Shane K Brown, LCSW-R
SHane k brown, lcsw-r
Shane is the President of Syracuse Family Counseling. In 2015, Shane created SFC to help fill a need where people can engage with therapy in a comfortable, clean, and private environment. His clinical training started in 2003 and he graduated with his Masters from Syracuse University in 2008. His training has been primarily in Family Systems Theory, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Attachment theories, Solution Focused Modalities, and Interpersonal Psychotherapy. He worked at St Joseph Hospital, The Brownell Center, Liberty Post (early intervention) and opened up his first private practice in 2012. Shane loves what he does and is extremely grateful to have such a great team to work with. Shane takes a lot of pride in the fact that he gets to work with so many individuals and couples on their journeys through life.
Theresa Hobbs, LCSW-R
Theresa Hobbs, LCSW-R
Theresa Hobbs graduated from Syracuse University in 2007. Since graduating, Theresa has worked in a variety of clinical settings counseling diverse groups of people. She is committed to helping people who struggle with anxiety, depression, relationship/marital stress and substance use disorders. Theresa draws on a variety of methods, including CBT, DBT, and motivational interviewing. Theresa is caring, encouraging and direct. Reach out to Theresa and let her assist you in meeting your treatment needs.
Patti Finton, LCSW-R
Heather Robillard, LMSW
Patti J Finton, LCSW-R
Patti is the backbone of the practice. As the Director of Operations, she has been vital in helping the practice grow and meet patients needs. Patti graduated from Syracuse University with a Master’s in Social Work and she is currently working on her MBA at SUNY Oswego. She has been working in the field of social work since 2010 when she started at Vera House. Patti has worked in a few different settings, including SUNY Cortland counseling center, an inpatient rehab, a large county-based clinic, a Primary Care Center, and at an outpatient behavioral health clinic. Patti is certified in DBT and Prolonged Exposure for trauma, and trained in CBT, Attachment theories, and Family System Theory. Patti’s focus is child and adolescents and has many years of experience working with school systems and families. However, Patti also sees adults and couples.
Heather Robillard, LMSW
With a profound understanding of human behavior and over 20 years of experience, Heather is a licensed master social worker who excels in her work with adolescents and their families. Graduating with her Master’s in Social Work from Syracuse University, she has effectively applied her skills in various settings, earning her a reputation for empathy and the ability to forge strong, trusting relationships with her clients. Heather’s therapeutic practice incorporates effective modalities like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Family Systems, and Solution-Focused Therapy to address a spectrum of issues from mood regulation to anxiety and depression. By focusing on creating a secure and encouraging space, Heather empowers her clients—especially adolescents—to navigate their complexities and enhance their overall mental health and relationships. Through her client-centered approach, she not only addresses immediate concerns but also builds a foundation for sustained mental wellness.