Maria G.

Maria G. has a diverse work experience spanning over several years. Their most recent position is as a Mental Health Therapist and Psychotherapist at Mantra Health, starting in January 2023. Prior to this role, they worked as a Writing Tutor at Beyond Identity at The Politics of Sexual Violence Initiative at CCNY from March 2021 to January 2023. From February 2019 to January 2023, they held the role of Clinical Supervisor at the Jewish Board of Family and Children's Services. Maria also has experience as a Project Manager at Scholastic from October 2016 to March 2018. Maria was a Team Coordinator and a Mental Health Coordinator at the Jewish Board of Family and Children's Services from October 2009 to September 2016. Earlier in their career, they worked as a Children's Services Manager at NSPCC from January 2006 to August 2008. Maria also has experience as a Social Worker at Westminster City Council from February 2005 to December 2006 and as a Brooklyn Borough Coordinator at Court Appointed Special Advocates of NYC from November 2002 to January 2005. Maria started their career as a Psychiatric Social Worker at The Child Center of NY from June 1998 to October 2002.

Maria G. has a Bachelor's degree in Psychology from Rutgers University. Maria also holds a Master of Science degree in Social Work from Columbia University. Furthermore, Maria is currently pursuing a Master of Fine Arts degree in Creative Writing from The City College of New York, which is expected to be completed in 2023. In terms of certifications, Maria is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, which they obtained from the NYS Office of the Professions in March 2012. Maria also has certifications in Managing Change and Project Management from LEVELheaded and NSPCC, respectively, which were obtained in March 2008 and January 2008. Additionally, Maria completed a Management Training Programme at NSPCC in April 2006. Lastly, they attended a Seminar in Field Instruction at New York University, although specific details about the time of completion are not provided.