Lori L. Breeden-Gomez, M.S., MFT

Education:  Lori L. Breeden-Gomez obtained her Bachelor of Arts Degree in Psychology with a minor in Sociology from California State University San Bernardino in 1997 and her Master of Science Degree in Marital and Family Therapy from Loma Linda University in 1999. Lori is a California Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (MFC39712), working in the field since 1998. To verify Lori's California License go to: http://www.bbs.ca.gov/

Experience in the Field of Therapy: Lori has held various positions in the mental health field, ranging from residential treatment facilities for children to outpatient mental health settings.  While Lori was working in the residential setting, she was responsible for a caseload of 20 children and provided individual, family, and group therapy. Lori was also responsible for their case management needs and facilitating their return home to their families or to foster care.  While working in a residential setting, Lori had the opportunity to develop a group curriculum for sexually abused children.

 

After leaving residential treatment, Lori worked in outpatient settings that afforded her the opportunity to see adults, couples, families, and children. Lori has vast experience working with other professionals such as psychiatrists, county social workers, public health nurses, and teachers.

 

For the last seven years, Lori has held supervisory positions at an outpatient non-profit clinic that is contracted through Los Angeles County Department of Mental health.

 

 

Currently, Lori provides clinical supervision to masters level therapists who are gaining hours towards their state licensure. Lori is responsible for their ongoing treatment planning for their clients, clinical documentation, legal and ethical issues and chart compliance.  Lori has also completed training in an evidenced based practice called Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT).

 

Most recently, Lori is a contract faculty and clinical supervisor at Loma Linda University teaching in the graduate program of Counseling and Family Sciences.

Professional Organizations: Lori is a Clinical Member of The California Association for Marriage and Family Therapists (CAMFT) and a Clinical Member of the American Association of Marriage and Family Therapists (AAMFT).