About Us
A New Spirit Behavioral Health Services Foundation operates on the principle “The heart of the family is the well being of its members”. The emotional stability of families produces success in educational outcomes, job performance, social networks, and other areas of human interaction for all family members. The unexpected turns and outcomes in life can interfere with a family’s functioning. The foundation dedicates itself to helping restore emotional balance in the lives of families, children and individuals when challenging circumstances arise.
“The heart of the family is the well-being of its members.”
Denise Ray-Shields, PhD
Founder, CEO, President
Dr. Denise Ray-Shields is a psychotherapist and founder of the Foundation. She recognizes the immense benefit of a therapeutic approach to helping children and families manage the adverse experiences of their lives. She possesses years of experience in working with children and families. She served as a Family Court Administrator in Philadelphia and worked closely with the Department of Human Services and related agencies to develop effective policies and procedures for children and families in various settings. She has served on a number of boards and committees directed at child and family wellbeing.
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Vision Statement
Every child and adult live out their family’s best expectations, despite emotional adversity. Familial and social interactions, meeting educational and employment responsibilities, and/or providing for the family’s needs are tasks that the foundation inspires to be effectively managed by every family.
Core Values
- Preservation of the strength and spirit of the family.
- Dedication to fostering emotional wellbeing in children and families
- Rigorous engagement that ensures every client is treated with the utmost dignity and respect
- Creation and maintenance of a trauma informed environment that focuses on improved emotional health and safety
- Implementation of interventions to change lives for the better
- Understanding and practicing according to the diverse communities in which we live and work
- The belief that life chances are significantly impacted by positive experiences and the introduction of resources
Mission Statement
Providing behavioral health interventions and services to children, adults, and families experiencing emotional distress brought on by the opioid epidemic, COVID-19 pandemic, and other stressful life events; promoting opportunity and access to overcome difficulties and achieve fulfilling lives inside families.
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