CRISIS SUPPORT SERVICES OF ALAMEDA COUNTY
Kathryn Ward, AMFT, currently serves as the School Based Services Coordinator & Therapist and Shift Supervisor at Crisis Support Services of Alameda County since July 2021, following the role of MFT Trainee. Concurrently, Kathryn volunteers at Contra Costa Crisis Center, providing emotional support and community resource referrals while training new volunteers. Kathryn has an extensive background in higher education, having worked at Samuel Merritt University from August 2009 to May 2021 in various capacities, including Assistant Director of Student Services and Co-Facilitator of the White Privilege Accountability Group, advocating for inclusive support and policy change. Prior experience includes serving as the Assistant Director of Graduate Admission at California College of the Arts, where Kathryn contributed to graduate enrollment strategies. Educational qualifications include an MFA in Fine Art from California College of the Arts and a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and Studio Art from UC Santa Barbara, along with training at The Wright Institute.
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CRISIS SUPPORT SERVICES OF ALAMEDA COUNTY
Founded in 1966, Crisis Support Services of Alameda County offers a broad range of counseling, education and prevention services in a safe environment. CSS’ 24-hour crisis hotline responds to more than 65,000 calls each year. Services include on-going therapy groups, school-based counseling, supportive services for seniors, suicide prevention for youth; and community education. Crisis Support Services of Alameda County recognizes and understands the impact of trauma including the challenge of accessing supportive services. Our mission is to provide a welcoming and safe environment, rooted in the belief that through collaboration with clients at every stage of service healing is possible. We invite you to learn more about our agency by exploring our website.