New York Mental Health Counselors Association Message Board

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smoking cessation

jjw1224 — Thur, 05 Nov 2009 17:45:04 GMT

Does anyone know of any smoking cessation training centers or certifications in NYC?

Letter to Sen Schumer

beecher129 — Sat, 31 Oct 2009 22:50:21 GMT

Here is a letter I wrote to Senator Schumer.

Dear Senator Schumer,

Isn't it unfair to treat one class of Master's level mental health providers so differently than another class of equally qualified counselors? How unfair is it for a college student to go to graduate school, earn a Master's level degree so they can help people suffering with mental illness and then find out that it is almost impossible to find a job because Medicare will not reimburse them. This is not only an issue for these counselors but also for Seniors in rural areas who do not have enough providers.

Help stop the discrimination against mental health disease and help promote fairness in the Senate's Health Care bill by adding an amendment like S671.

Thank you for listening.

3000 hour experience problem

brownjt — Fri, 30 Oct 2009 17:05:56 GMT

Colleagues,

I have been informed of a particularly frustrating situation involving one of my fellow post-graduates and their 3,000 post masters hours. While the Office of the Professions, OOP, clearly states that at least half of the 3,000 hours must be direct contact it implies that half can be indirect, going on to clarify what these non-contact hours entail. My friend was recently told by their supervisor they would not sign off on the hours until there were 3,000 direct. Contact with the OOP was made and communication was sent to the supervisor clarifying the acceptance of half direct/half indirect. The supervisor is still stating they will not sign off stating it is the law leaving our fellow colleague questioning the ability, even with a one year extension, to be able to submit the needed experience hours before the expiration of the permit. I would like to hear any suggestions I might pass along and would be especially interested in what the NYMHCA moderators have in the way of guidance. Thank you all in advance.

Gratefully,

Josh

Senate Health Care Bill

beecher129 — Sun, 18 Oct 2009 15:21:58 GMT

In the Senate's Finance Committee's Health Care bill, Senator Lincoln was suppose to have offered an amendment (D3)that would give mental health counselors medicare coverage. Does anyone know the status of that? Did she offer an amendment and was it included in the Senate bill???

work....

richard — Sat, 10 Oct 2009 23:50:14 GMT

I see there are openings in Rochester that specify LMHC, Unity Health I beleive. richard hamling

Teaching Job Opening at Mercy

NYMHCA — Thur, 24 Sep 2009 15:26:39 GMT

Posting Number: 0800125

Position Title: Graduate Mental Health Counseling faculty position

Classification Type: 06 - Faculty 12 months

Position Type: Faculty

Department: 108010 - School of Social and Behavioral Sciences

Job Summary/Basic Function: Responsibilities include program director teaching graduate courses in Mental Health, advising, and some administrative assignments.

Education Required or Min Education Required: Ph.D. required. Five plus years of clinical experience in Mental Health and graduate level teaching experience.

Preferred Qualifications: Licensed Mental Health Professional preferred.

Posting Date: 08-18-2009

Closing Date: Open Until Filled

Special Instructions to Applicants: Mercy College proactively engages in recruiting a diverse workforce and student body that includes members of historically underrepresented groups, and strives to build and sustain a welcoming and supportive campus community.

Preferred start date is September 1st, 2009. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until position is filled.

The salary range is commensurate with experience and includes a competitive benefits package. Interested candidates should send a cover letter stating salary requirement and CV, and the names and contact information of at least three references as attachments by applying online at https://jobs.mercy.edu. AA/EOE.

Funding Source Information:

Posting Type: No Response

Location: Dobbs Ferry

Level: Faculty

Schedule: TBD

No. of Position: 1

Salary: Commensurate with experience

Recruiter: Human Resources

Magellen

SCerniglia — Wed, 09 Sep 2009 13:56:55 GMT

I just tried to call Magellen to begin process of getting on their panel. I was told at this time they are not accepting LMHC's on their panel for NYS. They stated it related to Medicaid. Anyone have any suggestions or thoughts?

Hypnosis for chronic pain & insomnia study - NYC

jkelly — Mon, 07 Sep 2009 13:50:44 GMT

I am evaluating the use of hypnosis for chronic pain and insomnia in adults 55+ for my doctoral dissertation. I expect to be recruiting subjects at least through October 2009. If anyone has clients in the New York City area who may be interested in participating, please contact me for details. Thanks!

Judy Kelly, LMHC, NBCCH

Doctoral Candidate, Northcentral University

Board Certified Clinical Hypnotherapist

phone: (212) 252-8921

email: judy.kelly.ncc@att.net

Free conference for a few counselors...

NYMHCA — Fri, 04 Sep 2009 15:11:47 GMT

We are having our 10th Annual Conference on Addiction Medicine and Recovery on September 18th in Kingston, NY.

We ( I ) can offer 4 or 5 seats to LMHCs and waive all costs except the $10.00 lunch fee that the hotel charges. The standard fee is $75.00. The training is approved for 5.5 CASAC hours through OASAS. If you have an interest please respond ASAP.

Allen Nace, LMHC, CASAC

Director of Outpatient Substance Abuse Treatment Services

Kingston Hospital

Ph: 845-943-6022

Fax: 845-943-6096

Mohawk Valley Chapter meeting

eshesse — Thur, 03 Sep 2009 23:16:37 GMT

The September meeting of the mental health counselors of the Mohawk Valley will meet on September 8 at 4pm in the Conference room of Kids Oneida, 310 E. Main St. Utica, NY. For more information contact Eric Hesse at 315 533-1291.

LPC Versus LMHC

pacj7 — Wed, 02 Sep 2009 15:00:10 GMT

Are there any distinct advantages and/or disadvantages in being licensed as a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) versus a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC)? Why did NYS choose the LMHC designation over the LPC? Nationally, which designation is more common? Thanks.

Calling all Capital Region members!!

NYMHCA — Tue, 01 Sep 2009 17:48:45 GMT

The Capitol Region Chapter of NYMHCA (Albany area) is looking for a few interested professionals to assist with reactivating the Chapter. This is an excellent opportunity to get involved with other professionals and students in your area to provide opportunities for networking and professional development. For more information, please contact Debbie Arundale, Regional Chapter Coordinator, at Debccmhc@aol.com.

Medicaid/Medicare

katz — Thur, 27 Aug 2009 13:41:26 GMT

What is the present status of Medicaid/Medicare reimbursement for LMHC's?

Scope of practice

melissahall — Mon, 10 Aug 2009 16:35:38 GMT

Our scope of practice does not include diagnosis. I find this weird, because the NCMHCE is based on our ability to diagnose properly. I thought I had read some where that this was being addressed but I cannot remember where or when. Can anyone help me? This is going to be a sticking point when trying to compete with LCSW's!