Meet Our

Therapists

Each brings their own way of listening, their own gift for seeing what matters most.

Dandelion Wellness Staff standing behind a white railing against a beige wall.
Kim, therapist at Dandelion Wellness West Islip NYKim, therapist at Dandelion Wellness West Islip NY
Introduction

Kim Callahan

LCSW Clinical Director & Founder

As the founder of Dandelion Wellness Counseling, I'm so glad you're here!

Licensed in New York, South Carolina, and Florida, Kim brings years of experience to understanding the complexities of your life. She creates a space where you can be honest about your struggles and discover the clarity you need to move forward.

Samantha Perkins

LCSW & Clinical Supervisor

Welcome! I’m Samantha, a licensed Master of Social Work, and I’m here to support you on your journey toward healing, self-discovery, and growth.

Samantha Perkins

Brianne Dorney

LCSW

Brianne is a compassionate and experienced therapist with a Master’s Degree in Social Work from Stony Brook University.

Brianne Dorney

Jeremy Schwartz

LMSW

Welcome! I’m so glad you’re here! I’m Jeremy, a Licensed Master of Social Work and I’m here to support you on your journey toward self-discovery, self-confidence and growth.

Jeremy Schwartz

Christina Chodkowski

LMSW

Welcome! I'm Christina, a Licensed Master of Social Worker (LMSW), as an empathetic and non-judgmental therapist, I’m here to support you in navigating life’s challenges with a compassionate, understanding approach.

Christina Chodkowski

Gianessa Franco

Administrative Support Staff

Welcome! I’m Gianessa, and I’m excited to be part of the team at Dandelion Wellness Counseling. I strive to create a warm, welcoming, and supportive environment for every client from their very first interaction with our practice.

Gianessa Franco

We're hiring!

We are always looking for compassionate, dedicated, and authentic therapists to join our growing team in West Islip and online. If you are passionate about helping others plant roots and bloom, you might be exactly who we’re looking for.