Caryn Horn, LCMFT, Clinical Director, is a Licensed Clinical Marital and Family Therapist having earned her Master of Arts degree from LaSalle University in Clinical/Counseling Psychology, with a concentration in Marriage and Family Therapy. For over 10 years, Caryn has provided Individual, Couples, and Family Therapy. She utilizes an eclectic treatment approach, finding it important to meet each client where they are. Caryn is experienced in treating Anxiety, Depression, Adjustment issues, and Interpersonal issues. In her specialty of treating couples and families, she strives to promote healthy relationships and attachments. As Clinical Director, Caryn provides program oversight and works with all clinicians to ensure that high-quality care is provided to all clients.
Jackie Hirsch, LCSW-C, is a Licensed Certified Social Worker-Clinical having earned her Master of Social Work Degree from Salisbury University. She has experience working with children, adolescents, young adults, and families. While Jackie is open to treating various ages, her primary specialty is working with adolescents. Jackie utilizes a mindfulness-based approach and has completed a certificate for Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction for Teens. She is also certified in Animal-Assisted Therapy and incorporates her therapy dog, Rory, when appropriate. Jackie has expertise in treating ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Bipolar Disorder, and behavioral problems.
Courtney Herring, LCPC, is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, having earned her Masters degree in Clinical Psychology, specializing in Clinical Counseling, from Capella University. She has experience working with children, adolescents, and adults in group and individual settings. Courtney’s areas of expertise include Co-occurring mental health and substance abuse issues, Autism/Developmental Disabilities, Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD), Depression, Anxiety, Trauma, and Attachment Disorders. Her treatment approach is eclectic, as she finds it crucial to meet clients where they currently are; provide a safe environment, and encourage positive growth. While Courtney is open to working with any age group, her primary specialty is with adolescents and adults.
W. Wilson Sawyer, LCSW-C is a clinical social worker based in Berlin, Maryland. He graduated from the University of Maryland School of Social Work in 2007 and practiced in Washington DC Public Schools and Child Protective Services before joining Worcester Youth and Family Counseling and the Worcester County Health Department. He works with clients of all ages and diagnoses, though specializes in treating high school students and young adults with a range of conditions including autism, depression, anxiety, and bipolar disorder.
Mary Beth King, (often referred to as “MB”), LMSW, is a Baltimore native who vacationed in Ocean City as a child; now, she is fulfilling her lifelong dream of living in the area. She received a Bachelor of Science degree in Health Care Management from Towson University and later obtained a Master of Social Work degree with a focus in Mental Health and Substance Misuse from The Ohio State University. MB was a clinical intern here at Worcester Youth and has returned to us post-graduation as a licensed master social worker as of October 2024. She has experience working with all ages, but a significant portion of that experience has been working with kids and adolescents. She has a passion for working with a wide array of individuals and seeing every client for who they are as a person beyond just their diagnosis so that the therapeutic approach can be tailored to the client’s needs. MB aims to form a partnership with her clients to let them know that they are not alone in their journey to establish and achieve their goals.
Jill Loppnow, LGPC, has been a part of the Berlin community for ten years. She and her husband decided to make Berlin, MD their permanent home after moving around with the Coast Guard for many years. Jill received her B.S. in Psychology in 2022 from Liberty University and received a master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling in 2025. Jill completed our mental health clinical internship program in 2025 and has obtained Maryland licensure as a Licensed Graduate Professional Counselor (LGPC). She has always enjoyed helping others and is excited to offer her services to our community.
Jessica Hagy, LCSW-C,Jessica Hagy (she/her), Licensed Certified Social Worker–Clinical, helps adults who have suffered from chronic stress, anxiety, or trauma to feel more at ease and at home within themselves. She integrates trauma-informed, somatic techniques—including mindfulness, iRest® yoga nidra meditation, reiki, restorative yoga, and breathing—with person-centered and cognitive behavioral therapies. These approaches are carefully chosen and interwoven to help you regulate your nervous system, balance emotions, and feel more supported as you move through the specific challenges you face in life. If you are ready to try a holistic, therapeutic experience with Jessica, schedule an appointment with her today.
Clinical Intern- Camille Meddings is originally from Frederick County, Maryland and moved to Seaford, Delaware in 2022. She earned her BS in Sociology from James Madison University in 2019 and is currently pursuing her master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling with an emphasis in Marriage and Family Therapy from Colorado Christian University. Camille has a passion for working with couples, families, adolescents, and veterans. Camille believes in the power of collaborative therapeutic relationships and strives to empower her clients to achieve their personal and relational goals. In her free time, Camille enjoys spending time with her husband and toddler. She is excited to start her journey as an intern and looks forward to making a positive impact in the lives of those she works with!