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  • Leadership Team

    Ingrid Ponciano, LCMFT

    Ingrid Ponciano, LCMFT

    (Not accepting new clients at the moment) Ingrid Ponciano is the Director of Ponciano counseling and Wellness. She is a Licensed Clinical Marriage and Family Therapist licensed in Maryland. She obtained her Master’s degree in Couples and Family Therapy from Drexel University in Philadelphia, PA. She received her Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from the University […]
    Stephany Ponciano, LCPC–Clinical Supervisor

    Stephany Ponciano, LCPC–Clinical Supervisor

    Hi, I’m Stephany! I know sometimes it is hard to be a young adult trying to fulfill all the expectations we face.  Many times it’s been difficult to function when your feelings are weighing you down. Those dreaded thoughts, the knot in your stomach, the everlasting doubt you have about yourself.  Constantly worrying about others judging […]

    PCW Clinical Team

    Gabrielle Hadorn, LCMFT

    Gabrielle Hadorn, LCMFT

    Hi, I’m Gabrielle! I am a Licensed Clinical Marriage and Family Therapist in the state of Maryland. I completed my Master’s degree in Family Sciences with an emphasis in Couple and Family Therapy at the University of Kentucky and earned my Bachelor’s degree in Psychology at the University of Georgia.  Since joining this field, I […]
    Brianna Shuman, LCMFT

    Brianna Shuman, LCMFT

    Brianna Shuman is a Marriage and Family Therapist. She obtained her master’s degree in Marriage and Family Counseling/Therapy at Capella University. Brianna has a bachelor’s degree in Sociology from Shepherd University, where she worked closely with the LGBTQ+ community and discovered a passion for helping others help themselves. In 2015, Ms. Shuman worked at the […]
    Kelli Dixon, LGMFT

    Kelli Dixon, LGMFT

    Hi! I’m Kelli Dixon, and I graduated with my Master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from Capella University.  I earned my bachelor’s degree from Utah State University in psychology with a minor in sociology in 2017. During my undergrad, I had the opportunity to work alongside professionals at a clinic for children with a […]
    Amanda Cornaglia LGPC

    Amanda Cornaglia LGPC

    Hello! I’m Amanda Cornaglia and I am a clinical intern, completing my master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling through Hodges University, graduating at the end of 2022. I earned my B.A. in Asian Studies, with a focus on Japanese and Chinese language and culture, from Hamilton College in 2001. Since then, I have worked […]
    Shelly Thompson, LGPC

    Shelly Thompson, LGPC

    My name is Shelly Thompson and I am a Licensed Graduate Professional Counselor under the supervision of Ingrid Ponciano LCMFT. I earned my Master of Science in mental health counseling from McDaniel College in 2022, and my Bachelor of Science in Psychology from St. Mary’s College of Maryland in 2017. I also completed a year-long […]
    Hannah Diaz, LGPC

    Hannah Diaz, LGPC

    Hi! I am Hannah Vickery and I am a Licensed Graduate Professional Counselor in Maryland under the supervision of Ingrid Ponciano, LCMFT. I earned my M.S. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Hood College. I also earned a certificate in Thanatology, which is the study of death and dying.  I earned my B.S. in Psychology […]
    Kalina Simeonova, LGPC

    Kalina Simeonova, LGPC

    Hello, I’m Kalina! I place great importance on making therapy a collaborative experience, and I seek feedback from clients on their experience of different approaches used so that we can find what works best for you. My therapeutic practice is eclectic, and I tend to draw from person-centered, attachment-based, strengths-based, and cognitive behavioral approaches. Through […]
    Madolyn Henline, LGPC

    Madolyn Henline, LGPC

    Hi! My name is Madolyn Henline, and I am a Licensed Graduate ProfessionalCounselor. I am currently under the supervision of Stephany Ponciano, LCPC. After seeing the positive effects of counseling on those around me growing up, I wanted to become one of the many people with the privilege to help those around me. I’m compassionate, […]
    Omnia Salem, LGPC

    Omnia Salem, LGPC

    Hello! My name is Omnia Salem, and I am a Licensed Graduate Professional Counselor under the supervision of Stephany Guevara Ponciano, LCPC. I earned an M.S. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and a B.A. in Psychology, with minors in Social Work and Business Management from Hood College. I have over 5 years of experience working […]

    Administrative Team

    Rosario Roque, MS

    Rosario Roque, MS

    Greetings! My name is Rosario Roque, and I am an Intake Coordinator at Vertex Counseling and Wellness and Wellness. I am a passionate (UX) User Experience Designer with a master’s degree in human-centered computing and a bachelor’s degree in psychology from the University of Maryland, Baltimore County (UMBC). My approach is centered on clear and concise communication. […]