Welcome to the 2023-2024 School Year!

Students: If you do not have a regular appointment time to see me for school counseling, and you would like to meet, the easiest way to let me know this, is to email me, ask your parent/guardian to contact me, or ask a teacher to introduce us.

Parents/Guardians: If you have concerns about your child, need community resources, or other support, please reach out to me either by email or phone. For long-term school counseling, parent consent is required.

RESOURCES:

If you require immediate support outside of school hours, please use local resources such as the Dutchess County HELPLINE, 24/7 (call or text): 845.485.9700

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline

1-800-273-8255

Nacional de Prevención del Suicidio

1-888-628-9454

The Stabilization Center is located at 230 North Road in Poughkeepsie. It is a walk-in center for individuals struggling with emotional difficulties or substance use. If you need to speak to someone at the Stabilization Center, please call 845.486.2849, or just show up. The center is open 24 hours, 7 days a week, 365 days a year.

Astor’s outpatient clinics are currently open for children’s (0-21) mental health services. They provide individual and family therapy. New clients are welcome! Dover office: (845) 350-3010

You are NEVER alone: Text HOME to 741741 for free, 24/7 support (crisistextline.org)

Click here for the Office of Refugee Resettlement Support

Centro nacional de atención de llamadas de la
Oficina de Reasentamiento de Refugiados
LÍNEA DE AYUDA: Llame o envie un mensaje 1 (800) 203-7001
EMAIL: information@ORRNCC.com

The Office of Refugee Resettlement (ORR) provides new populations with the opportunity to achieve their full potential in the United States. Our programs provide people in need with critical resources to assist them in becoming integrated members of American society.

Previous COVID-19 Resources; Articles; Activities

Happy Beautiful Friday! 5.15.20

On this beautiful Friday, my students received the following video about the relationship between nature and improved mental and physical health. Especially during this time, we all need coping strategies to help reduce stress, and science tells us what we already know, that being in nature, and noticing the sights, smells, sounds, and textures, reduces stress, clears our mind of worrisome thinking, and improves our moods.

We need to practice self-care during this time, and I hope you can include nature in your weekend plans.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jSgCo3bvaX0

Friday 5.8.20

Happy Mother's Day!

It has been a week since school was officially closed for the remainder of the school year. I have talked with many students, and feelings have varied from happy and unbothered, to sad and disappointed. Wherever you fall on that reaction spectrum, you are not alone. All feelings are valid. That being said, where do our feelings come from?

There's a strong connection between our thoughts and the feelings we experience, and sometimes we tend to focus on the negative. It takes time and effort to work on thinking differently (you can do it), but why is that?

Here is a link to a short video that talks a bit about the "why" behind negative thinking. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3ThUrVXz9j0)

After viewing, talk to a friend or family member about your reaction!

It's May! Happy Friday!

https://childmind.org/article/supporting-teenagers-and-young-adults-during-the-coronavirus-crisis/

4.24.20

This week, we are continuing to focus on gratitude, and its connection to positive emotions and coping with difficulties. I asked students to take a gratitude quiz, to help with the process of examining our own beliefs and attitudes. How do we practice gratitude? One option, is to start a journal! If writing does not feel like the right option for you, talk with someone about what you are grateful for, or say it out loud to yourself each day.

https://ggia.berkeley.edu/practice/gratitude_journal

Happy Friday! 4.17.20

I am posting the video that I shared with all of my students earlier in the week, on the subject of gratitude. What are you grateful for? This weekend, I encourage all of you to reach out to people you are thankful for, or share what you are grateful for with your friends and family.

Research has shown that gratitude helps people feel more positive emotions, enjoy experiences, improve health, deal with challenges, and build strong relationships. Especially in these times, gratitude can help!

I wish you all a great weekend, and please email me your series/movie recommendations, too!

https://greatergood.berkeley.edu/video/item/what_teens_are_actually_thankful_for

Tuesday 4.14.20

Students, please check your email. This week, I am asking you to think about who/what you are thankful for. I included a link to a short video.

A student had a wonderful idea today: Please share movie/show recommendations! What have you watched that you love? We need comedy, drama, whatever you think others would enjoy. Like the self-care list, I will post your list of recommendations!

Thursday 4.9.20

I hope everyone has a wonderful holiday. I will be calling and continuing to check in with students for the remainder of the day, and beginning again next week.

Students, if you have indicated that you would like a phone check-in, please email me the best days/times to reach you, as well as your phone number.

Wednesday 4.8.20 Self-Care List

The following are self-care activities shared by students and families. I hope it inspires you!

Calling my friends
Netflix
Bubble baths
Family time
fixing my sleeping/eating schedule
Just in general surrounding myself with people who I really care about, but also taking some time to myself to be productive, relax, or take care of myself
cleaning more
reading
drawing
using face masks

gaming on XBox One and on computer
creating video games
creating a website to help others with technology
researching and teaching myself skills I am interested in
bike riding
rollerblading
basketball
dog walking
helping elderly neighbors with mail and garbage
Netflix & Hulu
group meets
group chats
Redecorating/reorganizing room
sleeping in :)
Listening to music
Running
Playing basketball
Baking for my family
Helping with yard work
Working on my car
Reorganizing my closets and donating clothing
Taking my dog for a hike
Taking time to organize pictures on my phone
Sending memes and gifs that make me laugh to friends
Tik Tok videos
Writing in my journal
Sending letters
Photography

Tuesday 4.7.20: Headspace is free for NY! Please find a variety of tools to help us during this challenging time:

https://www.headspace.com/ny

Monday 4.6.20

Even in Isolation, you’re not alone. Text HOME to 741741 for free, 24/7 support at your fingertips (crisistextline.org).

Happy Friday! 4.3.20

Video: How to Clear Your Head

https://youtu.be/mKR14ccWqlM

Helping Children Cope With Changes Resulting From COVID-19 (updated)

https://www.nasponline.org/resources-and-publications/resources-and-podcasts/school-climate-safety-and-crisis/health-crisis-resources/helping-children-cope-with-changes-resulting-from-covid-19

4.2.20

Live Webinar on April 2: Quaran-Teens with ADHD: Troubleshooting Learning, Motivation, and Organization Problems

https://www.additudemag.com/webinar/quarantine-adhd-teen/?utm_source=eletter&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=webinar_april_2020&utm_content=040220&goal=0_d9446392d6-7ed41d2f89-297921505

4.1.20

Hello Students! Today, you will find a link to the video, "Self-Care Action Plan" in your inboxes. There is no pressure to respond, but please try to send me a few things you have been doing to take care of yourselves during this time. I would like to create a list of ideas from everyone's confidential contributions, which I will email and post here on my site. If you're struggling, hopefully the list of ideas from your classmates will help a bit.

Get some sunshine today!

3.31.20

Students, please check your email! I am asking those that see me for counseling, to please reply to my email, to ensure I am reaching everyone. If you see me for counseling and did not receive an email, please let me know. I hope everyone is healthy and well!

Happy Monday! Today is March 30th! I received the following from Astor this morning:

Astor’s outpatient clinics are currently open for children’s (0-21) mental health services. We will do individual and family therapy via video conferencing, FaceTime, Zoom, or even just a phone call. New clients are welcome! Call any office’s normal number to do an in-take over the phone.

Dover: (845) 350-3010

3.27.20

Happy Friday! It is reflection time: What worked well this week? What was a challenge? What strategies did you use to work through your challenges? Goals for next week?

It is okay if you haven't figured out solutions to your challenges yet; talk with your family, a friend, or reach out and we can email chat! This is not an easy time, and many are finding it distracting to complete work at home. Be kind to yourselves.

3/26/20

STAYING CONNECTED DURING COVID-19 TIP SHEET

http://teenmentalhealth.org/product/covid-19-sheet-tip-2/

3/25/20

That Discomfort You’re Feeling Is Grief (excellent article; please read!)

https://hbr.org/2020/03/that-discomfort-youre-feeling-is-grief?fbclid=IwAR0smbrYh8uY44v2C_z1MCeYx3X-G0e6aDN0E-HT4a7OQ8-HrAQXE1c-OEs

3/2420

3 Ways to Increase Positive Emotions/3 maneras de aumentar las emociones positivas:

https://teenshealth.org/en/teens/positive-emotions.html?WT.ac=t-ra

3/23/20

20 Minute Guided Meditation for Reducing Anxiety and Stress--Clear the Clutter to Calm Down:

https://youtu.be/MIr3RsUWrdo

Take a break:

http://weavesilk.com/

"Resources for anxiety and your mental health in a global climate of uncertainty"

https://www.virusanxiety.com/

3.20.20

Apps for Anxiety, Stress Relief and Relaxation for Kids and Adults:

https://www.wholechildcounseling.com/post/how-a-small-decision-can-turn-your-life-around

3.19.20

2:00 webinar TODAY! If you missed it, content will be available for streaming.

Coronavirus Crash Course for Parents: Keeping Kids with ADHD in Study Mode While Home from School:

https://goto.webcasts.com/starthere.jsp?ei=1292440&tp_key=54fbac6791

3.18.20

What is mindfulness?

Mindfulness is the ability to be present, to rest in the here and now, fully engaged with whatever we’re doing in the moment.

Audio Meditations:

https://www.changetochill.org/activities-tools/

http://mindfulnessforteens.com/guided-meditations/

Dear Families/Estimadas Familias,

With the risk of COVID-19 around the world and in our area, we have put together a list of local resources that can help if you need help with necessities such as food and clothing. Please see below/Con el riesgo de COVID-19 en todo el mundo y en nuestra área, hemos hecho una lista de recursos locales que pueden ayudarles si necesita ayuda con necesidades como alimentos y ropa. Por favor ver más abajo.

For general resources about supporting your children during this time, please see the bottom of my page./ Y para obtener recursos generales sobre cómo apoyar a sus hijos durante este tiempo, consulte la parte inferior de mi página.

Pawling Resource Center 126 Main Street Pawling, NY 12564 Tel#845-855-3459

Contact Name: Terry Ariano

Can assist families in need with food items & a variety of other items and services.
Hours are Monday-Friday 10-4pm; Saturdays 10-3pm

Food Pantry at St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church 26 Prospect Ave Brewster, NY 10509 Tel#845-279-4325

Open Tuesdays 9-12pm and Thursdays 12-2pm

United Methodist Church 2 Dutcher Avenue Pawling, NY 12533 Tel#845-855-5350

Serve a free dinner on Wednesdays from 6-7pm, families should arrive by 6:15pm, the latest. All are welcome.

LA MESA (La Mision Episcopal Santiago Apostal) 12 Reimer Ave Dover Plains, NY 12522

This congregation has a small food pantry where food items are offered after worship at 6pm on Sundays

Brenna’s Basement 3 Albert Road Poughkeepsie, NY 12603 Tel# 845-473-7849

Can assist families in need with donated clothing, toys, baby items & small household items.

Dutchess Outreach

29 North Hamilton Avenue Ste 202 2 Reimer Ave

Poughkeepsie, NY Dover Plains, NY 12522

Tel# 845-454-3792 Tel#845-877-4100

Can assist families in need to connect with a variety of programs such as: local food pantries, clothing, emergency assistance, prescription access for those individuals without insurance, mid-day and evening meals, transportation and one time per year assistance with paying rent/ mortgage or a utility bill.

Mid Hudson Love in the name of Christ Tel#845-471-0102

Contact Name: Jan

This is a volunteer organization that provides people in need with toiletries & other various donated items
Hours for an intake are Monday, Wednesdays & Fridays from 10-12pm

Acts of Kindness Tel#845-635-1454

This organization can help to provide household Items such as curtains, utensils/ kitchenware, etc
Hours are Tuesdays from 10-12pm

Emergency Shelters:

Dutchess County Department of Community and Family Services Tel#845-486-3000
Youth Shelter: River Haven Tel#845-454-3600

Pawling Resource Center 126 Main Street Pawling, NY 12564 Tel#845-855-3459

Nombre de contacto: Terry Ariano

Puede ayudar a las familias necesitadas con alimentos y una variedad de otros artículos y servicios.
Abierto lunes a viernes de 10-4pm; sabados de 10-3pm

Food Pantry at St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church 26 Prospect Ave Brewster, NY 10509 Tel#845-279-4325

Abierto los martes de 9-12pm y jueves de 12-2pm

United Methodist Church 2 Dutcher Avenue Pawling, NY 12533 Tel#845-855-5350

Sirvne una cena gratis los miércoles de 6 -7 pm; las familias deben llegar antes de las 6:15 pm. Todos son bienvenidos.

LA MESA (La Mision Episcopal Santiago Apostal) 12 Reimer Ave Dover Plains, NY 12522

Esta congregación tiene una pequeña despensa de alimentos donde los alimentos se ofrecen después de la adoración a las 6 pm los domingos

Brenna’s Basement 3 Albert Road Poughkeepsie, NY 12603 Tel# 845-473-7849

Puede ayudar a las familias necesitadas con ropa donada, juguetes, artículos para bebés y pequeños artículos para el hogar.

Dutchess Outreach

29 North Hamilton Avenue Ste 202 2 Reimer Ave

Poughkeepsie, NY Dover Plains, NY 12522

Tel# 845-454-3792 Tel#845-877-4100

Puede ayudar a las familias que necesitan conectarse con una variedad de programas tales como: despensas locales de alimentos, ropa, asistencia de emergencia, acceso a medicamentos recetados para aquellas personas sin seguro, comidas del mediodía y de la tarde, transporte y una vez al año asistencia para pagar el alquiler hipoteca o una factura de servicios públicos.

Mid Hudson Love in the name of Christ Tel#845-471-0102

Contact Name: Jan

Esta es una organización de voluntarios que brinda a las personas necesitadas artículos de tocador y otros artículos donados
Las horas de admisión son los lunes, miércoles y viernes de 10-12 pm

Acts of Kindness Tel#845-635-1454

Esta organización puede ayudar a proporcionar artículos para el hogar, como cortinas, utensilios / utensilios de cocina, etc.
Abierto de 10-12pm lunes a viernes

Refugiso de emergencia:

Departamento de Servicios para Familias y la Comunidad del Condado de Dutchess Tel#845-486-3000

Refugio Juvenil River Haven Tel#845-454-3600

For resources on the coronavirus (COVID-19), please read below. / Para recursos sobre el COVID-19, por favor lea abajo:

Talking to Children About COVID-19: A Parent Resource

Hable con sus hijos sobre el COVID-19 (Coronavirus): Un recurso para padres

和孩子談論 COVID-19(冠狀病毒) 家長資源

https://www.nasponline.org/resources-and-publications/resources-and-podcasts/school-climate-safety-and-crisis/health-crisis-resources/talking-to-children-about-covid-19-(coronavirus)-a-parent-resourceOpens in a new browser tab

Other Resources and Mental Health Services/ Otro Recursos y servicios de salud mental

https://resource.echalk.com/sr/7s7YBhJa

https://resource.echalk.com/sr/EiCdohDC

https://resource.echalk.com/sr/vf9HaN90

https://resource.echalk.com/sr/50AJSZd7

https://www.dutchessny.gov/Departments/DBCH/24-7-Services.htm

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