Co-Executive Director

I’m Carmen Persaud, Co-founder and Co-executive Director of CORE Treatment Services and CORE Behavioral Health Services. I have lived and worked in Manitowoc County since 1998.

I have extensive experience with state administrative codes and licensing, as well as state audits and surveys. In 2018, I partnered with Chris Gilbert to create what is now CORE Treatment Services, Inc.

LPC, SAC | Therapist

Hi! I’m Heather. I’m both a Licensed Professional Counselor and Substance Abuse Counselor at CORE Treatment Services. I run CORE Behavioral Health Services’ Substance Use Disorder Intensive Outpatient Group.

LPC, SAC | Therapist

My name is Rose. I’m a Licensed Professional Counselor and Substance Abuse Counselor at CORE Treatment Services who specializes in grief, couples, teen, and young adult counseling. I help clients who struggle with depression, anxiety, stress, and substance use disorder.

LCSW, EMDR | Therapist

My name is Mary Spaulding. I have known from a very young age that I wanted to help people in some way or another. Many years later I finally obtained my Undergraduate degree in Psychology and my Master’s in Social Work for Mental Health. I have training in Internal Family Systems (IFS), Personality Disorders, Mindfulness, and Trauma.

MSW, CAPSW | Social Work Therapist in Training.

Hi, I am Trisha. I received my master’s degree in social work at The University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee.

I have been a social worker for 25+ years. When I first moved to Wisconsin, I worked at Sheboygan County Health and Human Services as a Juvenile Justice Ongoing Social Worker and Independent Living Coordinator for 16.5 years. I had the privilege of working with children, adolescents, and family members during times of stress, struggles, triumphs, and growth.

LPC, SAC | Therapist

My name is Rose. I’m a Licensed Professional Counselor and Substance Abuse Counselor at CORE Treatment Services who specializes in grief, couples, teen, and young adult counseling. I help clients who struggle with depression, anxiety, stress, and substance use disorder.

My trauma-informed counseling sessions help clients learn to self-regulate and gain confidence as they move through transitions, grief, and dysregulation. I am a certified grief support specialist and add value to clients’ treatment as a shaman and reiki practitioner.

MSW, APSW | Social Work Therapist in Training 

HI, my name is Emily, and I am a Social Work Therapist in Training! I recently graduated from the University of Wisconsin – Green Bay with my Master of Social Work degree. I have always been compassionate and willing to help others. I truly fell in love with the social work field during my undergraduate career. I would be honored to help you navigate your mental health and find some coping strategies to implement into your daily life. Whether you are struggling with depression, anxiety, a mood disorder, or aren’t sure where to start, I’d love to assist you in finding what works best for you.

SAC-IT |

My name is Aniela. I am originally from Cape Town, South Africa. I am a former professional tennis player who has extensive worldly experience both athletically and professionally. I completed my undergraduate degree in clinical psychology at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.

I am currently completing my master’s in clinical mental health and will be furthering my education in the PHD program of Advanced Studies in Human Behavior/Doctor of Philosophy in Advanced Human Behavior.

SAC IT

My name is Angelica & I am a Substance Abuse Counselor in Training. I am currently in my Masters program working on my Clinical Mental Health Counseling degree. I started at CORE as an Intern in the outpatient facility and am currently a counselor at the women’s residential treatment facility. I am passionate about working with clients of all ages from all walks of life, and feel grateful to be able to see the growth and light that clients build for themselves with support and guidance. Much of my way of being is to give others a safe space to be themselves, somewhere they feel seen and heard, which can tend to feel rare for many.

MSW, APSW | Social Work Therapist in Training 

Hi, my name is Abby. I am a Substance Abuse Counselor in Training at CORE Behavioral Health Services in Waupaca. By using evidence-based practices I work individually with clients and help conduct the Intensive Outpatient Group in Waupaca. I work with clients from all different backgrounds and age groups. I believe in meeting the individual where they are and working collaboratively to develop personalized treatment plans that will lead to lasting change. I strive to create a safe space for clients to explore their underlying causes of addiction and ways to utilize effective coping strategies.

Finance Manager.

CFO

Development Director