Joann Romano, M.S.Ed, Mental Health Counslor-LP, CRC

Now offering Vocational Counseling! Vocational counseling addresses an integral part of a person’s life. Work affects people’s lives economically, socially, and culturally. Work provides people with a sense of purpose which can be found in traditional employment, owning a business, volunteering, homemaking, and parenting. Vocational counseling assists individuals to explore career options, identify training and education requirements, and how to find and keep a job in ...your desired field. Services include: - Exploring career options - Identify education and training requirements - Strengths-based problem solving - Job search - Interviewing - Resume/cover letter Who needs vocational counseling? - High school or college students - First-time job seekers - People returning to the work-force - People seeking to advance in their career - Those who are looking to successfully change careers Joann Romano MHC/RC Intern, Hofstra University Clinical supervisor: Cindy Zabinski, LMHC, CRC, ACS 4770 Sunrise Highway, Ste, 105 Massapequa Park, NY 11762 (516)246-6424 Joannromano.com

Transition to College Group The transition from high school to college can be a challenging one. This group is designed for high school juniors and seniors who have concerns about this life change. Talk with other students who are going through similar situations and work together towards healthy preparation for college and beyond. Call to register today. Space is limited! 516-246-6424

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Excerpt from this article: The death of Goodson is tragic, but it should not have been our wake-up call. Similar incidents have been happening for a long time, and they’re not getting any better. To nondisabled parents who are getting involved in this fight, I encourage you to listen to the stories of disabled people who continually battle New York’s inaccessibility. We have common goals. Let’s join forces and make a difference together.