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LESLYETTE CHEVEZ

LESLYETTE CHEVEZ

Tacoma,United States

Summary

Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker with over 20 years of expertise in trauma-focused treatment and clinical supervision. Proficient in quality assurance, clinical review, and documentation oversight, utilizing evidence-based practices such as EMDR, IFS, CBT, ACT, and Attachment-based therapy. Experienced in telehealth workflows and digital health platforms, with a focus on integrating AI tools into clinical training. Bilingual in Spanish and English, with a strong background in serving culturally diverse communities.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Mental Health Therapist

Lyra
Tacoma, WA
10.2021 - Current
  • Perform assessments to accurately diagnose mental illness and track treatment progress.
  • Craft personalized treatment plans aligned with client needs and preferences.
  • Utilize evidence-based interventions, such as CBT, EMDR, and ACT, to achieve effective outcomes.
  • Guide clients in developing coping skills, achieving goals, and enhancing communication abilities.

Mental Health Therapist / Clinical Supervisor

Heartfelt Vision Counseling
Tacoma, United States
09.2021 - Current
  • Delivered direct therapy focusing on trauma, grief, anxiety, and relational issues.
  • Provided clinical supervision to therapist associates, ensuring compliance with ethical standards and state regulations.
  • Conducted documentation reviews and case consultations to enhance quality of care for supervisees.
  • Implemented telehealth workflows and secured documentation protocols for client safety.

Director of Bible Education

Centro De Vida Familiar Int.
Tacoma, United States
12.2009 - Current

Developed curriculum and teaching materials for small groups and parenting workshops.

  • Redesigned online teaching methods for adults and youth, enhancing supervision techniques.
  • Trained and supervised 35 instructional volunteers, recruiting additional candidates to strengthen programs.
  • Conducted one-on-one counseling sessions with families to support educational needs.

Curriculum Developer & Instructor

Global Mosaic International
Remote
04.2024 - 08.2024
  • Created curricular programs on Mood Disorders and Supervision using Canvas LMS for doctoral program practicum.
  • Delivered classes to multicultural student cohorts in Malaysia and Uganda.
  • Integrated trauma-informed, evidence-based practices with technology-enhanced instruction.
  • Collaborated with diverse teams to adapt content for global contexts.

Maternity Support Mental Health Therapist

Auburn Public Health
Auburn, WA
03.2004 - 11.2009
  • Developed individualized treatment plans and provided trauma-informed therapy for mothers with PTSD, depression, and interpersonal violence.
  • Maintained accurate clinical documentation and participated in interdisciplinary team reviews.
  • Delivered in-home intensive counseling for high-risk clients, with strong attention to safety and risk protocols.

Mental Health Therapist

Foundation For Multicultural Solutions
Tacoma, Washington
04.2002 - 02.2004
  • Conducted psychosocial evaluations for children and at-risk youth.
  • Partnered with CPS, legal teams, and educators to ensure coordinated care.
  • Facilitated reunification and placement prevention planning.

Mental Health Therapist

Institute For Family Development
Federal Way, WA
04.2000 - 09.2001
  • Delivered intensive in-home counseling under Homebuilders and PACT programs.
  • Provided crisis intervention, case management, and reunification planning in collaboration with CPS.

Education

Ph.D. - Counseling & Psychological Studies

Regent University
Virginia Beach, VA
08-2025

MSW - Multi-Ethnic Practice

University of Washington
Seattle, WA
06.2001

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

Portland State University
Portland, OR
06.1999

Skills

  • Clinical Supervision of Therapist Associates
  • Quality Assurance & Clinical Documentation Review
  • Risk Assessment & Safety Protocols
  • Evidence-Based Practices & Measurement-Based Care
  • Trauma-Informed Digital Program Development
  • Telehealth & Technology-Enabled Care Delivery
  • Interdisciplinary & Cross-Functional Collaboration
  • Bilingual Clinical Care (Spanish/English)

Professional Memberships

  • International Society for the Study of Trauma and Dissociation (ISSTD)
  • International Society for Traumatic Stress Studies (ISTSS)
  • EMDR International Association (EMDRIA)
  • National Association of Social Workers (NASW)

Affiliations

"COVID-19 Vaccine Hesitancy: Understanding the Impact of Cultural Trauma in the Hispanic Community." NASW-WA chapter. https://naswwa.socialworkers.org. May 2024.

"No More Harm: Preventing Secondary Traumatic Stress in Latino Pastors." ProQuest Dissertations & Theses. August 2025.

  • Designed and implemented bilingual e-learning curriculum for Latino pastors, integrating evidence-based care with digital learning technology.
  • Utilized AI-driven tools (Canva) for clinical content development and training.

Certification

  • LICSW - Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (Oregon/Washington)
  • IFS - Level I & Level II
  • EMDR Certified
  • EMDR Consultant-in-Training
  • EFCT Trained
  • DDP - Level 1
  • Telehealth Certification

Accomplishments

“Safeguarding: Prevention of Trauma within the Church.” Presentation at Pontifical Gregorian University, Rome, Italy, April 2024.

"Children and Dissociation." Student training at Global Mosaic International, July, 2024.

Languages

Spanish, Native/Bilingual

Languages

Spanish
Native/ Bilingual

Timeline

Curriculum Developer & Instructor

Global Mosaic International
04.2024 - 08.2024

Mental Health Therapist

Lyra
10.2021 - Current

Mental Health Therapist / Clinical Supervisor

Heartfelt Vision Counseling
09.2021 - Current

Director of Bible Education

Centro De Vida Familiar Int.
12.2009 - Current

Maternity Support Mental Health Therapist

Auburn Public Health
03.2004 - 11.2009

Mental Health Therapist

Foundation For Multicultural Solutions
04.2002 - 02.2004

Mental Health Therapist

Institute For Family Development
04.2000 - 09.2001

Ph.D. - Counseling & Psychological Studies

Regent University

MSW - Multi-Ethnic Practice

University of Washington

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

Portland State University