Dr. Danita Thompson – Ph.D., LMFT, BCPCC, ACS
CEO/ Clinical Manager
Dr. Danita is the founder and clinical director of Mending Hearts Family Counseling. Mending Hearts has served a diverse population of individuals, couples, and families since 2011. Dr. Danita holds an M.S. degree in Education from Long Island University, an M.A. degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from Liberty University, and a Doctorate in Counseling Education and Supervision from Capella University. Dr. Danita is a Board-Certified Professional Christian Counselor (BCPCC) and an Approved Clinical Supervisor (ACS). She has over 35 years of committed and dedicated experience providing counseling and mentoring and facilitating professional development workshops and seminars throughout NY and NJ. Her pride and joy, and first commitment begin with her family and desire to lead by example, being a wife, mother, sister, and friend. Dr. Danita has a passion for and specializes in developing healthy marriages and families. As a born-again Christian, she loves incorporating the Bible and Christian principles into the counseling process for those clients who so desire. Dr. Danita has advanced training in parenting, marriage matters, EMDR, and Christian counseling.
Ruben A. Ramos- MS, LAC
Operations Manager
The life we live is not just to be survived, but to be able to thrive in. For that reason, Ruben works with people, helping them find what holds them back and find liberation from those struggles and perspectives.
Not only does Ruben hold a Master’s degree in Professional Counseling from Southeastern University, but he also comes with ten years of experience in church communication. He offers a safe space to grapple with all of life’s questions to find the abundance of life he knows all people deserve. Combining emotional awareness, relational dynamics, and a deep, internal recognition approach, he presents clients with holistic healing.
In addition to his mental health training, Ruben has worked as an executive officer in a sizable nonprofit organization supporting a large staff. He partners with people to help them reach their goals and greatest potential.
