teaching certification, in the spring of 2023, Keith graduated with his 200-hour Yoga Teacher Certification from Razz Yoga in Phoenix, MD. Through an integrative, holistic counseling practice that draws upon elements of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Keith plans to emphasize mindfulness and the mind-body connection. Not only is he interested in assisting others become better communicators so that they can clearly express their needs, but he also hopes to support people in developing healthier relationships with themselves so that they may carry their authentic light into the world. In his free time, Keith loves reading, being outdoors, practicing yoga, and spending time with his family and friends.
