Dr. Amy Munoz Lac, Ncc

Dr. Amy Munoz has a diverse work experience in various fields. Dr. Amy began their career at the Alliance Against Family Violence and Sexual Assault as a Volunteer/Intern, providing support and advocacy services to victims of sexual assault. Dr. Amy then worked as a Long Term Substitute Teacher at the Kern County Superintendent of Schools.

Dr. Munoz went on to work at the California State University, Bakersfield as a Student. Dr. Amy later joined the CODAC Behavioral Health Services, Inc. as a Quality Management Analyst, where they evaluated and recommended improvements for behavioral health services and assisted in writing operational policies and standards.

At Pasadera Behavioral Health Network, Inc., Dr. Munoz worked as a Clinician on the Crisis Mobile Team, evaluating clients and providing crisis assessments. Dr. Amy also served as a Course Assistant at Arizona State University, assisting with various tasks.

Dr. Munoz held multiple positions at CODAC Health, Recovery & Wellness, Inc., including Utilization Management Coordinator, Utilization Management Director, Sr. Director of Utilization Management, Associate Vice President of Utilization Management, and Vice President for Utilization Management. Dr. Amy'sresponsibilities included providing therapy services, monitoring compliance with agency policies, and overseeing crisis programs.

Additionally, Dr. Munoz worked as a Surveyor at CARF International, conducting accreditation surveys and providing training on best practices. Dr. Amy also taught as an Adjunct Professor at CBD College.

Outside of their professional career, Dr. Munoz pursued their passion as a freelance musician for 16 years, specializing in various instruments and genres.

Dr. Amy Munoz, LAC, NCC completed their Doctorate Behavioral Health Clinical Concentration in Research and Integrated Care at Arizona State University from 2016 to 2019. Prior to that, they attended California State University, Bakersfield between 1999 and 2005, although the specific degree and field of study are not provided. Dr. Amy also briefly studied at the University of California, Berkeley from 1997 to 1998, but the details of their degree and field of study are not mentioned.

In addition to their educational background, Dr. Munoz holds certifications as a Licensed Associate Counselor obtained from the State Department of Behavioral Health Examiners in May 2010, and they are also an NCC (National Certified Counselor), which was obtained from the National Board for Certified Counselors in October 2009.