Meet Adriana Maya Kaye, LMSW! Adriana sees clients in Dutchess county.
Adriana enjoys being a clinician because she enjoys seeing people progress towards their goals.
What made you decide to enter into this profession?
Adriana has a rather extensive background of working passionately with others to achieve their goals. Before Adriana pursued her master’s degree in social work, she spent a few years working as a Spanish language teacher and later was a case manager for undocumented Hispanic immigrants. In this multifaceted role, she acted as the case manager, advocate, therapist, and medical translator for Spanish speaking people who were transitioning into American society. Through this experience, Adriana grew fond of assisting many people through their journeys towards their goals and aspirations. This realization was her primary motive for entering into a master’s program to pursue social work.
What part of being a counselor do you most enjoy?
Adriana most enjoys seeing people progress towards their goals. She appreciates every moment of helping her clients from establishing their goals and concerns to helping clients find their strengths and improve their situation. Adriana believes this experience brings her great satisfaction because she is helping her clients live their lives to their wishes and become more resourceful individuals.
Why do you like working with Cornerstone Mobile Counseling?
Adriana expressed her appreciation for many of Cornerstone Mobile Counseling’s strengths and values. Adriana spoke about how clinicians are autonomous and independent professionals, something that is not common in other counseling organizations. She believes that Cornerstone’s approach to therapy is flexible, which allows her the opportunity to provide tailored and personalized care to each of her clients. Furthermore, Adriana feels grateful for the strong sense of support Cornerstone provides. She mentioned how her fellow coworkers and people in other positions throughout the company exchange information because of the desire to learn and improve themselves. Moreover, Adriana spoke confidently about how Cornerstone provides and encourages flexibility. She loves how she has a healthy balance between work and her personal life.
What is the biggest difference between working with Cornerstone versus your previous employment?
Adriana spoke positively about how Cornerstone “is a dream.” compared to her previous job experience. When she used to work in healthcare centers, she was very limited and restricted in what types of therapy she could provide. Since joining Cornerstone Mobile Counseling, Adriana has been able to provide any evidence-based therapeutic techniques and psychotherapies she deems fit for her clients. Not only does the flexibility benefit her clients, but it also benefits Adriana because she is able to learn and grow as a clinician herself.
What are some reasons why you enjoy going to clients’ homes/public places and offering your services in those types of environments?
Adriana believes that these types of environments are more comfortable for her clients. She thinks the environments foster her clients’ growth because her clients “say and do more” in environments that comfort them than in traditional settings. She sees the benefit of working with clients in public places because it encourages a variety of therapeutic tactics such as taking walks or engaging in some sort of exercise. Adriana thinks that this “holistic care” is essential to her clients’ progress and is a unique aspect of the company. She feels strongly that the company provides a new dimension to revolutionizing therapy and allows her to see her clients in their true and natural state.
What is something you personally do to take care of your own mental health?
Adriana is very in tune with her mental health and immerses herself in many therapeutic activities. She engages in meditation, mindfulness, and yoga with her daughter. Apart from this, she enjoys riding her bike and talking to close family members and friends.
If you could visit anywhere in the world, where would you go?
“Could I have a trip around the world?”
What is your favorite meal or snack?
Favorite snack is a healthy trail mix.
What is your favorite word or catchphrase?
Peace
Would you rather explore space or the bottom of the ocean?
Space