Noelle Garza
About Noelle Garza
Noelle Garza is a Foster Care Counselor II at Starry, Inc. in Boston, Massachusetts, where she provides in-home parent education and conducts home studies for foster and adoptive families.
Work at Starry
Noelle Garza has been employed at Starry, Inc. as a Foster Care Counselor II since 2015. In this role, she provides in-home parent education utilizing Trust-Based Relational Intervention® specifically designed for foster and adoptive families. Her responsibilities include conducting home studies for these families, which involve clinical assessments of attachment and parenting styles. Additionally, she facilitates initial and ongoing training focused on complex developmental trauma, ensuring that foster and adoptive parents are well-equipped to support their children.
Education and Expertise
Noelle Garza studied at The University of Texas at Austin and the University of Southern California. Her educational background supports her expertise in foster care and adoption counseling. She applies her knowledge in various aspects of her work, including conducting clinical assessments and providing training on developmental trauma, which is crucial for understanding the needs of children in foster care.
Background
Noelle Garza has a significant background in foster care counseling, having worked in this field for over nine years in Boston, Massachusetts. Her role encompasses a wide range of responsibilities, including supervising interns in the Foster Care & Adoption program. She provides guidance and support to these interns, contributing to their professional development and enhancing the overall quality of care provided to families.
Crisis Intervention Services
In addition to her counseling duties, Noelle Garza offers on-call crisis intervention services for children, youth, and parents facing behavioral and mental health crises. This aspect of her work is critical in providing immediate support and resources to families in distress, ensuring that they receive the necessary assistance during challenging times.