Dr. Kalangie J Serrano

• Conducted comprehensive biopsychosocial assessments and developed individualized, evidence-based treatment plans for active-duty military personnel, veterans, and their families.
• Collaborated with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to coordinate behavioral health services, improve continuity of care, and support positive patient outcomes.
• Performed suicide risk assessments, behavioral health evaluations, and crisis intervention while providing individual, family, couples, and group psychotherapy.
• Applied evidence-based practices, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Family Systems Therapy, psychodynamic therapy, and trauma-informed care to address complex mental health needs.
• Communicated complex behavioral health concepts and clinical recommendations to interdisciplinary healthcare teams, patients, and families to support informed treatment planning and quality care.

• Provided behavioral health services for veterans experiencing substance use disorders, homelessness, depression, PTSD, and other mental health conditions.
• Utilized Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Narrative Therapy, and Solution-Focused interventions.
• Conducted biopsychosocial assessments and presented clinical case reviews during interdisciplinary team meetings.
• Assisted veterans in obtaining housing, behavioral health services, and community resources through collaborative case management.

• Assisted clients in accessing Medicaid, Medicare, SNAP, and additional community support services.
• Collaborated with clients to develop individualized service plans promoting long-term independence and stability.
• Coordinated referrals to community agencies and healthcare providers.