
She received a BA in Communications from Mt. Nora Gagnon has been with Step One since 2009. She primarily uses a combination of Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Motivational Interviewing (MI). Constance has extensive experience in treating addiction, anxiety, depression and eating disorders, while using Evidence Based Practices-treatment that is researched and proven effective. Connie believes in empowering individuals to overcome obstacles and to work towards the changes they want to see.

She has worked in both outpatient and inpatient substance abuse facilities.Ĭonnie works to provide her clients with support and empathy while focusing on their strengths and the goals they want to reach. Connie earned her Credentialed Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Counselor certificate in 2011 and is now a Master CASAC.Ĭonnie has worked in the field of substance abuse and mental health since 2004. Paul holds a Bachelor of Arts in Communication from Brooklyn College and a Master of Business Administration from Regis University, with a concentration in health care financial management.Ĭonnie is a graduate of Adelphi University School of Social Work where she earned her LMSW, she also has an undergraduate Bachelor’s degree in Social Work from Marist college. Paul has also been an adjunct lecturer in Revenue Cycle Management and sits on the HIM Revenue Cycle advisory board at Plaza College. Paul has also held a variety of leadership roles in Patient Access and Revenue Cycle at other hospitals in the city and on Long Island. While there, Paul oversaw all strategic planning for the organizations growth. of Business Development for Cornerstone Treatment Facilities an employee owned inpatient detoxification and rehabilitation facility. where his responsibilities included the opening of new locations, product strategy and design, market development and growth of top-line revenue. Prior to his role at Step One, Paul was the Regional Vice President of Business Development at Phoenix House. Paul is responsible for ensuring that Step One’s long and short-term strategies drive client growth and retention and align with the mission and vision of the organization. Paul Creary, Chief Growth Officer, has more than 25 years of experience in all facets of health care delivery from payer to patient, with direct experience growing and scaling businesses. Chris has spent the majority of his lifetime dedicated to creating compassionate, honest, client centered therapeutic environments for individuals in personal crisis. Chris is also an adjunct professor at Marist College.Ĭhris is committed to providing the most comprehensive, effective, up-to-date clinical response to substance abuse and the people afflicted by this disease. Chris is also the Director of Training of the Hudson Valley Counseling School in Newburgh & Fishkill, New York for professionals seeking their CASAC certification.

Chris has a small private psychotherapy practice in New Paltz, NY. Bean Foundation, Nyack Hospital, and Craig House Hospital in New York. His work has included Network Adolescent Program, Valley Hospital, Fair Oaks Hospital, Von Ost Institute, The A.K. Chris earned his Certified Alcoholism Counseling (CAC) in 1996, holds an International Chemical Dependency Certification and is a Credentialed Alcohol & Substance Abuse Counselor (CASAC).Ĭhris has worked in supervisory positions since 1994 and direct clinical work in substance abuse and mental health treatment since 1988. Christopher Dennehy, LCSW, CASAC has been the Clinical Director of Step One since 2003.Ĭhris is a graduate of Fordham University School of Social Work and has Post Graduate training in Gestalt Psychotherapy with an undergraduate Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Montclair University.
