Experience Matters
Meet Our Clinical Leaders
At the Bergand Group, our Clinical Coordinators have over 20 years of experience each in managing client care. They lead our offices and treatment programs – oftentimes they are the first contact our clients have. Our leaders ensure that our clients receive the all of the services that best fit their needs.
Deanna Scirica, LCSW-C
Clinical Director – Lutherville/ Fallston Offices
Deanna landed in the addiction medicine field during college. She took an addiction counseling class as an elective for her human services degree and realized that she had found her passion. It helped her to understand and become more aware of her own friends and family who had struggled with substance use disorder over the years. Deanna has continuously had some very close, personal relationships impacted by addiction. Deanna went on to get her master’s in social work with a concentration in behavioral health. She took a brief break from substance abuse disorder treatment to spend more time with her daughter when she was an infant and, during this time she continued to work at a private practice. Prior to her new adventure with The Bergand Group she worked at Mountain Manor Treatment Centers and Access Carroll, where she was able to learn more about the forensic component of substance abuse counseling. Deanna is a proud LCSW-C and board-certified supervisor for LGPC’s, and substance use disorder counselors.
Sarah Yoho, CSC-AD
Licensed Drug & Alcohol Counselor/Coordinator/Case Manager Lutherville Office
Sarah has been with Bergand since April 2019. She is our lead clinician for IOP and OP. She has spent the last 10 years in the recovery field and enjoys using her education background to help patients understand the disease model of addiction.
Melissa Landolf, BA, CAC-AD
Licensed Drug & Alcohol Counselor/Coordinator/Case Manager Lutherville Office
Melissa has her BA in Psychology and has been with Bergand for over 7 years now – she started out working in mental health and then, taught in Baltimore City for 2 years. She has been in the addiction field for over 23 years.
Bobby Gleason, MSW, LMSW
Licensed Drug & Alcohol Counselor/Coordinator/Case Manager - Lutherville Office
Bobby has been with Bergand since April 2020. He facilitates our IOP and OP groups throughout the week. Bobby initially went to school for mathematics. He eventually landed in social work and received his Bachelors in the spring of 2017. He decided to begin his master’s immediately after and graduated with that degree in the winter of 2018. Bobby has been a facilitator for over 8 years now and believes that group therapy is the most effective way to achieve long term sobriety.
Tiffany Bailey, CSC-AD
Licensed Drug & Alcohol Counselor/Coordinator/Case Manager - Fallston Office
Tiffany has over 12 years of experience working in the addictions field. She has experience working in a variety of settings, including medication assisted treatment, partial hospitalization, intensive outpatient and outpatient. She approaches her work with empathy and personal experience with 14+ years in recovery.
Ashley Petruno
Community Outreach Coordinator
Wendi Compton
Lead Office Manager – Fallston/Lutherville Offices
Wendi has been with Bergand since May 2018. Wendi oversees all day to day to operations at both of our facilities. Wendi is well versed in the treatment industry and committed to helping our patients succeed. She is just one of the friendly faces that our patients are greeted by upon entering treatment.
Ian Ugol
Office Manager – Lutherville Office
Ian brings a wealth of experience in addiction treatment to The Bergand Group, from personal experiences, education, and employment. Ian began working in the Addiction Treatment industry in 2016. He joined The Bergand Group in 2024. Ian understands the journey required for our clients to achieve success and maintain sobriety. Ian is focused on helping each individual identify resources available to continue treatment and rejoin the community.
Terisha Hall
Office Manager – Fallston Office
In 2024, Terisha joined The Bergand Group, demonstrating her tactical spirit and commitment to advancing healthcare services. Outside of her professional endeavors, she enjoys hiking and spending quality time with her son. Known for her generous nature, Terisha is always ready to support others and make a positive impact in her community.
Danielle DiPeppe
Office Administrator – Fallston Office
With 10 years of experience, Danielle is dedicated to ensuring that operations run smoothly and efficiently. Her role involves a diverse range of responsibilities, including managing schedules, coordinating communications, and supporting team members and patients in achieving their goals. Collaboration is key to a successful workplace, and she thrives on building positive relationships with colleagues and clients alike. She believes that building a solid network and maintaining consistency is the key to a successful recovery. Outside of work, Danielle enjoys exercising, reading, volunteering, and traveling, all of which help her maintain an open mind and balanced lifestyle.
Whitney Albrecht
ADT Case Manager/Coordinator – Fallston Office
Whitney grew up in the middle of nowhere Midwest, USA before moving to the city to pursue her passion for art. However, her own personal recovery experience, that started over 11 years ago, changed her career path and inspired her to dedicate her life to helping others overcome addiction. With over five years of experience in the recovery field, she has worked in detox and residential treatment settings, gaining a comprehensive understanding of different stages of recovery. Whitney began as a Peer Recovery Specialist doing street outreach, connecting individuals to treatment, and soon pursued formal education to become a licensed counselor. She believes that recovery is about finding balance, maintaining consistency, and learning how to accept joy and happiness back into our lives. She brings this compassionate and holistic approach to her sessions and group work, focusing on fostering hope, resilience, and personal growth.
Addressing each patient’s individual needs
Our Services
Intensive Outpatient Programs (IOP)
At the Bergand Group, our focus is on the treatment of chemical dependency, substance abuse, and co-occurring disorders.
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General and Addiction Psychiatry
The Bergand Group provides addiction psychiatry for individuals dealing with alcohol and substance abuse problems that co-occur with psychiatric disorders.
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DUI/DWI Educational Programs
The Bergand Group offers DUI/DWI educational programs for individuals that have been issued a DUI or DWI in the state of Maryland.
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Group Therapy
Addiction, as with many other mental disorders, is often best treated in a group format, especially in the early recovery and treatment process.
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Medication Management
The Bergand Group has a drug free/abstinence philosophy as the foundation to addiction treatment.
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Psychoeducational Programs
Keep up with The Bergand Group for special psychoeducational educational programs, which are often conducted by our nationally known educators.
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Relapse Prevention
The Bergand Group provides support throughout the entire recovery process for our clients.
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Our Office in Baltimore County
Convenient Location
Baltimore County Office
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1300 York Road, York Green
Building C, Suite 100
Lutherville, MD 21093 - 410-853-7691
- 443-519-5167