Alex Miramontes M.A.

Executive Director – Service Provider

Bryce Garcia M.A. Executive Assistant – Service Provider Bryce Garcia is passionate about working to develop a business that meets the needs of individuals in the community. His previous experience in Information Technology has served to direct development of this organization’s website.  Aside from his professional work experience, Bryce has experience and interests in other areas including outdoor activities and theater arts. He is an backpacker, hiker, camper, and mountain climber; and has summited some of the highest peaks in all of California and the world. Bryce has a theater arts degree and performed at different theaters in Los Angeles and Hollywood. His portrayal and development of a character for a never before seen commissioned play at Rio Hondo College in Whittier, CA culminated in an Irene Ryan Theater Award and invitation to perform at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in Washington, D.C. Professional Experience Domestic Assault Response Team Advocate Peace Over Violence; Los Angeles, CA         Mar 2022 – Present

•   Collaborate with LAPD officers to provide advocacy for victims of domestic and sexual violence
•   Provide case management services to the survivors of physical and sexual assault
•   Perform administrative duties including documentation, attend staff meetings, and trainings  

Behavioral Health Care Manager     Jul 2021 – Sept 2021 Mindoula Health, Inc.; Silver Spring, MD

•   Encouraged patients to express feelings and discuss what is happening in their lives, assisting them in developing insight into themselves and their relationships
•   Presented completed intakes to the Psychiatric Consultants during case presentations
•   Reflected all billable activity in case notes on MMR entered within 24 hours after billable activity

In-Home Outreach Counselor     Jan 2019 – Apr 2020 Human Services Association; Bell Gardens, CA

•   Provided counseling, assessment services, and intensive case management to families referred to the agency’s Family Preservation Program while collaborating with DCFS and Probation departments
•   Provided home visits, case coordination, linkage, advocacy and supplemental services such as parenting classes, child follow-up visits, counseling services, referrals for emergency housing and assistance with transportation
•   Submitted referrals for higher levels of care
•   Developed case plan tasks and activities using five protective factors

Wraparound Therapist     Feb 2018 – Apr 2018 Amanecer Community Counseling Services; Los Angeles, CA

•   Collaborated with WRAP team members, community partners, DCFS, and Probation Department to provide a family-centered, strength-based, and needs driven service delivery to the client and family
•   Documented interventions and client data by entering information into EXYM

Bryce Garcia         Page 2 Outpatient Therapist             Sep 2017 – Dec 2017 Penny Lane Center; Commerce, CA

•   Provided therapy services in the clinic, school, and client’s home
•   Assessed, coordinated, and linked individuals/families to supportive services
•   Completed psychosocial assessments, needs assessments, and goal plans
•   Documented all clinical assessments, interventions, and therapeutic contact

Associate MFT     Jan 2016 – Feb 2018 Kohan International Foundation; Culver City, CA

•   Provided therapy to clients Dx with Mood and Developmental Disorders 
•   Facilitated ‘Nurturing Parenting’ class to teach non-violent parenting skills
•   Conducted phone intakes and referred clients to appropriate resources

MFT Intern               May 2015 – Dec 2015 Catholic Charities; San Bernardino, CA  

•   Provided therapy, recorded, documented CBT-LLD sessions using DMH standards
•   Collaborated with DMH liaison to review and address needs of seniors
•   Provided individual and couples therapy using Solution Focused Therapy

MFT Trainee               Aug 2012 – May 2013 Catholic Charities; San Bernardino, CA

•   Provided individual, couples, family therapy to clients
•   Managed CPS cases between client, social worker and clinical work at agency
•   Taught ‘Why Try’, an EBP psychoeducation program for pregnant teenagers
•   Facilitated DV/Parenting classes to groups from agency based curriculum

Education M.A. Counseling Psychology                           Jun 2013 Argosy University; Ontario, CA Awards Citizen of Achievement                     Apr 2012 League of Women Voters; San Bernardino, CA Citizen of Achievement                     Apr 2012 County Supervisors; San Bernardino, CA Projects Volunteer   Apr 2011 – Oct 2012 Court Appointed Special Advocate; Rialto, CA As guardian ad litem worked to gather information and made recommendations to judge for the best interest of a minor regarding education, housing, and emancipation from foster care.

Leonel (Leo) Escobar

Service Provider

Leo has provided substance abuse counseling to the Los Angeles community for years. He has a certificate of completion in facilitating alcohol and drug abuse counseling classes. In his time off, Leo enjoys to spend time with friends and family.

Leo believes that no one is irredeemable, as he discovered completing his studies of addiction. He believes that everyone can stand a chance at a healthier quality of life with the right support. But it starts with oneself.

“They say that death is not the greatest loss. It is what dies in us while we are still alive that is the greatest loss. From losing one’s value system, morals, dignity, and integrity, to a life-long battle with feelings of guilt, shame, fear, and hopelessness. It is an arduous task to deal with life head-on on its own terms. Let alone when one actively put themselves in a vicious cycle of drug abuse, denial, and resistance.  Through my own recovery and the rediscovery of the goodness within me, today I am committed in assisting others on their own path toward redemption. Mindfully and compassionately, I am here to humbly serve you!” – Leo