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Meet the Team

Led by Dr. Jonathan H. Schwartz, our team provides comprehensive behavioral health care in New Bedford. With psychiatrists, nurse practitioners, psychologists, and social workers, we offer psychotherapy, medication management, coping skills education, and psychological testing for all ages. Our personalized approach addresses the connection between physical, mental, and emotional health to help patients improve their quality of life. Our skilled clinicians accept most insurances, give our office a call, and our team will gladly check your coverage and answer any questions you may have. We’re here to make the process simple and stress-free.

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Dr. Jonathan Schwartz

Medical Director

Dr. Jonathan Schwartz, MD, is a distinguished psychiatrist specializing in both adult and child psychiatry. He completed his medical degree at McGill University in Montreal, followed by advanced training at Massachusetts General Hospital (Adult Psychiatry) and Boston Children’s Hospital (Child Psychiatry). With more than 40 years of experience, Dr. Schwartz has extensive expertise in treating mood disorders, anxiety disorders, addictions, and ADHD. From 1985 to 2016, he served as the psychiatrist at UMass Dartmouth and now leads the team at Springtime Psychiatry Group and its companion practice, Concierge TMS.

Allison Cunningham

PMHNP

Allison is a board-certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with nearly a decade of emergency medicine experience and two years in inpatient psychiatry at McLean Hospital. Allison's background includes 8 years in the Marine Corp Reserves with a deployment to Iraq as a combat engineer. She provides comprehensive evaluations and medication management for depression, anxiety, mood disorders, and complex psychiatric conditions. Known for her calm, evidence-based approach, Allison partners with patients to create personalized treatment plans that support long-term mental wellness.

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Wanda Nunes

PMHNP

As a nurse, Wanda served in hospital, community health, and school settings, where she supervised a team of 70 nurses. Witnessing the growing mental health challenges—especially following the pandemic—motivated her to pursue a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) degree. Wanda’s two decades of nursing experience helps her provide personalized psychiatric care and create tailored treatment plans that support individuals of all ages in navigating their mental health journeys.

Justin Laprise

DSW, LICSW

Justin specializes in psychotherapy for adolescents and young adults, supporting them through life transitions and challenges. He uses a strength-based approach alongside cognitive behavioral therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, and training in dialectical behavior therapy and exposure and response prevention. With over 12 years of experience, Justin is dedicated to helping individuals build resilience, reach their goals, and navigate life’s changes with support and guidance.

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Taking the step to reach out is a sign of strength. Whether you have questions, need more information, or are ready to schedule an appointment, our compassionate team is here to help. Give us a call at 508-997-6091 to book your appointment at one of our four convenient locations.​

South Shore​

124 Long Pond Road

Plymouth, MA 02360

South Coast

106 Spring Street

New Bedford, MA 02740

Mashpee

11 Cape Drive, Suite 12 

Mashpee, MA 02649

Yarmouth Port

477 Main Street

Yarmouth Port, MA 02675

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