Citizen Advocates

11/21/2025

Your health. Your schedule. Your way. 🌟
The myHealthPointe app makes it easy to:

📝 Complete forms in advance
💬 Chat with your care team
📱 Access from phone, tablet or computer – anytime!

Get started today: https://loom.ly/USAlZMg

Call your clinic for your registration code.

11/20/2025

Finding support shouldn’t have to wait. 💙🧡

At Citizen Advocates, we offer trusted care for mental health and substance use—right when you need it.

Where to find us:
🔆 Outpatient Clinics: Malone, Massena & Saranac Lake
🔆 24/7 Clinics: Malone, Ogdensburg & Watertown

Walk in any time—day or night—or schedule an appointment for added convenience. Here’s what one of our patients had to say:

"The experience I have had here has been wonderful. The front desk staff are always super friendly and helpful. I personally like the lady with the fancy nails, she has a great personality and is always smiling. The nurses are super understanding and want to watch you become sober. My provider is super understanding. Overall, Great place"
- rater8 Verified Patient

Find the location nearest you: citizenadvocates.net/contact-us

11/19/2025

Feeling stuck in therapy?

Not sure what to talk about during your sessions? Our latest blog, “15 Things to Talk About in Therapy,” is packed with ideas to help you open up, gain insight and make the most of your time with your therapist.

From exploring your emotions to navigating life transitions, these tips can guide meaningful conversations that support healing and growth.

👉 Read the full article here: https://loom.ly/TaPave8

Feeling stuck or unsure what to talk about in therapy? Explore our expert-backed list of topics for when you feel you have nothing to say.

11/18/2025

The Adirondack Youth Lodge: Got questions? We’ve got answers. 💡

What is a children’s crisis residence?
It’s a short-term, therapeutic living environment for youth facing serious emotional challenges.

Who can refer a youth?
Families, schools and mental health professionals can initiate referrals through the County SPOA system.

How long is the stay?
Typically 3 months to 1 year—based on progress and goals.

Is family involvement required?
Absolutely. Family engagement is key to healing and reintegration. 🫶

📍 Located in Malone, NY
🛏️ 8-bed residence with 24/7 support
🧠 Individual, group & family therapy + psychiatric services

👉 Visit the link to learn more and apply: https://loom.ly/dvkWFvo

11/17/2025

🚪 Step In. Say Hi. Discover Your Next Career Move.

Citizen Advocates is hosting walk-in interviews at the Harison Place Training Center in Malone—and we’d love to meet you!

📍 West Main Street, Malone
🕙 Tues–Thurs | 10 AM – 3 PM

We’re hiring for roles in Community Living, Community Support and Behavioral Health—and we’re ready to help you find your fit.

✅ No resume? No problem.
✅ Not sure where you belong? We’ll guide you.

Whether you’re looking to grow your career or try something new, just stop by. All you need is the passion to make a difference.

11/17/2025

Your experience is powerful — and it can help improve care for others.

Citizen Advocates is creating a Behavioral Health Patient Advisory Committee to give those receiving services — and their supporters — a platform to share their voice.

📣 We’re looking for members:
✔️ With lived experience
✔️ Ready to make an impact
✔️ Who reflect our communities

🗓 First meeting: Thursday, November 20 at 4:30 p.m. at 125 Finney Blvd.
📍 Public welcome | Join in person or virtually

Use your insight to:
✔️ Share feedback
✔️ Strengthen services
✔️ Partner with leaders

📧 jennacoronelpond@citizenadvocates.net
📞 518-483-3261

11/14/2025

Take control of your care – anytime, anywhere! 💻📱
With the myHealthPointe app, you can:

📝 Complete required forms
💬 Message your care team
📄 Request doctor’s notes
📅 Manage appointments 24/7

Visit https://loom.ly/USAlZMg and call your clinic for your registration code.

11/13/2025

🎉 It’s National Nurse Practitioner Week! 🎉

From Nov. 9–15, we’re celebrating the incredible Nurse Practitioners at our Massena, Ogdensburg, and Saranac Lake Behavioral Health locations.

These compassionate professionals deliver holistic, evidence-based care to individuals living with mental health and addiction diagnoses. 💙

Meet the team:
• Rita Curran, PMHNP-BC
• Kathy Green, PMHNP-BC
• Jill Kennedy, PMHNP-BC
• Anne Malcolm, PMHNP-BC
• Kathleen Scott, PMHNP-BC

Using a person-centered approach, our NPs assess, diagnose and provide ongoing medication management for children, adolescents and adults. They work closely with therapists, nurses and case managers to ensure every individual receives the care they deserve.

Thank you for all you do! 🙌

11/12/2025

🌟 We're Hiring! 🌟

Citizen Advocates is looking for a compassionate and detail-oriented Customer Support Representative to join our team at the Saranac Lake Outpatient Clinic!

📍 Location: 70 Edgewood Road, Saranac Lake, NY
🕒 Employment Type: Full-time, Onsite
💰 Pay Range: $17–$22/hour
🎁 Perks & Benefits: Generous paid time off, comprehensive health benefits and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact every day.

If you're passionate about helping others and thrive in a supportive, mission-driven environment, we’d love to hear from you!

👉 Apply here: https://loom.ly/jNt_E4w

11/12/2025

🌟 Celebrating National Nurse Practitioner Week! 🌟

From November 9–15, we’re proud to honor the incredible Nurse Practitioners at our Malone and Watertown Behavioral Health locations.

These compassionate and highly skilled professionals provide holistic, evidence-based care to individuals living with mental health and addiction diagnoses. Using a person-centered approach, they assess, diagnose and support children, adolescents and adults—collaborating closely with therapists, nurses and case managers to ensure the best outcomes.

👏 Join us in recognizing our amazing team:

• Kelsey Burnham. PMHNP-BC
• Brandon Coats, PMHNP-BC
• Dianna Harvey-Emery, PMHNP-BC
• Kimbery Sloan, PMHNP-BC
• Lindsey Williams, PMHNP-BC
• Ruth Ann Williamson, PMHNP-BC
• Ashley LaValley, PMHNP-BC
• Felix Osawaru, PMHNP-BC

Thank you for your dedication and the difference you make every day! 💙

11/11/2025

Today and every day, we honor our veterans for their incredible service and sacrifice.

If you're a veteran in need of mental health support, remember that we're here to help. ➡ https://loom.ly/4cDJibI

11/10/2025

Citizen Advocates proudly offers EMDR therapy to our veterans, providing an effective path to healing from PTSD. Together, we're committed to supporting those who have served and sacrificed for our nation.

➡ Learn more about EMDR here: https://loom.ly/sAZ-4jY