PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Affiliations
Certification
Languages
Timeline

JENNIFER AGUILAR

LMCHC
San Diego,CA
3
Languages
1
Certification
19
years of professional experience

Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist experienced in delivering quality care. Compassionate, driven to make positive change and achieved positive outcomes by effectively addressing client needs through tailored interventions and empathetic communication and collaborative client centered strengths based work. Focused on fostering a supportive therapeutic environment that promote client growth and well-being.

Experienced with developing tailored treatment plans and therapeutic strategies. Utilizes evidence-based practices to support client well-being and growth.

Work History

Community Clinic -Therapist

5 Months
LMCHC | 04.2026 - Current
  • Provide mental health treatment assessment and diagnostics to a wide range of population adults, elder adults, Transitional Youth, Children and Adolescents suffering from Severe Mental Illness and Co-occurring Disorders. Apply evidence based modalities including DBT, CBT, TF-CBT, treatment planning and discharging.
  • Implemented evidence-based therapeutic techniques to address diverse mental health issues.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate holistic care for clients.
  • Facilitated individual and group therapy sessions to enhance client well-being.

CES School Based Program-Social Worker III

3 Years 7 Months
Rady Children’s Outpatient Psychiatry | 04.2021 - 11.2024
  • Applied evidence-based practices and clinical interventions to address client needs. Perform mental health assessments, apply evidenced based interventions, manage crisis situations triage, offer support and advocacy in navigating mental health needs, utilize and provide case management services and principles as primary mental health provider. Participate as a member of interdisciplinary team including hospital setting consisting of Psychiatrists, Social Workers and Therapist, collaborate with extended community services providers. Manage referrals. Utilized knowledge of culturally sensitive and trauma-informed care to develop effective treatment modalities. Work independently as a member of clinical team.
  • Developed individualized treatment plans in collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to address patient needs.
  • Provided crisis intervention and support services to children and families experiencing mental health challenges.
  • Facilitated therapeutic group sessions, enhancing coping skills and social interactions among participants.

Marriage and Family Therapist

3 Years 5 Months
Family Health Youth Counseling Center | 11.2017 - 04.2021
  • Conducted mental health assessments, diagnosed conditions, developed individualized care plans, and provided counseling services to children, adolescents, and families. Work with Treatment Team Collaboratively in Outpatient Clinic setting. Established connections with patients to assess needs and supportive resources. Documented patient interactions and care plans promptly. Adapted to a fast-paced clinical environment to meet patient needs.
  • Provided individual and family therapy sessions to diverse clientele, addressing issues such as communication and conflict resolution.
  • Developed tailored treatment plans incorporating evidence-based practices to enhance client engagement and progress.
  • Conducted comprehensive assessments to identify mental health needs and establish appropriate therapeutic goals.

Marriage and Family Therapist

2 Years 8 Months
New Alternatives Access Crisis And Connection | 03.2015 - 11.2017
  • Delivered crisis stabilization services in community settings. Conducted initial assessments, diagnosed conditions, and coordinated ongoing therapy interventions. Facilitated group therapy for adolescents in group home, fostering a supportive environment for healing. Collaborate with multidisciplinary treatment team, Identify and provide Pathways to Wellbeing services and conduct CFT meetings. Maintain all required documentation.
  • Conducted individual and family therapy sessions to address emotional and behavioral issues.
  • Developed treatment plans tailored to client needs, enhancing therapeutic outcomes.
  • Facilitated group therapy sessions, promoting communication and support among participants.

Marriage and Family Therapist

3 Years
Community Research Foundation | 03.2012 - 03.2015
  • Provide Mental health services with the goal to provide stability and quality of life. Conduct mental health assessments, and work to identify ongoing co-occurring disorders and severe mental illness. Completed ongoing assessments, managed crises, developed treatment plans, and coordinated strength-based case management services for Transitional Age Youth and Adults.
  • Facilitated individual, couple, and family therapy sessions to promote emotional healing and relationship improvement.
  • Developed tailored treatment plans addressing clients' unique needs and challenges.
  • Utilized evidence-based therapeutic techniques to enhance client engagement and progress tracking.

Care Coordinator Impact Depression Care

4 Years
San Ysidro Health Center | 01.2008 - 01.2012
  • Provide Care Coordination and mental health care, work in interdisciplinary team consisting of Primary Care Physicians and Psychiatric Provider adhering to evidence-based Depression Care model. Managed components of research study, ensuring adherence to protocols and contributing to project success.
  • Coordinated patient care plans to ensure seamless service delivery across multiple departments.
  • Facilitated communication between healthcare providers and patients to enhance treatment adherence.
  • Managed scheduling of appointments and follow-ups to optimize patient access to services.

Education

Master of Science - Marriage and Family Therapy

National University | San Diego | 01-2012

LMFT #101788

Associate of Science - Psychology

San Diego State University | San Diego, CA | 01-2009
  • Honor Roll

Master of Science - LMFT

National University | La Jolla, CA

Skills

DBT
CBT
EMDR
TF-CBT
Seeking Safety
Grief
Culturally Competent Care Independent and Trauma informed.
Organizational skills
Rapport building
Ethical integrity
Mental health advocacy

Affiliations

CAMFT, APA, NASW, PESI, ECARE.

Certification

  • EMDR, TF-CBT, DBT, CBT-I.

Languages

Arabic
Limited Working
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Community Clinic -Therapist

LMCHC
04.2026 - CurrentRead More

CES School Based Program-Social Worker III

Rady Children’s Outpatient Psychiatry
04.2021 - 11.2024Read More

Marriage and Family Therapist

Family Health Youth Counseling Center
11.2017 - 04.2021Read More

Marriage and Family Therapist

New Alternatives Access Crisis And Connection
03.2015 - 11.2017Read More

Marriage and Family Therapist

Community Research Foundation
03.2012 - 03.2015Read More

Care Coordinator Impact Depression Care

San Ysidro Health Center
01.2008 - 01.2012Read More

National University

Master of Science from Marriage and Family Therapy
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National University

Master of Science from LMFT
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San Diego State University

Associate of Science from Psychology
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JENNIFER AGUILAR