Jessica Royal, LMSW

07/25/2025

07/16/2025

Let’s talk harm reduction.

My philosophy is that if we provide access to services to reduce unsafe practices- the threshold for recovery increases when the person *feels* cared for.

Here at Serenity- I offer a few options for harm reduction along with the ability to refer to outside programs for further recovery.

We are in this together.

07/12/2025

We are here right out in front of Brick and Mortar!l down at Potsdam Chamber of Commerce Summerfest!

07/05/2025

Farmers Market Season is here! I would love to take the time to showcase some wonderful food programs the county has to offer!

In this guide: it highlights some fantastic local farmers that participate in our county’s SNAP, Garden Share and Double Up Bucks!

Want to learn more, my friend and community colleague Jackie Card- member- can answer any questions you have!

And as always- I will also try my best to answer any questions!

07/04/2025

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Here are some tips to support your friends, family and neighbors..

Let them know ahead of time if you choose to celebrate with fireworks; preparation and knowledge of what’s to come can ease the element of surprise.

Check on them. A simple phone call, text can go along way.

Be reasonable about times you are using fireworks.

Be mindful of how, although different, the similarities in sound can quickly activate fight or flight.

And remember always to be SAFE.

Crisis hotlines
988 Su***de & Crisis Lifeline: Call or text 988, or chat online 24/7
Crisis Text Line: Text "GOT5" to 741741
OASAS HOPEline: Call 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY 24/7
New York State Domestic Violence and Sexual Violence Hotline: Call 1-800-942-6906 or text 844-997-2121
Other crisis resources
START Program - New York State: Call 844-567-8278
National Call Center for Homeless Veterans: Call 1-877-4AID-VET
The Samaritans NYC: Call 1-212-673-3000

07/02/2025

The other practice I work with has some AMAZING groups happening! Check them out and message me or send an email for more information!

06/30/2025

I’ve been LOVING all the new referrals and interests from new clients lately!

However- I can only do so much doing sessions during the day and without having an answering service to take down referral information for me, so it’s super helpful if you leave a voicemail for me to return when I have a moment 🤍

With that being said I have reached out to all the voicemails that I have received recently, and do appreciate the patience!

-Jessica

06/24/2025

Scorching temperatures have arrived throughout the county.

Here is a list of the local cooling centers. Please- if you are struggling- reach out to me via my messenger page and I will do my best to connect you to resources to help beat the heat ❤️‍🔥