About Us

Meet Our Founder: Alicia Feller, LCSW 

A wellness center has been the dream of Alicia Feller for several years and is finally realized in the creation of joYou Wellness. She enjoys working with people to help them develop a mastery over their well-being. Empathy, encouragement and empowerment, are the cornerstones of her approach. She uses a holistic approach focusing on mind-body-spirit connection. Alicia can blend traditional talk therapy with energy work and creates a customized plan of care for each individual she works with.

Alicia specializes in Holistic Stress Management which compliments her 25+ years of experience as a clinical social worker in the Behavioral Health field. She is proud to hold a master’s degree in Integrated Health and Healing from The Graduate Institute. Ever since she started a spiritual and intellectual journey in 2009, Alicia has acquired many certifications and specialties. Her many achievements include Certification as a Holistic Stress Management Instructor, a Hypnotherapist, and as an Acudetox Specialist. Alicia is particularly drawn to energy work and has her Level Two Reiki certification as well as a certification in space clearing.

Alicia is a clinical social worker committed to working with you in a collaborative manner to help you achieve optimal emotional well being and personal growth.  She has over 25 years experience working with individuals and families, helping them move past some of the challenges that life hands us.  You too can make the change you want and/or need. 

Alicia lives her practice and relishes the time she spends with family and friends. With her heightened sense of adventure, she loves traveling and is always looking for the next fun challenge. One of her core beliefs is that one grows the most when they step outside of their comfort zone.

Stephanie Perez, LPC

With almost 5 years of experience Stephanie is bilingual and bicultural and has solid experience working with young adults in college settings as well as with youth 12 and up. As a Licensed Professional Counselor, it is her passion to empower individuals to live a happy and healthy life. Now is your time to heal and work through your emotions with a counselor who is compassionate, understanding, and respectful of your personal view points. Stephanie's approach is person-centered and solution focused, which places an emphasis on YOU and your views as an individual. Her goal is to have her clients feel valued and empowered throughout this process. People often seek therapy when they feel like they have an issue to sort out, but what if you knew you had the skills to get through any challenges you face currently and moving forward? Her role is to bring out those innate skills you possess and to sort out your thoughts and find hope.

Sheri Gruner, LPC

Sheri Gruner (she/her/hers) is a board certified Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) who is experienced in supporting people with depression, anxiety, substance use disorders, and difficulty adjusting to major life changes.

She completed graduate school at the University of Bridgeport in 2016 and has since been helping people in various settings including an inpatient hospital, outpatient, and mobile crisis. Although she has worked with all age groups, she is most enthusiastic about helping adults.

She incorporates various therapeutic techniques including client centered, strengths based, and solution focused. She is passionate about empowering others to identify and achieve their mental health goals in order to encourage a more positive, fulfilling life.

Sheri believes in creating a safe and supportive environment for therapy sessions, is culturally competent, and is LGBTQ+ affirming.

Melissa Kascak, Certified Life Coach

Do you feel like there is no room for you in your life? Do you feel overwhelmed trying to juggle family responsibilities, career goals, and your own needs?

Are you feeling guilty that you're missing your kids' events because of work? Or feeling frustrated that you aren’t able to work because you’re taking care of the kids?

Are you anxious about dropping the many balls you're juggling or burned-out from never getting a break?

If this sounds familiar, you're not alone. As a working mom, I know how hard it can be to balance it all. The daily juggle often leaves moms like us feeling stretched thin, depleted, and never getting it right.There is a better way. My coaching provides a supportive partnership focused on developing clarity, cultivating courage, and creating change - so you can feel empowered, in control, and aligned with your values as a mother and professional.

Together we’ll create balance in your life by setting realistic goals, creating a plan to achieve them, and defining ways to overcome any obstacles that come your way. Maybe you want to get back into the work force, create a side hustle, or simply go to the gym.

If you're ready to stop feeling guilty and overwhelmed and start feeling fulfilled and composed, let's connect. I'm here to help you design a life you're thriving in.

Let’s fit you back into your life.