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We are a multidisciplinary treatment team comprising professional clinicians, psychiatric experts, psychiatric specialists, and mental health practitioners. Our collaborative approach is essential in addressing your comprehensive needs—physical, emotional, social, and spiritual. Our clinical staff is well-versed in the latest interventions and modalities, equipped with up-to-date knowledge on treating specific populations and effectively managing co-occurring issues. Regardless of the nature of your mental health concerns, we are committed to providing support throughout the recovery process.

Meet our team

Guardian IOP - Hoboken

Guardian IOP - New Brunswick

Dr. Tamer Wassef <br><span style="font-size: 14px;">MD</span>

Dr. Tamer Wassef
MD

Chief Medical Officer

Amanda Hilzer <br><span style="font-size: 14px;">LCADC, CCS, CAADC, CS</span>

Amanda Hilzer
LCADC, CCS, CAADC, CS

Executive Director

Angelique Zaks <br><span style="font-size: 14px;">MSW, LSW, LCADC-I</span>

Angelique Zaks
MSW, LSW, LCADC-I

Adult Primary Therapist

Amanda Mistretta <br><span style="font-size: 14px;">MA, LAC, NCC, CADC Intern</span>

Amanda Mistretta
MA, LAC, NCC, CADC Intern

Float Therapist

Kate Kennedy <br><span style="font-size: 14px;">LSW</span>

Kate Kennedy
LSW

Adult Primary Therapist

Adriana Malvone <br><span style="font-size: 14px;">MHA</span>

Adriana Malvone
MHA

Office Manager/HR Designee

James Harper <br></br>

James Harper

Counselor Assistant

Jocelyn Ramos <br></br>

Jocelyn Ramos

Counselor Assistant

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