Josue is Mobile Therapist for New Castle County. He holds a Master’s degree with a focus in substance abuse and other addictions. 

Josue attended William Penn High School in New Castle, DE before going to Wilmington University and Dublin Business School in Dublin, Ireland.

Josue is a proud uncle and his hobbies include weight-lifting, combat sports, video games, card/board games, hiking, and drawing. One fun fact about Josue is that he served in the Army National Guard for 12 years and had a one year tour in Afghanistan.

 

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Start your therapy journey today by submitting an online intake form or contact our Intake Department at 302-478-9411 ext. 306

Joseph is a Promoting Safe and Stable Families Consultant in Sussex County. He will be providing services to families and fathers that live in the Sussex area.

Joseph was raised in Delmarva and born in Northern Virginia. He graduated from the University of Maryland with a degree in psychology. He is a credentialed Delaware Behavioral Health assessor #103.

Previously, Joseph worked with DSAMH as a psychiatric social worker and positioned himself with several different non-profit mental health teams, while supporting adults, adolescents, and family members.

What brings me to this great opportunity at JFS is the extensive history, reputation, purpose, mission, and the genuine mannerisms of the team while expressing and promoting welcomeness, kindness, trust, professionalism, change, growth, respect, and possessing the infectious feeling of the want to come back atmosphere that everyone shows is hard to come by. I look forward to meeting everyone.”

Joseph is a a son, brother, uncle, spouse, dad, grandad and friend to many. Some of his hobbies include playing tennis, traveling, biking, hiking, exploring new places, meeting up with friends/family, and fellowship.

One fun fact about Joseph is that he played bass with Chuck Berry and many others in his spare time.

John Fisher-Klein lives in Wilmington, Delaware with his husband of nearly 13 years and their dog Cricket and cat Kipo. He is a proud lifelong Delawarean, having grown up and attended public schools in Sussex County. John earned his bachelor’s degree from the University of Delaware in Family Studies and his master’s degree from Wilmington University in the Administration of Human Services. He also has certificates in nonprofit management and finance from the University of Delaware.

For JFS Delaware, John serves as Chief Executive Officer, providing overall strategic and operational leadership for the agency, guiding its mission, vision, and long-term growth. He works closely with the Board of Directors and staff to strengthen organizational systems, expand access to mental health and family support services, and ensure JFS Delaware continues to be a trusted resource for individuals and families navigating life’s most difficult moments. His leadership focuses on advancing strategic priorities, fostering collaboration across teams and community partners, and sustaining a strong foundation for future impact across Delaware.

While always focused on serving the community, John has had varied professional experiences. He began his career as an intern at AIDS Delaware, a statewide nonprofit HIV/AIDS service organization. After graduating from UD, John was offered a full time position as a program manager with the organization. He held other positions over the next few years, and eventually earned the role of executive director.

John left AIDS Delaware for Newark Day Nursery and Children’s Center (NDNCC), a similar-sized nonprofit (in terms of budget) with a very different mission. At NDNCC John found a passion for early childhood education as a multisolver. From NDNCC, he would go on to hold several positions in the Delaware Department of Education’s Office of Early Learning, eventually becoming the director of that office.

Most recently, John has been focused on advocacy and public policy at the United Way of Delaware. He also has experience as an adjunct instructor at Wilmington University, has played a key role in strategic planning for various nonprofits, and has served on several Boards of Directors.

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Emily is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker providing therapy for JFS clients. She embraces a holistic approach to therapy, that is collaborative and built on creating a safe and compassionate environment where each unique individual can feel heard, empowered, and not judged. Emily values the belief that everyone comes with their own strengths, which allows them the resilience to walk on a therapeutic path towards healing.  

Before coming to JFS, Emily worked as a community hospice social worker, joining patients and families on their journey coping with terminal illnesses and end of life. Through this time, she worked with a range of populations and individual experiences. 

Recently married, they are proud dog parents to their energetic pup, Paris.  

Emily loves to travel and learn about the world’s rich history and cultures outside of her own. During her undergraduate program, she had the opportunity to study abroad. She studied for four months in Chennai, India at a local college’s social work program. During that time, she also backpacked in Thailand enjoying the amazing food and seeing the breathtaking temples. 

Emily enjoys reading, yoga, and crocheting. She loves being creative and appreciates art. She recently inherited her grandmother’s sewing machine, and is looking forward to continuing its use with love.

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Start your therapy journey today by submitting an online intake form or contact our Intake Department at 302-478-9411 ext. 306

Susan is an Out-Patient Behavioral Therapist and Community Director of Family and Children Services at JFS. Her passion is to help the suffering work through their painful experiences and restore normal functioning. Susan proudly provides emotional and behavioral support in community settings, through treatment approaches tailored to meet the client’s needs; she believes in the possibility and ability of each individual to develop resiliency by drawing from their inner strengths.

Susan is a certified Parenting Education Facilitator and holds a Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Walden University. She has worked with children and adolescents for over 15 years in the teaching profession and previously worked for JFS as a Career Counselor for the FutureLink workforce development program.

Susan is a mother and loves spending time with family and friends. As a believer in possibilities, she is driven by the proverb, “Where there is a will, there is a way.”

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Patricia has an extensive background in the Medical Billing field and has worked for JFS Delaware since 2013. She currently holds the position of Director of Clinical Operations.

Patricia has a Bachelor of Science in Healthcare Administration as well as a Master’s degrees in Business Administration and Healthcare Administration.

Neyssa is a passionate, dedicated Community-Based Counselor at Jewish Family Services in New Castle County. She prides herself on using an integrative counseling approach to optimize support for youth, young adults, and their families. Recognizing the many challenges that the families face, she aims to always provide a safe, nonjudgmental, and motivational environment to lead her clients to successful outcomes.

Neyssa obtained her graduate degree from Springfield College, with a concentration in clinical mental health counseling. She uses a variety of approaches and theories to provide the most comprehensive support while providing current evidence-based treatment options.

Whether in a one-on-one setting or a group setting, Neyssa is committed to establishing trusting, healthy relationships with her clients so she can provide the most effective family services.

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Esau is a Case Manager for JFS’ Refugee Integration Support Effort (RISE). He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Management and Master’s degrees in Community Counseling and Educational Leadership. He attended the University of Liberia, Springfield College, and Immaculata University.

Esau is married to Tieyee Chea. They have six children and five grandchildren. In his free time, he enjoys reading and traveling.