Our Team

Lisa Pettinati started her career working in the first shelter in Philadelphia for homeless women and children. Her knowledge and skills expanded as she added more than 30 years of experience in behavioral health, helping individuals and families in crisis deal with mental illness and complex medical issues. Prior to joining Intervention Associates in 2014, Lisa fulfilled different roles and was promoted numerous times during her time working in behavioral health. Her expertise includes: management, consulting, intake and direct service. She earned an MS in administration of human services from Chestnut Hill College and a BSW from Temple University.

Deborah received her dual Masters in Social Services and Law & Social Policy at Bryn Mawr Graduate School of Social Work. She has spent over 30 years in nursing and rehabilitation centers. Her roles have included director of social work, case manager and clinical consultant. And she has traveled across the tri-state area training and supporting hundreds of skilled nursing facility social workers. She and her husband Brian have four grown children and her new joy is her 3 grandbabies. She is a Deacon in her church where she also serves as the parish social worker. Deborah returned to Intervention Associates in 2020 after enjoying working for the organization in the late 1990’s. She is very happy to again serve IVA clients.

Anna Kozlowska has joined Intervention Associates with a background in gerontology and a passion for improving quality of life of the geriatric population. Anna has been working with a diverse population of older adults providing services and care management in the community, as well as in an assisted living, senior center, and adult day center. Anna also had an honor of assisting veterans experiencing homelessness access and maintain permanent housing. With expertise and compassion, Anna has been able to help her clients overcome crises and realize their goals in challenging situations. Anna has a MS in gerontology form Hofstra University, and is currently pursuing clinical social work credentials at Bryn Mawr College.

Judy Siderer has been a care manager with Intervention Associates for 25 years.  She offers clients extensive experience working with diverse populations including geriatric, intellectually disabled, mental health, special needs and traumatic brain injury. Judy’s clinical expertise, communication skills, insight and sensitivity make her uniquely qualified to manage the most challenging circumstances.  As Senior Care Manager, she also provides clinical training and supervision for new care managers.   Judy Siderer earned a Masters of Social Work degree from Temple University and an undergraduate degree in psychology.