Nicky Treadway
Program Director – St. Lucie County Support Groups & Grief Therapist
Nicky is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in Private Practice in Port St Lucie, Florida. Her practice, Anchors Aweigh Counseling, specializes in Maternal Mental Health and often utilizes elements of Adventure Therapy to help women grow through various phases of healing. Nicky’s practice involves helping clients in the office and out of the office in individual and group settings. AS a clinician, her experience is varied. From working with senior care and substance abuse to holding a plethora of administration roles. Her passion currently resides in helping women and families. Nicky believes that everyone’s path is sacred and different. She is an advocate of holding safe healing spaces and deep listening. Rituals are woven into every session and she believes in proceeding delicately into the sacred space of a therapy session.
You can reach Nicky at
Anchor’s Aweigh Counseling
(561) 315-4841
Brian Berger
Dad’s Grief Groups and Workshops & Grief Therapist
Brian Berger is the owner of Affirming Words Counseling in Palm City, FL, a therapy practice specialized in serving the unique needs of men and their families. He firmly believes that all people have the power and the ability to heal themselves. He believes his clients know themselves best and thus within possess the tools needed to make dynamic life changes. He has a passion for narrative therapy, story, poetry, creative writing and music. He has firsthand experience with the heartbreak of pregnancy loss and know the pain, confusion, fears, and obstacles that result from enduring such a life-altering trauma. He views therapy as a collaborative and sacred process that is built on the foundations of openness, trust, and safety.
You can reach Brian at
Affirming Words
(973) 204-4100
Susana Lopez-Sierra
Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Certified Holistic Coach
Susana Lopez-Sierra, LCSW is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Certified Holistic Coach serving the Treasure Coast and Palm Beach area for over 16 years. She is the owner of Sierra Life Coaching LLC.
Susana earned her Bachelor Degree in Social Work in 1997 from Kean University NJ, a Master Degree in Social Work at Barry University, Fl in 2010, She also holds Dual Coaching Certificates from the Holistic Coach Training Institute and The Fowler International Academy of Professional Coaching.
She is a proud member of the Florida National Association of Social Workers and has served as a Board Member, representing Treasure Coast, Fl counties for 6 years.
In her work she has supported clients with navigating the complex healthcare system, provided counseling to individuals with chronic illness, through grief and loss and through life transitions. She specializes in crisis intervention, counseling, mindfulness practice, self-care and caregiver well-being.
Serving with compassion she has found it a privilege and honor to serve clients many roles including Healthy Start Case Manager and Group Facilitator, Hospital Case Manager, Hospice Social Worker, Children and Family Counselor, Community Outreach worker, Health Educator/Advocate, Senior Living Advisor, Caregiver Counselor and Care Manager.
Susana enjoys long walks on the beach and spending time with friends and family. She lives in the beautiful city of Port St Lucie with her loving husband and son.
You can Reach Susana at 561-373-0880
Dr. Christina McGrath-Fair
Licensed Mental Health Counselor
Christina McGrath Fair, PhD (she/her) is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in private practice in Palm City, FL. Her practice, GentleWave Counseling, specializes in the areas of LGBTQ+ issues, sexual wellness, and women’s issues. She has clinical experience in community mental health and college counseling. Christina believes that working together we can discover the meaning and purpose in our lives and not feel so isolated in our pain.
You can reach Christina at 772-410-4619