ABOUT US

For more than 25 years Apex Counseling has helped people of all ages address critical concerns in their lives. Whether you're having problems with chemical dependency or mental health issues, or are simply looking to further your personal growth, our staff provides a unique combination of expertise, experience, understanding, and compassion to best address the needs of the individuals and families we serve.

OUR STAFF

Bill Solz LCSW, CASAC - Director

As a licensed certified social worker and credentialed alcohol and substance abuse counselor he has helped individuals and families overcome problems and regain control of their lives. He specializes in stress reduction and trauma, where he is able to successfully implement his full cadre of treatment modalities to promote healing. He is certified in EMDR and has also developed a dual expertise in Thought Field Therapy and the Developmental Needs Meeting Strategy. In addition, he has more than 25 years of experience working with children and adolescents in diagnostic, residential, and school settings. He is also currently serving as an adjunct professor at Adelphi University's Graduate School of Social Work. In addition he is a certified anger resolution therapist who has been able to successfully treat both court mandated and non mandated clients.

Simone Leo MSW

Simone is a bilingual social worker who has cultivated a strong background providing treatment services to individuals and families from her exposure to various settings. These have included the Long Island Council on Alcohol and Drug Dependence, Belmont Raceway Employee Assistance Program, Madonna Heights Residential Treatment Center, and the Hispanic Counseling Center. She has also worked with clients from YAI-NIPD (National Institute for People with Disabilities). Simone actively utilizes Thought Field Therapy as part of her treatment repertoire. In addition, she is a certified child and adolescent yoga instructor.