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San Francisco, CA, US

CCDC is a comprehensive community behavioral health clinic that serves ages 0-18 and their families.

Oakland, California, US

Sacramento, California, US

- Supported patients with cancer and their loved ones as they navigate the period of diagnosis, treatment, survivorship, and the health care system- Collaborated on a multidisciplinary team for care coordination to ensure continuum of care- Provided solution-focused brief therapy and facilitated support groups- Assessed each person's individual needs and.

Sacramento, California, US

• CPMC, a hospital that is part of the Sutter Health network, offers kidney, pancreas, liver, and heart transplantation.
• Evaluation and advocacy of living kidney donors to ensure their rights are protected and that their desire to donate is free from coercion
• Assisted donors in obtaining and understanding information regarding: the consent and evaluation process, surgical procedure, risks, recovery period, and need for follow-up
• Collaborated on a multidisciplinary team during evaluation process through post-surgery
• Provided post-surgery follow-up to discuss surgery outcome, discharge care, and support/resources as needed

• Facilitated stroke survivor support group
• Participated in clinical group supervision

Denver, CO, US

• DaVita is a provider of kidney care, delivering dialysis to patients with chronic kidney failure and end stage renal disease.
• Conducted assessments, depression screenings, suicide risk assessments, & quality of life surveys for 145+ patients across two clinics, exceeding average caseload of 120
• Educated and counseled patients and families on issues around adaptation to diagnosis, patient rights to treatment options, informed consents, advanced care planning, insurance/financials, and grief work
• Identified needs and linked to appropriate referrals resulting in an increased enrollment in community support services
• Collaborated on an interdisciplinary team with nephrologists, RNs, & dietitians to manage patient care plans
• Provided coverage for clinics in transition and implemented processes to strengthen team support and communication

San Francisco, CA, US

• SFHP is a Medi-Cal plan that provides health care coverage to over 140,000 low and moderate-income SF residents. CareSupport provides care coordination for high-risk members with heavy use of health services (e.g..
• Assisted patients in obtaining and understanding information about their medical conditions, navigating healthcare systems, medical providers, and insurance to promote self-advocacy
• Conducted outreach, home visits, & assessments to create person-centered care plans for caseload of 20 patients with chronic diseases/complex health and psychosocial needs
• Liaison between patients and medical and community providers to improve health access, ensure continuity of care and strengthen connection to preventative care

• RMHA provides low-cost behavioral healthcare to over 2,000 individuals from infancy to senior living.
• Conducted intakes, assessments, and mental status exams
• Created and managed treatment plans for adults with severe and persistent mental illness, dual diagnosis, & comorbidity, including: weekly individual, group, and family therapy, and collateral intervention
• Participated in clinical case conferences with interdisciplinary mental health team, including recommendations for diagnosis, treatment, & referrals

New York, NY, US

• Wellness Center in NYCDOE high school of 700 diverse students providing drop-in, individual, & group counseling.
• Conducted thorough intake interviews to develop personalized intervention plans in partnership with students, parents, & school educators for behavioral & academic improvement
• Provided weekly individual & group therapy, health education, & crisis management to caseload of 10+ students from diverse backgrounds

San Francisco, CA, US

Supervised enrichment activities on/off site for current and former residents of an emergency family shelter that offers housing and supportive services to families prior to transition into long-term, permanent housing.

• School of the Epiphany
• Provided mentoring and academic support in language arts, social studies, math, and journalism courses to middle school students with low basic skills
• Assessed students’ academic performance and developed peer tutoring program to improve math, writing, and reading skills Tenderloin Children’s Playground
• Created recreational and art activities for youth ages 5-14
• Provided crisis management to youth and their families

Master Of Science In Social Work, Advanced Clinical Practice: Health, Mental Health, & Disabilities

Bachelor Of Arts (B.A.), Major: English; Minors: Psychology And Social Behavior; Educational Studies

Postpartum Doula & Breastfeeding Training

Birth Doula

French And European Studies