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 Elmsford NY - The Mental Health Association of Westchester County, Inc. (MHA) congratulates Cindy Peterson-Dana, LMHC, for receiving the Mental Health Association in New York State’s (MHANYS) 2009 Family Advocate of the Year Award.
Ms. Peterson received the award at the MHANYS' 2009 Annual Awards Dinner & Conference in Albany on October 27, 2009.
Ms. Peterson-Dana, a Family Specialist in MHA’s children’s mental health programs, including clinic and community based services, provides dedicated support to families who have a child with serious emotional and behavioral problems. The goal of MHA’s family support is to help families to improve the quality of the lives of their children by obtaining and maintaining appropriate support.
Dr. Amy Kohn, MHA Executive Director/CEO said: “Cindy responds to families’ needs in so many ways, demonstrating a unique understanding of their problems. She researches programs, makes referrals, meets parents for coffee and conversation, and gives families hands-on help in any way needed.”
MHA is the leading resource for mental health services in Westchester County. Through its advocacy, education, and direct services, MHA meets the critical needs of thousands of children, adults and families each year. MHA is committed to eliminating the stigma associated with mental illness and fulfilling its guiding values of hope, respect, commitment and progress.
For more information on MHA’s programs and services visit www.mhawestchester.org or call Diane Adler at 914-345-5900 ext. 305.
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