Nickesha Azan Email & Phone Number

Santa Monica

Los Angeles, Ca

Interviewed and conduct Department of Mental Health (DMH) Child and Family/Adolescent Assessment to children (ages 5-17) and their caregivers. Completed DMH 72 Hour packet documents and other consent forms with caregivers and childrenAdministered mental health diagnosis to children and caregivers using DSM-5 criterionProvided individual and family therapy utilizing art therapy, CBT, DBT, TF-CBT, MI, and PST with diagnoses such as separation anxiety disorder, depression, ODD, and PTSD Co-facilitated domestic violence (DV) group for adults to encourage self-empowerment, and provide psycho-education on safety planning, violence prevention methods, and resources to use during emergencies

Burbank, Ca

• Assessed patient/family social and emotional factors to estimate their potential to cope with terminal illness and death • Participated in interdisciplinary team meeting to determine, evaluate, and manage the plan of care for each patient • Provided individual therapy utilizing MI and PST for older clients with terminal illnesses, such as pancreatic cancer, Alzheimer disease, heart failure• Designed bereavement support group for loved ones experiencing psychological distress • Maintained appropriate documentation regarding patient care including exchange of information and review of problems with interdisciplinary team

Master'S Degree, Social Work

Bachelor Of Arts - Ba, Psychology

Associate Degree In Acting, Theater

B.A., Psychology

Activities and Societies: • PSI CHI; Psychology Honors Organization • Tau Sigma National Honor Society for Transfer Students

Masters, Clinical/Medical Social Work

Activities and Societies: Phi Alpha Honor Society