YWCA Metropolitan Chicago
Yesenia A. Hernandez is a Clinical Counseling Intern at The Kedzie Center, with prior experience as a Case Manager at YWCA Metropolitan Chicago since September 2022. Yesenia has also worked as a Behavioral Health Technician at Montrose Behavioral Health Hospital and served as a Dental Assistant at both Cook County Health and Cook County Jail from May 2019 to June 2022. Currently pursuing a Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Adler University, Yesenia holds a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Northeastern Illinois University.
YWCA Metropolitan Chicago
About YWCA Metropolitan Chicago: Since its founding 140 years ago, YWCA Metropolitan Chicago has been committed to serving the needs of women and girls. The YWCA’s mission to eliminate racism and empower women is actualized through a large breadth of programs and services. Regardless of race or economic status, the YWCA provides women with the support and tools they need to transform their lives, to be confident in their choices and to make valuable contributions to their communities. The YWCA’s Core programmatic areas include: Economic Empowerment Services, Sexual Violence Support Services, and Early Childhood Services. The YWCA serves over 200,000 women, children and families annually through these programs. And while the YWCA’s services are broad and varied, they are linked by a common thread—a dedication to promoting racial justice and personal empowerment. For more information about how you can support the YWCA, visit our website at http://www.ywcachicago.org or contact us at 312-762-2762. You can also find us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.