I'm Jesus Plata, and I’ve spent over a decade dedicated to improving health and wellness through preventive care and nutrition. My journey began with a passion for making a positive impact on people’s lives, which led me to earn a Master’s in Public Health and a Bachelor’s in Nutrition and Food Science from Montclair State University. In my free time, I’m an avid powerlifter and mixed martial artist, passions that fuel my commitment to staying active and healthy. I also love youth coaching and being active with my family, especially my two sons, who inspire me every day to create a healthier future for the next generation. I’m excited to serve and be part of a team dedicated to making a meaningful impact in the community. Together, we can empower others with the knowledge and support they need to achieve their wellness goals and lead healthier lives.

I am licensed as a Psychologist in several states including New Jersey and New York, with over 20 years of direct counseling and therapeutic experience with individuals of all ages and families. In addition to continuing my therapeutic services in vocational and individual counseling, I administer psychological evaluations and vocational assessments. In order to keep myself abreast of the most current academic advances in the field of psychology, I serve as an Adjunct Faculty Member in higher education in New York City and supervise graduate level Mental Health Counseling students.

Dr. Gloria Mejia, MD, the Director of Pediatric Services at FSCS, has been servicing our Paterson community for over 20 Years and counting. Dr. Mejía is a general physician who graduated from the University of Cartagena (Colombia) in 1985; she obtained her pediatric degree at the Bronx Lebanon Hospital -Albert Einstein College of Medicine of Yeshiva University. Dr. Mejía takes great joy and responsibility for caring for children. Her nurturing persona represents the qualities any parent would want caring for their children. She considers herself a lifelong learner. Not only has she received advanced medical training in pediatrics, but continually pursues ongoing education to stay abreast of the latest in child health care.

Sandy is a retired English teacher (high school and College) for thirty years. In the course of her profession, she has advised, taught, and monitored both the hard copy and online versions of the school’s newspaper and literary magazine. She has always felt comfortable working within the education system and therefore feels privileged to join the Full Service Community School Health Center, aiding its social media. She enjoys working with the treatment coordinators, and feels privileged to help spread the word and services of the FSCS. Send all comments / questions: sandrahealthnwellness@gmail.com