CNY Mental Health Counseling, PLLC

08/13/2025

August is the New January 💫

In the latest issue of Stroll Magazine, reflects on why August—quietly tucked between summer’s end and fall’s beginning—might just be the best time to reset.

Instead of striving to “reinvent” ourselves, what if we made one small, sustainable shift that helps us reconnect to who we already are?

✨ “No pressure. No perfection. Just presence.”

You can read Dr. Carman’s full article in the August issue of Stroll Manlius.

08/02/2025

Come say hi to Alexa and Cara at the BIPOC Mental Health and Wellness Fair in Clinton Square today! They’ll be there until 4!

08/02/2025

Come check out CNYMHC the BIPOC Mental Health Fair in Clinton Square! Make sure to say Hi to Alexa and Cara!

06/02/2025

🎉 We’re pleased to share that CNY Mental Health Counseling, PLLC is now officially MWBE (Minority and Women-Owned Business Enterprise) Certified in New York State! 💪

This certification reflects the leadership and identity of our practice and reinforces our commitment to inclusivity and accessibility in the communities we serve.

Thank you to our team, clients, and partners for being part of this milestone with us!

05/30/2025

We’re counting down to Taste of David's Refuge on June 13th—and our hearts are full thinking of the incredible families we’ve met through this community. 💛

In this short video, Ashley shares what makes working with families from David’s Refuge so meaningful. As therapists, we’re honored to walk beside these caregivers—offering support, healing, and a reminder that they don’t have to do it alone.

✨ We hope to see you there and show some love for a cause that truly helps families thrive.

05/29/2025

Our Practice Manager, Christine Phillips, was on with 's Chief Development Officer, Diana Nightingale, to promote Taste of David's Refuge!

🎉 The event is June 13th at Heritage Hill in Pompey, NY!

Join us — CNYMHC — and David's Refuge to support David's refuge on their mission to provide respite, resources, and support for caregivers like Christine and so many others in New York State.

🎟️ Tickets & caregiver sponsorships available at davidsrefuge.org!

04/25/2025

Check it out! We love David's Refuge and the impact we make on the community together!

Good News York: Uplifting Caregivers with David's Refuge - Featuring Kate HouckIn this heartfelt episode of Good News York, hosts Matt and Matthew are joined...

04/16/2025

📣 Participants Needed for Research Study on Equine-Assisted Counseling & Autism in Adults 📣

One of our amazing counselors, Jessie Darkis, is currently working on her doctoral dissertation at Syracuse University — and she needs your help!

Jessie's study explores the experiences of autistic adults who have participated in equine-assisted counseling (EAC). If that sounds like you or someone you know, this is a chance to contribute valuable insights to important research!

To participate, you must:

✅ Be 18 or older

✅ Identify as autistic or having ASD

✅ Have done EAC in the past year

✅ Be able to do two interviews (in person, phone, or virtual)

✅ Be okay with the interviews being audio recorded

📩 There is no compensation, but your voice can make a difference in shaping understanding and support for autistic adults in therapeutic settings.

💬 Questions or interested in participating?
Email Jessie's SU email at jtdarkis@syr.edu or scan the QR code in the flyer below!

📌 Please share with anyone who might be eligible and interested!

04/07/2025

We had a wonderful week connecting with our Fayetteville-Manlius community! 💚

Last Monday (3/31), we participated in the district’s Instructional Fair. Jade led a presentation on Inner Child Work and its impact on emotional awareness and healing, while Jessie shared insights on the Indivisible Self Model of Wellness and how this framework can support holistic well-being in and out of the classroom. Both sessions helped teachers reflect on how mental health tools can enrich their teaching and better support their students.

During the lunch and wellness break, Nikki and Alexa hosted a calming space for educators to relax and recharge. From foot and neck massagers to Neurofeedback demos and quiet mindfulness moments, we were happy to offer a mid-day pause that centered wellness.

Later in the week, on Thursday and Friday, Christine and Alexa returned to FM High School for our annual Mental Health Presentations with 9th and 10th grade students. The conversations were empowering, insightful, and filled with meaningful participation from the students—we were so impressed!

At CNY Mental Health Counseling, we deeply value these opportunities to partner with our local schools and support the mental health of both educators and students. 💚 We’re grateful to FM for welcoming us into their community, and we look forward to continued collaboration.

03/20/2025

🌸 Hello, Spring! 🌞

As we welcome the first day of spring, it’s the perfect time to embrace new beginnings—not just for nature, but for ourselves, too. 🌱

Just like the flowers bloom after a long winter, we can use this season as a reminder to nurture our mental health and let positivity grow.

✨ Here are a few ways to reset and refresh this spring:
🌼 Spend time outdoors—sunshine and fresh air can boost your mood.
🌷 Try a new self-care routine—small changes can bring new energy.
🌞 Practice mindfulness—notice the beauty of the season around you.

🌻 What’s one thing you’re doing to care for your mental health this spring? Share below—we’d love to hear! 💚

03/11/2025

💤 Sleep isn’t just rest—it’s fuel for peak performance!

🏆 Athletes who don’t get enough sleep risk slower reaction times, decreased endurance, and higher injury rates. Prioritize quality rest to train smarter, recover faster, and perform at your best!

03/08/2025

Helping kids develop a growth mindset sets them up for success in school and life!🌱✨

By embracing challenges, learning from mistakes, and celebrating effort, children build resilience and confidence. Let’s teach them the power of 'not yet' instead of 'I can't'! 💪