LILY REICHENBAUM
Summary
Compassionate psychology graduate with 8+ years delivering trauma-informed behavioral support to children, families, and adults in recovery. Experienced in clinical group facilitation, early childhood intervention, and pediatric cancer advocacy. Seeking Advanced Standing MSW to pursue LCSW licensure and provide evidence-based mental health services in New York and Connecticut.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Early Childhood Educator
YWCA Greenwich
Greenwich
04.2026 - Current
- Developed engaging lesson plans for diverse age groups and learning styles.
- Fostered a safe, nurturing environment to promote emotional and social development.
- Collaborated with colleagues to implement curriculum standards and educational goals.
Early Childhood Behavioral Specialist & Private Childcare Provider
Bright Horizons & LR Child Care
06.2015 - Current
- Provide daily trauma-informed care and behavioral coaching for 15–25 infants, toddlers, and preschoolers from diverse socioeconomic and cultural backgrounds
- Partner with parents and early-intervention teams to develop individualized plans for emotional regulation, sleep training, and developmental milestones
- Implement de-escalation and positive reinforcement strategies in high-need settings
Lead Preschool Teacher
The Learning Experience
09.2024 - 05.2025
- Designed and delivered social-emotional learning curriculum for classes of 12–18 children ages 3–5, emphasizing conflict resolution and emotional identification
- Supported children with ADHD, anxiety, and speech delays in collaboration with families and specialists
Youth Mentor & Camp Counselor
Hampton Country Day Camp
06.2023 - 09.2024
- Guided emotional growth and relationship-building for groups of 10–15 campers managing separation anxiety, family transitions, and social challenges
- (summers)
Research Assistant
Burton Blatt Institute, Syracuse University
09.2021 - 05.2022
- Conducted research and promoted The Leeds Project, advancing disability justice and inclusive policy
Clinical Group Facilitator Intern
The PAC Program
08.2021 - 01.2022
- Co-facilitated weekly process and psychoeducational groups (8–12 adults in early substance-use recovery) under direct LCSW supervision
- Applied motivational interviewing, harm-reduction principles, and stages-of-change model to support relapse prevention and healing goals
Founder & President
King Pediatric Cancer Club
01.2018 - 12.2020
- Created toy-drive and greeting-card initiatives that raised $4,500+ and directly supported 50+ pediatric oncology patients and families
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Syracuse University
Syracuse, NYSkills
- Trauma-informed care
- Group facilitation
- Motivational interviewing basics
- Crisis de-escalation
- Child & family advocacy
- Cultural humility
- Multidisciplinary collaboration
- Behavioral coaching
Certification
- NYS Mandated Reporter Training (2025)
- Mental Health First Aid (in progress)
- Trauma-Informed Care Certificate (expected Jan 2026)
Timeline
Early Childhood Educator
YWCA Greenwich
04.2026 - Current
Lead Preschool Teacher
The Learning Experience
09.2024 - 05.2025
Youth Mentor & Camp Counselor
Hampton Country Day Camp
06.2023 - 09.2024
Research Assistant
Burton Blatt Institute, Syracuse University
09.2021 - 05.2022
Clinical Group Facilitator Intern
The PAC Program
08.2021 - 01.2022
Founder & President
King Pediatric Cancer Club
01.2018 - 12.2020
Early Childhood Behavioral Specialist & Private Childcare Provider
Bright Horizons & LR Child Care
06.2015 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Syracuse University