Meet Our Mental Health Professionals
At Bon Ridge Wellness, our dedicated mental health professionals, are committed to providing compassionate, expert care to help you navigate life's challenges. With diverse backgrounds and specialties, our mental health professionals work collaboratively to create personalized mental health therapy that addresses your unique needs. Whether you're dealing with anxiety, depression, stress, or other emotional concerns, our experienced mental health professionals are here to support you on your journey toward better mental health and well-being.
Quizzina Forney, LCSW-C
Quizzina is a Licensed Certified Social Worker-Clinical (LCSW-C) with over 12 years of experience in the mental health field. She is a compassionate and empathic clinician, deeply committed to helping individuals navigate life’s challenges and rediscover their sense of self.
A proud graduate of the University of Maryland, School of Social Work, Quizzina has spent over a decade providing therapy to adults facing issues such as depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, and relationship difficulties. She is especially passionate about helping clients learn to set healthy boundaries, leave toxic or difficult relationships, and build emotional resilience.
Quizzina’s therapeutic approach is integrative and tailored to each client’s needs. She draws from evidence-based modalities including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Person-Centered Therapy. Her goal is to empower clients to take meaningful steps toward healing and personal growth.
In addition to her clinical work, Quizzina is a Board-certified supervisor in the state of Maryland, providing clinical supervision to Licensed Master Social Workers (LMSWs) and Licensed Graduate Professional Counselors (LGPCs).
Bon Ridge Wellness offers both in-person and convenient telehealth sessions, making mental health support more accessible to clients across Maryland. Individuals can count on Quizzina and the Bon Ridge Wellness team to provide a safe, inclusive, and supportive space for healing.
A proud graduate of the University of Maryland, School of Social Work, Quizzina has spent over a decade providing therapy to adults facing issues such as depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, and relationship difficulties. She is especially passionate about helping clients learn to set healthy boundaries, leave toxic or difficult relationships, and build emotional resilience.
Quizzina’s therapeutic approach is integrative and tailored to each client’s needs. She draws from evidence-based modalities including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Person-Centered Therapy. Her goal is to empower clients to take meaningful steps toward healing and personal growth.
In addition to her clinical work, Quizzina is a Board-certified supervisor in the state of Maryland, providing clinical supervision to Licensed Master Social Workers (LMSWs) and Licensed Graduate Professional Counselors (LGPCs).
Bon Ridge Wellness offers both in-person and convenient telehealth sessions, making mental health support more accessible to clients across Maryland. Individuals can count on Quizzina and the Bon Ridge Wellness team to provide a safe, inclusive, and supportive space for healing.
Specializations
Her specializations include, but are not limited to:
Jamie Hickman, LCPC
Jamie received her Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology from Towson University and her Master of Arts degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from the Chicago School of Professional Psychology. Jamie is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor and a National Certified Counselor. She incorporates several modalities into her therapy sessions, such as Narrative, Solution-focused, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and other evidenced-based modalities. As a clinician, Jamie is passionate about helping clients foster self-awareness and gain insight into their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. In her free time, Jamie enjoys spending time with her family, reading, trying new restaurants, and going to concerts.
Specializations
Her specializations include, but are not limited to:
Laurene M Blake, LCSW-C, Ed. D
Laurene M. Blake, LCSW-C, Ed. D is a licensed clinical social worker with decades of experience providing compassionate, evidence-based therapy to adults, adolescents, and teens. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Social Work from Tuskegee Institute, a Master’s degree in Social Work from Saint Louis University, and a Doctorate in Christian Education from Central Christian University
Dr. Blake has extensive clinical training and experience treating ADHD, anxiety and mood disorders, depression (including postpartum depression), grief and bereavement, trauma and abuse, domestic violence, stress, adjustment to illness, Alzheimer’s and dementia-related disorders, and schizophrenia-spectrum disorders. She also provides couples and family counseling and integrates Christian counseling when desired by the client
Her approach is client-centered, grounded in clinical expertise, and focused on supporting healing, growth, and emotional well-being across the lifespan.
Dr. Blake has extensive clinical training and experience treating ADHD, anxiety and mood disorders, depression (including postpartum depression), grief and bereavement, trauma and abuse, domestic violence, stress, adjustment to illness, Alzheimer’s and dementia-related disorders, and schizophrenia-spectrum disorders. She also provides couples and family counseling and integrates Christian counseling when desired by the client
Her approach is client-centered, grounded in clinical expertise, and focused on supporting healing, growth, and emotional well-being across the lifespan.
Specializations
Her specializations include, but are not limited to:
Carl A. Carlton, LGPC, Ed. D
Carl Carlton, LGPC, Ed. D, is a compassionate and experienced professional that possesses a wealth of knowledge to the counseling/therapy sessions. Dr. Carl is dedicated to guiding and assisting others on their journey to success and health. With over 25 years of healthcare experience, he has instructed both students and staff in a level 2 emergency department.
Dr. Carl’s advocacy and counseling skills have positively impacted thousands of patients and students under his care. Additionally, Dr. Carl has spent four years counseling clients in a therapeutic setting and is actively working towards full licensure as a clinical graduate professional counselor. Dr. Carl embraces the mission and challenges of providing exceptional client care from a variety of backgrounds. He believes that clients that engage themselves in the therapeutic process will benefit from the counseling process.
Dr Carl utilizes a variety of therapy techniques such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Gestalt, and Narrative Therapy and Mindfulness. He has training and experience in working with young adults, adults, and couples. He specializes in supporting those with grief, transitions, and specifically, men going through difficult transitions, such as divorce, separation, or death of a loved one. For relaxation, Dr. Carl enjoys playing golf, listening to jazz, reading, and simply chilling.
Specializations
His specializations include, but are not limited to:
Professor Lester L Burney, MS, CAIMHP, LCPC
Lester L Burney, MS, CAIMHP, LCPC is a full time Associate Professor of Human Services Counseling at The Community College of Baltimore County since 2009. Prof. Burney teaches across three academic disciplines including Human Services Counseling, Psychology, and Academic Development. Prof. Burney is also a licensed clinical professional counselor (LCPC) where he specializes in treatment of mood disorders, anxiety disorders, anger management, mindfulness, and men’s issues. Prof. Burney works with individuals, couples, and families using various treatment modalities that promote client wellness and resiliency. Prof. Burney has been a former Clinical Director and Therapist in various Intensive Outpatient Programs (IOP) in the Baltimore Metropolitan Area. Prof. Burney is a Board Approved Supervisor of graduate level clinicians LGPC and LGADC and behavioral health professionals such as AD-Trainees, CAC-AD,CSC-AD.
Prof. Burney completed his undergraduate degree in Psychology at Morgan State University. He completed graduatestudies at Bowie State University, Coppin State University, and received his Post Master’s Certificate in Clinical CommunityCollege at The Johns Hopkins University.
Specializations
His specializations include, but are not limited to:
Susana "Su" Awunti, LMSW
"Every individual deserves a safe space to be seen, heard, and valued." Author Unknown
As a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW), Su's practice is grounded in rich frontline experience across a wide range of human service environments. This background fuels her compassionate, grounded approach to therapy and gives her a practical understanding of what it takes to navigate personal growth and healing.
Su believes true transformation starts when you feel fully seen and heard. She takes a collaborative, person-centered approach, offering a safe, nonjudgmental space to explore your thoughts and experiences. Instead of just managing symptoms, Su works alongside you to understand the underlying causes of emotional distress—always honoring your unique story.
Through therapy, Su helps you build practical coping skills, expand self-awareness, and develop the tools needed to overcome obstacles, cultivate resilience, and create lasting, meaningful change.
As a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW), Su's practice is grounded in rich frontline experience across a wide range of human service environments. This background fuels her compassionate, grounded approach to therapy and gives her a practical understanding of what it takes to navigate personal growth and healing.
Su believes true transformation starts when you feel fully seen and heard. She takes a collaborative, person-centered approach, offering a safe, nonjudgmental space to explore your thoughts and experiences. Instead of just managing symptoms, Su works alongside you to understand the underlying causes of emotional distress—always honoring your unique story.
Through therapy, Su helps you build practical coping skills, expand self-awareness, and develop the tools needed to overcome obstacles, cultivate resilience, and create lasting, meaningful change.
Specializations
Her specializations include, but are not limited to:
Gladys Momoh, PMHNP-BC
I am a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with five years of nursing experience in the psychiatric domain, encompassing both adult inpatient care and outpatient mental health stabilization. I earned my Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Grand Crayon University and began my career as a psychiatric nurse in an inpatient facility. I earned my Graduate education at Walden University, MSN. I served as the Unit superior at a mental health hospital for three years. As a PMHNP, my primary focus is on the treatment of psychotic disorders, mood disorders, and chronic mental illnesses through psychiatric assessment, medication management, and intervention for adult clients aged 18 to 65. I am committed to developing individualized care plans that prioritize client-centered care and interprofessional collaboration.
Specializations
Her specializations include, but are not limited to:
Ngetla Mbonuh, DNP PMHNP- BC
I am Dr. Ngetla Mbonuh, DNP, Walden graduate, and a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner from Maryland. I work with both adults and children across the lifespan, providing care to patients who struggle with anxiety, trauma, depression,& addictions. With extensive experience in cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), I’m constantly inspired by the resilience and strength of my patients, and I work to empower them to achieve their maximum potential holistically. My integrative treatment approach is rooted in evidence-based practices that focus on the mind-body connection. Ensuring that patients are on the right amount of medication for their needs is my top priority. My goal is to help patients overcome challenges, thrive, & enjoy life.
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Her specializations include, but are not limited to: