As a Social Worker/Case Manager at Fort Worth ISD, I provide compassionate and effective support to children, adolescents, and families in a school setting. I am a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) under the supervision of Kierra LLoyd, LCSW-S, RPT-S, for dual licensure in clinical social work and play therapy. I have over ten years of experience working with diverse populations and needs.
I am knowledgeable in various therapeutic modalities, such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Child-Centered Play Therapy (CCPT), and Internal Family Systems (IFS). I use creative, brief interventions tailored to each child's unique needs and interests, such as art, games, and storytelling. I teach children how to identify and understand their feelings, build healthy friendships and relationships, increase appropriate communication, and work toward goals in school. My mission is to empower children and families to overcome challenges and achieve their full potential.
During these years I took a break from working outside of the home to care for my young children. This time allowed me to be home during the peak of the pandemic and also motivated me complete a diploma in Montessori foundation studies as I actively homeschooled my children.
· Engaged community through facilitating workshops targeting issues within the Title 1 low-income populations of the school district.
· Wrote and conducted a stress management and self-care workshop series for parents.
· Conducted educational workshops for parents in subjects such as discipline, internet safety, and bullying.
· Created and facilitated support group for grandparents raising their grandchildren.
· Involved in planning school-wide events, and promoting other programs to assist parents, students, and community.
· Created and implemented evaluation methods for community events.
Provided case management and advocacy for clients living with HIV. Facilitated psychosocial assessments and weekly group therapy.
Interviewed, recruited, and trained potential foster care providers throughout the state of Texas. ·
Designed and implemented new tools for Foster Providers including orientation/training/facilitating monthly meetings ·
Created marketing tools, newsletters, and other communication materials.
Provided development and implementation of care plans. ·
Navigated health benefits and assistance programs to meet client needs.
Crisis Intervention
Presentation skills
Public speaking
Program Development
Cognitive behavioral therapy (2 years)
Play therapy (2 years)
Internal family systems (2 years)
Restorative practices (2 years)
Motivational Interviewing
Crisis Management
Discharge planning
Social work
Early childhood education
Awared NASW Student of the year 2019
Licensed Master Social Worker