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Baila Goldstein LSCSW

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Statement of belief:

As a psychotherapist with over 35 years of experience, I work with individuals and couples. I have extensive experience with caregivers, older adults and their families both individually and in groups.

I strongly believe that people have the ability to change and grow emotionally, physically and spiritually. Through therapy I offer my clients the opportunity to have more choices and to see more possibilities for their lives. I approach a client's struggle in a heartfelt manner, paying attention to the deeper messages beneath surface communication. In working with couples I help each partner take responsibility for their own actions in a non judgmental, non blaming atmosphere. I believe that people have the answers to their problems within themselves and our work together is to help uncover them, thus making their lives more satisfying.

In 1990, I joined CHRA and am pleased to be part of this caring community.

Experience:

	Director, Social Service Dept. former Lakeside Hospital
	Manager, Older Adult Programs, Jewish Family Services
	Presented workshops on topics related to older adults, such as aging, care giving and grief and loss
	Wrote weekly column, “Dear Baila,” in Kansas City Jewish Chronicle, focusing on needs of older adults and their families

	BA, Case Western Reserve University, Cleveland, Ohio
	MSW Boston University School of Social Work, Boston, MA
	Graduate, Kansas City Body Centered Gestalt Training Program

	Board Member, Kansas City Partnership for Caregivers
	Member, Community Advisory Committee, UMKC Dept. of Social Work.
	Member National Association of Social Workers
	Member Academy of Certified Social Workers