Meet the Team
Your care at our Clinton residence is guided by an interdisciplinary team of psychiatric and therapeutic professionals who work side by side. Each woman receives an individualized treatment plan, shaped by people who collaborate closely to support real, lasting change.
One Organization, a Full Continuum of Care
Elevate Residential is the women's residential mental health treatment program of Elevate Health and Wellness, a Connecticut behavioral health provider. The same clinical leadership guides both, so when residential care ends, women can continue with outpatient programming, therapy, and medication management without starting over with a new provider.
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Dr. Mohamed Elsamra, MD
As Medical Director of Elevate Health and Wellness, Dr. Elsamra provides specialized psychiatric and addiction care for individuals facing complex dual-diagnosis conditions. With more than 20 years of clinical experience, Dr. Elsamra’s work is guided by a straightforward purpose: ensuring every patient receives timely, evidence-based, and compassionate treatment.
Dr. Elsamra’s practice has always centered on addressing unmet patient needs. When his patients faced barriers finding accessible residential recovery options, he stepped up to establish the Elevate Women’s Residential Mental Health Treatment Program in 2026 to ensure they had a dedicated place to heal.
In addition to his clinical practice, Dr. Elsamra’s background spans research and clinical teaching at the Yale Department of Psychiatry, as well as serving as Principal Investigator on clinical research trials. Dr. Elsamra’s practice remains entirely focused on clinical excellence and partnering directly with patients to achieve long-term stability and health.
Jennifer Hrbek, LCSW
Jennifer serves as the Executive Director of Elevate Health and Wellness, a role that reflects both her entrepreneurial spirit and her lifelong commitment to supporting individuals and families in their mental health journeys. With more than a decade of leadership experience, she has guided organizations through growth, change, and innovation while keeping people at the heart of every decision.
Jennifer earned her B.S. in Human Development and Family Studies from the University of Connecticut and her Master's Degree in Social Work from Fordham University, graduating with honors from both. She is also a graduate of the Five Frogs Leadership Development Roundtable.
Known for combining a keen business sense with a deep understanding of behavioral health, Jennifer has been instrumental in shaping Elevate's mission and programs. She believes meaningful change happens when people feel truly seen and valued.
Outside of work, Jennifer and her husband can often be found cheering on their three children or working side by side in the family business they built together. She loves adventuring with her kids and losing track of time listening to The Moth.
Danielle DeMarco, LPC
Danielle is a Licensed Professional Counselor with experience in both group and individual therapy. She supports clients navigating a broad range of concerns, including anxiety, OCD, trauma, self-esteem, borderline personality disorder, and mood disorders such as bipolar disorder and major depressive disorder.
Her approach is person-centered and strengths-based, drawing on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), along with the connection between physical movement and mental wellbeing. She pairs compassion with empowerment, helping clients build the understanding and tools to care for themselves, and brings in mindfulness practices to support personal growth.
Danielle holds an undergraduate degree in psychology from Roger Williams University and a Master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Fairfield University. In her free time, she runs marathons and enjoys time outdoors with family and friends.
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