Heart & Mind Coaching and Consulting 

I'm a certified life coach with over 15 years of experience supporting children, adolescents, young adults, and families through academic, personal, and life challenges. With a background in special education, training in clinical mental health counseling, and an LDT-C (Learning Disabilities Teacher-Consultant) certification, I bring a unique blend of educational expertise, coaching, and compassionate guidance to every client I work with. My journey began long before I entered the field of education. Growing up during the Bosnian War taught me the power of resilience, hope, and perseverance. Those experiences shaped my belief that while we can't always control the circumstances we face, we can choose how we respond—and those choices have the power to create meaningful change. That belief is the foundation of Heart &amp; Mind Coaching &amp; Consulting. Whether I'm working with an adolescent building confidence, a parent seeking guidance, or an individual navigating a life transition, my goal is always the same: to create a supportive, encouraging space where people feel seen, understood, and empowered to move forward. At Heart &amp; Mind, I combine evidence-informed strategies with empathy, practical tools, and personalized coaching to help clients gain clarity, strengthen essential life skills, and create lasting, meaningful growth because meaningful change starts with both the heart and the mind.

Morris County

 Jack Slocum

New York City Metropolitan Area

Morris Township-Morris Plains

New Jersey

I'm a certified life coach with over 15 years of experience supporting children, adolescents, young adults, and families through academic, personal...

Chatham-Based Landscape Design & Construction

Coviello's Outdoor Living

Coviello's Outdoor Living is a third-generation, family-owned outdoor design-build company serving New Jersey since 1973. Based in Chatham New Jersey, our work centers around thoughtful landscape design and installation, from comprehensive planting plans and mature specimen installations to complete property transformations. We also specialize in custom hardscapes, pools, drainage and sitework, retaining walls, lighting, and integrated outdoor living spaces. Every project is approached with an emphasis on craftsmanship, coordination, and creating outdoor environments that feel cohesive, timeless, and naturally connected to the home.

Chatham

Coviello's Outdoor Living is a third-generation, family-owned outdoor design-build company serving New Jersey since 1973. Based in Chatham New...

Vincent Matrisciano for Congress

New Jersey native Vince Matrisciano is running for Congress in NJ District 11 as a “Common Sense Independent.” Running as an Independent, he is not controlled by either party or special interests. His campaign is grounded in transparency, accountability, and respect for the rights and responsibilities of every American. He believes that strong leadership requires both economic strength and compassion, and supports policies that promote innovation, expand opportunity, and help communities thrive. 

Jefferson

New Jersey native Vince Matrisciano is running for Congress in NJ District 11 as a “Common Sense Independent.” Running as an Independent, he is not...

Luxury Apartments at Cranford’s Hyatt Hills

Fairways at Cranford

Fairways at Cranford is a newly developed luxury apartment community offering modern one- and two-bedroom residences in one of Union County’s most desirable locations. Set alongside the scenic Hyatt Hills Golf Course, the community offers a rare “living on the green” experience—combining peaceful surroundings with convenient access to everything Cranford has to offer. Each residence features thoughtfully designed layouts with contemporary finishes, in-unit washer and dryer, and high-quality appliances. Residents also enjoy a full suite of amenities, including a fitness center, resident lounge, coworking spaces, and professionally maintained outdoor areas. Located just minutes from downtown Cranford, Fairways provides easy access to restaurants, shopping, and NJ Transit service with direct connections to New York City—making it ideal for commuters and those seeking a balance between suburban comfort and urban accessibility. Professionally managed by Greystar, Fairways at Cranford delivers a refined rental experience in a highly sought-after market. Schedule a tour today to experience elevated living at Fairways at Cranford.

Union County

Cranford

Fairways at Cranford is a newly developed luxury apartment community offering modern one- and two-bedroom residences in one of Union County’s most...

Insurcomm Restoration

After everything goes wrong, you deserve the confidence and comfort of everything going right. 	 Insurcomm Restoration is your trusted local partner for full-service property damage restoration — from emergency response and mitigation through complete reconstruction, all under one roof. For over 30 years, we've helped homeowners, businesses, municipalities, and insurance carriers recover from water damage, fire and smoke, mold, biohazard incidents, and catastrophic events.	 Our Services: • Water Damage Cleanup &amp; Mitigation • Fire &amp; Smoke Damage Restoration • Mold Remediation • Biohazard &amp; Environmental Cleanup • Contents Cleaning &amp; Restoration • Full Reconstruction &amp; Rebuild • 24/7 Catastrophe Response	 	 Why Insurcomm: • 24/7 Emergency Help Line — fast response when minutes matter • IICRC-Certified Professionals delivering precision craftsmanship • Dedicated project management with a single point of contact • Clear, transparent communication from first notice of loss to final walkthrough • Trusted by national and regional insurers for day-to-day claims and complex losses		 Insurcomm is a Fortify Company, a national property protection platform with 100+ markets nationwide. Locally rooted, nationally backed.		 Call our 24-hour response line: (844) 424-9283

Burlington County

Burlington

Southampton

After everything goes wrong, you deserve the confidence and comfort of everything going right. Insurcomm Restoration is your trusted local partner...

PSE&G

Public Service Electric &amp; Gas Co. is New Jersey’s oldest and largest gas and electric delivery public utility, as well as one of the nation’s largest utilities. PSE&amp;G has won the ReliabilityOne® Award for superior electric system reliability in the Mid-Atlantic region for 24 consecutive years. In 2025, for the fourth consecutive year, J.D. Power named PSE&amp;G number one in customer satisfaction for residential electric service in the East among large utilities.  PSE&amp;G is a subsidiary of Public Service Enterprise Group Inc., (PSEG) (NYSE:PEG), a predominantly regulated infrastructure company named to the Dow Jones Sustainability Index for North America for 17 consecutive years (www.pseg.com).

Somerset County

Alexis Tarrazi

Bridgewater

Public Service Electric & Gas Co. is New Jersey’s oldest and largest gas and electric delivery public utility, as well as one of the nation’s...

Transforming New Jersey Backyards Into Private Oases

The Pool Boss

Based in Wayne, New Jersey, The Pool Boss is an award-winning design and construction firm recognized as one of the "world’s greatest" pool companies and a premier builder in New Jersey. Specializing in rapid, high-quality installations and custom backyard transformations, the company offers elite amenities including fire pits, landscaping, hardscaping, water features, and outdoor kitchens. As an owner-operated company, The Pool Boss is led by founder and CEO Christopher Argenziano, whose hands-on approach ensures accountability and precision for every project. Built on the philosophy that a five-star experience is created by people rather than just plans, The Pool Boss provides bespoke designs tailored to the unique vision and needs of every family. 

Basking Ridge

Based in Wayne, New Jersey, The Pool Boss is an award-winning design and construction firm recognized as one of the "world’s greatest" pool...

Preschool, Full Day Kindergarten & Summer Camp 

Gingham Giraffe Preschool & Kindergarten

Gingham's mission is rooted in play-based education driven by student success,  tailored to provide education and childcare for today's lifestyle. This means flexibility, inclusivity,  and an acute understanding of how modern parents are raising their children. Gingham is known for its academics and robust afternoon electives program which includes classes like Sports &amp; Games, Dramatic Arts, STEAM, and Table Manners, as well as the six month age span in each classroom. Gingham's Full Day Kindergarten is a small, tech-free class, ideal for individualized learning. Summer Camp is also a stand-out, providing a fun, theme-based program in a preschool setting through the end of July. 

Gingham's mission is rooted in play-based education driven by student success, tailored to provide education and childcare for today's lifestyle....

Tailored Financial Strategies. Personal Service.

Ridgedale Wealth Management Group of Wells Fargo Advisors

As a Senior Financial Advisor with Wells Fargo Advisors, I can deliver a wide range of investment planning strategies tailored to your unique needs. Whether you are investing for retirement, education expenses or some other goal, I will help you make informed decisions about your investment strategy. You have access to additional resources available through affiliates, including trust and estate services, insurance products, and much more. For more information about how I may be able to help you pursue your financial goals, please contact me. Insurance products are offered through nonbank insurance agency affiliates of Wells Fargo &amp; Company and are underwritten by unaffiliated insurance companies. Trust Services are available through Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. Member FDIC and Wells Fargo Delaware Trust Company, N.A. Wells Fargo Advisors and its affiliates do not provide legal or tax advice. Any estate plan should be reviewed by an attorney who specializes in estate planning and is licensed to practice law in your state. Investment and Insurance Products are: • Not Insured by the FDIC or Any Federal Government Agency • Not a Deposit or Other Obligation of, or Guaranteed by, the Bank or Any Bank Affiliate • Subject to Investment Risks, Including Possible Loss of the Principal Amount Invested Investment products and services are offered through Wells Fargo Advisors, a trade name used by Wells Fargo Clearing Services, LLC, Member SIPC, a registered broker-dealer and non-bank affiliate of Wells Fargo &amp; Company. PM-07102027-7259465.1.6

Mendham-Chester

Ridgedale Wealth Management Group of Wells...

As a Senior Financial Advisor with Wells Fargo Advisors, I can deliver a wide range of investment planning strategies tailored to your unique needs...

The Chatham Club

At The Chatham Club, we offer an exceptional fitness experience with state-of-the-art cardio and strength equipment, expert personal trainers, and a wide range of weekly group fitness classes. Our outdoor MoveStrong training area adds a unique edge to your workout, while our Sports Performance Training hones the skills of junior high, high school, and college athletes. With an active squash program on five international courts and two age-specific babysitting areas, we’re designed to meet the needs of everyone in the family. We take pride in creating an attractive, engaging, and impeccably clean facility with all the amenities needed to make your workout effective, efficient, and enjoyable.

At The Chatham Club, we offer an exceptional fitness experience with state-of-the-art cardio and strength equipment, expert personal trainers, and...

30 Day Discount for new Live In Aide cases

Aquinas Healthcare

Aquinas Healthcare is offering Patch readers a discount for Live In Aide care for $299 per day for the first 30 days of services.  If you are on the fence regarding hiring a Live In Aide, do a 30 day trial to see if it works for your situation.  New clients should mention this Patch discount when they sign up for basic Live In care.  Aquinas Healthcare is a family owned and operated Licensed Health Care Service Firm providing Live In Home Health Aides, Hourly Home Health Aides and Nurses in N.J.  We work with our families to match our caregivers with our clients.  Our employees like working for our firm , because they know we will make sure we are there to support them.  We are National Institute for Home Care Accredited and our A+ rating by BBB supports the pages of positive client reviews of our team's commitment to insure your family member receives the best care.  If you have questions regarding Home Care, Senior Residences, Facilities or Nursing Homes in our area feel free to call our office for guidance to understand your family's best options and learn from our experiences in facilities you may be considering.     

Aquinas Healthcare is offering Patch readers a discount for Live In Aide care for $299 per day for the first 30 days of services. If you are on the...

Nightly Dinner Specials Available now at the Fairmount Country Store. Order and pick up by 6:30. Unique dinner choice each night, Mon thru Thurs. This week we are serving Marinated Flank Steak, Mussels Marinara, Cuban Roast Pork and Salmon---all withe lots of sides... Like us on FB to see specials and prices, call the store at 973-635-6100 OR email at <a href="mailto:lmariano508@yahoo.com" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">lmariano508@yahoo.com</a> to get on our mailing list!!

Nightly Dinner Specials at FCS, get on our email list or like us on FB!!

Local Voices

Madison

Summit

New Providence-Berkeley Heights

Essex County

Millburn-Short Hills

East Hanover-Florham Park

Springfield

Morristown

Eric Kiefer

Livingston

Westfield

Join us as our whole church family - kids, parents, grandparents, teachers, friends, and neighbors - comes together to pray over students, educators, and schools, including those connected to our mission partners.
This year’s theme is “Remember, I AM with you always.” (Matthew 28:20). Each prayer room will focus on one of Jesus’ seven I AM statements from John’s Gospel, helping participants of all ages reflect on who He is and what His character means for daily life. ​ Interactive prayer spaces, created by members of the NPPC family, include simple directions, prayer points, hands‑on activities, sensory elements, and meaningful take‑home reminders. A host will greet you, guide you, and answer any questions.This year's schedule is as follows:
<ul><li>Sunday 8/16 9-10 &amp; 11:30-3</li><li>Monday 8/17 11-2 &amp; 7-9</li><li>Tuesday 8/18 8-Noon</li><li>Wednesday 8/19 1-5</li><li>Thursday 8/20 5:30-7:30</li><li>Friday 8/21 Noon-3</li><li>Saturday 8/22 10-2</li><li>Sunday 8/23 10-1</li></ul>


This is a community‑wide outreach opportunity. Invite family, friends, and neighbors to join us in praying for the next generation and the schools they love.&nbsp;For more dates and times, check out our&nbsp;<a href="https://www.thecornernj.com/events" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">website</a>.

Local Event: New Providence Presbyterian Church Hosts Back to School Prayer Week

New Providence Presbyterian Church Hosts Back...

Join us as our whole church family - kids, parents, grandparents, teachers, friends, and neighbors - comes together to pray...

New Providence Presbyterian Church Hosts Back to School Prayer Week

🌱 Patch AM: Free Bone Density Screening To Be...

Make time for New Providence Presbyterian Church Hosts Back to School Prayer Week on the Chatham Patch calendar

🌱 Patch AM: Free Bone Density Screening To Be Offered In Chatham

Community Corner

Free Bone Density Screening To Be Offered In...

The event will take place at the Library of the Chathams.

Free Bone Density Screening To Be Offered In Chatham

Morris Co. Woman's Death Prompts Statewide...

The upcoming influx of police patrols will be dedicated to a woman who was killed by a distracted driver earlier this year. 

Morris Co. Woman's Death Prompts Statewide Police Initiative

Crime & Safety

Middlesex County

East Brunswick

NYC Man Visiting South River Exposed Himself To...

Detectives believe there may be more victims and are asking the public for help.

NYC Man Visiting South River Exposed Himself To Residents, Police Say

Warrant Issued For Man Who Exposed Himself To Multiple NJ Town Residents: Cops

Somerville Man Hacked Wife To Death With...

Court documents obtained by Patch detail the events leading up to and after the deadly domestic violence in Somerville.

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