Our Team

Dr. Andy Lopez-Williams

Dr. Andy Lopez-Williams is a licensed psychologist with training and experience in clinical, forensic, and neuropsychology. He received his Ph.D. from the University at Buffalo and completed his Residency in Psychology at the University of Washington, School of Medicine. He has been assessing and treating neurodevelopmental and neurocognitive disorders for more than 15 years. He has numerous articles in various peer-reviewed, scientific journals and presented at various conferences on topics related to the assessment and treatment of behavioral health problems. Dr. Lopez-Williams co-founder of CNY Quest. He has also founded its sister agencies ADHD & Autism Psychological Services and Advocacy and Aspire Behavioral Health Solutions.

Jennifer Dempsey

Jennifer received her Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from the State University of New York College at Fredonia and Master’s degree in Clinical Psychology from Edinboro University of Pennsylvania. Prior to working at Central New York Quest, Jennifer worked on an inpatient mental health unit and also conducted crisis assessments in an emergency room setting. Jennifer has a passion for enriching the lives of individuals with developmental disabilities.

Cherie Alberski

Cherie Alberski is a Qualified Intellectual Disabilities Professional with almost 25 years of experience in the field. She received her Associate’s Degree in Human Resources from Mohawk Valley Community College and her B.S. in Elementary Education from State University of New York at Oswego. In addition to 6 years as an ESL Universal Pre-Kindergarten Teacher, Cherie has spent most of her adult life working with children and adults with developmental disabilities. She has worked in a variety of programs throughout Oneida, Madison and Onondaga Counties, such as Day Habilitation, Vocational Training and Rehabilitation, Recreational Therapy, Respite, and Medicaid Service Coordination. She advocates for people with developmental disabilities and assists with their ultimate goal of independence and community integration.

Desiree Beckwith

Desiree completed her B.S. in Business Administration at SUNY Polytechnic Institute. Desiree has a considerable amount of experience working with children with disabilities. Prior to becoming a Medicaid Service Coordinator at Central New York Quest, Inc., Desiree gained most of her experience working as a Residential Manager at a non-profit. Desiree’s ultimate goal is to work with a team that shares her dedication to the growth and advancement of the clients that we serve at CNY Quest, Inc.