Meet the Therapist
Andree Ravanelli, LCSW
Top Four Areas of Specialty:
Teen, Family, Couples and Individual Counseling
Chronic Pain and Medication Management/Substance Use
Physical Abuse, Sexual Abuse, Neglect, and Trauma
Aging and Life Changes/Caregiver Role
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:
Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW 76629)
California State University, Northridge, CA: 2008
Master of Social Work
Lifetime Membership: National Association of Social Workers
California State University, Northridge, CA
Bachelor of Science in Early Childhood Development and Education (Cum Laude)
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