Gina Gonzalez
About Gina Gonzalez
Gina Gonzalez is a Mental Health Clinician currently working at the U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants in Palm Beach County, Florida. She has extensive experience in mental health services, particularly advocating for the mental health needs of youth in migration.
Work at U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants
Gina Gonzalez has been serving as a Mental Health Clinician at the U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants (USCRI) since 2021. In this role, she focuses on addressing the mental health needs of youth in migration, advocating for their transition to a dignified life. Her work involves providing therapeutic support and developing strategies to assist young individuals facing mental health challenges related to forced or voluntary migration.
Previous Experience in Mental Health
Prior to her current position, Gina Gonzalez worked at several organizations in mental health roles. She was a Certified Behavioral Health Case Manager at Helping People Succeed from 2016 to 2018. She then served as a Mental Health Therapist at Suncoast Mental Health Center for one year, from 2020 to 2021. Additionally, she spent 16 years as a School Social Services Worker at Martin County School District, where she focused on supporting students' mental health needs.
Education and Expertise
Gina Gonzalez is currently pursuing a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Psychology with a specialization in Trauma and Disaster Relief at Northcentral University, a program she began in 2021. She holds a Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Palm Beach Atlantic University, completed in 2020, and a Bachelor of Science in Human Services from Indian River State College, achieved in 2016. Her educational background equips her with the knowledge and skills necessary to address complex mental health issues.
Bilingual Communication Skills
Gina Gonzalez is bilingual in English and Spanish, which enhances her ability to communicate effectively with diverse populations in mental health settings. This skill is particularly valuable in her work with youth in migration, allowing her to provide support and resources to individuals from various cultural backgrounds.
Advocacy for Youth Mental Health
Gina Gonzalez is an advocate for the mental health needs of youth in migration. She emphasizes the importance of addressing the unique challenges faced by these individuals, focusing on their transition to a dignified life. Her advocacy work is rooted in her clinical practice and educational pursuits, aiming to improve mental health outcomes for vulnerable populations.