Laura Sanchez
About Laura Sanchez
Laura Sanchez is a Mental Health Case Manager at The Providence Center, specializing in mental health services for the Latino community. She has a background in biology and diverse experience in mental health and human resources.
Current Role at The Providence Center
Laura Sanchez serves as a Mental Health Case Manager at The Providence Center, a role she has held since 2022. In this position, she provides mental health services tailored to the Latino community, focusing on adults experiencing psychiatric illnesses and emotional challenges. Her work involves assessing client needs, developing treatment plans, and coordinating care to support individuals in achieving their mental health goals.
Previous Experience at City Year
Before her current role, Laura Sanchez worked at City Year from 2020 to 2021 for a duration of 10 months. During her time there, she contributed to educational support initiatives, helping to foster a positive learning environment for students. This experience enhanced her skills in community engagement and support services.
Educational Background
Laura Sanchez earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Biology/Biological Sciences from Providence College, where she studied from 2016 to 2020. Her academic background provided her with a solid foundation in biological sciences, which she applies in her mental health practice. Additionally, she completed her high school education at Manhattan/Hunter Science High School, graduating in 2016.
Diverse Work Experience
Laura has a varied work history that includes roles such as Human Resource Coordinator at the Community College of Rhode Island for 6 months in 2021 and a Research Volunteer at Providence College from 2019 to 2020. She also interned at SHEARWATER THE MULLUMBIMBY STEINER SCHOOL LTD in New South Wales, Australia, focusing on sustainability for one month in 2019. Additionally, she worked as a Per Diem Behavioral Health Specialist at Bradley Hospital, where she focused on creating a safe environment for children and adolescents with developmental disabilities.
Future Aspirations in Mental Health
Laura Sanchez aspires to attend Physician Assistant (PA) School with a specialization in mental health and psychiatry. Her goal is to further her education and training in the mental health field, allowing her to provide comprehensive care and support to individuals facing mental health challenges.