Meet Our Founders
Heather Peck Dziewulski, LCSW, BCD
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Heather is a leader in human services and behavioral health, with expertise in psychiatric, residential, and community settings. She has developed influential programs for high-risk youth and is recognized for her work in resilience, business development, clinical programming, and workforce management. Specializing in high-risk children facing attachment issues, trauma, and emotional challenges, she uses strength-based, evidence-informed approaches to support families and foster resilience.
Hope Stonerook, MBA, LCSW
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Hope delivers mission-critical results in complex environments, specializing in program development for vulnerable populations and excelling in grant writing, strategic planning, and training. With over a decade of experience managing multi-million-dollar budgets, she evaluates program outcomes and interprets policies across all government levels. Hope also supports nonprofits through board service and advocacy.
Emotional Development
At our practice, we prioritize emotional development as a cornerstone of growth for children. Emotional development is the foundation of a child's ability to understand, express, and manage their emotions. It begins in infancy, as children form bonds with caregivers, and evolves as they grow, learning to navigate social interactions and build emotional resilience. This process involves recognizing emotions in themselves and others, developing empathy, and practicing emotional regulation.
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Our practice uses a proprietary assessment model designed to provide a comprehensive understanding of each client’s unique needs. This model integrates evidence-based approaches with practical insights to evaluate emotional, behavioral, and relational factors. By tailoring the assessment to the individual, we create highly personalized treatment plans that empower growth and foster lasting resilience. Our model ensures a holistic, client-centered foundation for effective care.
Our Values
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We value the creativity of children and the strength of families.
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We value the people we work with as much as those we work for.
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We believe that open and honest communication builds the foundation of trust and leads to resilience.
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We are passionate about the importance of resilience at the individual, family, organizational, and community level.​
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We believe positive change can happen.
Services
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We provide a variety of resources and services for children, teens, and their families, equipping them with practical coping skills to foster healthier and more natural interactions in their home, school, and community environments.
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Additionally, we collaborate closely with a trusted network of support organizations throughout the Commonwealth and across the nation, ensuring comprehensive care and access to valuable resources.