Charles B Wang Community Health CenterLicensed Master Social Worker
Aug. 2022 - May. 2024United States, New York- Provided individual psychotherapy and crisis intervention for patients referred to the Mental Health Department, working across pediatric, adolescent, and adult populations.
- Served as a lead crisis responder, managing high-risk psychiatric cases, conducting suicide risk assessments, and coordinating emergency interventions during on-call shifts, with support from the interdisciplinary team during weekly medical rounds.
- Pioneered the integration of Game Therapy for adolescent patients, introducing interactive digital interventions to improve treatment engagement—resulting in increased attendance rates and reduced patient dropout.
- Led medical rounds on Game Therapy applications, educating healthcare providers on its benefits and advocating for the incorporation of FDA-approved digital therapeutic interventions into clinical practice.
- Delivered comprehensive case management, assisting patients in navigating academic, financial, and personal challenges, ensuring access to essential support services.
- Championed culturally responsive mental health interventions, adapting therapeutic approaches to meet the needs of immigrant and underserved communities.