Experience

VA Northern California Health Care System

• United States
• Medical Practices
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Clinical Director of Whole Health

  • Apr 2022 - Present

  Responsible for developing, managing, maintaining, planning and administering health and well-being opportunities for both employees and Veteran patients alike. Responsible for developing, managing, maintaining, planning and administering health and well-being opportunities for both employees and Veteran patients alike.



VA Northern California Healthcare System

• United States
• Medical Practices
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Integrated Care Program Manager

  • Dec 2018 - Apr 2022

  Managing the Integrated Care Program for Northern California which includes the Primary Care- Mental Health Integration Program, Behavioral Medicine and Home Based Primary Care. Managing the Integrated Care Program for Northern California which includes the Primary Care- Mental Health Integration Program, Behavioral Medicine and Home Based Primary Care.



UC Davis

• United States
• Health, Wellness & Fitness
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Volunteer Clinical Faculty

  • Mar 2016 - Apr 2022

  The Sacramento VA Medical center has connections with the UC Davis School of Medicine. I am part of the clinical faculty for the Doctoring Class for third year medical students. The Sacramento VA Medical center has connections with the UC Davis School of Medicine. I am part of the clinical faculty for the Doctoring Class for third year medical students.


Veteran Administration
• United States
• Medical Practices
• Primary Care Mental Health Integration Psychologist

  • Sep 2015 - Dec 2018


Vericare

• Hospitals and Health Care
• 100 - 200 Employee

• Clinical Mentor

  • Jan 2014 - Sep 2015

  o Conduct the clinical portion of interviews of psychologists in the Northern California area. o On-boarding, training, support and evaluation of newly hired psychologists in the Northern California area o Orient and train new clinicians as requested by Regional Manager according to company standards. o Complete clinical interview with candidates in conjunction with the interview by the Regional Manager. o Assist RM’s with helping clinicians meet services and utilization standards… Show more o Conduct the clinical portion of interviews of psychologists in the Northern California area. o On-boarding, training, support and evaluation of newly hired psychologists in the Northern California area o Orient and train new clinicians as requested by Regional Manager according to company standards. o Complete clinical interview with candidates in conjunction with the interview by the Regional Manager. o Assist RM’s with helping clinicians meet services and utilization standards of Vericare related to quality mental health services. o Respond to and help resolve clinical-based issues raised by clinicians or facilities:  Psychotherapy and behavior management: Support treatment protocols for quality services, case consultation and answers to questions.  Psychological Testing: Provide additional training as needed, ongoing consultation and support, review of case materials, report writing guidance, and feedback on test interpretation.  Knowledgeable and supportive of Vericare policies, practices, and ethics. Consistent with Vericare’s clinical mission and objectives, involvement and leadership of teams and committees as directed.  Provide technical support and answers to clinicians related to Salesforce, iPads, etc.  Provide clinical coverage/services, as directed by the RM.

• Clinical Staff Psychologist

  • Feb 2012 - Sep 2015

  Vericare provides multi-disciplinary services to long-term care facilities. -As a staff psychologist, I provide behavioral health services including diagnostic interviews, individual therapy, behavioral interventions, family therapy, and couples therapy. -I also carry out brief neuropsychological evaluations and disseminate results to staff and family members of patients as appropriate. -In addition, I conduct in-service trainings with facility staff. -I am involved in behavior… Show more Vericare provides multi-disciplinary services to long-term care facilities. -As a staff psychologist, I provide behavioral health services including diagnostic interviews, individual therapy, behavioral interventions, family therapy, and couples therapy. -I also carry out brief neuropsychological evaluations and disseminate results to staff and family members of patients as appropriate. -In addition, I conduct in-service trainings with facility staff. -I am involved in behavior management and rehab support services. Accordingly, I participate in daily team meetings with the Social Services Director, the Director of Nursing, the Director of Rehab, and Dietary Services. I interact with the occupational therapists, physical therapists, speech therapists, nursing staff, and activity department staff daily. Taken together, I collaborate with the facility staff to develop and implement individualized, integrated treatment plans for each resident.

• Northern California Clinical Advisor

  • Apr 2013 - Jan 2014

  o Conduct the clinical portion of interviews of psychologists in the Northern California area. o On-boarding, training, support and evaluation of newly hired psychologists in the Northern California area o Orient and train new clinicians as requested by Regional Manager according to company standards. o Complete clinical interview with candidates in conjunction with the interview by the Regional Manager. o Work with RM and Sr. VP, Clinical Services, to audit and review… Show more o Conduct the clinical portion of interviews of psychologists in the Northern California area. o On-boarding, training, support and evaluation of newly hired psychologists in the Northern California area o Orient and train new clinicians as requested by Regional Manager according to company standards. o Complete clinical interview with candidates in conjunction with the interview by the Regional Manager. o Work with RM and Sr. VP, Clinical Services, to audit and review documentation by clinicians. Provide feedback of documentation to clinicians. o Assist RM’s with helping clinicians meet services and utilization standards of Vericare related to quality mental health services. o Respond to and help resolve clinical-based issues raised by clinicians or facilities:  Psychotherapy and behavior management: Support treatment protocols for quality services, case consultation and answers to questions.  Psychological Testing: Provide additional training as needed, ongoing consultation and support, review of case materials, report writing guidance, and feedback on test interpretation.  Knowledgeable and supportive of Vericare policies, practices, and ethics. Consistent with Vericare’s clinical mission and objectives, involvement and leadership of teams and committees as directed.  Provide technical support and answers to clinicians related to Salesforce, iPads, etc.  Provide clinical coverage/services, as directed by the RM.



Kaiser Permanente

• United States
• Hospitals and Health Care
• 700 & Above Employee

• Post Doctoral Psychology Fellow

  • 2010 - 2011

  •The Kaiser Permanente Roseville Adult Psychiatry Department is an outpatient psychiatry clinic that provides individual and group services to adults. -Team member of the Same-Day Psychiatry Clinic where I conducted initial intakes and screening evaluations for new patients. Also triaged and provided case management services to new patients. -Coordinated treatment with Psychiatrists, Medical Professionals, Nurse Practitioners, and Social Workers -Conducted neurological screening… Show more •The Kaiser Permanente Roseville Adult Psychiatry Department is an outpatient psychiatry clinic that provides individual and group services to adults. -Team member of the Same-Day Psychiatry Clinic where I conducted initial intakes and screening evaluations for new patients. Also triaged and provided case management services to new patients. -Coordinated treatment with Psychiatrists, Medical Professionals, Nurse Practitioners, and Social Workers -Conducted neurological screening evaluations approximately once per month -Developed an ADHD Evaluation Program for the clinic to implement -Provided empirically supported and brief individual therapies via group and individual treatment to a diverse population -Co-led the weekly Separation/Divorce Group Show less •The Kaiser Permanente Roseville Adult Psychiatry Department is an outpatient psychiatry clinic that provides individual and group services to adults. -Team member of the Same-Day Psychiatry Clinic where I conducted initial intakes and screening evaluations for new patients. Also triaged and provided case management services to new patients. -Coordinated treatment with Psychiatrists, Medical Professionals, Nurse Practitioners, and Social Workers -Conducted neurological screening… Show more •The Kaiser Permanente Roseville Adult Psychiatry Department is an outpatient psychiatry clinic that provides individual and group services to adults. -Team member of the Same-Day Psychiatry Clinic where I conducted initial intakes and screening evaluations for new patients. Also triaged and provided case management services to new patients. -Coordinated treatment with Psychiatrists, Medical Professionals, Nurse Practitioners, and Social Workers -Conducted neurological screening evaluations approximately once per month -Developed an ADHD Evaluation Program for the clinic to implement -Provided empirically supported and brief individual therapies via group and individual treatment to a diverse population -Co-led the weekly Separation/Divorce Group Show less



Butner Federal Correctional Complex

• Pre-Doctoral Psychology Intern

  • Sep 2009 - Sep 2010

  The Federal Correctional Complex consists of 5 separate institutions. As part of the Drug Abuse Specialty Track I worked full-time in the Medium Security Institution in the Residential Drug Abuse Program. The second half of my internship was split working in the Federal Medical Center and the Medium/High Security Institution. --Residential Drug Abuse Program -Led/ Co-led psychoeducational Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy and Motivational Interviewing groups including Orientation… Show more The Federal Correctional Complex consists of 5 separate institutions. As part of the Drug Abuse Specialty Track I worked full-time in the Medium Security Institution in the Residential Drug Abuse Program. The second half of my internship was split working in the Federal Medical Center and the Medium/High Security Institution. --Residential Drug Abuse Program -Led/ Co-led psychoeducational Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy and Motivational Interviewing groups including Orientation, Rational Thinking, and Criminal Lifestyles. -Led /Co-led Process Groups and Community Meetings -Maintained caseload of 10 Individual Therapy inmates -Conducted intakes on weekly basis -Conducted psychosocial evaluations and treatment planning interviews as necessary -Clinical Writing duties included: concise intake reports, treatment plans, amended treatment plans, 60-Day progress reviews, discharge paperwork, and treatment summaries -Worked as part of treatment team including psychologists, drug treatment specialists and case managers --Federal Medical Center -Worked as part of multidisciplinary team including physicians, physician assistants, physical therapists, dietitians, nurses, social workers, and other psychology interns -Conducted diagnostic assessments and provided group and individual treatment for inmates w/ co-morbid psychological disorders and health/medical concerns including terminal chronic diseases --Medium/High Security Institution -Provided mental health services to general correctional clients who have Axis I and Axis II diagnoses including depression, PTSD, substance use disorders, and antisocial personality disorder -Admission and Orientation duties included structured interviews, standardized testing, and orientation to Psychology Services -Assisted in program planning -Developed Problem Solving Therapy Group and implemented to inmates with medical concerns -Duties included crisis intervention, individual therapy, group therapy Show less The Federal Correctional Complex consists of 5 separate institutions. As part of the Drug Abuse Specialty Track I worked full-time in the Medium Security Institution in the Residential Drug Abuse Program. The second half of my internship was split working in the Federal Medical Center and the Medium/High Security Institution. --Residential Drug Abuse Program -Led/ Co-led psychoeducational Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy and Motivational Interviewing groups including Orientation… Show more The Federal Correctional Complex consists of 5 separate institutions. As part of the Drug Abuse Specialty Track I worked full-time in the Medium Security Institution in the Residential Drug Abuse Program. The second half of my internship was split working in the Federal Medical Center and the Medium/High Security Institution. --Residential Drug Abuse Program -Led/ Co-led psychoeducational Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy and Motivational Interviewing groups including Orientation, Rational Thinking, and Criminal Lifestyles. -Led /Co-led Process Groups and Community Meetings -Maintained caseload of 10 Individual Therapy inmates -Conducted intakes on weekly basis -Conducted psychosocial evaluations and treatment planning interviews as necessary -Clinical Writing duties included: concise intake reports, treatment plans, amended treatment plans, 60-Day progress reviews, discharge paperwork, and treatment summaries -Worked as part of treatment team including psychologists, drug treatment specialists and case managers --Federal Medical Center -Worked as part of multidisciplinary team including physicians, physician assistants, physical therapists, dietitians, nurses, social workers, and other psychology interns -Conducted diagnostic assessments and provided group and individual treatment for inmates w/ co-morbid psychological disorders and health/medical concerns including terminal chronic diseases --Medium/High Security Institution -Provided mental health services to general correctional clients who have Axis I and Axis II diagnoses including depression, PTSD, substance use disorders, and antisocial personality disorder -Admission and Orientation duties included structured interviews, standardized testing, and orientation to Psychology Services -Assisted in program planning -Developed Problem Solving Therapy Group and implemented to inmates with medical concerns -Duties included crisis intervention, individual therapy, group therapy Show less