Approved Clinical Supervisor Lic# 1630| NJ LPC Lic# 37PC00225800 | NY LMHC Lic# 002829 I FL Telehealth Lic # TPMC7079
Paul Spergel is the founder and clinical director of the Chester Psychotherapy Group.
Dr. Spergel is a Licensed Professional Counselor with more than 34 years of experience and his practice includes adolescent and adult cognitive behavioral therapy. Dr. Spergel has a Ph.D in Counseling and Supervision and specializes in depression, mood disorders, Fibromyalgia, anxiety, substance abuse, relationship issues and family counseling. He is an approved clinical supervisor through the Center for Credentialing & Education (CCE) and graduated from a CACREP approved University.
Diverse Experience in the Field of Psychology
He received his B.A. in psychology from Seton Hall University, where he was a member of the National Honor Society in Psychology, followed by a master’s degree in psychology from Kean University. Paul received his Ph.D from Kean University and earned a 4.0 GPA. Dr. Spergel completed a clinical internship at Union County Psychiatric Clinic in Plainfield, NJ. He utilizes Cognitive Behavioral therapy, Rational Emotive Behavioral Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing as therapeutic techniques. Prior to founding Chester Psychotherapy Group, Dr. Spergel was on staff at Chilton Memorial Hospital, Morristown Memorial Hospital, and Bergen Regional Medical Center, where he was a licensed screener.
Active Member of Renowned Associations
Paul is the past Executive Director of the New Jersey Counseling Association and is a member of the American Counseling Association. He is a member of Psi Chi National Honor Society, Chi Sigma Iota National Honor Society, and Alpha Phi Omega National Service Fraternity. He is a past master of the Musconetcong Masonic Lodge and an Eagle Scout.
Emphasis on Philanthropy
Dr. Spergel has engaged in extensive volunteer service with the American Red Cross and previously served as the Mental Health Manager for the State of New Jersey. This role represented the highest-level volunteer appointment within the organization and involved participation in a wide range of emergency response efforts, including those following the September 11, 2001 attacks; Hurricanes Katrina, Gustav, Ike, and Sandy; and the emergency airplane landing on the Hudson River.
A Thought Leader
Dr. Spergel has published numerous articles and frequently lectures on managing insurance issues and running a private practice. He is currently writing a self-help book on fibromyalgia and contributing articles to the New Jersey Counseling Association. Paul is also an adjunct professor and academic advisor for psychology at Centenary University and is also an academic advisor for Kean University.
NJ Lic #44SC05580800
Kristin Staple is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over five years of experience working with children and adolescents of all ages. Kristin employs a relaxed and friendly therapeutic environment while utilizing cognitive behavioral therapy and behavior modification. Kristin has worked with a variety of mental health issues with children and adolescents such as Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Depression, Oppositional Defiance Disorder, Anxiety, and mood disorders. Kristin has also worked with children and adolescents who have gone through a divorce or suffered from low self-esteem.
Kristin Staple earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work at Ramapo College of New Jersey and earned her Master’s Degree in Clinical Social Work at Rutgers University.
NJ Lic #444SC05434800
Vicki Reinhard is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 20+ years of experience in a myriad of therapeutic settings. She has experience in working with individuals, families, groups, and crisis counseling and in doing so has honed her skills for engaging reluctant and resistant clients. She has worked with children, adolescents, and adults using a diverse blend of cognitive-behavioral and interpersonal style therapy. Vicki’s sessions are centered on developing trusting connections with her clients through empathy and genuine, caring concern. Her goal is to help others find their way to a happier life.
NJ Lic #37AC00563800
Alec is a Licensed Associate Counselor who holds a Master’s degree in counseling psychology from Duquesne University in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Alec has experience with children and adolescents, gaining initial experience working in schools alongside their special education departments. He has since gained experience with adults who suffer from anxiety, depression, personality disorders, medical issues, adjustment disorders, PTSD, and more. He employs a combination of cognitive behavioral therapy and solution-focused therapy, finding realistic and attainable goals that meet client needs. Alec is currently receiving supervision as he continues to pursue his license as a professional counselor.
Peter J. De Kleine, MA, LAC, is a Licensed Associate Counselor who holds a Master’s degree in Counseling Psychology from Centenary University in Hackettstown, New Jersey. He has been engaged in the field of psychology since 2007 and commenced practice with Chester Psychotherapy in the autumn of 2024. He is currently progressing toward full licensure as a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), anticipated in the autumn of 2026. Mr. De Kleine works with a broad range of age groups and is committed to providing a supportive and respectful therapeutic environment for individuals seeking meaningful psychological change. His clinical focus includes the treatment of depression, anxiety, men’s issues, LGBTQ+ concerns, schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and borderline personality disorder. Although he is dedicated to assisting clients in identifying and accessing appropriate resources, marriage and family counseling, as well as substance use treatment (including drug and alcohol–related concerns), fall outside his primary areas of specialization.
NJ LPC Lic #37PC00627700
Robert has been a Licensed Professional Counselor since 2018. He earned a Master’s degree in Counseling and an Educational Specialist degree in Professional Mental Health Counseling from Seton Hall University in 2012.
From 2010 to 2014, Robert received clinical supervision from Dr. Paul Spergel, Ph.D., LPC, founder of the Chester Psychotherapy Group, while employed at the Mental Health Association of Morris County. He subsequently worked as a habilitation counselor and later as a clinician at Rutgers University’s University Behavioral Health Care (UBHC) partial acute program from 2014 to 2022.
Robert has extensive experience providing individual and group psychotherapy to clients with co occurring mental health conditions, including depressive disorders, bipolar disorder, anxiety disorders, and adjustment disorders. He has also worked within Rutgers’ Employee Assistance Program, serving college students, educators, first responders (including EMTs), and couples. He also provides individual counseling and began working with active-duty military personnel experiencing posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and their families, with whom he continues to work at present.
Robert’s clinical approach emphasizes motivational interviewing, mindfulness-based and acceptance-based interventions, including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR), and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT).
Patricia is an executive with a unique and valuable blend of expertise in marketing, sales, operations, and regulatory & compliance. She gained her knowledge and expertise with medical insurance plans, eligibility & benefits, and the billing & claims process while working for one of the largest third-party providers in the medical insurance industry.
From its inception, she has been responsible for the day-to-day operations, human resources, and practice management of The Chester Psychotherapy Group. Patricia is a problem solver who adapts easily in the fast-changing insurance industry and has a high level of integrity and a tireless work ethic. She believes in doing everything possible for our clients to feel comfortable in our practice.
Along with her husband Paul Spergel, they present classes in practice management, insurance claims, and billing for peers in the mental health industry.
Queen Nala of Wisteria joined our team in November of 2018 at the age of 8 weeks. She is a registered golden retriever with the American Kennel Club and shares her maternal lineage with our beloved Abbi. She very quickly showed off her happy and playful personality alongside of Abbi. She has become a favorite of our child and adolescent clients as she has quickly grown out of her puppy stage and into a 4-year-old working on her therapy training. Nala is in the office most days and will be the first one to greet you as you enter our office!
Our beloved therapy dog, Princess Abigail of Panther Valley left us and crossed the rainbow bridge on March 30, 2020. Abbi was a member of the American Kennel Club and was registered as a psychiatric therapy dog by The Bright & Beautiful Therapy Dog Association. Abbi was an active member of our team for the past 14 years and had provided our clients with a warm and gentle approach, helping them to feel a sense of peace and security. Her loving spirit and calming demeanor had helped our clients relax and feel comfortable at our office. When she wasn’t working Abbi loved going camping, laying in the sun, and rolling around in the snow. She will truly be missed but her spirit and our memories of her will be with us forever.
Chester Psychotherapy Group
230 RT 206 Building 3, Suite 1
Flanders NJ 07836
NJ License#: 37PC00225800
NY License#: 002829
Phone: (973) 527-7072
Fax: (973) 527-7073
Monday-Thursday: 10am to 8pm
Friday: 10am to 6pm
Saturday: 9am to 1pm