Welcome to CEH

Damien is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and Licensed Clinical Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LCADC) with over 8 years of experience. He is also licensed in Pennsylvania as well as New York. He holds a Board-Certified Diplomate in Clinical Social Work (BCD) from the American Board of Clinical Social Work. Recently, Damien has received his certification in Perinatal Mental Health (PMH-C) from Postpartum Support International (PSI). Damien completed his bachelor’s in Social Work from The Catholic University of America, followed by receiving his Master of Social Work from Howard University, with membership in the Golden Key International Honors Society. Damien specializes in individual psychotherapy working with kids, teens, adults and geriatrics. He also provides therapy for families and couples. Damien’s areas of expertise, but not limited to, are depression, anxiety, mood disorders, grief/loss, trauma, adhd, perinatal mental health and substance abuse. He also experienced with those who have difficulty adjusting to medical aliments, such as COPD, diabetes and other medical conditions.

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                Damien has experience in both inpatient and outpatient settings for both mental health and substance abuse, ages ranging from adolescents to older adults. Damien also has extensive experience working as a crisis clinician in an Emergency Room, which enables him to accurately assess any risk factors that require immediate medical attention.

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                Damien believes that building and developing a strong relationship and connection with his clients is the most effective tool in the process of therapy. His interest in the overall well-being of a client’s mental health is important, but also their physical health as well. This process helps establish trust and help to evolve in the healing process. 

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                Damien is a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP), a Certified Grief Counseling Specialist (CGCS) and a Clinical Supervisor for those LSW’s and LAC’s seeking their licensure hours. He has memberships in the National Association of Social Workers (NASW), Academy of Certified Social Workers (ACSW), Postpartum Support International (PSI) and NAADAC, the Association for Addiction Professionals. Damien is also a member of the American Academy of Experts in Traumatic Stress (AAETS). He also holds a SiFi certification from Rutgers University.