Janaris
JANARIS PEÑA, PRACTICE MANAGER
I am here to help guide you with the process of starting care with Brooklyn Parent Support. I will be your first contact with our practice, explain our services and connect you with the clinician you would like to work with. Additionally, I oversee the daily operations of Brooklyn Parent Support. I aim to ensure a smooth and efficient workflow.
I am also the practice liaison in building community relationships with providers, organizations and groups who would like to partner with us.
Prior to working with Brooklyn Parent Support, I provided childcare and guidance to new parents as a Head Start teacher in Manhattan. I have an extensive background in, as well as my degree in Early Childhood Education.
I’m deeply committed to creating space where people feel seen, heard, and supported. I believe mental well-being is just as important as physical health — and everyone deserves access to the care they need to thrive.
Hablo español.
Megan
Megan Blanchfield, RN
I am currently a Registered Nurse working on UCLA Santa Monica's perinatal unit. I started my education at Hobart and William Smith Colleges and received a BS in Psychology. Following that, I moved to New York City and completed my Bachelor of Science in Nursing at NYU Rory Meyers College of Nursing. While at NYU, I focused my studies in the perinatal, working as a research assistant. I also completed Cornerstone's doula training to help prepare myself for a career in perinatal nursing.
Upon graduation, I started at New York Presbyterian Columbia's High Risk Obstetrics unit as a Labor & Delivery nurse. I quickly became intrigued with the birth world. My passion for assisting with the birth process (prenatal, intrapartum, and postpartum) has continued to grow and has landed me in my current role as a perinatal nurse. I am excited to incorporate my experience in perinatal nursing with my background in psychology and be a resource for parents during challenging times.
Aliya
Aliya Feldman, Revenue Cycle Manager
Aliya graduated summa cum laude from Hunter College with a double major in religion and politics and a minor in urban studies. She was editor of her family’s newspaper the Arkansas Leader through which she won the American Press Association’s national prize for environmental reporting. She has also worked as a political strategist for New York State candidates.
Aliya has worked for several small businesses as a billing coordinator. As the revenue cycle manager, she works to improve the patient experience while ensuring the stability and execution of billing streams. She loves working behind the scenes with Brooklyn Parent Support families!
Shirley
SHIRLEY KHAN, ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT
I recently graduated from Hunter College with a major in Human Biology and a minor in Psychology. I help out with administrative procedures, particularly for new intakes, such as scheduling, creating patient charts, processing forms and so on. I work mostly behind the scenes, assisting the admin team and clinicians, but correspond with clients as needed. I am happy to help you start your care with Brooklyn Parent Support!