Larry Hochwald, CPRP, has worked in healthcare for over 20 years and mental healthcare for over 17. In mental health, he has worked on inpatient, residential services and has run an employment program. He has authored and presented training for staff and community members for over 19 years, the last 6.5 years as the New York City and Long Island training and technical assistance facilitator for NYAPRS-the New York Association of Psychiatric Rehabilitation Services in a position funded by the New York State Office of Mental Health.