Meet Our Team

Janine Heinis, LPC, NCC - Executive Director​
Janine is the Founder and Executive Director of Practical Therapy Network (PTN.) She a Licensed Professional Counselor and a Nationally Certified Counselor. She received her Master’s degree in Counseling and Human Development from Montclair State University. Over the past decade, Janine has worked with clients in hospital, residential, partial, outpatient and in-home settings. With a diverse background in working with children and adults, Janine started PTN to meet the needs of both, including family work. Janine has brought on therapists with a variety of treatment modalities, certifications and experiences in order to meet the needs of the clients. Janine and the PTN team look forward to continuing providing the very best treatment to the individuals we serve. 
Denissie Santana, LPC, NCC – Intensive In-Home Clinical Supervisor​
​Denissie Santana is a Licensed Professional Counselor in New Jersey. Denissie earned her Master’s Degree in Counseling from Montclair State University. Denissie is a nationally certified counselor. Denissie has been working as an Intensive In-Community Counselor for the past 6 years. Denissie enjoys working with individuals of all ages. Denissie works from a collaborative, strength-based approach. She has experience working with depression, anxiety, self-injurious behavior, ADHD, ODD, ASD, grief, anger, eating disorders, and trauma. Modalities used in treatment may include play therapy, CBT, and psychodynamic therapy. In her spare time, she enjoys hiking, painting, and advocating for animal rights.
Danielle Krueger, LSW – Outpatient Therapist
​Danielle is a Licensed Social Worker (LSW) in the State of New Jersey. Danielle received her Masters in Social Work (MSW) from Fordham University with a concentration in clinical social work and her Bachelors in Social Work (BSW) from Georgian Court University. Her experience comprises working with adults, couples, families, young adults, teens, LGTB-Q, children, and adolescents. Danielle’s professional experience includes working in addiction treatment as a primary therapist with substance use disorders, in addition to co-occurring diagnoses. Danielle continues to work as an individual therapist, and an intensive in community clinician with children and youth referred through the State of New Jersey in need of intensive therapy. Her knowledge includes working with youth presenting with immediate behavioral issues, trauma, ADHD, anxiety, anger, grief, school performance, and mental health issues.  Danielle believes in a client-centered approach with a primary focus on a therapeutic alliance. She feels strongly about a holistic method, by including mindfulness approaches guided meditations in session. Danielle incorporates Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Solution Focused Therapy as she believes in a multi-disciplinary approach. The journey of healing and embracing vulnerability is not always an easy road, and as a therapist, she considers it indeed a privilege to be a part of this process with all her clients.  
Kelly Bossard, LCSW – Outpatient Therapist

​Kelly earned her master's degree in Social Work from Columbia University with a concentration in Advanced Clinical Practice in the field of Contemporary Social Issues. She creates a supportive and judgement-free environment that promotes relief from troubling symptoms associated with depression, anxiety, PTSD, and other conditions. She specializes in the field of trauma and is a level-2 EMDR therapist. She uses a “person in the environment” lens and a holistic, strengths-based approach based on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and other evidence-based practices. She has helped clients cope with trauma from their childhood traumas, intimate partner violence, divorce, and many other stressful life events.
Shelby Somers, LSW – Outpatient Therapist
Shelby Somers is a Licensed Social Worker (LSW) with experience working in private practice settings. She received her Masters in Social Work from Rutgers University. Shelby utilizes a biological and neurological approach to understanding the source of behaviors. Shelby is an LGBTQ+ affirming therapist and has experience working with children, teens, and adults. She believes that we do not exist in a vacuum and that our mental, emotional, and physical selves are intertwined. As a result, her approach to therapy seeks to focus on the person in their environment and the impact that our environment can have on our mental health. She will work to find an approach that works for you rather than you fitting into an approach.
Robin Ivey, LSW – Outpatient Therapist
 Robin is a Licensed Social Worker (LSW) in New Jersey. She earned her bachelor’s degree in Community Mental Health and Psychology, and Her Master’s Degree in Social work from Ramapo College in New Jersey. Robin has experience working with people suffering from stress, anxiety, self-esteem issues, past trauma and domestic violence, attachment disorder in adults, and children and teens. She uses her over 20 years of experience in providing Mindfulness, Stress reduction methods, and Mind-body connection therapy to make interventions a soothing and educational experience. Robin has a Humanistic approach; she strongly believes the relationship between client and therapist is the key to success, and is strengthened through collaborative effort, mutual trust, building confidence, and inspiring optimism to reach goals. 

Malorie Winerman, LAC – Outpatient Therapist

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Malorie is a Licensed Associate Counselor, Clinical Art Therapist, and Certified Trauma Professional. Malorie offers sessions in Creative Arts Therapy, Somatic Counseling, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Psychotherapy, and Remote Telehealth Therapy. Malorie specializes in integrating various treatment modalities to help children/adolescents, adults and seniors improve their mental health and wellbeing.  She works collaboratively with her clients to find the approach that best fits their needs. Malorie is also a strong advocate for individuals with all types of “abilities” and skilled at working with clients from diverse backgrounds and cultures. She believes in fostering a strong therapeutic relationship built on trust, mutual respect, and unconditional positive regard. Malorie is compassionate, patient, and believes everyone can make positive changes in their life. She is passionate about helping individuals through all phases and stages of their lives with dignity and respect.
Denise Codan, LSW – Outpatient Therapist
Denise holds a Masters degree in Social Work from Montclair State University, where she also earned her Bachelor's degree in Psychology. Specializing in children and families, Denise has a strong background in assisting adolescents and adults with co-occurring substance and mental health disorders. Her passion lies in supporting individuals of all ages who are navigating anxiety, depression, loss, and substance recovery. With a keen understanding of the mind-body connection, Denise brings a holistic approach to her practice. As a certified personal trainer and group fitness instructor, she integrates evidence-based practices to best meet each client's needs. Empathetic and understanding, Denise collaborates with clients to utilize their inner resources for problem-solving, fostering growth and empowerment along their journey to wellness.