Brad Matthews, CSW #12566979-3502

Versatile and certified social worker certified in crisis and care management including individual and group counseling techniques. Experience working in the foster care system for 6+ years in California helping families navigate the complicated legal residency process for their children who were not born in the United States in collaboration with local consulates in order to assist children obtaining documentation needed to work and attend school. Proficient in the Spanish language with over 10+ years experience.

Currently working at a local hospital (2 years) providing care management and brief intervention therapy to those experiencing trauma related to environmental stressors including assessing for intimate partner violence, abuse, mental health challenges, substance abuse issues etc. and developing treatment plans as needed.

Previous experience working for Ventura Behavioral Health agency while advocating for patient's, guiding individual and group therapy sessions and assisting to establish and implement treatment plans. Extensive knowledge and experience working in a mental health psychiatric hospital performing biopsychosocial assessments in both psychiatric and emergency settings.

- Eagle Scout

- Served 2 yr Spanish Speaking Service Mission for LDS church

- Trauma Informed practice training 2020

- Safety Organized Practice trained 2020