Our Team
Your Care Team
Every patient at The Shores is supported by a dedicated physician or nurse practitioner and a behavioral health clinician. This core team guides your care from day one.
You’ll also work with a broader team that may include:
- Social workers
- Nutritionists
- Pharmacists
- Recovery support specialists
- Art, rehabilitation and occupational therapists
With a permanent physician staff and 24-hour nursing care, we provide consistent, coordinated support focused on your safety and healing.
Chair of Psychiatry and Behavioral Health
Tobias Wasser, MD
Dr. Tobias Wasser oversees behavioral health services across Hartford HealthCare’s Fairfield Region, including The Shores. He works closely with clinical teams to ensure care is safe, consistent, and aligned with best practices. In addition to leading regional services, he serves as Chair of Psychiatry at Quinnipiac University’s Frank H. Netter MD School of Medicine, helping connect clinical care with ongoing medical education and research.
Regional Director
Eleanor Cronley, LMSW
Eleanor Cronley oversees operational leadership for behavioral health services across the Fairfield Region, working alongside clinical leadership to ensure programs run safely and efficiently. With more than 20 years of experience in behavioral health settings, she focuses on building strong teams and maintaining a supportive, well-coordinated environment for patients and staff.
Vice Chair for Clinical Services and Regional Medical Director
Andre Newfield, MD
Dr. Andre Newfield provides clinical leadership for inpatient psychiatric services across the region, including The Shores. He works closely with physicians and care teams to support consistent, evidence-based treatment. His oversight helps ensure that inpatient care is delivered safely and in alignment with established clinical standards.
Director of Nursing
Belinda Seak, RN, DNP
Belinda Seak oversees nursing services at The Shores, ensuring patients receive attentive, around-the-clock care. She works closely with physicians and clinical staff to maintain a safe, structured environment throughout treatment. Her leadership supports consistency in nursing practice and reinforces a strong focus on patient safety.
Vice Chair for Education and Residency Program Director
Remy A. Sirken, MD
Dr. Remy Sirken provides clinical leadership for inpatient psychiatric services, working closely with physicians, nurses, and therapists to guide treatment across units. He helps ensure care remains consistent, coordinated, and aligned with established standards. His oversight supports a structured environment focused on safety and thoughtful clinical decision-making.
Director of Clinical Services
Rachel Jakoboski, DSW, LCSW
Rachel Jakoboski oversees social work services at The Shores, helping ensure patients and families receive coordinated support throughout treatment. She works closely with the clinical team to guide discharge planning and connection to ongoing care. Her leadership helps maintain clear communication and continuity from admission through transition.
Director of Business Operations
Joyce Platz, MA
Joyce Platz oversees rehabilitation services at The Shores, supporting therapeutic programming that complements inpatient psychiatric care. She works with clinical and activity-based teams to provide structured opportunities that promote engagement and skill-building. Her leadership helps ensure patients have access to supportive services that reinforce progress throughout treatment.
An Academic Approach
Quinnipiac University
Through our academic collaboration with Quinnipiac University, The Shores serves as a residency training site for future mental health providers.
This partnership brings the latest research and innovations into your care plan while helping to train the next generation of practitioners.
We’re Here to Help
Ready to take the next step? Call us to ask questions, review your treatment options or complete a confidential intake to find care that’s right for you.
Welcome Center Hours: Monday to Saturday, 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM
