Tiefa Hernandez

Tiefa Hernandez, MSW, LSW, is a dedicated mental health professional currently serving as a Master Prepared Therapist at Valley Oaks Health since August 2023. With extensive experience in child and adolescent therapy, Tiefa has previously worked at Sycamore Springs Behavioral Health in various roles, including Child and Adolescent Therapist and Inpatient Therapist, focusing on psychotherapy facilitation, crisis intervention, and treatment planning. Additional experience includes serving as a Student Services Coordinator at Tippecanoe School Corporation, an Adjunct Faculty member at Ivy Tech Community College, and a Youth Worker at Cary Home for Children. Tiefa also led programs as Compeer Director at Mental Health America, fostering community engagement and volunteer coordination. Educational qualifications include a Master of Social Work from Indiana University Indianapolis and degrees in Sociology and Criminal Justice.