Caren R. Avery, MS
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Caren R. Avery is a New York State Licensed Mental Health Counselor and certified Counselor Educator with over 25 years experience. She holds New York State certifications in both counseling and teaching.
Caren received a BME degree from Wheaton College, Il., and a MS in Counseling from Hofstra University, NY. In addition to her private practice, Caren has worked as a mental health counselor and adjunct professor in the Counseling Department, General Studies Department, and Human Services Department of SUNY OCC. Additionally, she has taught at SUNY Dutchess, SUNY Oswego, and Keuka College. Her compassionate and caring demeanor, together with her analytical abilities to discern and problem solve, make her a highly competent mental health counselor in whom clients can trust and depend. Avery Counseling was established in 1991, and is fully insured to practice mental health services in the private sector. |
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Specialized Training
Assessing and Managing Depression and Suicidal Risk New York State Mediation Training Crisis Pregnancy Training Assertiveness Training 
Caren has significant experience with diverse populations and dually diagnosed clients. |
Clinical Experience
Clinical Diagnostic Assessments Crisis Intervention Depression/Bipolar Anxiety Obsessive Compulsive Disorder Panic Disorder Suicidal Ideation Substance Abuse Issues Self injurious Behavior Familial Dysfunction Boundary Issues Academic Career Concerns Relationship Issues Marriage/Family/Divorce Spiritual Concerns Parenting Issues Complicated Grief/Bereavement Issues Life Transition Issues Academic and Career Concerns Stress Issues Anger Management |
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College Courses Taught
Clinical Interviewing and Counseling Adjustment Psychology Career Exploration Alcohol and Addiction and Family Systems Introduction to Human Services Assertiveness Training College Seminar Group and Organizational Dynamics |
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Workshops Given
Obsessive Compulsion Disorder Depression/Bipolar Self Esteem Suicide: Information and Prevention |
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Group Counseling Facilitated
Anxiety Group Depression/Bipolar Group Drug/Alcohol Dependence Relapse Prevention Grief/Bereavement Single Moms Children of Divorce |
