Our Providers
During our time together, we'll be discussing your life and personal experiences.
Before doing so, it is important for you to know who we are and how we can help.
Dr. Robert DiGiammarino, Psy.D
Practice Founder.
Clinical Director.
Licensed Clinical Psychologist.
Dr. Olivia Skalski, Psy.D
Director of Training.
Attending Psychologist.
Licensed Clinical Psychologist.
Del Haight, A.S.
Director of Operations.
Christine DiGiammarino, CCC-SLP
Director of Business Development.
Our Staff
Dr. Dan Moore, Psy.D
Attending Psychologist.
Licensed Clinical Psychologist.
Dr. Paul Andrick, Psy.D
Licensed Clinical Psychologist.
Dr. Betsy Ryan, Psy.D
Licensed Clinical Psychologist.
Dr. Sarah Musumeci, Psy.D
Doctor of Clinical Psychology.
Elizabeth Graham, LICSW
Clinical Supervisor.
Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker.
Brianna Roy, LMHC
Licensed Mental Health Counselor.
Christopher Tylutki, M.A.
Outpatient Mental Health Clinician.
Emma Cappadona, M.A.
Outpatient Mental Health Clinician.
Eoin O'Brien, M.A.
Outpatient Mental Health Clinician.
Doctors in Training
Brenna Foster, M.A.
Clinical Psychology Doctoral Candidate.
Julia Rigoli, M.A.
Clinical Psychology Doctoral Candidate.
Elio Sullivan, M.A.
Clinical Psychology Doctoral Student.
Our Professional Backgrounds
DR. ROB DIGIAMMARINO, PSY.D.
Licensed Clinical Psychologist
Practice Founder
Clinical Director
Dr. Rob has a passion for working with children and families, combining clinical excellence with humor and personality. He has practiced in schools, clinics, and hospitals throughout Massachusetts. He is a published author and has presented internationally on his research findings in the area of child development (please see our "Recognition" page for details!).
EDUCATION AND AFFILIATIONS:
Doctor of Psychology (Psy.D.), Clinical Psychology, William James College
Dissertation Title: “Effects of Parental Divorce on Children’s Adult Romantic Attachments”
Master of Arts (M.A.), Professional Psychology, Massachusetts School of Professional Psychology
Concentration: Children and Families of Adversity and Resilience (CFAR)
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Psychology and Spanish, Assumption College
Thesis title: “Sensory Processing and Attachment Relate to Eating Competency in Infancy”
Dr. Rob’s professional affiliations include:
- MassGeneral Hospital for Children, MassGeneral Brigham
- American Psychological Association (APA)
- Massachusetts Psychological Association (MPA)
- Assumption University School of Graduate Studies Advisory Board
- 2017-2018 Board of Directors, The Divorce Center, Inc.
- Greater Beverly Chamber of Commerce (GBCC)
- North Shore Counseling Center, Inc. (NSCC)
DR. OLIVIA SKALSKI, PSY.D.
Director, Psychology Training
Licensed Clinical Psychologist
Attending Psychologist
Dr. Olivia Skalski, PsyD., (she/her) is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist with 10 years of
experience conducting psychotherapy with clients across the lifespan. She also has a
background administering psychological assessments, providing clinical
supervision/consultation to other clinicians, and teaching at the graduate level. She
earned her doctorate degree from William James College in Boston, MA, and
Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees from the University of Hartford.
She utilizes an integrated therapeutic approach implementing a variety of
evidence-based frameworks such as CBT, DBT, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy,
solution-focused, and narrative interventions. Her style emphasizes curiosity and
connection, inviting patients to understand themselves better and how their past and
current experiences may shape their emotional and behavioral patterns. She welcomes
the opportunity to provide her patients, staff, and students a non-judgmental space to
feel empowered to grow, increase insight, and accomplish their goals. She has
expertise in working with LGBTQ+ populations, trauma, gender and sexuality, mood
disorders, anxiety, and bipolar disorder.
She currently works as the Director of Training at Ocean Gem and has a passion for
supervising and supporting students, and helping to develop their clinical and
professional skills in psychological practice and academia.
EDUCATION AND AFFILIATIONS:
Doctor of Psychology (Psy.D.), Clinical Psychology, William James College
Dissertation Title: “Public Approval of Sex Doll and Sex Robot Use Across Sexual
Activity and Relationship Purposes”
Master of Arts (M.A.), Clinical Psychology, University of Hartford
Bachelor of Arts (B.A) Psychology, English, University of Hartford
Dr. Skalski’s professional affiliations include:
- UMass Memorial Community Healthlink
- National Register of Health Service Psychologists
- American Psychological Association (APA)
-Massachusetts Psychological Association (MPA)
DR. DAN MOORE, PSY.D.
Licensed Clinical Psychologist
Dr. Dan (he/they) has experience working with children, adolescents, and young adults in clinical and school settings. He has trained in an inpatient hospital, the public school system, and outpatient mental health clinics. He has specialized interest in working with queer and gender diverse populations and, in addition to his work with Ocean Gem, practices at a transgender health clinic. He approaches clients with a blend of play therapy, cognitive behavioral strategies, and a social justice lens.
EDUCATION AND AFFILIATIONS:
Doctor of Psychology (Psy.D.), Clinical Psychology, William James College
Concentrations: Children and Families of Adversity and Resilience; Clinical Health Psychology
Dissertation Title: Mental Health Providers’ Knowledge of Trans Youth’s Unique Health Needs
Master of Arts (M.A.), Professional Psychology, William James College
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Psychology, Northeastern University
Dr. Dan's professional affiliations include:
- North Shore Physicians Group, MassGeneral Brigham
- American Psychological Association (APA), Division 44: Society for the Psychology of Sexual Orientation and Gender Diversity
- World Professional Association for Transgender Health (WPATH)
DR. PAUL ANDRICK, PSY.D.
Licensed Clinical Psychologist
Dr. Paul Andrick, PsyD, graduated with his doctoral degree in clinical psychology from William James College in June 2023. He has considerable experience working with children and their families across a variety of treatment settings, including hospital-based outpatient settings, in-home therapy, public schools, community mental health centers, and group practice. Dr. Paul has a particular interest in trauma and attachment. He strives to deliver compassionate, evidence-based care that integrates family systems, attachment-based approaches, and cognitive-behavioral therapy to meet children and families’ individual needs and help them achieve their maximum level of functioning at home, school, and in the community.
EDUCATION AND AFFILIATIONS:
Doctor of Psychology (Psy.D.), Clinical Psychology, William James College
Concentrations: Children and Families of Adversity and Resilience
Dissertation Title: "The Impact of Sports-Based Group Therapy on Teamwork Abilities"
Master of Arts (M.A.), Professional Psychology, William James College
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Psychology, Wesleyan University
Dr. Paul's professional affiliations include:
- Newton Neuropsychology Group
- American Psychological Association (APA)
DR. SARAH MUSUMECI, PSY.D
Doctor of Clinical Psychology
Dr. Sarah Musumeci, Psy.D., earned her doctorate in Clinical Psychology from William James College. She has extensive training and experience providing individual therapy, couples and family therapy, parent guidance, and psychological assessment across a wide range of concerns, including anxiety, ADHD, depression, trauma, relationship difficulties, family dynamics, and life transitions.
Dr. Musumeci uses evidence-based approaches tailored to each patient’s needs. She primarily practices from a psychodynamic and psychoanalytic perspective, meaning that treatment focuses on understanding and healing the deeper roots of present-day difficulties. This includes exploring past experiences, relationships, emotional patterns, and early relational wounds, as well as the ways these continue to shape how individuals experience themselves and others today. She also uses an integrative approach, drawing selected strategies and techniques from other therapeutic modalities as clinically appropriate. She believes that this depth-oriented work promotes meaningful, lasting change and healing. Central to her approach is the belief that a strong therapeutic relationship is an essential first step in treatment, and that positive change is possible for everyone.
EDUCATION AND AFFILIATIONS
Doctor of Psychology (Psy.D.), Clinical Psychology, William James College
Dissertation Title: “Exploring Attachment Style as a Predictor of Parenting Style: A Comparison between Samples from the United States and Italy”
Master of Arts (M.A.), Professional Psychology, William James College
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Psychology, Minor in Classical Civilization, Boston University
Dr. Musumeci’s professional affiliations include:
American Psychological Association (APA)
Massachusetts Psychological Association (MPA)
Northern Essex Community College Psychology Advisory Board
DR. BETSY RYAN, PSY.D
Licensed Clinical Psychologist
Betsy Ryan, Psy.D. is a compassionate and warm psychologist who leans into curiosity and
creativity. She is dedicated to supporting individuals, couples, and families on their journey
toward healing and personal growth. Dr. Ryan works with a diverse population, including
children, adolescents, adults, older adults, and first responders and their families in outpatient,
inpatient, and home care settings. She specializes in trauma-informed care and tailors
treatment to each client’s strengths, interests, and goals in a supportive, collaborative
environment. Dr. Ryan is certified in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
and utilizes Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Acceptance-Commitment Therapy, Mindfulness,
Parts work, the Gottman Method Couples Therapy, and Somatic therapy techniques. She is
CISM trained in defusing and debriefing and is also an Emergency Responder and Public Safety
Certified Clinician.
EDUCATION AND AFFILIATIONS:
Doctor of Psychology (Psy.D.), Alliant International University, Los Angeles
Dissertation Title: Using Mindfulness as a Preventive Factor Against PTSD
Master of Arts (M.A.) Clinical Psychology, Alliant International University, Los Angeles
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Psychology, Humboldt State University
Associate of Arts (A.A.), Psychology and Dance, Cabrillo College
Dr. Ryan’s Professional Affiliations include:
- Focus Psychological Service, Inc
- American Psychological Association (APA)
- National Register of Health Service Psychologists
-California Licensed Clinical Psychologist
ELIZABETH GRAHAM, MSW, LICSW
Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker, Attending
Elizabeth Graham, LICSW, (she/her) graduated with her Master's degree in clinical
social work from New York University in 2008. She has twenty years experience working
with children and their families as well as adults across a variety of treatment settings,
including hospital-based outpatient settings, in-home therapy, public schools, and both
group and private practice. Beth also has extensive experience in supervising graduate
level students and newly licensed or pre-licensed professionals in the mental health
field.
EDUCATION AND AFFILIATIONS:
Master of Social Work (M.S.W.), Silver School of Social Work, New York University
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Psychology, Bard College
Elizabeth’s professional affiliations include:
- National Association of Social Workers (NASW)
BRIANNA M. ROY, M.S., LMHC
Licensed Mental Health Counselor
EDUCATION AND AFFILIATIONS
Master's of Science (M.S.), Counseling and Psychological Services, Salem State University
Concentration: Mental Health Counseling
Bachelor’s of Science (B.S.), Psychology, Minor in Educational Studies, Salem State University
Brianna’s professional affiliations include:
- National Board of Certified Counselors (NBCC)
- Massachusetts Mental Health Counselors Association, Inc. (MaMHCA)
- Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE)
- 2011-2019 MassGeneral Hospital for Children, North Shore Medical Center
CHRISTOPHER TYLUTKI, M.A.
Outpaitent Mental Health Clinician
Christopher currently holds a Master’s degree in Professional Psychology from William James College, and an additional Master's degree in Sleep Medicine from the University of Madrid. He originally started his career in the mental health field doing in-home behavioral therapy, in which he worked with children, adolescents and families. Since doing outpatient clinical therapy, mostly in private practice settings, he has enjoyed doing individual, family, and couples therapy. The ages he most enjoys working with are transitional youth/emerging adults, young adults, and adults (ages 18-50). His clinical focuses include anxiety disorders, depression, sleep disorders, sleep medicine, relationship problems, trauma, traumatic stress, rumination, emotional regulation, and life transitions. He believes in creating treatment for patients that is individualized, and prides himself on trying to get to the root causes of patients' symptoms. His holistic approach to treatment comes from the various modalities he uses, which includes, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Psychodynamic, Family Systems, and Ecotherapy/Nature Therapy. He is a strong advocate for promoting cognitive flexibility in order to help clients free themselves from the feelings of being “stuck” in their daily lives, as well as promote resilience during stressful times.
EDUCATION AND AFFILIATIONS
Master of Arts (M.A.), Sleep Medicine, University of Madrid
Master of Arts (M.A.), Professional Psychology, William James College
Bachelor of Arts (B.A), Psychology, Monmouth University
Christopher’s professional affiliations include:
- World Sleep Society (WSS)
EMMA CAPPADONA, M.A.
Outpatient Mental Health Clinician
Emma (she/her) is a fourth-year doctoral student at William James College, pursuing a PsyD in clinical psychology. She has worked in many settings including partial hospitalization programs and community mental health centers. She has experience working with adolescents and adults and enjoys working with people of all ages. Emma’s style is eclectic and uses cognitive behavioral, dialectical behavior and psychodynamic approaches. She has professional interest in severe mental health conditions and human sexuality.
EDUCATION AND AFFILIATIONS:
Master of Arts (M.A.), Professional Psychology, William James College
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Psychology, Roger Williams University
BRENNA FOSTER, M.A.
Clinical Psychology Doctoral Student
Brenna is a third-year doctoral student at William James College, pursuing a Psy.D in Clinical Psychology. Before joining the practice, she gained experience working with children, adolescents, young adults, and families in community mental health and public high school settings. Brenna’s professional interests include anxiety, depression, trauma, and grief. Her clinical focus is on individual and family therapy, using evidence-based practices tailored to individual needs while never forgetting about the systems and environments in which one lives. Her collaborative approach emphasizes empathy and strength-based techniques to allow individuals the space to process emotions and thoughts in a safe space. Brenna is completing her dissertation to further develop a limited grief-related measure for children and adolescents to better assess and comprehend how youth process and manage grief.
EDUCATION AND AFFILIATIONS:
Master of Arts (M.A.), Professional Psychology, William James College
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Psychology with minors in Neuroscience and Communications, Saint Anselm College
Brenna's professional affiliations include:
American Psychological Association (APA)
Massachuessts Psychological Association (MPA)
JULIA RIGOLI, M.A.
Clinical Psychology Doctoral Candidate
Julia (she/her) is a third-year doctoral student at William James College, pursuing a PsyD in Clinical Psychology. Julia has experience working with individuals and families in private practice and school settings regarding issues such as anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship difficulties, ADHD, and autism spectrum disorder. Julia’s clinical focus is in working with individuals and families of all ages using evidence-based approaches, such as cognitive-behavioral therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, and psychodynamic therapy. Julia believes that the cornerstone of treatment is building a strong therapeutic alliance. She also believes in a strength-based and client-centered approach to treatment and recognizes that every individual has a different level of comfort with the therapeutic process.
EDUCATION AND AFFILIATIONS:
Master of Arts (M.A.), Professional Psychology, William James College
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Psychology, College of the Holy Cross
Julia’s professional affiliations include:
American Psychological Association (APA)
Society for Child and Family Policy and Practice (APA Division 37)
ELIO SULLIVAN, M.A.
Clinical Psychology Doctoral Student
Elio Sullivan is a fourth-year doctoral trainee in Clinical Psychology at William James College. They are committed to providing collaborative, identity-affirming, and trauma-informed psychotherapy grounded in curiosity, compassion, and respect for each person’s unique strengths and lived experience.
Before pursuing psychology, Elio worked in education, an experience that continues to inform their relational, strengths-based approach to therapy. They integrate psychodynamic, attachment-based, systemic, and third-wave behavioral approaches, drawing from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT).
Elio enjoys working with adolescents, adults, couples, and families experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship concerns, obsessive-compulsive disorder, identity development, and life transitions. They are especially passionate about supporting LGBTQIA+ individuals and creating an affirming space where clients can explore identity, deepen self-understanding, and build meaningful, connected lives. Their clinical interests also include religious trauma, attachment, family systems, and resilience.
Outside of clinical work, Elio enjoys making music with friends, running, hiking, swimming, traveling, and spending time in nature. They believe healing often emerges through authentic relationships, creativity, and reconnecting with one’s values and sense of purpose.
DEL HAIGHT, A.S.
Director of Operations
Del provides exceptional operational support to our practice. A former leader and business manager in the IT and healthcare industries, Del brings an impressive organizational and administrative skillset that is second-to-none. She is responsible for keeping our practice afloat and is here to assist with insurance claims, bookkeeping services, intake coordination, and patient satisfaction. Her most important role is assessing your needs to connect you with the most ideal provider, enhancing the seamlessness of your services at Ocean Gem!
EDUCATION AND AFFILIATIONS
Associate of Science (A.S.), Business Administration, Management, and Operations,
Marian Court College
CHRISTINE DIGIAMMARINO, M.A.,
CCC-SLP
Director of Business Development
A speech and language pathologist by trade, Christine has spent over a decade in the healthcare industry, supporting patients of all ages. As our director of business development, Christine focuses on higher-level growth planning for our practice and supports us in thinking ahead strategically for an even brighter future!
EDUCATION AND AFFILIATIONS
Master of Arts (M.A.), Speech-Language Pathology, University of Massachusetts Amherst
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Human Services and Rehabilitation Studies, Assumption College
Christine's professional affiliations include:
American Speech and Language Association (ASHA)
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