Amara
Nicole Mazen, LMFT, is a seasoned professional in the field of mental health and nonprofit strategic consulting, currently serving as Chief Program & Policy Officer at Amara since May 2015. With a robust background that includes roles such as Lead Therapist and Founder of Progressive Family Services, Nicole has extensive experience in therapy services for families and couples. Previous roles include Mental Health Liaison for King County at Navos, where Nicole provided mental health assessments for justice-involved youth, and facilitated group therapy sessions for the SPARK program at the Children's Home Society of Washington. Nicole holds a Master's degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from Pacific Lutheran University and a Bachelor’s degree in Philosophy/Psychology from Claremont McKenna College.
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Amara
Amara is committed to positive long-term outcomes for children and families. We drive systemic change, promote healing, racial and LGBTQIA+ equity, by offering programs and services to families engaged in foster care, and to adoptees and families, post-adoption. Foster Care Services: We guide, prepare, and support foster families to ensure that every kid in foster care can be placed in a stable, loving home. Post Adoption Services: Our Post-Adoption services support Amara adoptees and their families through community-building, mentorship, education, and more. Amara welcomes youth, adults, and families into our program regardless of marital status, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, home ownership, income, or education.