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Autistic Program: We are happy to announce that our Autistic Program; located in the new school building; is thriving. We have been able to double the student population in this program; as we continue to receive new referrals. The NCIA Youth in Transition School; under the leadership of the executive director of education and two directors of education; operates a nonpublic special educational program: Type I full day special education and related services program for students with autism; emotional disturbance and/or mental retardation in an elementary school (grades 6-8); a secondary school (grades 9-12); and in a non-graded (ages 14-21) educational program. The school has the capacity to serve 140 male and female students between the ages of 11 and 21. A special education teacher and an instructional assistant staff every classroom with a limit of no more than nine students in each classroom. Each student is provided individualized instructional programming and related services based on their Individualized Education Plan (IEP). The secondary school (grades 9-12) offered by the school grants secondary school credits and issues credits towards a local school system diploma. Students will be eligible to receive a diploma from a local school system.

Introduction to ServicesThe Carroll County Youth Service Bureau (CCYSB) is a multifaceted outpatient mental health treatment agency licensed by the Maryland Department of Health and Mental Hygiene and certified by the Department of Juvenile Services. Treatment and prevention services are largely designed to support children; adolescents; and families; with adult services available as well. Treatment options include psychotherapy and psychiatric evaluations; which are offered through the outpatient clinic; and home based services through the family preservation and mobile treatment programs. Parenting education is emphasized in all facets of service delivery.The staff is composed of: 1) Masters level social workers and professional counselors who specialize in child and family therapy; 2) Psychiatrists who provide psychiatric assessments and medication management; with our full-time psychiatrist serving as the Medical Director.CCYSB has developed a unique collaborative relationship with many Carroll County agencies to ensure the continuum of mental health services is available and accessible by all.

ZamDance is a fitness class for children and adults with disabilities. The class introduces a structured environment while allowing the students to be able to move at their own pace. The students are entertained by the music and dance movements. This class also keeps the students happily engaged while learning different dance steps such as MERENGUE; JAZZ and HIP-HOP! Jacqueline Zamora; founder of ZamDance; resides in Maryland; and for over ten years has worked professionally in a variety of capacities with special needs children.

Types of ServicesIndividual Counseling/Therapy for Children; Adolescents; Adults and Senior CitizensCoping With Aging/ Illness/ DeathDepression; Anxiety; Mood; Personality DisordersMarital/Couples CounselingDomesting ViolenceFamily ConflictsRehabilitation Counseling/TherapyAddiction ScreeningAlcoholism/ Drug AbuseGamblingBipolarPost Traumatic Stress DisorderSuicideGrief/LossWomens Issues; Trauma; AbuseCrisis CounselingGay/ Lesbian IssuesSexuality/ Sex Role ConflictsAdjustment to HandicapsParentingPhobiasAssertiveness TrainingCommunicationConflict ResolutionRelaxation TrainingSchool AdjustmentSelf esteem/ Self AwarenessCoping With Separation/ DivorceStress ManagementDecision MakingConsultation Services To Health/School/Social Service Professionals e.g. Provide at physician's request psychological support and psychotherapy to patients who are being treated with psychopharmacological therapy.Organizational Development ConsultationEmployer/Employee Assistance ProgramsContinuing EducationProfessional In-service WorkshopsSeminarsCommunity PresentationsMental Status AssessmentsPsychological TestingCareer/Vocational CounselingDeveloping Human PotentialValues ClarificationEmployee Screening for Law EnforcementLearning DisabilityProjective TechniquesTailored Selective e.g. Learning Disabilities such as Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder Eating DisordersWeight Control/ ObesityClinical Supervision

Tara is a neurodiversity affirming SLP, specializing in working with young children (age 2-6) who are gestalt language processors. She is trained in Natural Language Acquisition (NLA), Sensory strategies, and AAC usage. She utilizes a child-led, play-based, therapy approach to personalize treatment sessions for each child. Tara provides in-person therapy in and around Howard County and teletherapy services throughout Maryland and Florida. She also provides training and coaching sessions.