Our Talented Team Members
Abbie Kasoff
Founder/CEO
Say It With Clay (SIWC) is a private, non-profit Organization founded by Chief Executive Officer Abbie Kasoff. Abbie holds dual degrees in Art Therapy and Ceramics from the University of the Arts in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
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Nancy T. MacGregor
MA, ATR-BC, ATCS, LPAT, LPC. ACS, CCS, Clinical Director
Nancy believes in the power of the therapeutic relationship and that everyone has the strength to improve his or her relationship with the world given the opportunity.
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Rene Marrero
Director of Operations
Rene Marrero graduated from The College of New Jersey with a bachelor’s in psychology. He has worked with children and families in the non-profit social service setting for 20 years with experience in case management, community outreach, information technology, and management. He has made it his goal to keep families and communities healthy. He is also Co-Chair of the Community Network Association (CNA) of Camden County.
Annie Rojas
Grant Writer/Consultant
Annie Rojas works as a public health consultant and grant writer. She is a registered dietitian nutritionist and has had a lifelong love affair with food.
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Ricci Sheridan
Therapeutic Clay Teacher
Ricci Sheridan! After nearly two decades of involvement at Say It With Clay, whether long ago participating in mommy & me classes with her daughters, volunteering for various fundraising events or more recently enrolling in adult classes, the timing is right for Ricci to become a permanent member of the Say It With Clay team as a therapeutic clay teacher. A graduate of the University of the Arts with a BFA in crafts, Ricci has always been drawn to the power of clay and has witnessed the therapeutic benefits of creating one-of-a-kind pieces from concept to fine art. Ricci is most excited to work one on one creating masterpieces with young adults having diverse special needs.
Alex Kachenko
Ceramics Clay Specialist/ Kiln Technician
Alex is a self-taught, professional potter living and making work in Philadelphia. He has been working as an artist since 2013.
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Zahera Leacock
Therapeutic Clay Teacher/
Hi, I am Zahera! I was born and raised in Philadelphia and have a background in Anthropology and cultural studies with a concentration in Pre-health studies. I am passionate about helping people prioritize all aspects of health and wellness. I have experience as a state-appointed behavioral assistant and EMT, currently working toward promoting public health initiatives in at-risk communities.
I have always been passionate about the arts, taking art classes and visiting museums in my free time. I have experience with clay and acrylics and joined Say It with Clay to explore and share my love for clay. I'm looking forward to helping people turn their visions into reality and making colorful memories with the clients and staff at Say It with Clay!
Regan Kaiden
Program Coordinator
Regan is a Collingswood resident and proud mom of three boys. She has worked in education in various capacities for over 20 years and believes strongly in the mission and incredible work Say It With Clay does everyday and is excited to be a part of this wonderful community!
Gabriel Slimm
Building Maintenance
Gabe works as a caretaker at Say It with Clay, helping with jobs inside and outside of the studio. He also enjoys getting his hands dirty with clay projects.
Gabe graduated from the Career and Community Studies program at The College of New Jersey. He now lives in Collingswood and participates in the JEVS program there. Gabe also loves the theater and enjoys doing shows at the Ritz Theatre Company./
Erin Kingham
Therapeutic Clay Teacher
My name is Erin Kingham, and I am from Haddon Township, NJ. I have my bachelors in Health Sciences and Psychology. Currently, I am studying for my Doctorate of Physical Therapy at Lebanon Valley College. I am super-excited to be working at Say it with Clay, where I first learned ceramics. One of my favorite parts about working with clay is the ability to use my hands to create something new.
Lacie Gray
Advanced Clay Teacher
My name is Lacie Kasoff Gray. I went to Johnson & Wales for Culinary Arts and Food Service Management. I'm a trained chef and a lover of clay. I love teaching camp and learning new techniques!
Sam Sheridan
Assistant Clay Teacher
Sam Sheridan lives here in Collingswood and is currently a senior at Collingswood High School. Sam started creating with clay in the studio around the age of four and has been involved with Say It With Clay in some capacity ever since. For several years she’s been a volunteer on SIWC’s Youth Committee and has been of service at numerous events including Faces of Value and fundraisers for local animal shelters (her favorite). More recently, Sam has become a permanent member of the Say it With Clay team assisting with both remote and on site classes and birthday parties. Sam’s favorite thing about being part of the SIWC family is the delight she receives from working with both adults and children with diverse special needs.
Jacey Ludlam
Art Therapist
Hello, my name is Jacey Ludlam. I’m a recent graduate of Cedar Crest College in Allentown, PA. I dual majored in Art Therapy and Psychology in my time there and am currently working on pursuing my master’s degree. I love working with kids and work at a school when I’m not in the studio. I worked in my school’s ceramic studio for three years and am very happy to be back to working with people and clay.
Hope Irion
Art Therapist/LPC/Consultant
Hope Irion is a board certified art therapist and a licensed professional counselor currently located in Saratoga, NY. Hope is also a practicing potter with 10 years of experience. Her passions include supporting people of all ages and abilities with finding and expressing their creative voices within.
Megan Richards
Clay Teacher
Megan Richards is a local artist, currently focusing on ceramics. Megan graduated from Rowan University summa cum laude with a bachelor's in Art Education and a minor in Art History.
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Hope Rossell-Wood
Director Of Our Youth Committee
Hello! I’m Hope, the new Youth Committee Director. Working with clay has brought me so much joy and I’m excited to contribute to the mission of SIWC through working with our youth. I’ve been taking classes at SIWC since 2017 and my daughter has also started her journey as an artist in SIWC’s youth programming. My husband, daughter and I have lived in Collingswood since 2016. I do social work for a non-profit agency helping adults with developmental disabilities as my full-time gig and do art in my spare time.
Cassidy Anderson
Public Relations & Marketing
Cassidy Anderson recently graduated from Rowan University with Bachelor's degrees in Theatre and Public Relations. She is currently working toward a Master's degree in Strategic Communications. Throughout college, she always had the goal of working for a non-profit and wanted to use her skills in ways that would benefit the lives of others. She grew up in a household surrounded by art, music, and theatre and greatly appreciates their impact on people.
Kendall Keller, ATR, LPC Art Therapist/ Therapeutic Clay Teacher
Kendall (she/her) is a Registered Art Therapist and Licensed Professional Counselor with a demonstrated history of working with children, adolescents, and adults who struggle with various mental health challenges in a variety of settings. Kendall is passionate about integrating art and creativity into the counseling process and strongly believes that art-making can be used as a means for connection to your most true self. Kendall strives to create a therapeutic environment where you can feel safe to express emotions and lean into vulnerability, all while having fun!
David Inzinna
Therapeutic Clay Teacher
My name is David Inzinna, “The Artist Formerly Known as Mr. I.” I am a graduate from Kutztown University and hold a B.S. in Art Education. As a lifelong learner, I have also earned a Master’s Degree in Applied Technology from Wilmington University.
I enjoy inspiring and developing Artists by using a variety of Art mediums. Over the past 15 years,
I have taught a diverse group of Art students, which include students in a Gifted program, grades K-12. As a teacher, I have initiated and oversaw several after school Art programs and have been part of many summer programs. Venturing beyond the classroom, I collaborated with Artists of all ages creating murals and giving individualized Art instruction. Sculpture is my strength and passion as an Artist. Over the years, I have enjoyed creating several masks for the Faces of Value fundraising event. As an artist, I am empowered when creating both personal and commissioned Art pieces.
Sulaiha Bitar
Therapeutic Clay Teacher
Sulaiha graduated in 2019 from Rutgers University with a B.A. in Social Work and Gender Studies. A Philadelphia native, she grew up witnessing the impact unresolved generational trauma had on her community and decided that social work was her calling. Throughout her studies she has engaged and learned from many different populations including those with Autism, developmental disabilities, behavioral challenges, and youth residing in correctional facilities. Although new to the art scene, she strives to empower people from both a strengths-based perspective and a trauma informed approach.
Jo Ann Cooper
Billing Specialist
Jo Ann is a retired registered nurse, former slip-casting ceramic studio owner/operator, and proud Gigi to nine grandchildren. As a ceramic business owner, she has years of hands-on experience and a diverse knowledge of the power of clay. Her clients included those of all ages, all levels of ability, and special needs. She brings her nurturing spirit, enthusiasm, and business knowledge to Say it With Clay as our billing specialist.
Sophie Wasyliw Studio Manager & Clay Teacher
Sophie graduated from Arcadia University’s fine arts program in 2017, obtaining her Bachelors of The Arts with a concentration in ceramics. Since graduating, Sophie has been an instructor for summer camp programs, as well as summer programing for preschool aged kids. She is a firm believer in art access for all children and strives for a future where art is readily available for everyone. While clay is her main medium she also enjoys metals and jewlery making.
Sybil Cohen
Therapeutic Clay Teacher
Sybil happily comes to Say It With Clay after a 30 year career as a public school secondary art teacher. She has a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree from the Tyler School of Art of Temple University and a four year certificate of the Fine Arts from The Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts. In addition to working in clay, Sybil pursues other creative interests in painting and photography and her work can be seen on Instagram at @what.I.see23.
Cassidy Maeyer Assistant Studio Tech
Cassidy Maeyer is a student at Haddonfield Memorial High School. She attended workshops at Say It With Clay in middle school and always enjoyed the time she spent here. Cassidy loves working with clay, but wheel throwing is her favorite.
Dashiell Correia Assistant Studio Tech
Dashiell Correia Fisher lives in Collingswood and is currently attending Collingswood High School. Dash started making art ever since he could hold a pencil. He dabbles in a little bit of everything. From songwriting, writing, poetry, sketching, and now what Say It With Clay entails. Dash loves art (as you can tell) and as soon as he heard Say It With Clay was hiring, he immediately jumped aboard. Dash’s biggest aspirations are: to become an acclaimed writer and songwriter and to get into Princeton University.
Gopi Shah Art Therapist
Gopi Shah is a Licensed Associate Counselor (LAC) and a graduate of Drexel University’s Art Therapy and Counseling program. Gopi has experience working with children, teens, and adults in a variety of settings.
Gopi believes art can be used as a way of processing and communicating emotions. When it comes to the art-making process, Gopi encourages connection, discovery, creative autonomy, and play.