Joanna Contreras

Joanna Contreras, LISW-CP, LCSW, Ph.D., is a seasoned professional in the field of social work with extensive experience in clinical leadership and program management. Currently serving as the Senior Program Manager at Brightside Health since March 2023, Joanna previously held the position of Clinical Director at Lionrock Recovery from February 2019 to September 2024. Joanna's background includes roles as a Senior Population Health Analyst and Social Work Therapist at CN Guidance and Counseling Services, Inc. from February 2013 to June 2022, as well as a Social Worker at YES Community Counseling Center from June 2008 to August 2018, and at Pederson Krag from June 2008 to February 2013. Additionally, Joanna contributed to the academic community as an Adjunct Professor at Adelphi University in early 2017. Joanna's educational credentials include a Ph.D. in Social Work from Adelphi University, a Master of Social Work from Long Island University, and a Bachelor's degree in Psychology from Long Island University.