About Us

Philip Y Goldstein, CEO of PYG consulting, has over 35 years of experience in the Child Welfare arena, from ground level to Executive Leadership. Our innovative solution-focused methodology can aid all systems and agencies that are involved with children and families. We serve government agencies, community based agencies, law enforcement, not-for profits, schools and other institutions. 

There are no changes that will not make a difference.  Even the small ones can be major.  Through targeted strategic analysis, supported by essential data dives and knowing today’s and tomorrow’s landscape of child welfare, we can provide a blueprint of steps for continued and new success. Cutting edge programs in Child Welfare were advanced through our work.  Some highlights  of Mr. Goldstein include:

-Pioneered New York State model for identification and treatment for Commercially Sexually Exploited Children (CSEC)

-Developed a 'Cross Systems Unit' approach to working with teenagers and families who have complex needs/trauma who touch multiple systems. 

 -Created, developed, planned and implemented an in depth innovative training program for new workers in child welfare  

-Collaboration with Family Court Judges on all child welfare issues; including LEAN projects (Lean Project Management uses data-driven methods to manage projects by focusing on continuously improving the process)

-Member of The Child Welfare Policy and Practice Group (CWG) a renowned national child welfare organization

-QSR reviews of Child Protective, Foster care and Preventive (in-home) services

-Developed and wrote polices for all child welfare programs

-Developed data driven methodology to support best practice

-Family centered, strength based and trauma informed work

-Expert witness case reviews, court reports and testimony

PYG consulting is all about people who have dedicated their professional lives to helping others.  Our mission is to ensure children and families receive the utmost professional services that maintain the safety of children.