Seabrook, which is grounded in the Twelve Steps of Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) and Narcotics Anonymous (NA), provides a multifaceted medical approach to alcohol and drugs abuse, including yoga, EMDR, psychodrama, music therapy, and adventure based counseling. Our leadership team has 50 years of vast expertise and is committed to helping clients and their families make addiction recovery possible.
Amanda Boyle, MA LAC NCC
Chief Operating Officer
Amanda has dedicated the past decade to advancing the field of substance use disorder and mental health. With a Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health and Professional Counseling from Georgian Court University, which she earned in 2017, Amanda has built a diverse career encompassing roles such as therapist, utilization reviewer, and admissions specialist. Her commitment to patient-centered care has been the cornerstone of her professional journey.
In April 2024, Amanda transitioned to the role of Chief Operating Officer, bringing with her a wealth of experience and a strategic vision for enhancing treatment accessibility and fostering leadership within the Seabrook team. Prior to this role, she served as the Director of Admissions at Seabrook since April 2021, where she excelled in breaking down barriers to treatment and implementing innovative structures to improve patient outcomes.
Amanda’s leadership is characterized by her ability to empower her team and drive impactful change, solidifying her reputation as a forward-thinking professional in the mental health and substance use disorder field.
David Russo, MD, FAC
Medical Director
David P. Russo, MD, FACS serves proudly as Seabrook’s medical director. In 1986, Dr. Russo graduated from Hahnemann University as a doctor of medicine and completed his residency at Monmouth Medical Center. Following his residency, Dr. Russo joined the Surgical Associates of Huntingdon County where he began his surgical career. Doctor’s specialties included bariatric and various cancer procedures. His duties include meeting with patients to provide thorough medical diagnoses, and directing medical staff. Upon achieving his fellowship of addiction medicine in 2019, David Russo became a member of the American Society of Addiction Medicine and a certified preventative addiction medicine provider.
Brittnie-Lee Conover
Admissions Director
Brittnie is a highly skilled professional in admissions and mental health services, starting as an Admission Coordinator at Seabrook in September 2021. Her exceptional client care and organizational skills led to rapid promotions, first to Lead Admissions Coordinator in April 2022, then to Supervisor in May 2023, and ultimately to Director of Admissions in April 2024. With over a decade of experience in Substance Use Disorder and a commitment to making a difference, Brittnie excels in shaping admissions strategy and ensuring smooth transitions for those seeking recovery. She is also pursuing a master’s degree in clinical Mental Health Counseling at Wilmington University, further demonstrating her dedication to expanding her expertise and enhancing her ability to support individuals facing mental health challenges.
Jacquelyn Palladino Psy.D., M.S., M.S.
Director of Family Services
Jacquelyn Palladino is the Director of Family Services here at Seabrook and she oversees the Family Matrix Program. Dr. Palladino’s goal is to continue to positively expand aspects of the family program and incorporate as many family members as possible into the treatment process to further improve long term sobriety outcomes for our patients.
Dr. Palladino received her Masters in Mental Health Counseling (M.S.), Masters in Clinical Psychology (M.S.), and Doctorate in Clinical Psychology (Psy.D.) from Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine (PCOM). She has a diverse background utilizing evidence-based practices in working with children and adults diagnosed with depression, anxiety, and substance use disorders. She has previously worked in school, hospital, community, and primary care settings. Her biggest passion is helping families and patients gain a greater understanding of the family system and ways of functioning in a healthier manner.
Kelly Efchak, LPC, LCADC, SAP
Director of Business Development
Kelly is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and Clinical Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LCADC). She is also a Qualified Substance Abuse Professional (SAP) which allows her to perform substance abuse evaluations for Department of Transportation employees. She obtained her BA in Psychology and MA in Counselor Education. Kelly has been working in behavioral health services for over 15 years, where the majority of her experience is treating adults with substance use disorders. She worked as a Clinical Coordinator in detox/residential treatment starting in 2006 and in 2012, started her career in Business Development.
