Jacob Marciel

Jacob Marciel is a Core Faculty member in the Department of Social Work at Pacific Oaks College, serving on the online campus. He has over 12 years of experience in higher education, having held academic and clinical roles at Hartnell College, Evergreen Valley College, Eastern Washington University, and Nevada State University.

His professional background includes positions as professor, department chair, mental health counselor, and clinical supervisor, reflecting a strong commitment to both education and mental health practice.

Education:

• MSW, California State University, Stanislaus, Turlock, CA (2012)

Areas of Expertise and Research Interests:

Mr. Marciel's scholarly and clinical interests center on addiction, substance abuse, mental health, psychopathology, suicidality, counseling psychology, and psychopharmacology. His work emphasizes accessible treatment for individuals involved in the justice system, advocating for mental health diversion over incarceration.

He is particularly focused on policy implications and clinical interventions in addiction and suicide prevention.

Professional Affiliations and Licensure:

• Member, NASW CA Chapter
• Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), California

Community Involvement:

• Volunteer, Catholic Charities

Clinical Practice:

Since 2021, Mr. Marciel has been working with mental health diversion clients through his private practice, guided by the principle that treatment should be prioritized over incarceration.