Policy Strategy Consultants, LLC was founded by Dr. Lauren Polvere. With a Ph.D. in Developmental Psychology and an M.A. in Counseling/Community Psychology, Lauren has designed and led participatory evaluations with a special focus on housing, behavioral health, and early childhood for over fifteen years. She brings an innovative and participatory approach to translating research evidence to practitioners and policy makers, with the goal of enhancing impact and bringing effective interventions to scale.

For each project, Policy Strategy Consultants assembles a dynamic team that brings expertise aligned to our clients’ needs and goals. Our consultants specialize in program design and development, statistical analysis, qualitative inquiry, Community Based Participatory Research, database development, and strategic planning. We offer content expertise in early childhood development, services for people with disabilities, behavioral health, housing, homelessness, education, youth development, and criminal justice.

The cornerstone of our work is the cultivation of collaborative and trusting relationships with our clients and with project stakeholders. Our work does not end with a final report- we work with clients to develop mechanisms for continued excellent work, through the creation of internal evaluation capacity, “living” resources and tools that evolve over time, strategic plans, technical assistance plans, and Communities of Practice.

Recent and representative clients include (please inquire for a full list):

• New York State Homes & Community Renewal
• New York State Library
• Franklin County Community Services
• Chateaugay Central School District
• Transitions ACR, University of Massachusetts
• Building Bridges Initiative