Michelle Perna, MSW, LICSW

Posted on August 22nd, 2022 by Jim Somers

Michelle received her master’s degree in clinical social work from Simmons University and earned a bachelor’s degree in psychology from the University of Rhode Island. She is licensed by the state of Massachusetts as a licensed independent clinical social worker (LICSW). Prior to joining New England Academy, Michelle worked as a trauma specialist in a public […]

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Jennifer Lansdon, MSW, LICSW

Posted on August 22nd, 2022 by Jim Somers

Jennifer received her master’s degree in clinical social work from California State University-Long Beach and earned a bachelor’s degree in psychology from Northeastern University. She is licensed by the states of Massachusetts and California as a licensed independent clinical social worker (LICSW). Prior to joining New England Academy, Jennifer worked as a school-based clinician for […]

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Lauren Rushton, MSW, LICSW

Posted on August 11th, 2022 by John Vogus

Lauren is licensed by the state of Massachusetts as a licensed independent clinical social worker (LICSW) with a decade of experience supporting adolescents in various settings. She holds a bachelor’s in psychology from Boston University and a Master of Social Work from Boston College, with expertise in DBT, CBT, and trauma-informed care. Lauren is licensed […]

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Ray Crossman, M.Ed.

Posted on August 11th, 2022 by John Vogus

Ray has his Master’s in Education from LeMoyne College, N.Y. Ray came to NEA after 20+ years of teaching special education in public schools. He has taught at various grade levels and subject areas, including several years of social studies instruction. Since at NEA, Ray has worked as a high school tutorial teacher, using his […]

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Haley Boudreau, B.A.

Posted on August 11th, 2022 by John Vogus

Haley is an experienced science and special education teacher with several years as an inclusion teacher, department chair, and curriculum lead. Her passion is making science accessible and fun for all students by incorporating projects and hands-on learning experiences. Haley completed her BA in Psychology from the University of New England and is completing her […]

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Rebecca Snow, M.Ed, LMHC

Posted on July 19th, 2021 by John Vogus

Rebecca is a Massachusetts Licensed Mental Health Counselor. Rebecca received her master’s degree in School Counseling from Boston University and her mental health counseling licensure from Salem State University. She has many years of experience working with children and adolescents in private practice and a variety of clinical settings.

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Eric Benvin, MAT

Posted on July 19th, 2021 by John Vogus

Eric is an experienced science teacher with over 10-years of teaching Biology and Zoology. Eric has participated in the AMGEN Biotechnology experience at Harvard and brings advanced science techniques to the classroom. He is a proponent of hands-on activities that help enable students to apply what they are learning to the real world. Eric has […]

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Cecelia Tuttle, MSW, LCSW

Posted on December 2nd, 2020 by John Vogus

Cecelia received her master’s degree in clinical social work from Salem State University and has her bachelor’s degree in social work from Salem State. She is a licensed clinical social worker in the state of Massachusetts. Cecelia previously worked in child welfare supporting families and individuals undergoing challenging life experiences. She has experience working in […]

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John Gray, M.Ed.

Posted on October 26th, 2020 by John Vogus

John has been teaching special education and history in the Boston Public Schools for the past 5-years. He has extensive special education teaching experience. John received his Masters in Education from University of Massachusetts, Boston and his undergraduate degree from Suffolk in History and Business. Additionally, he has led both Mock Trial and Model U.N.

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Rachel Longenecker, M.S., LMHC, ATR

Posted on October 23rd, 2019 by John Vogus

Rachel received her master’s degree in art therapy and mental health counseling from Springfield College. She is a licensed mental health counselor. Before joining New England Academy as an art therapist, she gained experience in a wide variety of settings that include community based in-home therapy, an outpatient center for adults with traumatic brain injury, […]

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