Ariel De Trinidad
Walnut Creek,CA
Summary
Dynamic mental health clinician with extensive expertise in crisis intervention, assessment, and therapeutic support. Proven ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams, delivering impactful solutions in high-pressure environments. Recognized for reliability and adaptability, ensuring seamless coordination and positive outcomes for clients. Proficient in active listening, de-escalation techniques, and implementing evidence-based therapies to foster mental well-being.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Mobile Crisis Clinician (CATT)
Bonita House Inc.
Alameda County
06.2025 - Current
- Conducted risk assessments (suicidal, homicidal, grave disability, hallucinations/delusions) to ensure the safety of clients, write 5150/5585 Holds, and transport clients when needed.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams (FALCK and Law Enforcement) to enhance treatment strategies and resources.
- Provided ongoing support during acute crises and emotional stabilization for clients.
- Trained and mentored new clinicians on best practices in crisis management techniques.
- Developed rapport with diverse client populations by demonstrating empathy, active listening, and cultural sensitivity during crisis consultations.
Assistant Softball Coach (Part-Time)
Chaffey College Softball
Rancho Cucamonga, CA
08.2021 - Current
- Assisted in recruiting players from high school, travel teams, and assisted in maintaining the active rosters for Chaffey women's softball team.
- Promoted lifelong skills such as discipline, good sportsmanship, increased player strength, agility and game skills through successful practices, games, and mental training.
- Collaborated with head coach to strategize game tactics and player development.
Mental Health Clinician
Mckinley Children's Center
Riverside, CA
05.2024 - 06.2025
- Provided School-based and community-based therapy and family therapy with children and families. worked with clients in effective therapeutic interventions integrated from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Play Therapy, and Person Centered therapy and other theoretical orientations.
- Conducted crisis interventions in STRTP to respond to clients in crisis, assess immediate needs, safety planning and provide support and resources.
- Conducted comprehensive mental health assessments to identify client needs and develop treatment plans.
Mental Health Clinician/STRTP Head of Service
Community Access Network
Corona, CA
02.2021 - 11.2024
- Provided individual therapy, group therapy, redirection and/or interventions during times of crisis and escalated behaviors.
- Worked with the county regarding changes and follow CCL (Community Care Licensing) requirements.
- Participated in Child Family Team Meetings for clients and create linkage for psychiatry, TBS, and IHBS.
- Completed Initial needs and services plan, biopsychosocial assessments, mental health assessments, treatment plans, quarterly reports, risk assessments, placement paperwork, mental health notes, diagnoses and any required documents for client to be submitted in a timely manner.
Crisis Mental Health Clinician
The Priority Center
Orange County, CA
07.2022 - 01.2023
- Worked for Children's in Home Crisis Stabilization Program providing treatment to clients and their families to assist them in stabilizing and linking to community resources.
- Conducted thorough clinical asx, chief complaint, including history, mental status, needs of family disposition, and focused on the crisis and safety concerns.
- Participate as a member of multi-disciplinary team in all treatment plan reviews of children.
- Designed and implemented individualized treatment plans to effectively connect clients and families with appropriate support resources.
Therapist (Internship)
Crittenton Services for Children and Families
Pomona, CA
08.2020 - 08.2021
- Maintained and demonstrate knowledge of shared Core Practice Model, evidence-based practices, trauma informed care to individuals and families in outpatient and telehealth setting.
- Communicated relevant information, coordinate with staff and outside agencies to establish and meet clients' treatment goals.
- Completed intake, asx, treatment plans, DMH documentation, using the DSM-V to diagnosis clients, and utilize interventions that move client toward their goals for therapy.
Education
Master's Degree - Social Work
UMass Global University
Irvine, CA03-2022
Bachelor's Degree - Psychology, Minor Gender And Sexual Studies
Chico State University
Chico, CA05.2018
Associates Degree - Social and Behavioral Science
Butte College
Oroville, CA01.2015
Skills
- Crisis Intervention
- Clinical documentation
- Suicide risk assessment
- Knowledge of DSM-V
- Case Management
- Certified 5150 HOLD (Alameda County)
Timeline
Mobile Crisis Clinician (CATT)
Bonita House Inc.
06.2025 - Current
Mental Health Clinician
Mckinley Children's Center
05.2024 - 06.2025
Crisis Mental Health Clinician
The Priority Center
07.2022 - 01.2023
Assistant Softball Coach (Part-Time)
Chaffey College Softball
08.2021 - Current
Mental Health Clinician/STRTP Head of Service
Community Access Network
02.2021 - 11.2024
Therapist (Internship)
Crittenton Services for Children and Families
08.2020 - 08.2021
Associates Degree - Social and Behavioral Science
Butte College
Master's Degree - Social Work
UMass Global University
Bachelor's Degree - Psychology, Minor Gender And Sexual Studies
Chico State University
Additional Work
Diablo Valley College
01/2026- Present
- Softball Coach
Chaffey College
08/2021- June 2025
- Softball Coach