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Behavioral Staff

John F. Todaro, Ph.D

Director, Clinical and Health Psychologist
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John F. Todaro, Ph.D

Dr. John Todaro is a licensed Clinical Psychologist and Director of PBHA. Dr. Todaro received his doctoral degree in Clinical and Health Psychology from the University of Florida and completed specialty training at the Brown University Clinical Psychology Training Program. His specialties include adult and geriatric behavioral and provides clinical services at both PBHA and as an integrated psychologist in primary care. In addition to private practice, Dr. Todaro is a Clinical Associate Professor in the Department of Psychiatry and Human Behavior at the Brown Medical School, providing training and supervision to psychology residents and fellows. He is the President of the Rhode Island Psychological Association and a Board Member of the Rhode Island Board of Psychology.

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Jannette Rey, Ph.D

Co-Director, Clinical Child Psychologist
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Jannette Rey, Ph.D

Dr. Jannette Rey, resident of RI since 2000 and Co-Founder of PBHA (2006) and the PBH Yoga & Wellness program (2019), is a licensed Clinical Psychologist who received her doctoral degree in Clinical Psychology from Oklahoma State University, with specialty training in Child Clinical Psychology and serving as mentor in the region’s diversity and inclusion program. She completed her internship at the University of Florida’s Clinical and Health Psychology, with postdoctoral training leading to faculty position in the Department of Family, Youth, and Community Services. Dr. Rey’s areas of expertise include psychotherapy (both In-Person and via telehealth) for mood & behavior/conduct disorders, integrated behavioral health, functional behavioral assessments and behavior support planning, neurobehavioral health and mindfulness, and Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT) and family system therapy.

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John J. Charette, LICSW

John J. Charette, LICSW

Clinical Social Worker
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John J. Charette, LICSW

John J. Charette, LICSW

John Charette is a licensed clinical social worker with over 20 years of clinical experience providing counseling services to children, adolescents, adults, families and groups. John’s areas of expertise include the treatment of grief and bereavement, anxiety, and depression. He does couples counseling as well. John is comfortable working with clients of all ages and his particular specialty is grief work: assisting people who are coping with a major loss due to death. He is a native Rhode Islander who earned his Bachelor and Masters Degree from Rhode Island College.

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Terri Lupoli, LICSW

Terri Lupoli, LICSW

Clinical Social Worker
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Terri Lupoli, LICSW

Terri Lupoli, LICSW

Terri Lupoli is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a specialty in adult behavioral medicine. She earned her degree in Psychology from the University of Rhode Island and earned her Master’s Degree in Social Work from Boston College. She is skilled at providing empirically supported practices to adults with a wide range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, PTSD, grief and loss, adjustment to illness, chronic pain and stress management, and health behavior change (i.e., smoking cessation, weight management).

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Randi Braunstein, LICSW

Clinical Social Worker
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Randi Braunstein, LICSW

Randi Braunstein is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker who has been working with children, adolescents, adults and families for over 25 years. She has held leadership positions in children’s behavioral health as well as geriatrics, and has been the founder and executive director of two statewide organizations in Rhode Island. Ms. Braunstein has worked in a variety of settings including community mental health, an acute residential treatment program for adolescents, an intensive outpatient program for adolescents, a child/adolescent psychiatric hospital and private practice. She specializes in trauma, mood management, marital and couples’ therapy and adolescent/family issues. Ms. Braunstein is a co-author of a parent support curriculum used nationally through Prevent Child Abuse America.

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Michael D. Brodeur, PsyD

Clinical Psychologist
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Michael D. Brodeur, PsyD

Dr. Mike Brodeur, Psy.D. (He/Him) is a clinical psychologist with a variety of clinical skills from working in university college counseling centers, outpatient group practice, and integrated healthcare. Dr. Brodeur strives to create an inclusive and affirming space for BIPOC folx, LGBTQIA+ folx, and other historically underrepresented and marginalized communities to feel seen, heard, and respected. Dr. Brodeur is serving his second-term as a Board Director for the Rhode Island Psychological Association (RIPA). In this role, Dr. Brodeur advocates to remove barriers to accessing behavioral health services and greater representation of BIPOC folx in the field of psychology. You may have seen Dr. Brodeur during his interview on WPRI Channel 12 News for a “Community Focus” segment to talk about equity, diversity, and inclusion in the field of psychology in RI. Dr. Brodeur is also a member of the Social Justice & Public Policy Committee at RIPA, and he founded the Social Justice Committee at Providence Behavioral Health to help build antiracist and affirming care practices at PBHA. Dr. Brodeur’s clinical specialties include working with clients with ADHD, anxiety disorders (OCD, Panic disorder, Generalized Anxiety Disorder), depression disorders, pre-surgical evaluations for bariatric surgery, and body and food-related issues with emotional overeating and binge eating disorders. Dr. Brodeur tries to steer clients away from a focus on weight, and instead to a focus on creating satisfying food experiences and body valuing practices. Clients that match well with Dr. Brodeur tend to value an action-oriented back-and-forth process fused with collaboration, goal-setting, problem-solving, laughter, and an appreciation for structured approaches to treatment (CBT, CPT). Whether you are on the fence about therapy or willing to dive-in wholeheartedly, Dr. Brodeur respects any client that is willing to take this brave step into self-discovery and optimal fulfillment.

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Donald Kieffer, Ph.D.

Clinical Psychologist
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Donald Kieffer, Ph.D.

Dr. Donald Kieffer is a licensed psychologist who received his doctorate in clinical psychology from the University of South Dakota. He completed an APA-accredited internship at Harvard University Medical School – Massachusetts Mental Health Center in Boston, Massachusetts.  In addition to his 25 plus years of experience as a psychotherapist, Dr. Kieffer has worked as a mental health administrator, corporate psychologist, psychology professor and college administrator.  Dr. Kieffer uses a therapy approach that emphasizes collaborating with the patient in working on goal-oriented problem solving.  He specializes in treating anxiety and depression, and his specific areas of interest include managing workplace stress, parenting concerns, navigating life transitions, overcoming obstacles to academic success in college, compulsive overeating, dating challenges and improving relationships with significant others.

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Julie Grand-Landau, LICSW

Julie Grand-Landau, LICSW

Clinical Social Worker
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Julie Grand-Landau, LICSW

Julie Grand-Landau, LICSW

Julie Grand-Landau is a clinical social worker with over 20 years of counseling experience and is licensed in both Rhode Island and Massachusetts. She is originally from Montreal, Canada where she obtained her Master of Social Work at McGill University as well as a Post Masters Certificate in Marital and Family Therapy at the Argyle Institute. She has worked in a wide variety of settings which include private practice, mental health with veterans, industrial rehabilitation, substance use treatment, outpatient psychiatry and community mental health. Julie has experience treating anxiety, depression, PTSD, trauma, grief, chronic pain and addictions, and has a special interest in helping people heal from trauma. She utilizes a variety of treatment approaches including cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness-based therapy, solution focused therapy, and acceptance and commitment therapy. She strives to provide a supportive environment to help her clients accept and grieve their losses, develop self-compassion, learn new coping skills and find meaning and fulfillment in life.

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Diane L. Marolla, LICSW

Clinical Social Worker
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Diane L. Marolla, LICSW

Diane L. Marolla has worked in healthcare in both administrative and clinical roles for over 30 years. She has a Bachelor’s of Science degree in Business Administration from Bryant University, and a Masters of Social Work degree from Rhode Island College. Her employment record includes working for Brown University, Women & Infants Hospital, Butler Hospital, United Healthcare, Neighborhood Health of Rhode Island, and East Bay Community Action Program, Gershon Psychological Associates and Social Sparks. In 2005, Governor Donald Carcieri appointed her to the Board of Social Work where she served two terms. In addition to working as a therapist, Diane writes a monthly article for The Smithfield Times and teaches courses at the Substance Use and Mental Health Leadership Council (SUMHLC). Diane is also an independent consultant. Diane sees clients 18 years and older for depression, anxiety, couples counseling, family counseling, grief counseling, work stress and complications, women’s issues, anger management issues, PTSD, and Borderline Personality Disorder. Diane also is a Certified First Responder Counselor and specializes in working with first responders. Diane is licensed in the states of RI, MA, and CT.

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Joanna Winterbottom, LICSW

Clinical Social Worker
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Joanna Winterbottom, LICSW

Joanna is a licensed independent clinical social worker and certified yoga instructor. Her experience comes from working in community mental health, integrated behavioral health, hospital ICUs, a local cancer center and the VA. Her areas of clinical interest are working with individuals dealing with trauma, medical conditions, grief and loss, life transitions, anxiety, depression and substance use. Joanna’s practice is informed by approaches and methodologies including cognitive-behavioral therapy, mindfulness-based therapy, psychodynamic therapy, existential therapy and attachment-based therapy. She values the inclusion of holistic therapy approaches, including yoga and breathwork, as well as psychospiritual approaches. Working from a humanistic framework, she believes all clients have the capacity to reach their potential. Using an integrative approach, with interventions tailored to suit the needs and goals of the client, her ideal client is someone ready to work together to create change.

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Julian M. Saad, PhD

Staff Psychologist
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Julian M. Saad, PhD

Dr. Julian M. Saad is a Post-Doctoral Fellow in Integrated Behavioral Health at PBHA. He completed his Doctorate in Clinical Psychology from the University of Rhode Island and a Residency in Medical Psychology at the University of Vermont Medical Center. During his training he provided psychological services in oncology centers including at Dana Farber Cancer Institute; and for collegiate athletic teams at the University of Rhode Island and Providence College. He has experience working with adults of all ages and has helped clients to navigate: cancer and chronic disease, health behavior change, athlete mental health, performance concerns, depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, and relational issues. In addition to his work in clinical psychology and behavioral medicine, he holds a Level 1 meditation teacher’s certificate in Sheng Zhen Meditation, and he continues to provide weekly access to moving- and seated-meditation programs in both clinical and community settings. Dr. Saad has a passion for an integrative and holistic approach to mental and behavioral health and he is committed to helping clients develop a lifestyle that supports health, wellbeing and a strong sense of self. In his practice he utilizes a science of “Staging” to help his clients achieve progress whether they are “ready” or “not yet ready” to make the next important life-change. His inclusive approach to behavioral health care meets clients where they are at, no matter what “Stage of Change” they are in when they begin.

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Elizabeth Mangiameli, LICSW

Clinical Social Worker
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Elizabeth Mangiameli, LICSW

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Rebecca Fredericks, LICSW

Clinical Social Worker
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Rebecca Fredericks, LICSW

Rebecca is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker who has been working in the mental health field for 10 years. In this time she has worked closely with toddlers, children, adolescents, adults, and families. Rebecca has a Bachelor’s of Psychology from the University of Massachusetts, Amherst, and a Masters of Social Work from Metropolitan State University of Denver. She has worked in various settings including case work, juvenile detention, school-based services, and early childhood mental health consultation. In these settings, she has run small groups, and provided parent trainings that offered psycho-education on challenging behaviors paired with strategies to use at home. Rebecca has experience treating anxiety, depression, trauma, PTSD, grief, and specializes in early childhood and perinatal mental health. She informs her work through an attachment-based lens and by utilizing therapeutic modalities including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), and interpersonal therapy (IPT). When working with young children, Rebecca will often include theraplay and/or play therapy techniques meant to strengthen trust and skill building. She strives to provide a safe and supportive environment to all of her clients.

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Tania Gonzalez, PhD

Clinical Psychologist
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Tania Gonzalez, PhD

Dr. Tania Gonzalez is a multilingual clinical psychologist in the state of Rhode Island and in the US territory of Puerto Rico. She completed her Masters and Doctorate degree in Clinical Psychology from Universidad Carlos Albizu in San Juan, Puerto Rico. Dr. Gonzalez completed her San Juan Consortium Internship Program in Clinical Psychology at the Counseling and Psychological Services Department in the University of Puerto Rico, Carolina Campus and has worked in settings that include schools, college and private practice. She has experience working with children, adolescents and adults of all ages treating diverse behavior concerns like depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, ADHD, parenting skills, oppositional defiance and issues concerning gender and LGBTQ+ communities. Dr. Gonzalez also has expertise in working with communication skills development for parents who are in family court. Dr. Gonzalez has training in crisis de-escalation and multiple therapy modalities like play therapy, interpersonal, reality based and cognitive behavior therapy emphasizing the integration of client strengths and problem-solving skills with a humanistic, behavioral, and culturally sensitive approach. In addition, she incorporates the use of drawings, music and narrative into the therapy dynamics. Dr. Gonzalez welcomes clients from all identities and is available to provide services for the Spanish-speaking community in Rhode Island.

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Post Doctoral Fellows

Kayla Sall, PhD

Post -Doctoral Fellow
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Kayla Sall, PhD

Dr. Kayla E. Sall (she/her) is a licensed Clinical Health Psychologist at PBHA. A Michigander from the Motor City, Dr. Sall earned a dual degree in Biology and Psychology from the University of Michigan-Dearborn (Go Blue!) before pursuing her doctorate in Clinical Health Psychology from East Carolina University with a specialty in trauma and sexual health. She completed her residency and fellowship at the Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University’s Clinical Psychology Training Consortium, where she primarily trained in the Providence VA Medical Center’s Primary Care Behavioral Health and Sexual Health Clinics. As a clinical health psychologist, Dr. Sall is trained in treating emotional and behavioral disorders within the context of medical and physical health issues (e.g., depression after experiencing a heart attack; PTSD after multiple miscarriages; sexual dysfunctions). Her treatment areas include but are not limited to sexual and reproductive health, LGBTQ+ health, cardiovascular and pulmonary disease, weight and metabolic disorders, tobacco cessation, and adjustment to cancer. She uses an ecological systems framework to understand her patients’ needs from an individual to systemic level, with a focus on social determinants of health. She is passionate about bridging the gap in healthcare by providing an inclusive and affirming approach to providing behavioral healthcare among historically marginalized and underrepresented communities.

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Ashley Y. Figueroa Rivas, PsyD

Post-Doctoral Fellow
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Ashley Y. Figueroa Rivas, PsyD

Dr. Ashley Y. Figueroa Rivas is a bilingual (Spanish and English) post-doctoral fellow specializing in the treatment of adults and geriatrics. She holds a doctoral degree in Clinical Psychology from Ponce Health Sciences University. Dr. Figueroa has extensive experience in addressing depression, anxiety, and challenges related to identity, relationships, and life transitions. She has worked with clients of diverse gender and sexual identities, as well as those practicing non-conventional relationship structures, such as ethical non-monogamy. As an active listener and engaged communicator, she is committed to collaborating with her clients to create an affirming, warm, and culturally sensitive therapeutic space. Treatment plans are tailored to each client’s unique personality, preferences, life stage, and overall readiness, ensuring they receive evidence-based care that meets them where they are.

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Jasmine Griffith, PhD, LMHC

LMHC Trainee
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Jasmine Griffith, PhD, LMHC

Dr. Jasmine A. H. Griffith is an LMHC Trainee in the state of Rhode Island. She completed her Doctor of Philosophy degree in Counselor Education and Supervision from Old Dominion University in Norfolk, Virginia. Dr. Griffith completed her Practicum/Internship and Licensed Residency hours at Eastern Virginia Medical School in Norfolk, Virginia, and has worked in settings that include universities, private practice, and community behavioral health clinics. She has experience working with adolescents and adults of all ages, treating diverse mental health concerns like depression, anxiety, trauma, interpersonal communication and behavior skills, and social determinants of health issues concerning historically oppressed and marginalized communities. Dr. Griffith has training in therapy modalities such as Person-Centered, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance & Commitment Therapy, and Multicultural Therapy. As a critically engaged clinician, Dr. Griffith emphasizes the importance of empowerment, collaboration, and a non-pathologizing approach to counseling. Dr. Griffith welcomes clients from all backgrounds and diverse and intersecting identities.

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Medical Staff

Michael Geoghegan, PMHNP

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
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Michael Geoghegan, PMHNP

Michael Geoghegan, PMHNP-BC is a Board-Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner who graduated from Vanderbilt University with a Masters in Nursing Practice and licensed to practice in the state of Rhode Island. Michael has expertise in the management of psychiatric medications in both adolescents and adults. He has experience treating a variety of disorders including depression, anxiety, stress, addiction, trauma and ADHD. Michael’s approach is multidisciplinary and enjoys working with trained therapists and wellness providers to help improve overall mental well-being.

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Christopher Anderson, PMHNP

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
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Christopher Anderson, PMHNP

Chris Anderson is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. He holds a Master of Science of Nursing from the University of Maryland and a Master of Science in Nursing from The University of South Alabama where he is also pursuing a Doctor of Nursing Practice in Psychiatric Mental Health.

Chris completed his psychiatric clinical training at Johns Hopkins Hospital and Sheppard Pratt Hospital in Baltimore, MD. He has over eight years of combined inpatient and outpatient psychiatric experience with patients across the lifespan. He believes in providing holistic, patient-centered, and evidence-based care to all individuals with transparent, joint decision-making between the provider and client serving as the key to treatment success. He enjoys working collaboratively and encourages the combination of medication management and psychotherapy to help each individual achieve their goals and improve their overall mental-health and well-being.

A Connecticut native, Chris looks forward to living in Rhode Island and being closer to family. He and his wife enjoy spending time with their three children, who are all currently in college, and two Berne doodles.

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Donna McDonald, APRN

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
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Donna McDonald, APRN

Donna McDonald is a board-certified advanced practice psychiatric nurse practitioner specializing in treating adults and children with mental health concerns. Donna has cared for patients with psychiatric illnesses for over 12 years and is passionate about providing quality care and treatment. She is known for her caring and empathetic demeanor. Donna specializes in treating adolescents and adults across the lifespan living with depression including due to acute or chronic medical illness, anxiety, bipolar disorder, spectrum disorders, ADHD, PTSD, and substance and alcohol abuse disorders.

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Olivia Footer, PMHNP

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
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Administrative Staff

Karen Richer

Office Coordinator
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Karen Richer

Karen is a lifelong Rhode Island resident. She has been working in the medical field for 30+ years. She started her career as a Registration/Billing Clerk at a Behavioral Health Center and changed careers to work as a Medical Assistant and then advanced to Office Manager/Supervisor working for multiple specialties which included Family Medicine, Rheumatology, Geriatrics, Vascular Surgery, and Internal Medicine. She worked in the same practice for 27 years. While not working, Karen enjoys spending time with her family and has a passion for hunting for great antiques.

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Kelly Holgate

Intake Coordinator
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Kelly Holgate

Kelly was born and raised in Rhode Island and graduated from Pilgrim High School. She has 20 plus years as a customer service representative in the jewelry industry. She then moved on to the medical field as administrative medical receptionist. She is married and has 2 children with whom she loves to spend all of her free time with. She also enjoys camping, music and cooking.

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Kim Comire

Medical Receptionist / Administrative Assistant
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Kim Comire

Kim was born and raised in Rhode Island. She has over 40 years of customer service in the hospitality industry. In 1996 she attended the Sawyer School in the medical assistant / reception program and now has been in the medical field for almost 30 years. She was an executive assistant at a medical billing facility for almost 20 yrs where she was known as the Mom of the office because she helped everyone in any way she could. She has previous experience as the Community Information Specialist for the towns of Lincoln and Cumberland assisting the elderly and disabled with any benefits or programs they were eligible for. When she is not working she enjoys spending time with her husband and kids and most of all her several grandchildren.

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Catherine Ferriera

Medical Secretary and Eligibility Specialist
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Catherine Ferriera

Catherine is a native of Rhode Island and completed her education at East Providence High School and Rhode Island College. With more than 20 years of experience as an Administrative Assistant and Health Insurance Specialist, she brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to her professional endeavors. Currently residing in East Greenwich, she enjoys pursuing interests such as cooking, reading, and antiquing.

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