Eric Dyer

Eric Dyer

Co-Founder, Executive Director

Eric is the Executive Director at New Harbor, and is responsible for overseeing the operations of New Harbor and ensuring its activities align with New Harbor’s mission and values. Eric received his bachelor’s degree from Union College and completed a dual-degree , JD and an MBA in Healthcare Management, program at Albany Law School and Clarkson University, where he graduated summa cum laude. Eric began his legal career at a large law firm based in Upstate New York, where he focused on healthcare law and advising various behavioral and health and human services treatment providers. Eric also serves on the Board of Directors for Friends of Recovery New York, and has had his story featured in Men’s Health Magazine.

Justin Cambria LICSW

Justin Cambria LICSW

Co-Founder, Director of Clinical Outreach

Justin is the Director of Clinical Outreach at New Harbor Behavioral Healthcare. He began his work in behavioral health through his personal recovery journey, which began in 2009. He is a passionate believer in holistic healing and many paths to recovery. Justin has worked for a decade as a therapist, family coach, case manager, and clinical outreach director. He has developed extensive experience in care planning and advising for individuals and family systems facing all sorts of challenges in mental health and substance use, and maintains relationships with organizations and practitioners throughout the country.  Justin earned a dual Masters in Clinical Social Work and Masters in Business Administration from Boston College, and a Bachelors from Middlebury College. He is also an RYT-200 certified yoga instructor.

Josh Towbin LICSW

Josh Towbin LICSW

Clinical Director

Josh is a seasoned clinical social worker and is the Clinical Director at New Harbor Behavioral Healthcare. Josh has over 10 years of broad experience serving young people with mental health and substance use challenges, and is particularly talented and experienced in supporting the parents of young people with these challenges. Clinically, Josh is deeply grounded in both motivational interviewing and cognitive behavioral therapy. He has a passion for research and is focused on applying research and evidence supported interventions with clients and their families. Josh is a graduate of the Boston College School of Social Work.

Leslie Moore MA MHC

Leslie Moore MA MHC

Primary Therapist

Leslie is an authentic relational therapist dedicated to understanding her clients’ unique strengths and life experiences. With a holistic approach that incorporates neurobiology, CBT, DBT, IFS, and spirituality, Leslie creates a safe space for clients to connect with their true selves, achieve emotional regulation, and find inner peace. Leslie holds a Master’s degree from Boston College, specializing in counseling student-athletes, and has clinical experience in treating anxiety, depression, ADHD, substance use, and trauma. Having worked with teens in various settings, including university, outpatient, and community-based programs, Leslie welcomes individuals facing a variety of life experiences and challenges.
Stephanie Schiavo MS

Stephanie Schiavo MS

Primary Therapist

Stephanie Schiavo received her Masters of Science in Counseling Psychology at Northeastern University in May of 2024 prior to starting at New Harbor Behavioral Healthcare. She interned in a residential and partial setting serving clients with eating disorders during her masters program. Stephanie has experience working with clients with depression, anxiety, OCD, eating disorders, disabilities, and clients with HIV. She is passionate about helping clients to overcome their challenges and live lives of purpose and meaning.
Nicole Willey MA

Nicole Willey MA

Primary Therapist

Nicole is a graduate of the Boston College Masters in Mental Health Counseling program who has a strong interest in working with teens struggling with depression, anxiety, and related issues. Nicole also has experience working with those impacted by traumatic experiences, OCD, and self-harm. Previously, Nicole interned in a college counseling center, and she has previous professional experience working with children on the autism spectrum. She is deeply passionate about supporting young people to find true healing.

Liza Dennis MA

Liza Dennis MA

Art Therapist

Liza feels that art therapy is for everyone. She earned her Master’s degree in Art Therapy from Lesley University and has a deep passion for helping individuals discover their voice through creative expression. Her therapeutic approach focuses on using art as a tool for self-awareness and self-actualization, allowing clients to explore and process emotions that might be difficult or even impossible to verbalize. She believes that through self-expression, people can tap into deeper layers of their experience and begin to feel their way through life’s challenges. She utilizes art materials to foster a safe space where talking is not always necessary—feeling is. She supports her clients on their journey toward emotional well-being, helping them build resilience, and nurturing a sense of empowerment through the transformative power of creativity.

Shanel Turansky MA

Shanel Turansky MA

Group Therapist

Shanel Turransky is a Clinical PsyD student with a concentration in Forensic Psychology at William James College in Newton, MA. Shanel received her Master of Art (MA) from William James College in 2023. Shanel graduated from Boston College in 2021 with a Bachelor of Science (BS) in psychology with a concentration in clinical psychology. Shanel’s clinical background has provided her extensive experience in working with child, adolescent, and adult clients who struggle with anxiety, depression, OCD, co-occurring disorders, and a range of externalizing behaviors. She has worked with individuals with serious mental illness and extensive trauma histories. Her ability to work with clients who experience acute symptoms has allowed her to assess and treat patients while collaborating with clients’ support systems. Her prior experience in individual, group, school, and family modalities allows her to address her clients’ presenting issues from a holistic perspective.
Ian Katz

Ian Katz

Case Manager

Ian is a Behavioral Health Technician and Case Manager at New Harbor. He received his Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology from Chapman University in 2022. He is a certified embodied breathwork facilitator with a passion for all things mindfulness. Ian is currently a masters student at the Boston College School of Social Work.
Nash

Nash

Chief Happiness Officer

In his role as Chief Happiness Officer, Nash employs his vast skills as a “good boy” to impart happiness to clients, staff, delivery people, and really anyone else who visits New Harbor. It’s never a bad day when this fellow is around – and that’s most days!
Laura Henry Kuper MA

Laura Henry Kuper MA

Primary Therapist

Laura is an individual, family, and group therapist who is happy to be part of the New Harbor team. She received her Master’s Degree from Cambridge College School of Counseling and Psychology, with a clinical focus in Trauma Studies and Addictions counseling, and also holds a certificate in Family Systems Therapy. Since graduating, Laura has worked with adults, children, and families in the Boston area in a variety of clinical settings, including schools, homes, and community-based health centers, and has developed a special interest in working with teens struggling with depression, anxiety, substance use disorders, and trauma. As a dedicated person-centered therapist, Laura pulls from a variety of modalities using a tailored approach to support clients in finding meaning, connection, and healing on their own terms.

“But you know, the darkest hour is always just before the dawn.”

— From “Long Time Gone,” by Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young