We are in this together.
Meet Our Team
CLINIC DIRECTOR
Kristina Odumes, LCSW, BCD, CIMHP
Kristina is the Clinic Director of Black Falls Therapy & Wellness. She is a graduate of Rowan College of Burlington County, Rutgers and Monmouth Universities. Kristina is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Board Certified Diplomate (BCD) and trauma-informed clinician who specializes in working with individuals and groups dealing with anger, anxiety, sleep issues, depression, intrusive symptoms, etc. She worked in the Federal Government, that included work with the Department of Justice, Department of Treasury and Department of Veteran Affairs, of 15 years and has worked with diverse populations (i.e. Veterans, police, emergency service personnel, persons with addictions, homelessness and more). She is an approved New Jersey Clinical Social Work Supervisor, therapist, speaker, coach and consultant. Evidenced-based practices include: Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing (EMDR), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) and Internal Family Systems (IFS). She is an iRest Level 1 Yoga Nidra Provider and Certified Integrative Mental Health Provider (CIMHP).
MENTAL HEALTH THERAPIST
Joset Ward, LSW
Joset Ward is a Licensed Social Worker with over 10 years of experience specializing in children, youth, and families. She received her Master's degree in Social Work from Asbury University, Wilmore, Kentucky and completed her Bachelor's degree in Sociology with a minor in Psychology at City College of New York.
Joset’s areas of expertise are family and relationship issues, stress management, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, and personal growth. She specializes in working with children, college students, and young adults, utilizing a multidimensional approach to therapy that addresses individual biological, psychological, social, and spiritual needs. Christian counseling based on biblical values is also available upon client request.
As an interactive, family-systems therapist, Joset evaluates each person within their environment and provides practical feedback for addressing personal life challenges. She integrates complementary methodologies and techniques to offer a highly personalized approach tailored to each client. With compassion and understanding, Joset collaborates with individuals to help them build on their strengths and achieve personal growth.
INTERN THERAPIST, STUDENT INTERNSHIP PROGRAM
(Caroline Cuneo is under clinical supervision of Kristina M. Odumes, LCSW, BCD, CIMHP)
Caroline Cuneo, CMIP
Caroline is a rising Marriage & Family Therapist at Black Falls Therapy & Wellness. Caroline has over 20 years of experience in interpersonal communications, specializing in intercultural and small-group communications and effective listening. She has a Bachelor's Degree in Communications and life experiences led her to an interest in helping people cope with traumatic experiences. This interest led to a Master's Degree in Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) and a thesis that focused on experiences of compassion fatigue and burnout syndrome in secondary trauma survivors. Caroline has over five years of experience in family mediation (co-parenting, separation, divorce, end-of-life care) and ombuds services. Caroline has partaken in trauma-informed advocacy for people of all ages. Caroline is a Certified Mindfulness-Informed Professional (CMIP) with expertise in using meditation and other mindfulness activities to facilitate mental and emotional healing.
INTERN THERAPIST. STUDENT INTERNSHIP PROGRAM
(Shantise Byron is under clinical supervision of Kristina M. Odumes, LCSW, BCD, CIMHP)
Shantise Byron
Shantise is a rising Masters of Social Work Therapist at Black Falls Therapy & Wellness. Shantise is a current Masters-level student at Aurora University and a Social Work Intern with Bachelor Degrees in Psychology and Public Health and a Masters Degree in Education, received from Rutgers University. She is dedicated to providing holistic and individualized therapeutic support to clients, including children, families, and individuals starting at age six. Shantise has valuable experience working in school settings, focusing on helping students and their families navigate academic and emotional challenges while ensuring their well-being.
In practice, Shantise provides holistic and individualized therapeutic support based on each client’s unique needs. She creates safe, non-judgmental spaces where clients can explore their emotions and experiences, and she will work together with you to develop coping strategies and solutions to fit your personal goals.
CLINIC CARE COORDINATOR
Michelle Jones
Michelle is a Clinic Care Coordinator of Black Falls Therapy & Wellness. She is the initial point of contact when reaching our practice and is genuinely excited to work with you. Whether it’s to answer questions, get you booked, connect or guide you through BFTW, she is always willing to help! Michelle says “I absolutely love what I’m doing here”.