JASON CHURCHILL
Palm Desert,CA
Summary
Dynamic Clinical Therapist and Program Manager with extensive experience in overseeing and delivering community-based behavioral health services for diverse populations, including youth, adults, and families. Expertise in providing individual and group therapy, conducting comprehensive diagnostic assessments, and developing tailored evidence-based treatment plans. Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams while ensuring regulatory compliance and managing program operations to uphold service quality and integrity. Committed to fostering professional growth through effective staff supervision and training, advancing program outcomes, and promoting mental health equity within the community.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
President & Clinical Director
Ember & Bloom
Palm Desert, CA
01.2026 - Current
- Founded and lead a virtual, LGBTQIA+-affirming telehealth therapy company, overseeing organizational strategy, clinical quality, and program development.
- Designed and implemented evidence-based therapeutic services integrating DBT, CBT, ACT, psychodynamic, and trauma-informed approaches.
- Direct all clinical operations including intake coordination, treatment planning, documentation, client care oversight, and continuity of care services.
- Provide individual and group therapeutic services while ensuring culturally responsive, identity-affirming care for LGBTQIA+ clients and allied communities.
- Established policies aligned with ethical, regulatory, and professional standards while leading quality improvement, operational development, and insurance-readiness efforts to support sustainable organizational growth.
Marriage And Family Therapist
Jason C. Therapy
Palm Desert, CA
07.2024 - 01.2026
- Conducted individual and family therapy sessions with a focus on areas such as anxiety, trauma, and family dynamics.
- Developed and implements personalized treatment plans to address clients' unique needs and therapeutic goals.
- Utilized evidence-based practices to support clients' emotional well-being and foster personal growth.
Clinical Therapist
HI-Desert Medical Center
Joshua Tree, CA
03.2025 - 01.2026
- Provided individual, couples, and group psychotherapy utilizing evidence-based modalities (e.g., CBT, DBT, psychodynamic, and solution-focused interventions) tailored to client needs.
- Conducted comprehensive biopsychosocial assessments and develop individualized treatment plans aligned with therapeutic goals.
- Maintained detailed, timely, and compliant clinical documentation, including progress notes, treatment plans, and discharge summaries in accordance with HIPAA and agency standards.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams—including psychiatrists, case managers, and primary care providers—to ensure integrated, holistic client care.
- Delivered crisis intervention and risk assessment services, including suicide and safety planning, with appropriate documentation and follow-up care coordination.
Clinical Program Director
California Mentor/Sevita Health
Palm Desert, CA
04.2025 - 08.2025
- Directed daily operations for community-based mental health program, ensuring effective service delivery to youth and families in Coachella Valley.
- Directed multidisciplinary teams, including clinicians, peer specialists, and parent partners, to achieve project objectives.
- Monitored adherence to regulatory standards. Reviewed and approved treatment plans, assessments, and progress notes.
- Assisted in hiring, training, and scheduling staff members. Managed employee performance reviews and supported disciplinary processes.
- Oversaw billing documentation, incident reporting, and implementation of corrective actions.
- Managed comprehensive crisis response operations and support program development to optimize organizational effectiveness.
Clinical Therapist & Clinical Manager
Trans Power Project/Queer Works
Palm Springs, CA
04.2021 - 12.2023
- Provided direct clinical services to individuals with diverse diagnoses, utilizing active listening, therapeutic interventions, and ongoing case management.
- Conducted risk assessments for individuals in crisis, determining potential for self-harm or dangerous behaviors, and responded accordingly.
- Developed, implemented, and evaluated program policies and procedures to ensure compliance and high-quality care delivery.
- Maintained accurate and confidential clinical documentation in alignment with ethical and regulatory standards.
- Oversaw daily operations of mental health programs, including staff coordination, treatment planning, and ensuring continuity of care.
Clinical Case Manager & Clinical Therapist
Alcott Center for Mental Health Services
Los Angeles, CA
02.2020 - 10.2020
- Completed assessments and planned customized treatments.
- Delivered quality, comprehensive and well-integrated clinical services in alignment with patient needs.
- Worked with interdisciplinary treatment team to develop treatment plans.
- Counseled up to 20 patients weekly with issues such as mood disorders, PTSD, substance abuse, and anxiety.
- Led weekly groups focusing on coping skills, mindfulness and relational dynamics.
Clinical Therapist
Aids Project Los Angeles
Los Angeles, CA
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Implemented therapeutic interventions to promote awareness and growth.
- Worked with marginalized individuals, such as LGBTQ+ and those living with HIV.
- Documented therapeutic goals and client progress.
- Assessed client needs and developed treatment plans.
- Built trust and rapport with compassionate approach.
- Maintained and updated patient records, including changes in service plans, treatment reports and progress.
Medical Staff Coordinator
Placentia-Linda Hospital
Placentia, CA
06.2015 - 11.2018
- Processed initial and reappointment credential applications for Medical Staff.
- Corresponded with physicians regarding incomplete or delinquent medical documentation.
- Assisted the Director of Medical Records with special projects and tasks.
- Applied cost saving measures by identifying records for destruction via the facility inventory list.
- Composed and distributes correspondence for staff meetings and events.
- Organized and facilitated meetings.
Education
Masters of Arts - Clinical Psychology
Antioch University Los Angeles
Culver City, CA09.2019
Bachelors of Arts - Psychology
California State Polytechnic University
Pomona, CA05.2014
Skills
- Clinical Skills
- Individual Therapy
- Couples & Family Therapy
- Group Therapy
- Crisis Intervention
- Assessment & Diagnosis
- Treatment Planning
- Psychoeducation
- Case Management
- Documentation & Record-Keeping
- Psychodynamic
- Mindfulness Techniques
- LGBTQ Specialization
- Substance Abuse Treatment
- Program Manager Skills
- Leadership
- Program Development
- Budgeting
- Policy Implementation
- Regulatory Compliance
- Crisis Response Coordination
- Quality Improvement Initiatives
- Interpersonal Skills
- Empathy
- Active Listening
- Cultural Competence
- Creating Boundaries
- Establishing Rapport
Certification
- Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, #147982
- California Board of Behavioral Sciences, 2024
Timeline
President & Clinical Director
Ember & Bloom
01.2026 - Current
Clinical Program Director
California Mentor/Sevita Health
04.2025 - 08.2025
Clinical Therapist
HI-Desert Medical Center
03.2025 - 01.2026
Marriage And Family Therapist
Jason C. Therapy
07.2024 - 01.2026
Clinical Therapist & Clinical Manager
Trans Power Project/Queer Works
04.2021 - 12.2023
Clinical Case Manager & Clinical Therapist
Alcott Center for Mental Health Services
02.2020 - 10.2020
Clinical Therapist
Aids Project Los Angeles
01.2019 - 01.2020
Medical Staff Coordinator
Placentia-Linda Hospital
06.2015 - 11.2018
Bachelors of Arts - Psychology
California State Polytechnic University
Masters of Arts - Clinical Psychology
Antioch University Los Angeles