Meet the Therapist

Andree Ravanelli, LCSW

I believe that everyone at some time in our lives needs some help, someone to listen and support them.

Top Four Areas of Specialty:

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Teen, Family, Couples and Individual Counseling

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Chronic Pain and Medication Management/Substance Use

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Physical Abuse, Sexual Abuse, Neglect, and Trauma

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Aging and Life Changes/Caregiver Role

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My Experience

Most recent I was the Clinical Supervisor at Southern California Spine and Pain Institute’s Behavioral Health & Substance Recovery Center where I provided therapeutic services to individuals suffering from
acute chronic pain combined with pain medication management. I provided comprehensive counseling
services regarding mental health, physical health and change of life issues using personalized individual
and group therapy programs. I also advocated for the use of “emotional support animals” and the benefits
these animals have on patients well-being.

I have over 20 years of experience working with Teen and Adult Victims of Trauma and Sexual Assault,
including the LGBTQ community and issues regarding HIV/ AIDS; Infant and Child Development/
Parenting; Youth, Elderly and Aging issues (Medical Conditions, Cerebral Palsy, Autism, Strokes,
Traumatic Brain Injury, Chronic Illness, Post Tramatic Stress Disorder and Dying), and Child Welfare
(Department of Children and Family Services) assessing and assuring child safety in or out of the home
due to issues of physical abuse, sexual abuse, emotional abuse, neglect, and often co-occuring with
parental stubstance abuse, domestic violence, poverty and homelessness.

Years of Experience Working with Victims of Trauma

Years of Experience Working with Elderly and Aging Issues

Years Experience Working in Infant and Child Development

Years of Experience Working in Child and Family Welfare

Certifications and Education:

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Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW 76629)

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California State University, Northridge, CA: 2008
Master of Social Work
Lifetime Membership: National Association of Social Workers

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California State University, Northridge, CA
Bachelor of Science in Early Childhood Development and Education (Cum Laude)

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California State University, Northridge, CA
Bachelor of Science in Psychology with emphisis in Neuropsychology and Sex Therapy (Cum Laude)
Honors : Dean’s list every semester
Lifetime Membership: Psi Chi Honor Society, Golden Key Honor Society

Working With Me

I love working with and learning from people. I believe that everyone at some time in our lives needs some help, someone to listen and support them. I enjoy guiding them on their own process of finding themselves, as they are the experts in their own lives. It can be a scary journey sharing your deepest secrets with a complete stranger and I respect the courage it takes to do that. It shows a desire to grow, change and be the best person you can be. I believe in a Biopsychosocial Model of Therapy using Psychoeducation, Strength-Based Approach, Motivational Interviewing, and Cognitive Behavioral Modalities to support a client’s needs and well-being while teaching adaptive skills and creating realistic goals to obtain balance in their lives.

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Each of the practioners in this office is a sole proprietor. This means that the professional is in business for himself or herself. This office is not a partnership, joint venture, professional corporation or any other form of business organization.