معرفی
Talolo Lepale is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Social Work and Social Ecology at Loma Linda University. He serves as Director of the Master of Social Work (MSW) with Criminal Justice (MS) Program and Assistant Director of the MSW Program. His roles include teaching, program leadership, and clinical social work practice.
Education:
- MSW in Social Work, Loma Linda University (1999)
- MBA in Business Administration, University of Redlands (2003)
- DSW in Social Work (anticipated 2025), University of St. Thomas
Specializations: Talolo focuses on clinical modalities like Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT). His work addresses trauma, anxiety, depression, grief, and end-of-life care, with expertise in medical social work and psychosocial oncology. He also emphasizes team-building and community engagement.
Community & Professional Engagement:
- Director of the Love Your Neighbor Coalition
- Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW #28702)
- Active member of the Association of Contextual Behavioral Sciences (ACBS), American Psychological Association (APA), and others.
- Leadership roles at Riverside Community Church of Seventh-day Adventists, including Worship Leader, Church Development Committee Chair, and Heart of Worship Program Director.
- Past volunteer firefighter with the Riverside County Fire Department (1995-1997, 2005-2008).
