Ani I.

Ani I. has an extensive work experience in various roles within the mental health field. Ani is currently the Founder of Solace Mental Health Therapy, Inc, a position they started in December 2021. Prior to that, they worked as a Behavioral Health Specialist and Clinical Social Worker at WelbeHealth from October 2019 onwards. Ani also has experience as a Clinical Social Worker in the hospice industry, working at both VITAS Healthcare and another hospice organization starting in 2018.

Before entering the hospice field, Ani worked as a Mental Health Therapist at TESSIE CLEVELAND COMMUNITY SERVICES CORPORATION from June 2017 to March 2018. Ani also has previous experience as a Co-Owner at Rico's Pizza from July 2014 to March 2018. Ani's career in social work began with internships at VITAS Healthcare and Valley's Best Hospice, where they provided care and support to patients and their families. Prior to their work in the mental health field, Ani worked as a Medical Staff Assistant at White Memorial Medical Center and as a Jr. Technical Recruiter at SMCI.

Ani I. obtained their Master's Degree in Social Work from the University of Southern California, where they studied from 2014 to 2017. Prior to that, they earned their Bachelor of Science in Business Management from California State University Northridge College of Business and Economics, completing their studies from 2009 to 2011. Ani also holds an Associate's Degree in General Education Transfer Studies, which they achieved from Glendale Community College in Glendale, CA. Ani'stime at Glendale Community College was from 2007 to 2008.