Christi E. Bell

Christi E. Bell, MSW, is an Assistant Clinical Professor at Loma Linda University's Department of Social Work & Social Ecology within the School of Behavioral Health. With a focus on clinical practice and education, she teaches courses in behavioral health diagnosis, trauma treatment, and group/individual interventions. Her professional work spans child welfare, crisis response, and therapeutic frameworks like Solution-Focused Therapy and Motivational Interviewing.

• Education: Master of Social Work (2014) and Bachelor of Arts (2010) from California State University, San Bernardino
• Key Expertise: Trauma-informed care, DSM diagnostics, psychopharmacology, child welfare systems, and behavioral health workforce training

She leads the Public Behavioral Health MSW Training & Fellowship Program (2023-2024) and contributes to the Federal Behavioral Health Workforce Education and Training Program (2023-2025). Her certifications include Safety Organized Practice, Crisis Intervention, and QLT-certified online instruction.

Notable contributions include coordinating behavioral health simulations, training Title IV-E students, and developing curricula for field instructors. Her work emphasizes practical skill-building for diverse populations.

• Licensed Clinical Social Worker (CA #93884)
• CANS Certified Trainer
• Train the Trainer Certification (Child Welfare CORE Instructor)
• Rape Crisis Counselor Certification