Ms. Turner attributes her success to the unwavering support of her family and friends, whose encouragement has been a constant source of strength during challenging moments.
ALBANY, NY, September 05, 2024 /24-7PressRelease/ -- Katie Turner has been selected for inclusion in Marquis Who's Who. As in all Marquis Who's Who biographical volumes, individuals profiled are selected on the basis of current reference value. Factors such as position, noteworthy accomplishments, visibility, and prominence in a field are all taken into account during the selection process.
Ms. Turner is a licensed mental health counselor with a robust career dedicated to supporting children and families. She has been an integral part of Schoolhouse Pediatrics in Albany, New York, since 2020, where she works with neurodivergent children and adolescents. Ms. Turner's role involves collaborating with parents or caregivers, advocating for special education services at schools and coordinating with school counselors, psychologists, law guardians and other specialists involved in the child's care. Ms. Turner recently completed the certification program for Autism Spectrum Disorder Certified Specialist (ASDCS) and will be the keynote speaker at the MOHR Leadership conference in St. Cloud, MN in May 2025.
In addition to her role at Schoolhouse Pediatrics, Ms. Turner was a licensed mental health counselor at Freedom First Psychological Services PLLC in Latham, New York, from 2018-2021. Her expertise in behavioral plans and intervention for children has been instrumental in her success.
Ms. Turner's career began with roles that laid the foundation for her expertise. She was a teacher's assistant at St. Colman's Home from 2009 to 2011, working closely with children requiring specialized educational support. She then worked as a counseling intern at CreekSide Mental Health Counseling Services PLLC between 2012 and 2013, gaining valuable hands-on experience in mental health counseling. From 2016 to 2020, Ms. Turner was a behavior specialist at the Center for Disabilities Services, where she developed and implemented behavioral plans tailored to each individual's unique needs.
In preparation for her career, Ms. Turner received a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and a Master of Science in Mental Health Counseling from the State University of New York at Oswego in 2008 and 2013, respectively.
In addition to her professional achievements, Ms. Turner is actively involved in a local non-profit, Bring on the Spectrum, to help create a peer educational program for inclusion and compassion within schools.
Ms. Turner is also an accomplished author. In November 2023, she published "Amelia's Adventures," a children's book written from the perspective of a 7-year-old girl with autism spectrum disorder. The book portrays autism as a superpower and aims to shed light on the overwhelming nature of life for individuals with the diagnosis while emphasizing their unique ability to experience a full array of emotions.
Ms. Turner attributes her success to the unwavering support of her family and friends, whose encouragement has been a constant source of strength during challenging moments. As she prepares for the future, she plans to work on a sequel to her book and expand her knowledge through further training in anxiety-based interventions or family-oriented approaches. She believes in the importance of continuous learning as both people and intervention methods are constantly evolving. Ms. Turner's dedication to her profession and passion for helping others have made her a respected figure in the field of mental health counseling, leaving a significant impact on the lives of the children and families she serves.
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