Kim Monson

Kim Monson (she/her) is a Black, cis female social work professional based in Western Massachusetts. She holds academic roles as an Adjunct Assistant Professor at Smith College School for Social Work (SSW), Adjunct Professor at Westfield State University (WSU), and faculty member at Therapy Training Boston’s Intensive Certificate Program in Family Systems Therapy. Her clinical practice focuses on trauma-informed care, family systems therapy, and mental health challenges in diverse populations.

Education:

• M.S.W., Smith College School for Social Work (2008)
• B.A. Human Services, University of Hartford (2004)
• A.A. Arts & Sciences, Holyoke Community College (2001)

Professional Experience: Over 15 years, Monson has provided clinical services in outpatient settings, preschools, residential youth programs, and maternal mental health. She specializes in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma-Focused CBT (TF-CBT), and postpartum depression treatment. She has also overseen residential programs for youth in Department of Children and Families (DCF) care.

Teaching & Supervision: Monson teaches Advanced Practicum, Advanced Practice with Families, and Foundation Practicum at WSU, and Second Year Seminar at SSW. She has supervised social work students for eight years.

Awards & Affiliations:

• Sotomayor Fellow, SSW (2008)
• Member, Holyoke Community College Alumni Council