Annette Catanese

Annette Catanese serves as a Part-Time Lecturer in the School of Social Work at California State University, Long Beach, within the College of Health & Human Services. Her role focuses on delivering social work education through the university's academic programs.

Her professional expertise spans core social work disciplines including Clinical Social Work, Child and Family Welfare, Mental Health interventions, Community Practice methodologies, and Social Policy analysis. These areas align with the School of Social Work's mission to prepare practitioners for diverse societal challenges through evidence-based approaches and community engagement.

As a part-time faculty member, she contributes to the academic infrastructure while maintaining active professional practice. Her work supports student development in clinical settings and community-based social services, reflecting the program's emphasis on applied learning and equity-focused practice.