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Christine Howard-Swan

Woodstock,IL

Summary

Compassionate and skilled MSW-level clinical therapist specializing in feminist psychotherapy. Experienced in trauma-informed care, relational-cultural approaches, and supporting women and marginalized communities. Adept at creating safe, empowering therapeutic spaces that challenge systemic barriers and promote holistic healing.

Overview

years of professional experience

Work History

Behavioral Health Care Navigator

Northwestern Medicine Hospital

02.2022 - Current

Reduce barriers that keep behavioral health patients from getting timely treatment by assisting with linkage to appropriate levels of care
Build working relationships with community partners in order to connect patients to appropriate treatment referrals

Pandemic Health Project Manager

Family Health Partnership Clinic

03.2021 - 12.2021

Project Manager for a 9 month initiative funded by the Illinois Public Health Association designed to assist those in the community impacted by the pandemic
Built framework of how the project operates
Assisted partner organizations regarding the project

Community Support Specialist

Thresholds

Woodstock, IL

08.2017 - 03.2021

Provided direct mental health support services to members through case management, crisis intervention, psychosocial rehabilitation and job support in the community

Advocate Case Manager

Shelter Care Ministries

Rockford, IL

07.2013 - 10.2016

Assessed participant needs, advocated for and referred participants to appropriate community resources

Veteran Care Specialist

Rosecrance Health Network