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Coreena Hendrickson, LCSW, is a Senior Lecturer at Antioch University with a focus on clinical social work, mental health, and addiction recovery. A licensed clinical social worker in California and Wisconsin, she teaches courses in psychopathology, cognitive behavior therapy, and brief therapies while sharing decades of practical experience from her work in trauma-informed care and behavioral health integration.
Her research interests span trauma-informed systems of care, adolescent substance use disorders, integrated behavioral health services, and crisis intervention strategies for high-risk populations. She emphasizes critical thinking about oppression frameworks and real-world applications in mental health policy and practice.
Recent publications and presentations highlight her work on trauma-informed consequences for homeless youth, psychological first aid protocols, and the opioid epidemic's intersection with mental health. Notably, she received an award from the West Hollywood Sheriff's Department for pioneering same-sex domestic violence policies.
Key affiliations:
- National Association of Social Workers
- National Alliance on Mental Illness
- Drug Policy Alliance
Notable contributions:
- Collaboration with Hollywood Homeless Youth Partnership (HHYP)
- Curriculum development for integrated care providers
- Training programs on trauma stewardship and verbal de-escalation techniques
