ANGELINA DEARBORN
Gardena,USA
Summary
Clinical Supervisor experienced in leading high-performing teams and managing complex, multi district programs. Adept at driving operational excellence through strategic project management and staff development. Proven track record in fostering exceptional staff retention and leadership within school-based programs. A proactive strategist known for a "lead-by-example" approach, consistently exceeding organizational goals through collaborative partnership and expert clinical oversight.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinical Director of Psychotherapy
New U Therapy Center & Family Services
Torrance, CA
04.2026 - Current
- Streamline and optimize multi-site clinical operations
- Direct the strategic development and quality assurance
- Drive long-term strategic planning
- Lead a high-performing clinical team
- Spearhead clinical training programs
- Identify and integrate advanced clinical technologies
Clinical Supervisor II
Star View Community Services
Long Beach, CA
01.2016 - Current
- Direct clinical supervision for a multidisciplinary team of 6 therapists, ensuring adherence to best practices, ethical standards, and high-quality patient care.
- Strategically scaled the school-based program by 500%, expanding from 1 to 6 specialized teams of therapists and behavioral support counselors in partnership with the Clinical Director.
- Architected and delivered comprehensive training protocols to onboard staff and managed a significant surge in referral volume during program expansion.
- Pioneered the YOQ (Youth Outcomes Questionnaire) pilot program, utilizing data visualization to demonstrate clinical efficacy and program value to school district IEP teams.
- Centralized referral management for multiple school districts (2018–2021), serving as the primary liaison to ensure seamless communication and collaborative care.
- Facilitated regional expansion by acting as the Lead Point of Contact for the integration of new school districts into the existing service network.
- Optimized operational workflow by designing and implementing standardized program forms and digital processes within Microsoft Teams to enhance inter-departmental organization.
Mental Health Specialist III
Star View Community Services
Long Beach, CA
08.2010 - 01.2016
- Delivered individual and family therapy to a diverse caseload through the Educationally Related Mental Health Services (ERMHS) program.
- Coordinated extensively with IEP teams, attending multidisciplinary meetings to align clinical interventions with students' educational goals and academic success.
- Managed the full clinical lifecycle, including conducting comprehensive intakes, maintaining annual compliance documentation, and tracking progress through standardized outcome measures.
- Facilitated flexible service delivery across school, home, and community settings to maximize client engagement and accessibility.
MFT Trainee
Airport Marina Counseling Service
Los Angeles, CA
02.2009 - 07.2010
- Individual therapy sessions with adults with depression and anxiety in a clinic setting.
- Intake consultant and crisis interventions.
- High school therapist working with underprivileged and at-risk youth in the counseling center of Westchester High School.
Neurofeedback Technician
Attention Deficit Disorder Treatment Center
Torrance, CA
05.2007 - 07.2010
- Administered neurofeedback therapy to help clients learn how to modify brainwave activity to improve attention, reduce impulsivity, and control hyperactive behaviors.
- Performed QEEG's (brain mappings) with certification from the Brain Resource Center.
Education
Master's of Arts - Marriage and Family Therapy
Chicago School of Professional Psychology
Westwood, CA01-2009
Bachelor's of Arts - Psychology, Minor in Dance
Loyola Marymount University
Los Angeles, CA12-2006
Skills
- Training & development Case management Team development Mental health counseling
- Teamwork Project implementation Individual / group counseling Supervising experience
- Experience with individuals with mental health conditions Individual therapy Intake
- Continuous improvement Diagnostic evaluation Child & family counseling Leadership
- Project management Cognitive behavioral therapy
Certification
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist LMFT 80027 | April 2014
Timeline
Clinical Director of Psychotherapy
New U Therapy Center & Family Services
04.2026 - Current
Clinical Supervisor II
Star View Community Services
01.2016 - Current
Mental Health Specialist III
Star View Community Services
08.2010 - 01.2016
MFT Trainee
Airport Marina Counseling Service
02.2009 - 07.2010
Neurofeedback Technician
Attention Deficit Disorder Treatment Center
05.2007 - 07.2010
Bachelor's of Arts - Psychology, Minor in Dance
Loyola Marymount University
Master's of Arts - Marriage and Family Therapy
Chicago School of Professional Psychology
AWARDS
Star Dust Award | February 2021, Shining Star Award | April 2014
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- Trained in Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TFCBT)
- Trained in Alternatives for Families Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (AFCBT)