1st Step Counseling PLLC

Parents, Caregivers, and Community—This One’s for You

Join us Friday, May 2nd as we kick off Wellness Fridays with a powerful Parent Wellness Panel featuring:

🎤 Deshaya Williams, NP – NICU Nurse, Postpartum Doula & Child Development Expert (Ages 0–2)
🎤 Shakiya Wright – Emotional Regulation & De-escalation Educator
🎤 Paul “Batman” Collins-Hackett – Youth Advocate
🎤 Tamara Dorsey – Special Education Advocate
👩🏽‍⚕️ Facilitated by LaQuetta Alexander-Ellis, Healthcare Educator

Get practical tools, supportive insight, and community-driven solutions to help you thrive as a parent or caregiver.

✨ Plus: Kids Corner, health booths, local vendors, wellness activities, and food—all included with your ticket!

📍 141 Washington Ave, Albany, NY
🕠 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM
🎟️ Tickets start at $10 | Kids under 12 FREE

👉 Register today: https://www.paypal.com/ncp/payment/ZMGWTPGSEK32S

🌟 Don't Miss the Kickoff of Wellness Fridays! 🌟

We're just days away from the start of Wellness Fridays, and you won't want to miss our Parent Wellness Panel on May 2! 🧠💬

Join us for an inspiring evening of connection, learning, and wellness activities—including health screenings, mindfulness workshops, children's activities, food, and more!

🎟️ Affordable tickets available:

$10 Equity Ticket

$15 Community Member Ticket

Children under 12 attend free!

📍 Location: 141 Washington Ave, Albany, NY
🕠 Time: 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM

✅ Admission includes access to all activities!
✅ Family-friendly event!

👉 Register now to secure your spot: https://www.paypal.com/ncp/payment/ZMGWTPGSEK32S

Let's prioritize our health and wellness together this May! 🌱

Wellness Fridays Are Coming!
This May, join us for Wellness Fridays—a 3-part event series dedicated to mental health, healing, and whole-body Wellness!
📅 Dates: May 2, May 16, May 23
🕠 Time: 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM
📍 Location: 141 Washington Ave, Albany, NY
Experience: ✅ Health screenings & educational booths
✅ Yoga, meditation & wellness activities
✅ Enriching discussions on mental well-being
✅ Local vendors & self-care products
✅ Food, refreshments & family-friendly vibes

Event Details:
Friday, May 2nd, 16th, or 23rd
5:30 – 6:45 PM | Educational Health Booth, Vendor Tables & Community Networking
7:00 – 8:30 PM | Breakout Dialogues Series & Wellness Workshops

🎟️ Ticket Options:
$100 Community Sponsor Ticket
$20 Vendor Table
$15 Community Member Ticket
$10 Equity Ticket*
*A reduced-rate ticket to ensure access for underserved and marginalized community members.

👉 Reserve your spot here: https://www.paypal.com/ncp/payment/NECEBL4N697E2
Let's make Wellness accessible, intentional, and community-driven. 💜

Wellness Fridays Are Coming! This May, join us for Wellness Fridays—a 3-part event series dedicated to mental health, healing, and whole-body Wellness! 📅 Dates: May 2, May 16, May 23 🕠 Time: 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM 📍 Location: 141 Washington Ave, Albany, NY Experience: ✅ Health screenings & educational booths ✅ Yoga, meditation & wellness activities ✅ Enriching discussions on mental well-being ✅ Local vendors & self-care products ✅ Food, refreshments & family-friendly vibes Event Details: Friday, May 2nd, 16th, or 23rf 5:30 – 6:45 PM | Educational Health Booth, Vendor Tables & Community Networking 7:00 – 8:30 PM | Breakout Dialogues Series & Wellness Workshops 🎟️ Ticket Options: $100 Community Sponsor Ticket $20 Vendor Table $15 Community Member Ticket $10 Equity Ticket* *A reduced-rate ticket to ensure access for underserved and marginalized community members. 👉 Reserve your spot here: https://www.paypal.com/ncp/payment/NECEBL4N697E2 Let's make Wellness accessible, intentional, and community-driven. 💜 #WellnessFridays #MentalHealthAwareness #EquityInWellness #AlbanyEvents #CheckUpFromTheNeckUp

Whether you are a dad or getting ready to become a one, "Strong Dads, Strong Families" Is the group for YOU!
Join Our 12-Week Virtual Group Therapy for Dads
Details:
✅ Improve stress management & emotional regulation
✅ Strengthen father-child relationships
✅ Connect with other dads in a supportive space
📅 Starting TBD | ⏳ TBD-Weekly Sessions
📍 Smith Family Counseling Service 📩 Email: [email protected] for more information
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Join the Movement: Make Mental Health a Priority!

Our Village Services & Albany County Chamber of Commerce proudly present:

💜 Check-Up from the Neck Up 💜

A Mental Health Awareness Month Campaign

We’re kicking things off with a Committee Kickoff Meeting on:

📅 February 21, 2025

⏰ 5 PM - 6 PM

📍 Virtual (Zoom)

🔗 Register at: www.ourvillageservices.com/events

What We Do:

✔️ Mental health screenings

✔️ Wellness Dialogs Series

✔️ Wellness Workshops (Yoga, Self-Care, Cooking & More!)

✔️ Community Vendors

🚀 We Need Your Skills! Join us in:

📢 Outreach & Community Engagement

🎤 Marketing & Public Relations

💰 Fundraising & Sponsorship

🎪 Event Planning & Logistics

🧘🏾‍♀️ Wellness & Program Development

🙌 Volunteer Coordination

📊 Data & Impact Assessment

⚖️ Legislative & Advocacy

Let’s work together to break barriers and promote mental wellness for all!

For more info:

📩 [email protected]

📞 (518) 629-5409

🌐 www.ourvillageservices.com

🔗 Tag a friend who should be part of this movement!

❄️ Enjoy the blessing of hope and gratitude this holiday season ❄️

I'm am forever grateful for my team

Join us in giving him a warm welcome!

We are excited to announce that Nicolas Mojica is joining our clinical team! With over a decade of experience and a compassionate, client-centered approach, Nicolas is dedicated to empowering children, teens, and young adults on their journey to well-being.

Schedule an appointment today by completing our prescreening form! https://form.jotform.com/223623642118148