About me
Bree is a dedicated Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with a rich background spanning over a decade in the mental health field. Her passion for advocacy shines through in her tireless efforts to champion LGBTQ+ youth, drawing from both her personal journey and professional expertise to ensure that queer kids receive the support they deserve so that they are growing up to become queer adults.
Throughout her career, Bree has engaged with queer youth across diverse environments, including in the medical field, providing therapy, working with various GSA’s, and collaborating with countless organizations. She has been instrumental in developing inclusive programs within institutions and agencies, aiming to improve the quality of care and support available to LGBTQ+ youth.
A sought-after speaker at national conferences, Bree addresses the critical intersection of mental health, self-harm. Her impactful LGBTQ+ trainings have equipped numerous healthcare professionals, social workers, and educators across prestigious institutions such as UCLA hospital, non-profit organizations, and various school districts. She provides individual and group therapy sessions using evidence-based approaches such as DBT, CBT, and Mindfulness, with a particular focus on trauma-informed care, and the holistic integration of the mind, body, and spirit.
Recognized for her leadership and expertise in LGBTQ+ mental health, Bree’s mission revolves around raising awareness, providing education, and fostering empowerments among queer youth and their allies. Through her advocacy and personal story, she inspires resilience and instills hope in the LGBTQ+ community, striving to effect meaningful change in mental health care.
She remains steadfast in her commitment to enhancing the well-being and quality of life for the individuals and communities I serves. She is committed to dismantling oppressive systems, aiming to forge a world rooted in equity and profound conscious awareness of how systemic inequality shapes individual lives. Fueled by a belief in the collective healing and transformative power of compassionate support and inclusive practices, she seeks to empower individuals to reclaim their boldest, bravest, and most authentic selves, guiding them back to their true essence. Through sharing her story and expertise, she aims to catalyze a ripple effect of empathy and action, contributing to a more inclusive and supportive society for LGBTQIA+ youth everywhere.