Elsa Jaimes, Lcsw, Msw
About Elsa Jaimes, Lcsw, Msw
Elsa Jaimes is a Licensed Mental Health Clinician with extensive experience in counseling and social work, currently employed at Charlie Health since 2022. She has worked in various roles at United Friends of the Children and holds a Master of Social Work from the University of Southern California.
Work at Charlie Health
Elsa Jaimes currently serves as a Licensed Mental Health Clinician at Charlie Health, a position she has held since 2022. In this role, she provides personalized individual therapy tailored to the needs of teen and young adult clients. Her focus on mental health and wellness aligns with the organization's mission to support youth through accessible and effective mental health services.
Previous Experience at United Friends of the Children
Elsa Jaimes has extensive experience with United Friends of the Children, where she worked in various capacities from 2015 to 2022. She began as a Career & Education Counselor for two years, then transitioned to roles including Advocacy Counselor and Senior Advocacy Counselor, accumulating three years of experience in advocacy. Additionally, she served as a Resource Specialist for nine months and as an Advocacy Counselor for one year, contributing to the organization's mission of supporting youth in foster care.
Education and Expertise
Elsa Jaimes holds a Master of Social Work (MSW) degree from the University of Southern California, where she specialized in Children and Family Mental Health Services from 2017 to 2019. She also earned a Bachelor's degree in Vocational Rehabilitation Counseling from California State University-Los Angeles from 2012 to 2014. Furthermore, she holds a Pupil Personnel Services Credential (PPSC) from the University of Southern California, enhancing her qualifications in the field of mental health.
Background in School Social Work
In 2018, Elsa Jaimes gained experience as a School Social Work Intern at Garden Grove Unified School District, where she worked for 11 months. This role provided her with insights into the educational system and the unique challenges faced by students, further informing her approach to mental health and wellness.
Holistic Approach to Mental Health
Elsa Jaimes promotes a holistic approach to mental health and wellness in her practice. She specializes in providing individualized therapy for her clients, focusing on their unique needs and circumstances. Her commitment to a comprehensive understanding of mental health supports her effectiveness as a clinician.