Our Team
FOUNDER, CLINICAL DIRECTOR
ARIELLE SEIDLER, LCSW-C
Arielle Seidler is a licensed clinical social worker in Maryland. She entered the field in 2013 after completing her MSW degree at the University of Pennsylvania’s School of Social Policy and Practice. She went on to complete a 3-year intensive training program with the Gestalt Therapy Institute of Philadelphia (GTIP). She has also trained with experiential and psychodrama experts and uses a blend of these different techniques in her clinical and supervisory work.
Arielle’s career has focused on addiction and trauma treatment with particular focus on couples and family therapy work. While working as a therapist for a highly respected addiction treatment program, she recognized the need for more intensive family therapy services and had a large role in developing, implementing and running their family programming. Arielle ultimately went on to hold more leadership positions in the field including as a supervisor and clinical director.
Arielle provides clinical supervision and leadership for (Re)Connect Therapy Center in addition to supporting all daily operations. Arielle does not see clients through (Re)Connect Therapy Center but does offer individual therapy, relationship therapy and intensives through her own practice. For more information you can visit aseidlerlcswc.com
NATURE-INFORMED THERAPY, BRAINSPOTTING, CERTIFIED EXPERIENTIAL SPECIALIST
LIESL BLUMENTHAL, LMSW, CAC-AD
Liesl Blumenthal is a trauma-informed therapist who specializes in developmental and attachment trauma, addiction and experiential healing. Rooted in the principles of attachment theory, Liesl brings a warm, relational presence that helps clients rebuild trust, process early wounds, and move toward lasting emotional resilience.
Her integrative approach combines nature-informed therapy, brainspotting, and experiential modalities such as psychodrama, sand tray therapy, and mindfulness. Liesl believes that true healing happens not just through insight, but through experience when the body, mind, and emotions are engaged together.
Before becoming a therapist, Liesl had a successful career in human resources, which gives her a unique perspective on workplace stress, burnout, life transitions. This unique background informs her holistic understanding of the challenges her clients face.
Outside of her work, Liesl enjoys being in nature, spending time with her two adult children, and going on walks with her dog, Bo.