Susana Russ, DSW, LCSW
(she/her)
About Me
Energetic, empathetic, and creative adult clinician and administrator with an extensive background in clinical skills, leadership, and skill modeling. Psychotherapeutic skills with individuals, couples, and families from diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds. Adept at assessing and advancing critical therapeutic and problem-solving skills among clients.
Education & Experience
COMMUNICARE HEALTH CENTERS • Clinical Supervisor │ Behavioral Health Specialist • 2015 to Present Nonprofit medical group practice and Federally Qualified Health Center offer physical and behavioral health care services. CENTER FOR HEALING & INSIGHT • Licensed Clinical Social Worker • 2008 to Present Telehealth, Human Services private practice with a heart for diverse populations.
Professional & Volunteer Affiliations
CALIFORNIA MARRIAGE & FAMILY THERAPY (CAMFT) • Member • 2000 to Present EMDRIA • EMDR Consultant & Training Facilitator • 1996 to Present NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF SOCIAL WORK (NASW) • Member • 1981 to Present
Specialty Area
- Abuse/Neglect
- Chronic Pain
- Depression
- Grief/Loss/Mourning
- Mood Disorders
- Moral Injury
- Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
- Sexual Abuse
- Traumatic Incident
Population Served
- Adolescents (13-17)
- Adults
- Community Mental Health Center
- Seniors
Language
- English
- Spanish
