Shireen N. Varga M.a., Lmft

Shireen N. Varga, M.A., LMFT has a diverse work experience in the mental health field. Shireen N. recently served as the Chief Program Officer at The Priority Center since February 2023, overseeing and managing multiple programs across various counties. Prior to that, they worked as the Chief Operating Officer at Remarkable Services from June 2022 to February 2023, where they focused on improving business functions and developing programs funded by government and private funders.

Shireen also worked at The Priority Center from June 2014 to June 2022, initially as the Director of Outreach and Engagement Program. In this role, they were responsible for the direction, management, and supervision of the Outreach and Engagement Program and its subcontracted companies. Later, they transitioned into the role of Mental Health Professional and provided therapy to children, teenagers, and families dealing with emotional and social disturbances. Shireen N. also provided crisis intervention support on an on-call schedule.

Furthermore, Shireen had a part-time private practice as a Licensed Therapist at SoCal Counseling Center (formerly Orange County Relationship Center) from March 2018 to July 2019. In this role, they provided individual and couples therapy and documented interventions and progress using an electronic health record system.

Overall, Shireen N. Varga has demonstrated expertise in program management, business operations, clinical supervision, and providing therapy to individuals and families.

Shireen N. Varga, M.A., LMFT completed their education at Pepperdine University, where they obtained a Master of Arts (M.A.) degree in Clinical Psychology with an Emphasis in Marriage and Family Therapy. Shireen N. focused their studies on clinical psychology. In addition to their academic qualifications, they have acquired several additional certifications. Shireen has completed the Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers (BLS) course through the American Heart Association in June 2022. Shireen N. also obtained their Marriage and Family Therapist certification from the Board Of Behavioral Sciences in May 2017. Furthermore, they completed the ASIST- Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training from Livingworks Education USA in October 2014. Lastly, they acquired a 40 Hour Domestic Violence Advocate Training certification from Laura's House in June 2013.