Welcome to Crown Adolescent Health, where our dedicated team is here to support you. Located in Norwell, MA, our outpatient program specializes in adolescent mental health care. Meet the professionals committed to guiding you on your journey to wellness. We are passionate about providing compassionate and personalized care to every individual we serve. Our team combines expertise with empathy to address a wide range of mental health concerns. From therapists to psychiatrists, our staff members bring diverse skills and perspectives to the table. We prioritize creating a safe and nurturing environment for adolescents to thrive in. Each member of our team is dedicated to empowering young people to reach their full potential. We understand the unique challenges that adolescents face and tailor our approach accordingly. Together, we work collaboratively with you and your family to create a path toward healing and growth. Meet the faces behind Crown Adolescent Health, your partners in mental health and well-being.
Program director
Michelle black, M.S., lmhc
Meet Michelle Black, Program Director for Crown Adolescent. Michelle has been working in the mental health field for about 20 years. Michelle began her journey working with adults suffering from chronic and debilitating mental health issues while obtaining her bachelors degree in Psychology at University of Massachusetts Lowell.
Michelle's work in the mental health field continued as a case manager for dual diagnose adults, seeking treatment primarily for substance abuse. In this setting, she strengthened her advocacy skills and gained experience running both female an co-ed groups. This is also where Michelle began her training in CBT, her favorite clinical approach to issues that frequently stem from self defeating beliefs and thought patterns. Michelle provided trauma-informed, culturally responsive care for years as a case manager before returning to school to get her master's in clinical mental health counseling at University of Massachusetts Boston. This is when Michelle began an internship at Children's Services of Roxbury and realized she loved working with the adolescent population. She remained at Children's Services of Roxbury for her post-master's experience and gained incredible experience working collaboratively with families providing the best possible care for children and teens with a wide range of mental health issues, including significant trauma. Michelle worked with families throughout the COVID pandemic, collaboratively finding solutions during a very difficult time for both children and their caregivers. Michelle is a licensed mental health counselor in the state of Massachusetts and is excited to create her vision of supervising a team that works tirelessly to provide the care that so many families are unable to find elsewhere during a time when they need it the most.
Primary Clinician
RANDI SOUZA, B.A.
Meet Randi Souza, Primary Clinician at Crown Adolescent Health. Randi has more than 30 years of experience working in the mental health field. Randi began her career with DMH, working with individuals with disabilities before moving on to work with adolescent teenage boys involved with DCF and the foster care system.
Randi graduated from Curry College in 2014 with a dual major in psychology and criminal justice and a Concentration in Substance Use. Randi has also worked in the criminal justice field, working with individuals who were on parole, or given probation requirements to attend daily programming that meet their probation or parole expectations.
Randi worked as a case manager for a section 35 detox facility before finally returning to her roots here working with the adolescent community. She has volunteered with Health Imperatives in Brockton, giving speeches on her personal story of trauma with local colleges and schools. Randi is passionate about her work and is a strong advocate for the teens she works with and their families.
Primary Clinician
leighann muldoon, B.S.
Meet Leighann Muldoon, Primary Clinician at Crown Adolescent Health. Leighann began her career in corrections and transitioned to substance use and mental health after seeing first hand the stigma of both within society. Leighann has spent the last few years working at an inpatient facility to help men struggling with substance use and mental health.
Leighann has experience working with both adult and adolescent clientele diagnosed with anxiety, depression, PTSD, Bipolar, Schizophrenia, and other chronic and persistent mental health issues. Leighann also has specialized training assisting survivors of sexual violence. Leighann has a passion for helping underserved populations, strong advocacy skills, and provides a platform for those who feel they don't have a voice.
Leighann works daily to cultivate an environment of compassion, trust, safety and acceptance. Leighann brings so much creativity and spunk to her work with teens and prioritizes collaborative care and advocacy for adolescents and their families.
Primary group facilitator
vibeke gonzalez
Meet Vibeke Gonzalez, our Primary Group Facilitator at Crown Adolescent Health. Vibeke spends her days working as a clinician with a specialization in trauma, employing holistic modalities such as energy and sound healing.
Vibeke's belief's strike a balance between the scientific and spiritual realms. Drawing from both approaches based on sound empirical data, as well as her own deep personal experience, Vibeke supports others along their own recovery journey.
Vibeke strongly believes her purpose in life is helping others heal from trauma as well as other underlying cases of suffering. Vibeke has been witness to so many that have overcome their struggles and she has been witness to the light on the other side of suffering.
case manager
john holbrook, B.A.
Meet John Holbrook, a dedicated Case Manager at Crown Adolescent Health. John passionately works to support the well-being and mental health of adolescents facing various challenges. Born and raised in the vibrant city of Boston, John has a deep connection to his community and is committed to making a positive impact on the lives of young individuals.
As a member of the LGBTQ+ community, John brings a unique perspective and empathy to his work, fostering an inclusive and supportive environment for his clients. With a strong background in recovery, John understands the complexities of overcoming obstacles and is dedicated to guiding adolescents towards a path of healing and growth.
John's genuine passion for working with adolescents shines through in his interactions, as he strives to build trusting relationships and provide personalized support to each individual he serves. Outside of his professional endeavors, John finds joy and relaxation with family and friends at Lake Winnipesaukee, embracing the serene beauty of New Hampshire's Lakes Region as a source of rejuvenation.
With his compassionate spirit, unwavering dedication, and commitment to empowering others, John strives to make a meaningful difference in the lives of adolescents and the community at large.
Client liaison
dexter
Meet Dexter, the youngest member of our clinical team. He is passionate about helping everyone feel comfortable and safe within their therapeutic environment. As a rescue, Dexter knows how scary it can be to acclimate to a new place. He's not well-versed in most clinical concepts, but he always comes to the office with a positive attitude, ready to provide comfort to whoever needs it!