Erin Alvarez, LCSW-R, is a seasoned bilingual clinical social worker with 28 years of postmasters experience.  She has practiced in a variety of outpatient mental health settings and began working in schools in 2008, where she served as Director of a school-based mental health clinic.  

Since 2013, Erin has worked directly for school districts and currently serves as the primary mental health resource and support for students in a suburban public high school.  She has witnessed first hand the steady increase in mental health needs in children and adolescents, and is a steadfast advocate for enhancing the quality and quantity of mental health services available to children and adolescents.  At the same time, Erin is curious about the “why” behind these trends.  Ultimately, when we address the root cause, we can begin to engage in preventive work, reducing distress and promoting wellness for children and teens.

Dana Stein, Ph.D. is a clinical psychologist based in NY.  She has worked at several hospitals in NYC, including the Manhattan VA, St. Vincent’s and Cornell. Dr. Stein has been in private practice for 29 years working with individuals and couples. She treats adolescents through seniors. Anxiety, depression, emerging into adulthood, parenting issues, perinatal issues, and relationship issues, are some of the areas of focus in her practice. The combination of working in the here and now combined with understanding each person’s unique history, are the critical components in facilitating change. Digging deeper -below the surface, and harnessing curiosity are powerful tools that she uses in her work. Dr. Stein is a consultant regarding digital use across all developmental stages-from infancy through adulthood.

She was a presenter at a conference on the topic of The Mental Health Crisis in adolescents and young adults for CUNY students. Dr. Stein has also presented on the topic of Postpartum depression to pediatricians in order to facilitate improved outcomes in the mental health of families.