Presence Developmental Services

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Just a reminder, Wednesday, September 4 at 11am!! Diverse Abilities Dialogues! Early Intervention Awareness Panel!

A Guide for Families to Understanding Supports & Services Administered by OPWDD September 9 @ 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm Please join Parent to Parent of NYS, for this great presentation on A Guide for Families to Understanding Supports & Services Administered by OPWDD. Register here: https://lnkd.in/da87Dn4Q #opwdd #nys #specialneedfamily

?? Provider Spotlight Heather Phillips, LMSW ?? Heather has been a practicing social worker for over a year, providing individual, couple, and family therapy sessions. Before receiving her Master's in Social Work from Fordham University, she gained over 10 years of experience working with people with intellectual or developmental disabilities. This experience includes working in residential programs, a summer camp, care coordination, community habilitation, and respite services. Area of Focus: Anxiety, depression, ADHD, adjustment, anger, self-esteem, grief, personality disorder, relationship skills, and deaf. Treatment Approach: Coping skills, problem-solving, collaboration, CBT, DBT, SBT, Strength-based, and coaching. #presencecounseling #presence #PCS #presencedevelopmental

?? Provider Spotlight: Lauren J. Clark, MS, CCC-SLP Lauren has been a passionate speech-language pathologist since 2009. Lauren hails from the Buffalo area and is passionate about her work and the connections that it makes (as well as all things Buffalo...Go Bills!) Lauren believes fully in the power of therapy and loves what she does. She attended Buffalo State College and completed her undergraduate degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders in 2007. From there, Lauren went on to Syracuse University for her Master's degree in the same area and graduated in 2009. She completed her Clinical Fellowship and proudly holds a Certificate of Clinical Competence as a licensed Speech-Language Pathologist. Lauren has worked with all age ranges from 18 months-99 years of age and works diligently and mindfully in developing effective treatment plans for individuals in Early Intervention, CPSE, CSE & ISP populations. She makes sure to keep up licensure, completes continuing education courses and has had the distinct honor to mentor new speech-language pathologists. Lauren is a basketball and bowling coach for the Unified Sports Program (a division of Special Olympics) helping High School Students with and without developmental delays play on one team and achieve their goals. Lauren has two young children (Lennox, 3 years & Bruno, 3 months). She looks forward to continuing working with families in her area! #southerneriecounty #PDS #presencedevelopmental #Presence

?? Provider Spotlight: Lydia Kehoe, MHC ?? Lydia received an M.A. in Professional Counseling from Liberty University in Virginia, and completed her graduate school clinical hours with Court Services and Offender Supervision Agency in SE Washington D.C. Her clinical internship included counseling clients with substance abuse and co-occurring disorders, along with case management. While in the D.C. Metro area, Lydia also regularly volunteered with Jill’s House, a non-profit caring for children with special needs. Thereafter, in New York, She worked as a Medicaid Service Coordinator and currently as a Care Manager supporting people diagnosed with Developmental Disabilities. Lydia provided services to young children through older adults. Additionally, continue part-time work in an addiction treatment and drug rehabilitation center supporting people struggling with substance abuse, addictions, and other mental health diagnoses. Currently, she has a Limited Permit with NYS to practice Mental Health Counseling and also has a CASAC II. I love helping others to better their lives and I truly enjoy seeing people succeed. Areas of focus: She loves working with children, and is experienced in supporting people with Developmental Disabilities, who may also have a mental health diagnosis. She has worked with all age ranges and regularly works with families as well to support the person with a disability. Has experience helping people with substance abuse and co-occurring disorders. Furthermore, she is very knowledgeable of leading groups and actively leads Narcotics Anonymous and Alcoholics Anonymous groups as well. Treatment Approach: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, problem-solving, wellness, coping strategies, motivational support, and teaching/encouraging independence. My strengths include working with children and adults with Developmental Disabilities, and I have worked with many families as well. I am very knowledgeable about ADHD, Depression, Eating Disorders, Substance Abuse, Addictions, Anger Management, Self-Esteem, and Anxiety. Meeting Locations: Rotterdam, Schenectady, Glenville, Troy, Duanesburg, Albany, Colonie, and Scoti #presencedevelopmental #Presence #presencecounseling #FindCare #findcomfort #findexperts

Presence is looking for Hourly and Independant Contractors to join our team! #presencedevelopmental #ErieCounty #ontariocountyny #tomkinscounty #monroecounty

June is Professional Wellness Month! Professional wellness promotes a healthy work-life balance, helps to reduce stress levels, encourages personal and professional growth, and improves the overall quality of life. Together, we can raise awareness about the benefits of a healthy workforce, emphasizing the relationship between employee health, employee productivity, and organizational success! Take time off work, focus on personal health and engage in activities! https://lnkd.in/dDzUjqYy #professionalwellness #presencedevelopmentalservices

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Self-care can help kids of all ages become more aware of their physical and emotional needs. It can also prepare them to effectively handle future stressors. Small acts of self-care and self-help can decrease stress, improve relationships, and promote wellness of the body and mind. #mentalhealthawareness #MentalHealthMatters #mentalhealthforkids #Presence #presencedevelopmentalservices #presencecounseling