My experience

With over a decade of experience working in the mental health field, I have solidified my passion for assisting others in navigating life’s difficulties. My exposure to numerous mental health programs including residential, outpatient, crisis and stabilization services have provided me with a well rounded experience with a variety of populations. Through these years of experience, I have amassed various credentials and trainings that inform my practice today.

education

  • Master’s in Social Work from California State University, Los Angeles

  • Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, minor in Applied Psychology from University of California, Santa Barbara

credentials and training

  • Licensed through the Board of Behavioral Sciences, LCSW88901

  • EDSE Certified Sex Educator

  • Institute for Creative Mindfulness: Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Therapist

  • Trauma Resource Institute: Trauma Resiliency Model Level 1 Training

  • The Affirmative Couch: Psychological Preparation for Medical Transition

  • RISE (Recognize, Intervene, Support and Empower): Working effectively with LGBTQ+ Youth in the Child Welfare System

  • County of Los Angeles Department of Mental Health: TF-CBT (Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy)

  • County of Los Angeles Department of Mental Health: Seeking Safety

  • County of Los Angeles Department of Mental Health: Assessment and Treatment of Antisocial Personality Disorders and Psychopathy

  • Pacific Clinics Training Institute: Cultural Competency

  • Pacific Clinics Training Institute: Spirituality and Mental Health Treatment

  • Pacific Clinics Training Institute: Spousal/Partner Abuse Assessment, Detection and Intervention

  • Pacific Clinics Training Institute: Working With Disability Issues in Treatment

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