Doreen Clancy, Community Outreach Specialist
Doreen began her journey with Wayside House in 2010 as an overnight behavioral health technician, where she quickly discovered her passion for helping women in recovery. After two years in that role, she transitioned to the admissions department, where she continued supporting clients and families for another two years. Following her time at Wayside House, […]
Marcia Bartczak, Certified Horticulture Therapist
Marcia Bartczak. She joined Wayside in 2023 after completing her horticultural therapy training with the Horticultural Therapy Institute and an internship at Skyland Trail in Atlanta in 2016. Marcia originally trained as a physician, graduating from medical school in São Paulo, Brazil, in 1982 and completing a pathology residency at the University of Miami in […]
Marcia Bartczak, Certified Horticulture Therapist
Marcia Bartczak. She joined Wayside in 2023 joined Wayside House in 2023 after completing her horticultural therapy training with the Horticultural Therapy Institute and an internship at Skyland Trail in Atlanta in 2016. Marcia originally trained as a physician, graduating from medical school in São Paulo, Brazil, in 1982, and completing a pathology residency at […]
Lorna “Tori” Morton, MSW
Lorna “Tori” Morton earned her bachelor’s degree from Florida Atlantic University and a Master of Social Work from Florida State University. Over the past several years, Tori has dedicated her career to working in the substance use field, with a strong foundation in nonprofit and community-based work. She brings a deep passion for helping individuals […]
Mary Hendrickson
Peer Support Specialist Mary has worked in behavioral health and peer support services for over 13 years. Relocating from Illinois to Florida, Mary joined the Wayside House team in September 2023 as a Peer Support Specialist. Mary celebrates 9 years of sobriety in July 2025. She conducts peer support sessions and facilitates various groups. Through […]
Patricia Gurlides
Primary Therapist IOP/OP Patricia earned her bachelor’s degree in psychology from Florida International University and master’s degree in clinical mental health counseling from Nova Southeaster University. Following a later in life career change to the counseling field, Patricia developed a passion for working with clients who present with substance abuse disorder and dual diagnosis. Patricia […]
Andrea Vallely
Group Facilitator
Marcia Bartczak, Certified Horticulture Therapist
Heather Silversmith RD, LD/N is a registered dietitian/nutritionist with over 20 years of experience. She graduated in 1995 from Miami University with a BS in nutrition and went on to Columbia University in New York City for graduate school. A large part of her career was spent working at the Renfrew Center, where she honed […]
Marlene Passell
Marlene has worked with Wayside House since 2013, writing grants, handling media requested, managing the website and social media, and developing Wayside House’s written materials. A former award-winning journalist at the Palm Beach Post, and public information director for Children’s Services Council of Palm Beach County for 23 years, Marlene holds a degree in mass […]
Rhonda Beth Fritzshall
Rhonda has spent the last 30 years devoted to assisting families and children on their journey of healing and recovery from addiction. She holds a bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education. She is board certified through the State of Florida as a mental health professional. She earned her Parenting Educator Certification in 2000. Rhonda’s passion, […]