Board of Directors
Adrienne Naleppa, LGPC and Founder
Adrienne is a Licensed Graduate Professional Counselor and the founder of The New Pathway Mental Health Foundation. She is a Certified Trauma Professional, Certified Grief Professional, and Certified Family Reunification Specialist.
Her love for Jesus and her experience as a mother of two daughters shape her commitment to serving others. Through the Foundation, Adrienne works to make therapy more affordable on Maryland’s Lower Eastern Shore and support local therapists through supportive measures and continuing education.
Morgan Barr, President
Morgan Barr serves as Board President of The New Pathway Mental Health Foundation. Through her work with mental health practices, she gained firsthand insight into the challenges of navigating insurance, ensuring therapists are paid for their work, and helping clients afford care.
As co-owner of The Oyster Collective, a coastal concierge business, Morgan brings people together through experiences that reflect her belief in the value of community. She brings that same commitment to the Foundation’s work to make therapy more affordable and support the local professionals who provide it.
Jessica Ziegler, Vice President
Jessica Zeigler is the Coastal Branch Leader for Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices PenFed Realty, where she oversees four offices and more than 100 real estate professionals.
A mother of three and a passionate advocate for women, Jessica brings leadership experience and a personal understanding of the role faith and resilience can play in rebuilding after a difficult chapter.
After navigating a high-conflict divorce, Jessica became committed to helping others find their voices and get the support they need. She joined The New Pathway Mental Health Foundation to raise awareness about mental health and make counseling more affordable.
Jessica believes healing begins when people feel heard, supported, and reminded that their story is far from over.
Suzanne Evans, Treasure
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Nancy Creighton, Secretary
Nancy Creighton brings more than 40 years of healthcare leadership experience in Baltimore and on Maryland’s Eastern Shore to her role as Board Secretary of The Foundation. She served as CEO of Sinai Hospital’s Physician Hospital Organization and held senior managed care roles at the University of Maryland Medical System and St. Agnes Health Care. She retired in 2023 after 16 years with TidalHealth, where she served as Senior Director of Managed Care and led its Accountable Care Organization.
Nancy’s career in managed care gave her a close look at how insurance coverage and out-of-pocket costs can shape whether someone gets the care they need. That perspective informs her work with the Foundation, where she helps make counseling more affordable for people on the Lower Eastern Shore so they can reach out for support when they need it.
Jordan Braniff , Board Member
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Julie Parish, Board Member
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Chasity Simpson, Esq.
Board Member
Chasity Simpson joined the Maryland Office of the Public Defender in 2007 and became District Public Defender in 2013. She serves on the Maryland State Bar Association’s Board of Governors for the 2025–2027 term and is a member of the Maryland Bar Foundation and the American College of Trial Lawyers.
Chasity has seen how much therapy can help friends and family and how easily cost can put care out of reach. She serves on the board of the Foundation to help make therapy more affordable for residents of Maryland’s Lower Eastern Shore.
Inspiring Words
״At The New Pathway Mental Health Foundation, we believe in the transformative power of mental health support. Our mission is to remove financial barriers to mental healthcare while supporting the professionals who provide it"
About The New Pathway Mental Health Foundation
The New Pathway Mental Health Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to making mental health care more affordable for residents of Worcester, Wicomico, and Somerset counties. We help eligible residents pay for therapy sessions and copays. We also support local therapists through grants for continuing education and other supportive measures. Our mission is to help more people access the care they need while investing in the well-being and professionals of those who provide it.
Our Services
Affordable Therapy
Our main goal is to make therapy more affordable for people in our community. The New Pathway Mental Health Foundation helps eligible individuals pay for counseling sessions and copays. Through our vetted network of licensed therapists, we help you connect with a provider who can support you through the challenges you’re facing, with less worry about how to pay for care.
Support for Therapists (Coming Soon)
Our second goal is to expand continuing education opportunities for our local network of vetted therapists. Through The New Pathway Mental Health Foundation, therapists can apply for grants to help cover the cost of specialized training and additional certifications that address the needs of the clients they serve.
Our final goal is to build a lasting source of support for therapists in our community. Supporting their well-being helps therapists sustain the work they do and be present for the clients who count on them.
Middle School Summer Programs
(Coming Soon)
Our community programs focus on mental health education and awareness, providing workshops and resources to empower individuals and families. We aim to break the stigma around mental health and promote understanding and support in our communities.