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TEAM
Through support, education, and personal connections, we aspire to offer growth, confidence, independence, wellness and resilience by using a strengths based perspective for adults, children and adolescents who are experiencing challenges with personal relationships, low self esteem or difficulty advocating and asserting themselves in a healthy manner.
Meet The Team
Lori Bonsignore, MSW, LICSW
Lori is an independent licensed clinical social worker who has worked in various sectors of the mental health field. She received a Bachelor’s degree from the University of Massachusetts in Psychology, then later continued her education to receive a Master’s degree in Social Work from Boston University.
Lori has dedicated a large amount of her research and clinical interest in personality disorders, childhood sexual abuse, trauma bonding and the effects of dysfunctional families. Lori was also a special needs advocate volunteer at one time, educating families who could not afford lawyers or costly advice, but needed their voices heard to obtain services for their children. She has always had a special place in her heart for children on the Autism Spectrum and the family struggles that accompany children with disabilities.
Lori has a strong interest in assertiveness training and is very motivated to work with those who have struggles with speaking up for themselves, codependency, confidence and boundary setting. She continues to support clients who have been victimized by narcissistic abuse and trauma, and those in the process of tumultuous separation and divorce.
In addition to a private mental health practice of her own, Ms. Bonsignore is currently working in the field of criminal justice.
Francesca Pasciuto Cunningham,MSW, LCSW
Francesca is a licensed clinical social worker and a school adjustment counselor who is currently working towards her independent social work licensure. Francesca received her bachelor's degree at the University of New Hampshire in psychology. Later, she continued her education at Boston University receiving her masters in social work along with a specialization in trauma and violence.
Francesca has worked closely with dozens of children as an adjustment counselor providing clinical support in multiple school districts in Massachusetts as well as working with children in animal assisted therapy with horses & working alongside therapy dogs in group homes. In addition, she has also worked at an outpatient mental health facility as a traveling clinician to provide care and mental health services in the comfort of their homes.
In these settings, Francesca has experience with various age groups such as veterans, adults, seniors, young children and adolescents. She continues to pursue her interest in working with animals to help children in the educational setting. Previously, she has worked with her school’s student resource officer to coordinate counseling sessions with the school’s therapy dog. Francesca continues to provide education to the students and staff of the importance of how animals can help aid stress & anxiety. She also hopes to pursue a certification in animal assisted therapy, TFCBT and CBT.
When Francesca is not at the school or helping clients through the center, you could find her on the beach with a good book, horseback riding or with her emotional support dog, Oakley.
Liliana, MSW
Lil is our educational specialist and one of our top mentor/sponsors. She obtained her Bachelors of Arts degree at Merrimack college majoring in psychology and Womens Studies; then continued her education at Cambridge College receiving her Masters degree in Social Work. For almost 2 decades Liliana’s focus in the social work and educational field has been dedicated to working with struggling families, trauma, special education, addiction as well as many other challenges. She is certified in trauma sensitive counseling. Lil knows first hand how trauma effects a person, as well as a whole family, and brings her expertise and skills to those trapped in narcissistic relationships or those struggling to get through a toxic divorce.
Liliana is also a newly mother to a beautiful little girl who she dedicates her love and life to.
Cindy Certified, MA
DIRECTOR OF ADMINISTRATION
Cindy is our director of administration. She is educated in the medical field working with both humans and animal health as a certified medical technician.
Cindy is a strong advocate for women’s health and encourages emotional well-being as the foundation to excellent physical health. She has a real passion for animal therapy and emotional support pets.
Cindy is also one of our top mentor/sponsors for those women going through intense, traumatic separation or divorce. Having gone through the process recently, Cindy understands what it’s like to feel alone, not validated and unheard. She has fiirst hand experience and knowledge on the process and knows how to educate and support those dealing with irrational partners as well as attorneys who won’t listen or help. With kindness and patience, Cindy will guide you and assist with boundary setting and asserting your needs even at your most frustrating and vulnerable times.
OUR PROGRAMS
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SUPPORT GROUP SESSIONS
Peer support and validation in a safe and confidential environment with women who share similar struggles: those in the process of trying to leave their abuser, those who have left recently or those who are contemplating leaving.
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INDIVIDUAL COUNSELING
For those needing individual support we offer 30 minute sessions or 50 minute sessions both in person or virtually, with a licensed clinical social worker or mental health clinician.
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SPONSORSHIP PROGRAM
In addition to peer and individual support, for those who are just starting their journey and are needing extra support away from the group, we can provide a sponsor. These are woman who have been through the process, know what you are experiencing and will assist you during your hardest, most vulnerable times.
START YOUR JOURNEY TO EMPOWERMENT!
1. CHILDREN’S EMPOWERMENT GROUPS
2. CHILDREN’S ANGER MANAGEMENT GROUPS
3. SENIOR ENGAGEMENT GROUP
4. CHILDREN’S GRIEF & LOSS SUPPORT GROUP
5. SENIOR ACTIVE MEMORY GROUP
6. MINDFULNESS GROUP
* All participants are pre-screened prior to joining our group sessions.
CONTACT US FOR MORE INFORMATION
Email us at thecenter.fge@gmail.com