Aaron Tempel is a Substance Abuse Counselor at Tranquility Woods in Pasadena, Maryland. He is a Licensed Graduate Professional Counselor and a National Certified Counselor. He holds a Master's of Arts degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Valparaiso University in Valparaiso, Indiana. He has experience working in many modalities of treatment, with special interest in LGBTQ+ population advocacy for mental health and addiction awareness, de-stigmatization, and treatment. Through his experiences in providing mental health and addictions therapy, he firmly believes in the power of vulnerability and ability to experience and utilize emotions in a healthy, whole-hearted way. He is inspired to join his clients and their families through the spectrum of addiction, celebrating tghe empowering moments, bearing the hardships, and processing all experiences in between.

 

Gianni began working at Ashley Addiction Treatment in 2015 as a Physician Assistant. He received his PA degree in 2007 from the Rochester Institute of Technology. Prior to his start at Ashley in addiction medicine, he worked in a variety of specialties including emergency medicine, forensics, and orthopedics. He received his bachelor's degree in Psychology from William Patterson University in 1999 and has also worked as a personal trainer. In his time at Ashley Addiction Treatment, he has enjoyed the gift of serving others and helping people and families recover. He is passionate about the fields of preventative health, athletic performance, and wellness and has an interest in helping people maximize their capabilities in various areas of life that will improve the overall quality.