Clinical Staff
Dr. Hardial, MA, LCSW, CCTP (She/Her/Ella) CEO/Founder
Dr. Hardial, MA, LCSW, CCTP (She/Her/Ella) CEO/Founder
Dr. Hardial, MA, LCSW, CCTP (She/Her/Ella) CEO/Founder
Dr. Hardial is a Bilingual Clinical Social Worker and the Chief Clinical Director at Blossoming Lotus Therapy. She is a proud Queer Latina who is passionate about the work that she does. Her specialties include: Childhood Trauma, Sexual Abuse History, LGBTQIA+ community members & their families, and non-monogamous folks. She provides Surg
Dr. Hardial is a Bilingual Clinical Social Worker and the Chief Clinical Director at Blossoming Lotus Therapy. She is a proud Queer Latina who is passionate about the work that she does. Her specialties include: Childhood Trauma, Sexual Abuse History, LGBTQIA+ community members & their families, and non-monogamous folks. She provides Surgery Support Letters at independent mental health evaluations.
Dr. Hardial is licensed in NY.
Click below to learn more about her background.
Samantha Aversano, LCSW (She/Her) Lead Therapist
Dr. Hardial, MA, LCSW, CCTP (She/Her/Ella) CEO/Founder
Dr. Hardial, MA, LCSW, CCTP (She/Her/Ella) CEO/Founder
Samantha is a licensed clinical social worker who works with those 16 years old and older. She equips an eclectic approach in her therapy as she utilizes a strength based approach, cognitive behavioral therapy techniques, dialectical behavioral therapy techniques, solution focused techniques, and motivational interview techniques. Her spe
Samantha is a licensed clinical social worker who works with those 16 years old and older. She equips an eclectic approach in her therapy as she utilizes a strength based approach, cognitive behavioral therapy techniques, dialectical behavioral therapy techniques, solution focused techniques, and motivational interview techniques. Her specialties include working with those experiencing symptoms of anxiety, depression, OCD, and ADHD. She is also trained in writing assessment letters for those looking to pursue hormone replacement therapy or gender affirming surgery. Samantha is licensed in NY & NJ. Click below to learn more about her background.
Jacqueline Zeankowski, MA, LCAT, ATR-BC (She/Her) Art Therapist
Dr. Hardial, MA, LCSW, CCTP (She/Her/Ella) CEO/Founder
Jacqueline Zeankowski, MA, LCAT, ATR-BC (She/Her) Art Therapist
Jacqueline is a licensed Creative Arts Therapist who believes in creating a safe and supportive environment for her clients as this setting allows clients to explore their thoughts and emotions, empowering them to steer their own path toward recovery and healing. Jacqueline employs an eclectic approach in her therapy practice, incorporati
Jacqueline is a licensed Creative Arts Therapist who believes in creating a safe and supportive environment for her clients as this setting allows clients to explore their thoughts and emotions, empowering them to steer their own path toward recovery and healing. Jacqueline employs an eclectic approach in her therapy practice, incorporating art therapy, cognitive-behavioral therapy, talk therapy, mindfulness, motivational interviewing and person-centered techniques. Her specialties include anxiety, depression, and trauma. She works with a diverse range of clients, from young adolescents to older adults. Jacqueline works at our Lindenhurst office but also does Telehealth. Jacqueline is licensed in NY.
Interns
Samantha Tralli (She/her)
Samantha Tralli (She/her)
Samantha Tralli (She/her)
Samantha is a practicum student at Blossoming Lotus Therapy and a current graduate student at Stony Brook University, where she is pursuing a Master’s in Social Work. She comes to this work with a background in education, having spent several years as a teacher before transitioning into the mental health field.
Her goal as a future therap
Samantha is a practicum student at Blossoming Lotus Therapy and a current graduate student at Stony Brook University, where she is pursuing a Master’s in Social Work. She comes to this work with a background in education, having spent several years as a teacher before transitioning into the mental health field.
Her goal as a future therapist is to create a compassionate, grounded space where clients feel safe exploring the parts of their story that are often difficult to explain or have been misunderstood. She is especially passionate about supporting individuals who are navigating complex trauma (C-PTSD), emotional pain, and life transitions. She believes healing happens through deep listening, trust, and meeting people exactly where they are.
She is honored to walk alongside those doing the hard work of growth and recovery, and she strives to be a steady presence as clients reconnect with their strength, clarity, and sense of self. Samantha is supervised by Dr. Jessica Hardial, LCSW and Samantha Aversano, LCSW
Delfo Garcia (He/Him)
Samantha Tralli (She/her)
Samantha Tralli (She/her)
Delfo is an MSW Student at Utica University. He is in an MSW program
that specializes in a recovery approach. Delfo takes an interest in creating spaces where people
feel comfortable expressing their stories, experiences, and goals with him. He likes to
appreciate all the different forms existence takes in the spaces he creates, ensuring eve
Delfo is an MSW Student at Utica University. He is in an MSW program
that specializes in a recovery approach. Delfo takes an interest in creating spaces where people
feel comfortable expressing their stories, experiences, and goals with him. He likes to
appreciate all the different forms existence takes in the spaces he creates, ensuring everyone
feels included and acknowledged as an individual. As an MSW student, he enjoys learning how
to incorporate existentialist thought into evidence-based practices to better empathize with
varying experiences. His long-term goal is to become an LCSW therapist who specializes in a
niche that aligns with the existential and broader understanding of the human experience,
involving self-perception, authentic management of social expectations, and cultivating internal
views/habits that better align with your life to find a sense of meaning that aligns with your
identity. Delfo is supervised by Dr. Jessica Hardial, LCSW and Samantha Aversano, LCSW
Support Staff
Christell Orellana (She/Her) Administrative Assistant
Christell is an administrative assistant who brings organization, reliability, and compassion to everything she does. She values creating calm, supportive, and well structured environments that allow individuals and teams to thrive. With a strong commitment to clear communication, empathy, and active listening, Christell believes that mental wellbeing is supported not only through advocacy, but also through everyday practices rooted in care and understanding. She is dedicated to contributing behind the scenes in ways that promote trust, inclusivity, and emotional safety, and is passionate about continuous learning and meaningful service within mental health focused spaces.
Volunteers
Kinga Olechwierowicz (She/Her)
Kinga is a senior undergraduate psychology student at Hunter College in New York City. She also brings an international perspective to her work, having gained education and experience in social work while studying in Poland. Through her academic training and experience, she has developed a strong interest in helping others through psychol
Kinga is a senior undergraduate psychology student at Hunter College in New York City. She also brings an international perspective to her work, having gained education and experience in social work while studying in Poland. Through her academic training and experience, she has developed a strong interest in helping others through psychology and supportive care.
Kinga is especially passionate about working with older adults, individuals healing from trauma, those exploring self-identity, and members of the LGBTQ+ community. She is interested in integrative and natural approaches to healing, including yoga, meditation, art therapy, and aromatherapy, which she hopes to incorporate into her future therapeutic work. She values a holistic approach to well-being that honors both emotional and physical health and is committed to meeting individuals with empathy, openness, and respect.
Kinga is supervised by Dr. Jessica Hardial, LCSW, and Samantha Aversano, LCSW.
