Dr. Beth Hollander, Licensed Psychologist

07/14/2026

I posted this last year during one of the heat waves, but I'm sharing it again as a reminder - be safe, stay cool, and drink plenty of water!

06/27/2026

Food insecurity doesn't stop just because the school year ends.

If your child is hungry, stop by the Middle Country Public Library in Centereach throughout the summer (starting on July 1) for free lunch. Out of district children welcome and no registration required.

Share widely!

🍎 FREE Lunch for Kids at MCPL! 🥪

We’re excited to offer free, nutritious lunches for all children ages 18 & under—no registration needed and out-of-district families are welcome! Join us at MCPL-Centereach, Monday through Friday, from July 1st to August 28th, between 11:30am and 12:30pm.

Meals must be enjoyed on-site, so bring your friends and make lunchtime fun!
This program is provided by L.I.Cares.

02/13/2026

💜🌊 Hi everyone, it’s SCPA Ray! 🌊💜

On this P.S. I Love You Day, I want to remind you of something important…

P.S. You matter more than you know.

Here’s your lighthouse tip for today:
💜 Check in, don’t check out. 💜

Send a quick text. Make a call. Sit with someone for a few extra minutes. Connection is one of the strongest protectors of mental health. Even small moments of kindness can shine a very bright light.

If you or someone you love is struggling, you are not alone.
📞 Call or text 988 to reach the National Su***de & Crisis Lifeline — available 24/7, free, and confidential.

And if you’re looking for ongoing support, our community of trusted professionals is here to help. Visit www.suffolkpsych.org
and click on the “Find a Psychologist” tab to connect with a licensed psychologist in Suffolk County.

Let’s keep shining for each other. 💡💜

With care,
SCPA Ray
Suffolk County Psychological Association

01/20/2026

An important look at the nuances of AI for therapy use

AI offers emotional support, but without oversight and change, that can cost lives.

12/16/2025

Sesame Street: getting it right yet again.

11/22/2025

Thinking of those who are struggling, either with their own pain or with loss. You're not alone.

11/20/2025

November 20th is Transgender Day of Remembrance, where we acknowledge and honor the trans, nonbinary, and gender-nonconforming lives cut short by anti-trans violence. With the rise of anti-trans laws, attacks on health care, and hate crimes, the fight for their futures and their rights is urgent.

Trans and nonbinary people deserve more than equality – they deserve safety, dignity, joy, and more than anything, they deserve to grow old.

11/18/2025

Take a moment with Elmo and Mr. Jonathan

10/10/2025

Just a reminder that your mental health is just as important as any other part of your health.

You are loved, and you deserve to be here. Take care of yourself.