Harford Counseling & Pebble’s Throw Consulting
Jennifer Redding, LCSW-C
Executive Director & Owner
Jennifer “Jenn” Redding, LCSW-C has been working in the fields of mental health and addiction for 25+ years. She obtained her Bachelor of Arts Degree in Psychology from Randolph-Macon College in Ashland, Virginia and her Master of Social Work Degree from Virginia Commonwealth University in Richmond, Virginia. Jenn is a Board Registered and Approved Supervisor for Social Work and an Approved Drug and Alcohol Supervisor.
Jenn has worked in a variety of clinical settings across the continuum of behavioral health care, including inpatient, outpatient, crisis, non-profit and the public sector. While Jenn has a broad clinical experience-base, her specialization has focused around working with individuals impacted by trauma and/or substance use.
Jenn is a nationally recognized presenter and facilitator who specializes in the provision of training and consultation for organizations interested in utilizing a trauma-informed approach. Jenn is passionate about creating a safe place and the tools for individuals and families to live their best lives, while strengthening resilience.
Jenn created Harford Counseling in July 2009 as a way to provide quality, evidence-based treatment to those impacted by mental health issues, substance use, and/or trauma.
Nancy Piccicuto, LCSW-C
Clinical Director
With more than 12 years of experience in the mental health field, Nancy is a trauma-informed clinician working with clients who may be experiencing anxiety, depression, grief, stress, or family and relationship difficulties.
Nancy has extensive experience working with individuals, families, and caregivers coping with cancer diagnoses, treatment, and survivorship. She also offers Couples Communication Rescue: For couples looking to strengthen, repair, and grow in their relationship.
Nancy approaches therapy from the perspective that the relationship between the therapist and client is the key to success. She creates a non-judgmental, collaborative, and comfortable environment in which clients may discover their personal path toward growth and healing. Though therapy is serious work, she incorporates creativity and humor into each session.
Nancy earned a Bachelor of Science Degree in Psychology from Towson University and a Master’s Degree in Social Work from Salisbury University. Nancy is a board approved supervisor for social workers and counselors in need of supervision for licensure, as well as consultation for clinical cases.
Laura Keirsey, LCSW-C
Laura is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW-C) who strives to use humor, compassion and warmth to provide each individual with a safe place to begin their personal journey in therapy.
Laura believes that a strong therapeutic relationship is key to personal change, and is continuously honored when a client allows her to be part of their journey.
With a theoretical background rooted in Cognitive Behavioral and Strengths Based therapy, Laura is skilled at enhancing therapy with a wide variety of methodologies to best meet clients’ needs. She excels at providing trauma-informed care to those struggling with depression, anxiety, PTSD and co-occurring issues.
Laura received her Bachelor of Social Work Degree from Ramapo College of NJ and her Master of Social Work Degree from Rutgers University. With over 18 years experience providing psychotherapy, Laura is also a Certified Supervisor for social workers and an Approved Licensed Clinical Marriage and Family Supervisor.
Jill Latteri, LCSW-C 
Jill has been working in the field of mental health for over fifteen years. She obtained her Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work from Siena College in Albany, New York and her Master’s Degree in Social Work from Columbia University in New York, New York. Jill has worked in a variety of settings with children, adolescents, adults, and families, with a particular focus on working with children & adolescents impacted by significant trauma.
Jill also works with individuals who are struggling with anxiety, depression, and grief and loss. Jill is trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Trauma Focused- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT.) She believes in empowering clients, helping them improve their mental well-being and guiding them toward the changes they wish to make.
Jill has also been providing clinical supervision to new social workers for over ten years. She helps to provide guidance and develop their skills to provide the best, most effective and appropriate services for clients. She helps social workers learn from their experiences and apply learning into their practice.
Heather McQuay, LCSW-C
Heather has worked in a variety of settings including treatment foster care, Outpatient Mental Health, Residential Treatment for Children and Adolescents, in-home therapeutic supports and as a medical social worker.
Heather’s experience consists of working with children, adolescents, adults and families within in each of her work settings.
She also has experience working with those impacted by substance use and providing counseling and support to patients with serious or chronic illnesses.
Heather is certified in trauma treatment for children and adolescents from the University of Maryland, Baltimore.
She is also trained by Kennedy Krieger Institute in Trauma Focused-Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT).
Heather has experience working with individuals who struggle with depression, anxiety, grief and loss, trauma and anger management. Heather is committed to assisting her clients in achieving their own personal goals and improving their lives.
Mark Samara, LGPC
Mark has been working with children, adolescents and families for over 35 years.
He earned his Bachelor’s Degree in Education with a focus in Psychology from Millersville University, PA and his Master’s Degree in School Counseling from McDaniel College, MD. Mark has vast experience as a classroom teacher, school counselor and Pupil Personnel Worker.
He has conducted training in de-escalation strategies and has extensive experience working with children who have emotional/educational disabilities or learning differences.
Mark excels in working with clients who struggle with anxiety and depression.
He believes the foundation of any successful therapeutic experience is the formation of a collegial, positive working relationship between himself and his clients.
Mark believes that all people can be successful and he enjoys helping people identify the roadblocks and the pathways in their lives.
Dr. Mark Nolder 
Mark Nolder Ph.D. is a graduate of the Texas Tech Counseling Psychology program and a long-time psychologist at the VA Maryland Health Care Sysytem (Department of Veterans Affairs). Dr. Nolder has advanced training in Interpersonal Psychotherapy for Depression, Acceptance and Commitment (ACT Therapy for Depression, Cognitive Processing Therapy for PTSD, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I) and mindfulness meditation (VA CALM program). Dr Nolder specializes in long-term individual psychotherapy, short-term therapy for insomnia and mindfulness based interventions.