Dr. Eugene Stefanelli is a board certified diplomate in Clinical Psychotherapy, a nationally certified Psychologist and a clinical member of the American Association of Marriage and Family Therapists. Dr. Stefanelli has earned a Ph.D. in Psychology & Family Therapy, Ed.S. in Marriage & Family Therapy, a masters degree in Personality Psychology, and a masters degree in Behavioral Science.

He provides onsite consultation to PBA members as well as referral services for addictions, rehabilitations, mental health and other mental health related issues. He specializes in addictions, P.T.S.D., Anxiety and Depression. To contact Dr. Stefanelli call 973-768-5300.

Dr. Anastasia Pytal is a licensed psychologist and former law enforcement officer. She is Board Certified in Police and Public Safety Psychology and is a Diplomate in Police Psychology by the Society for Police and Criminal Psychology. Her area of professional interest and expertise is working with police officers and their loved ones on issues pertaining to trauma, depression, anxiety, and officer wellness. She does training for local, county and federal law enforcement agencies. Dr. Pytal is proud to a founding member and mental health liaison for Survivors of Blue Suicide. She is trained to perform Psychological Autopsies. Dr. Pytal received her Hostage Negotiation Certification in 2022.

Areas of specialty:

• Trauma
• Anxiety
• Depression
• Threat Management
• Psychological Autopsy
• Police Suicide
• Line of Duty Death
• Critical Incident Stress Debriefings
• Hostage Negotiation and Crisis Intervention

Additional Information:

• I am out of network
• I do work with Workers’ Compensation companies

Anastasia (Stacy) Pytal, Psy.D., ABPP
Board Certified in Police and Public Safety Psychology
Diplomate in Police Psychology – SPCP
NJ #5288 / NY #020326
helpingfirstresponders.com

39 E. Main Street, 2nd Floor
Little Falls, NJ 07424
Office (973) 454-5569
Fax (973) 785-4819

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Ange Puig, Ph.D. earned his undergraduate degree in Business Administration from Iona College in 1967. He obtained his doctoral degree in psychology from Columbia University in 1979. Dr. Puig became licensed in New Jersey in 1984.

Dr. Puig holds memberships in the N.J.P.A. and A.P.A. Division for Traumatic Stress and has a Certificate of Proficiency in the Assessment and Treatment of Alcohol and other psychoactive substances.

Dr. Puig is the former board president for both the Prevention Plus Burlington County Drug and Alcohol Council and the Mental Health Association of Southwestern New Jersey. He has submitted an Amicus Brief on PTSD and Police Accidental Injury to the NJ Supreme Court and served as a member on Acting Governor Codey’s Mental Health Task Force in 2005.

With a professional background in Mindfulness, Clinical Hypnosis, and Solution Focused treatments, he has provided seminars to a variety of agencies and groups addressing issues such as: Stress, Sleep issues and Chronic pain.

He has provided consultation, supervision and training for several South Jersey programs involving children, foster care children, families and staff. He has provided professional services to SAMHSA as well as critical incident stress debriefing services to a variety of local, state and national groups and psychological services for adults with intellectual disabilities. He has been a guest lecturer on various radio/television programs, college forums and has provided professional training seminars on a local and national basis.

His practice specialties focus on areas such as assessment of parenting capacity, clinical supervision, trauma specific therapeutic intervention, assessment and treatment of sex-offenders, violence proneness risk assessments and psychological services for law enforcement agencies.

In his professional career of 40 years, the practice approach has incorporated Solution Focus Treatment, Ericksonian approaches, and Mindfulness as a clinical resource with an appreciation for culture, diversity and creativity within the individual.

Reflecting upon my 40 some years of professional practice, it is difficult to capture the sum of those experiences and, in many or few words, my best efforts to capture my life and professional learnings is that the roots stem from Ericksonian Therapy and Act and Acceptance Therapy approaches by which I strive to be pragmatic, innovative, and client-centered in my collaborative dialogues between myself as the clinician and clients thus stressing resource discovery and the development of Psychological Wellbeing.

Ange Puig, Ph.D.
Licensed Psychologist
NJ-35SI00180800 / PA-PS003738L

PUIG ASSOCIATES, PA
TIN 22-3403992
1060 Kings Highway, North – Suite 311, Cherry Hill, New Jersey 08034
Office: (856) 482-1650 Direct: (856) 482-7744
Fax: (856) 390-4145
drpuig7532@mail.com
www.angepuig.com

Rachel Korenblit, LCSW is a New Jersey therapist specializing in treating first responders. Rachel partners with her clients to navigate the complex, and sometimes painful, obstacles on their life journeys. She has extensive training in trauma treatments and modern psychoanalysis, allowing her to approach each client individually, integrating trauma techniques into the therapy work (i.e. IFS and EMDR). In addition to her private practice, Rachel leads a team of clinicians treating NJ first responders in recovery from substance and alcohol use at Full Recovery Wellness Center and facilitates a national virtual support group, Warrior Talk, for military and first responders. Rachel is a passionate advocate for enhancing policy to promote and protect first responders seeking mental health treatment.

www.rachelkorenblitlcsw.com
(201) 679-3843
RachelKorenblitLCSW@gmail.com
Location: Zoom or 845 Bloomfield Ave, Suite 1, Clifton, NJ 07012

Tricia Maliszewski is an LPC, a New Jersey based licensed therapist. She specializes in trauma, substance abuse, mood disorders, and first responder treatment. Each client is granted a specialized and focused approach regarding their reasons for seeking therapy. Her clinical foundation includes psychoanalysis, trauma informed care, Internal Family Systems, and CBT. Her previous work experience includes providing services at inpatient and outpatient facilities, as well as the county jail. She currently conducts services via telehealth through her private practice. In addition to seeing private clients, she also works at an outpatient facility that provides substance abuse and mental health treatment to the first responder population.

Tricia Maliszewski LPC
Telehealth Therapy
TAM Counseling LLC
www.triciamlpc.com
973-602-7002
tamcounselingllc@gmail.com

Ana Pais is a Board Certified Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Certified First Responder Counselor (CFRC), and a trained Eye Movement and Desensitization (EMDR) therapist. Ana has over ten years of experience working in the mental health/substance abuse field. Ana got her start working in halfway houses, state prisons, and county jails. She is now the owner of Frontline Counseling Center where she treats first responders and/or family members for various mental health concerns. Ana serves as a consultant/clinician at Full Recovery Wellness Center a substance abuse IOP program in New Jersey and she is a wellness support staff member for Survivors of Blue Suicide an organization that provides support to family/coworkers who have been affected by the loss of a loved one by suicide. Ana has also participated in various speaking engagements on officer mental health/suicide prevention.

Her areas of specialty include trauma, depression, anxiety, adverse life events, occupational stress injuries, and substance abuse.

www.frontlinecounselingcenter.com

Ana Pais,LPC, NCC, CFRC, CCTP
123 N. Union Street Ste. 302
Cranford, NJ 07016
(908) 292-8017
info@frontlinecounselingcenter.com
www.frontlinecounselingcenter.com

Larissa Mason is a clinical expert in understanding and treating trauma. She is a professional instructor for NJ State and maintains a thriving clinical practice. Currently working with clients throughout the USA and overseas, Larissa Mason focuses on areas including neurodivergent learning and responses as well as complex trauma resiliency and recovery, for both the impacted individual as well as their partner and families. Focus on professional mental health and individual resiliency regarding law enforcement and first responder stressor is emphasized. She helps individuals and families understand and work through the stressors that challenge them so they may lead healthier and happier lives.

Through her career, Ms. Mason was a supervisor at an adult partial care program for the severely mentally ill where she created and implemented the first clinical trauma track as a way to expound on the connection between trauma and mental health and offer appropriate support. Ms. Mason then supervised the county-wide sexual assault response program for Cape May County where she directed the county’s response to interpersonal violence, both domestic violence and sexual assault. There she worked to create pediatric guidelines for responding to childhood survivors of abuse. Ms. Mason also taught clinical work on the graduate level for Rutgers University and is a published author in the Encyclopedia of Sexual Violence.

Larissa Brewster, LCSW
PO Box 247
Linwood, NJ 08221
(609) 226-2164
larissahope@gmail.com

Esther Kuffour is a board-certified psychiatric-mental health nurse practitioner in New Jersey who specializes in treating First responders and clients across the lifespan with various mental health, substance use, Trauma, and behavioral issues. She is passionate about her work and treats clients with respect and dignity. Esther uses an Evidence-based, culturally sensitive, and client-centered approach with her clients. She listens to your needs and works with you to create a personalized care plan that addresses your needs more effectively. The client will also feel respected as care is based on patient-centered care.

Area of Specialties and Expertise

• First Responders
• Trauma, PTSD, ADHD
• Addiction and Substance Use
• Anxiety, Stress, Anger Grief, and Panic attacks
• Bipolar Disorder, Borderline Personality (BPD)and Mood Disorders
• Depression and Suicidal ideation
• Emotional Disturbance, Impulse Control Disorders, Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
• Oppositional Defiance (ODD), Personality Disorders
• Psychosis
• Sleep or Insomnia, Eating Disorders
• Genetesting and etc

Additional information: In network with most commercial insurance

• Aetna
• Blue Cross, Blue Shield, BlueCross and BlueShield
• Cigna and Evernorth
• Empire BlueCross BlueShield
• Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield
• Optum
• Oscar Health
• Oxford
• UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
• Many more and Out of Network

www.lightwoodmentalhealth.com

Esther A. Kuffour, MSN, ARNP, PMHNP-BC
Psychiatric-mental health nurse practitioner
LIGHTWOOD MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES
100 Matawan Road, Suite 325 31063
Matawan, NJ, 07747
Email: lightwoodmhss@outlook.com
Phone: 732-702-3030
Fax: 732-402-6280
Website: www.lightwoodmentalhealth.com
NPI#1831826494

Dr. Salvatore G. Savatta received his Bachelor of Arts degree in Economics from New York University, graduated from New York University School of Medicine in 2001 and completed his M.S. in Biostatistics Clinical Research Methods at Columbia University’s Mailman School of Public Health in 2005. Dr. Savatta has previously served as Director of Inpatient Psychiatry at New York Methodist Hospital, Medical Director of TMS Centers of America and both Deputy Chair and Interim Chair of Psychiatry at Trinitas Regional Medical Center.

Dr. Savatta completed his Psychiatry Residency at St. Vincent’s Catholic Medical Center and completed a Forensic Psychiatry Fellowship at University of Pittsburgh Medical Center – Western Psychiatric Institute and Clinic. Dr. Savatta is Board Certified in both Adult Psychiatry and Forensic Psychiatry. He has tailored his clinical practice to focus on “difficult to treat” depression, and often includes the implementation of NeuroModulation techniques such as TMS, Esketamine, and Electroconvulsive Therapy* (ECT) when clinically appropriate.

Labyrinth Psychiatry Group
11 Commerce Drive
Lobby Floor
Cranford, NJ 07016
Phone: (908) 676-7769

Patrick Moran is a PBA Delegate for Berkeley Heights PBA 144 Union County, NJ. He has been with the Peer program since the start of the QPR (Question, Persuade, Refer) Cop2Cop training. Navigating our PBA members with their health-related issues and dedicated to protecting his brothers and sisters’ rights.

Most recently he received his certification in Assisting Individuals in Crisis and Group Crisis Intervention.

Erica Hoffman is an active Officer with the Atlantic Highlands Police Department in Monmouth County. Erica is also the delegate for the AHPD, serving Local 242 proudly since being inducted in 2022. Prior to joining the AHPD in 2020, Erica was an Officer with the New York City Police department. Before beginning her career as a police officer, Erica worked in the field of mental health and addiction, working as a Counselor for several years. Erica is honored to serve her department and to assist her fellow officers in blue whenever they need support.

Anthony has worked for the Emerson Police Department in Emerson, NJ since 2011 and is assigned to the Patrol Division. He has represented the Pascack Valley PBA Local 206 as their State Delegate since 2018. In 2014 after receiving certification from the International Critical Incident Stress Foundation, Anthony helped start a Critical Incident Stress Management Team for his Local, offering a safe and discreet way for the members of his Local and surrounding Locals to debrief after a tough call or get help that they may need. He is proud to be a member of the NJSPBA Peer Team and can be reached at any time.

My name is William J. Comerro, I am employed by Montclair State Police Department for the past 18 years. I’m a member of PBA Local 278 where I have held the title of Treasurer prior to serving as Delegate for the past 14 years. I am currently the Chair of the Passaic County Conference, President of the State Law Enforcement Unit, and serve on the NJSPBA’s Executive Board. I am the Co-Chair of the Collective Bargaining Committee for the last 6 years and have served on the committee for about 13 years. I am a member of such Committee’s as By Laws, Membership, PAC, Cigar, Shield, Convention, and Peer Response Team. I have been fortunate enough in my career to help many of our brothers and sisters in their time of need and guide them in the right direction. Committing myself to other in a core belief of mine, and I take pride in helping others. If you need to talk or assistance with anything in your life, please reach out to me anytime you need to.

I am Wesley C. Panckeri, currently employed by the Monroe Township Police Department for the past 21 years and have held the positions of Trustee & Vice President for my local and now State Delegate for the last 8 years. I am the current Chairman of the Middlesex / Somerset PBA County Conference and a committee member for LPP, Collective Negotiations, Sports/Special Events, the PAC, and the Peer Response Team. Through my life experiences and my effort to keep my brothers & sisters safe, I am definitely someone who understands a lot of personal and professional situations and is willing to listen and give advice when needed.

Pat is an Officer with the Mercer County Sheriff’s Office since 2001 where he spent the majority of his career in the patrol and K-9 units. He has served as Local 187’s Delegate since 2007, and has served on several committees such as the Collective Bargaining, Judiciary, Legislative, and Political Action Committees. He has also been the chairman of the Sheriff’s Committee for the past several years, and the Mercer County Conference Chairman since 2017. Pat is a proud member of the NJSPBA’s Peer Response Team and takes pride in helping other officers. He can be reached at any time.

Roselle Park Union County
Officer since 2008
Delegate since 2011
On peer team, new delegates, bylaws and scholarship committee.

Hello everyone,
My name is Anthony Dellatacoma, and I am thrilled to join this peer group. I am in my 20th year of law enforcement, 15 years with my current department in Middletown, New Jersey. I am entering my 11th year at the State Delegate for Middletown PBA 124. I serve as a detective in the Crime Scene Unit at Middletown Police Department, where my responsibilities are to document and preserve all scenes for evidential purposes. In this role, we work as a team putting all the pieces together to solve crimes. Teamwork is crucial to getting the job done. Prior to law enforcement I worked in the Financial Retirement Department with Prudential in Newark, NJ.

Outside of my professional life, I enjoy watching my kid’s sports events, classic automobiles and playing ice hockey, which help me maintain a balanced and fulfilling lifestyle. I am also actively involved in volunteering around my town, promoting our PBAs commitment to our community. I am looking forward to working with such a talented and diverse group of individuals, and I look forward to learning from each of you as we share our knowledge and experiences.

Thank you for the opportunity to introduce myself, and I am eager to connect and work together.

Father John McCrone has served as chaplain for the New Jersey State PBA for over 25 years, including the peer support network since its inception.

Serving as a chaplain involves providing spiritual and emotional support to officers, staff, and their families. This role includes offering counseling, leading prayer and worship services, and being present during critical incidents to offer comfort and guidance.

In addition, a chaplain helps officers navigate the stress and trauma associated with their duties, promoting mental health and resilience. By fostering a sense of community and offering a compassionate presence, the chaplain supports the well-being of law enforcement personnel, helping them to maintain their integrity, morale, and overall sense of purpose in their challenging roles.

A spiritual component of recovery is essential for law enforcement officers healing from trauma, as it provides a foundation for emotional and psychological resilience.

Spirituality can offer a sense of peace and understanding, helping officers process their experiences and find meaning in the aftermath of traumatic events. Engaging in spiritual practices, such as prayer, meditation, or connecting with a faith community, can create a supportive environment where officers feel understood and less isolated. This spiritual engagement fosters hope, forgiveness, and acceptance, which are critical for overcoming the emotional scars of trauma.

Ultimately, the spiritual component of recovery can empower law enforcement officers to rebuild their lives with renewed purpose and strength.

He is available to a member of the PBA at any time and can be reached at 201-707-2678 or at jmccrone@aol.com.