Kristy Robinson, LCSW
Acting Director, Department of Mental Health & Counseling Services at Westchester Community College- Claim this Profile
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Ashlee Pierce
I have worked alongside Kristy for over 8 years. During my time as an academic counselor, I referred many students to meet with her directly. Often times, these students returned to thank me for making the introduction as they feel she has helped them through their most vulnerable moments. As a clinician, Kristy possesses excellent listening skills and is a strong communicator. Kristy is empathetic, professional and a problem solver. During my years at this institution, I have watched the Department of Mental Health and Counseling Services grow and flourish under her lead.
Maria Idoni
I am Maria Idoni, the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP) Area Director for the HudsonValley/Westchester Chapter and I have had the pleasure of working with Kristy Robinson for since 2011. Kristy originally reached out to AFSP because she wanted to bring suicide awareness to Westchester Community College. I was immediately impressed with her desire to take on such a big event, when it was not part of her job. Normally, students are the ones who want the walk on their campus, however Kristy initiated their walk. She realized that students needed more than what was being taught in the classroom. She saw their need for talks about mental health and has been trying to reduce the stigma of mental health since the day I met her. During Kristy's time as walk chair, she has always been professional, kind and unstoppable! Each year, she organizes the walk, gets students involved, food donated and participates. She gives 100% all of the time. I have seen her interact with students and I have admired how she handles the different situations that they present to her. Besides volunteering as a walk chair, Kristy organized a Suicide Prevention College Conference. She has proven to me multiple times that she can easily handle anything put in front of her. In addition to her impressive work ethic, Kristy is a natural leader, and a humble person. She has a great attitude and is always willing to help. I am confident Kristy will be a great asset to any organization.
Ashlee Pierce
I have worked alongside Kristy for over 8 years. During my time as an academic counselor, I referred many students to meet with her directly. Often times, these students returned to thank me for making the introduction as they feel she has helped them through their most vulnerable moments. As a clinician, Kristy possesses excellent listening skills and is a strong communicator. Kristy is empathetic, professional and a problem solver. During my years at this institution, I have watched the Department of Mental Health and Counseling Services grow and flourish under her lead.
Maria Idoni
I am Maria Idoni, the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP) Area Director for the HudsonValley/Westchester Chapter and I have had the pleasure of working with Kristy Robinson for since 2011. Kristy originally reached out to AFSP because she wanted to bring suicide awareness to Westchester Community College. I was immediately impressed with her desire to take on such a big event, when it was not part of her job. Normally, students are the ones who want the walk on their campus, however Kristy initiated their walk. She realized that students needed more than what was being taught in the classroom. She saw their need for talks about mental health and has been trying to reduce the stigma of mental health since the day I met her. During Kristy's time as walk chair, she has always been professional, kind and unstoppable! Each year, she organizes the walk, gets students involved, food donated and participates. She gives 100% all of the time. I have seen her interact with students and I have admired how she handles the different situations that they present to her. Besides volunteering as a walk chair, Kristy organized a Suicide Prevention College Conference. She has proven to me multiple times that she can easily handle anything put in front of her. In addition to her impressive work ethic, Kristy is a natural leader, and a humble person. She has a great attitude and is always willing to help. I am confident Kristy will be a great asset to any organization.
Ashlee Pierce
I have worked alongside Kristy for over 8 years. During my time as an academic counselor, I referred many students to meet with her directly. Often times, these students returned to thank me for making the introduction as they feel she has helped them through their most vulnerable moments. As a clinician, Kristy possesses excellent listening skills and is a strong communicator. Kristy is empathetic, professional and a problem solver. During my years at this institution, I have watched the Department of Mental Health and Counseling Services grow and flourish under her lead.
Maria Idoni
I am Maria Idoni, the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP) Area Director for the HudsonValley/Westchester Chapter and I have had the pleasure of working with Kristy Robinson for since 2011. Kristy originally reached out to AFSP because she wanted to bring suicide awareness to Westchester Community College. I was immediately impressed with her desire to take on such a big event, when it was not part of her job. Normally, students are the ones who want the walk on their campus, however Kristy initiated their walk. She realized that students needed more than what was being taught in the classroom. She saw their need for talks about mental health and has been trying to reduce the stigma of mental health since the day I met her. During Kristy's time as walk chair, she has always been professional, kind and unstoppable! Each year, she organizes the walk, gets students involved, food donated and participates. She gives 100% all of the time. I have seen her interact with students and I have admired how she handles the different situations that they present to her. Besides volunteering as a walk chair, Kristy organized a Suicide Prevention College Conference. She has proven to me multiple times that she can easily handle anything put in front of her. In addition to her impressive work ethic, Kristy is a natural leader, and a humble person. She has a great attitude and is always willing to help. I am confident Kristy will be a great asset to any organization.
Ashlee Pierce
I have worked alongside Kristy for over 8 years. During my time as an academic counselor, I referred many students to meet with her directly. Often times, these students returned to thank me for making the introduction as they feel she has helped them through their most vulnerable moments. As a clinician, Kristy possesses excellent listening skills and is a strong communicator. Kristy is empathetic, professional and a problem solver. During my years at this institution, I have watched the Department of Mental Health and Counseling Services grow and flourish under her lead.
Maria Idoni
I am Maria Idoni, the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP) Area Director for the HudsonValley/Westchester Chapter and I have had the pleasure of working with Kristy Robinson for since 2011. Kristy originally reached out to AFSP because she wanted to bring suicide awareness to Westchester Community College. I was immediately impressed with her desire to take on such a big event, when it was not part of her job. Normally, students are the ones who want the walk on their campus, however Kristy initiated their walk. She realized that students needed more than what was being taught in the classroom. She saw their need for talks about mental health and has been trying to reduce the stigma of mental health since the day I met her. During Kristy's time as walk chair, she has always been professional, kind and unstoppable! Each year, she organizes the walk, gets students involved, food donated and participates. She gives 100% all of the time. I have seen her interact with students and I have admired how she handles the different situations that they present to her. Besides volunteering as a walk chair, Kristy organized a Suicide Prevention College Conference. She has proven to me multiple times that she can easily handle anything put in front of her. In addition to her impressive work ethic, Kristy is a natural leader, and a humble person. She has a great attitude and is always willing to help. I am confident Kristy will be a great asset to any organization.
Credentials
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Registered Social Worker
Social Work EnglandJun, 2022- Oct, 2024 -
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Intensive Training and Certificate Course
PESIMar, 2019- Oct, 2024 -
Seminar in Field Instruction (SIFI)
Hunter CollegeDec, 2017- Oct, 2024 -
Facilitator Training -Bringing in the Bystander
University of New Hampshire -Prevention Innovations Research CenterDec, 2015- Oct, 2024 -
Youth Mental Health First Aid Training
National Council for Behavioral HealthDec, 2016- Oct, 2024 -
Trainer of Suicide Safety for Teachers
Suicide Prevention Center of New York StateJul, 2017- Oct, 2024 -
Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training
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Experience
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Westchester Community College
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United States
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Higher Education
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1 - 100 Employee
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Acting Director, Department of Mental Health & Counseling Services
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Nov 2017 - Present
•Tenured faculty counselor responsible for management and delivery of trauma-informed, equitable, and accessible mental health services to the SUNY Westchester community.•Supervise Department team of Licensed Social Workers, Licensed Mental Health Counselors, and support staff •Launched and Co-Chair SUNY Westchester's Mental Health Task Force •Provide individual short-term therapy and group mental health services•Manage Department budget •Co-chair of CARE Team --college's threat and risk assessment committee •JED Campus Program, Team Lead •Oversee and manage Interactive Screening Program: 3 year grant awarded through American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (value: $10,000)•Develop interactive programming around topics like cyberbullying, eating disorders, stress management, and sexual assault prevention and awareness •Serve as campus confidential resource and deliver Title IX compliant trainings for students, faculty, and staff•Co-founded Westchester County’s College Learning Collaborative –committee focused on connecting local college professionals and creating learning opportunities on relevant trends and best practices
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Coordinator, Personal Counseling Department
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Aug 2016 - Oct 2017
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Adjunct Clinician, Personal Counseling Department
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Jun 2015 - Aug 2016
As a clinician at Westchester Community College, my responsibilities include individual therapy, the facilitation of support and psychoeducational groups for students, organization of mental health workshops on topics such as dating violence, stress management, and substance abuse, and the conducting of crisis interventions, among many other clinical and administrative tasks. The diverse student population has allowed me the wonderful opportunity to work with clients of all ages, races, cultural backgrounds, immigration status, sex, gender identities, socioeconomic status, and of course, mental health struggles and diagnoses.
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Clinical Social Work Intern
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Sep 2014 - May 2015
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Crisis Text Line
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United States
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Non-profit Organizations
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700 & Above Employee
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Crisis Counselor
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Aug 2015 - Oct 2016
As a Crisis Counselor for Crisis Text Line, I respond to and provide empathy, support, and referrals for texters in need. Beyond active listening and support, I am trained to assess for suicidal ideation and imminent risk . As a Crisis Counselor for Crisis Text Line, I respond to and provide empathy, support, and referrals for texters in need. Beyond active listening and support, I am trained to assess for suicidal ideation and imminent risk .
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Family Services of Westchester
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United States
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Individual and Family Services
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100 - 200 Employee
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Social Work Intern - Youth Residence Program
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Aug 2013 - May 2014
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Peer Advisor
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Aug 2012 - May 2013
As a Peer Advisor, I worked in the Harpur Academic Advising office eight hours a week. I assisted the professional advising and secretarial staff in serving the students, faculty, and staff of Harpur College. I was responsible for significant aspects of the office front desk operations and organization as well as attending and planning outreach events for Binghamton students. I met with students in groups and individually at the office and at orientation events to ensure all questions concerning academics and Harpur College degree requirements were answered.
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Science Library: Student Assistant
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Oct 2010 - May 2013
While pursuing an undergraduate degree, I work part-time as an assistant at the Science Library at Binghamton University. My responsibilities include working with online research databases, checking in/out books, and assisting students, faculty, and fellow librarians.
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Music Conservatory of Westchester
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United States
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Musicians
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1 - 100 Employee
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Musical Theater Workshop: Counselor/Production Assistant
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Jun 2009 - Aug 2010
Worked with children between the ages of 8 and 15 on musical theater productions. Assisted in directing, choreography, and stage management. Worked with children between the ages of 8 and 15 on musical theater productions. Assisted in directing, choreography, and stage management.
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Education
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2013 - 2015
Hunter College's Silberman School of Social Work
Master of Social Work (M.S.W.), Clinical Social Work -
2009 - 2013
State University of New York at Binghamton
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Sociology
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