Child and Family Agency of SE CT
Talena Bell-Lucas, LMSW, is an experienced clinician currently employed at the Child and Family Agency of SE CT since June 2023. Talena has a diverse background in mental health and social services, having worked as a Mental Health Counselor at Yale New Haven Health from September 2019 to June 2023, and as a Social Work Intern at PARK CITY WELLNESS CENTER, LLC in 2022, where counseling services were provided and children's groups co-facilitated. Additional experience includes roles as a Certified Nursing Assistant at New London Rehab & Care at Waterford and Genesis, as well as supporting children with behavioral health needs in Groton Public Schools. Talena's educational background includes a Master of Social Work from Capella University and a Bachelor of Science in Human Services: Child & Family Services from the University of Phoenix.
Child and Family Agency of SE CT
Since 1972, Child and Family Agency of Southeastern CT has been at the forefront of social service development in southeastern CT. We have worked to enrich the lives of local families and provide accessible, high-quality programming. We are dedicated to ensuring that all in our community – especially those who need us most – have greater access to quality programs and services that will enhance their lives, shape their futures, and give them a tangible measure of hope. We accomplish this through our mission: To provide equitable clinical and supportive services in accessible ways to meet the evolving needs of our communities.