Mental health services for schools

Janet Kahn-Scolaro, PhD, LCSWR, has over 30 years of experience as a child and family therapist with a deeply compassionate, family-centered approach to mental health care. She is committed to responsive, developmentally appropriate care, and believes that no child or family should have to wait for support when they’re ready to seek help—because mental health care shouldn’t be a last resort, it should be part of how we support children to thrive. As Vice President of Mental Health at PM Pediatric Care, Dr. Kahn-Scolaro leads a team of therapists, psychologists, psychiatrists, and parent coaches that listen first and tailor treatment to each unique child and family.

Dr. Kahn-Scolaro received her MSW from Hunter College School of Social Work and PhD from Adelphi University, where her research focused on engagement in child welfare. Previously, Dr. Kahn-Scolaro was the Senior Director of Behavioral Health at Mount Sinai Health System in New York.

Dr. Jennifer Weber is a child and adolescent psychologist, specializing in trauma, identity development, mood and anxiety disorders, ADHD, and adjustment disorders. She works directly with children, teens, and young adults, offering therapy that meets them where they are. As the Director of Mental Health at PM Pediatric Care, she leads the development and delivery of the program’s clinical services and supports a team of therapists and staff.

Previously, Dr. Weber served as a Clinical Manager for the large community-based outpatient mental health clinic of Jamaica Hospital Medical Center in Queens, NY. She completed her undergraduate degree in psychology and American studies at Brandeis University, and her doctorate in psychology at the Ferkauf Graduate School of Psychology of Yeshiva University, her Masters of Education in Human Development and Psychology from Harvard Graduate School of Education and her Masters of Science in Society, Human Development, and Health from Harvard School of Public Health.

Diana believes every person deserves a space where they feel safe, understood, and valued. She has worked with families who have experienced trauma, grief, anxiety, depression, and low self-esteem, and she is committed to supporting their emotional, social, and academic growth while helping them build confidence and resilience.

As a bilingual Spanish-English speaker and first-generation Latina professional, Diana values building strong, culturally responsive relationships with her clients and strives to ensure every family feels welcomed, respected, and truly seen.

Her experience includes providing individual and group counseling in both school and clinical settings. She uses a blend of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), trauma-informed practices, play therapy, and strengths-based interventions to meet each child where they are and guide their healing and growth.

Jamie specializes in supporting children, adolescents, young adults, and families as they navigate anxiety, depression, life transitions, and healing from trauma. Jamie has experience working with diverse backgrounds and the LGBTQIA+ community. Having been trained in evidence-based techniques, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Play Therapy, Jamie utilizes a strengths-based approach as she works collaboratively in session to create a safe space, allowing patients to share, process, and heal. She also has experience utilizing Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) skills.

Jamie’s goal for each session is to make sure you feel heard, validated, and challenged when needed. She hopes to help you create a coping skills toolbox to utilize throughout your life that can empower you to manage symptoms outside of session and feel more in control of life struggles. She will introduce skills throughout your time in treatment with an emphasis on emotion regulation, mindfulness, and building resiliency.