Meet Monie
(she, hers)
Monie has experience in community-based outpatient mental health services at both the macro and micro levels. At the macro level, she has collaborated with agencies serving Deaf clients to strengthen their knowledge of working with Deaf populations and to implement accessible, inclusive practices across social service systems. Her clinical experience includes providing therapy to individuals with a variety of mental health disorders and complex language needs. Guided by the philosophy of meeting people where they are in their mental health journey, she supports each person’s growth, healing, and recovery. Her approach integrates evidence-based practices and modernized methods with traditional therapeutic techniques.
Psychology, Bachelor of Art, Gallaudet University 2018
Masters of science, Social Work, Columbia university 2022
EXPERIENCE
Community outpatient mental health services; support for individuals with severe mental health conditions, families and children in school settings, domestic violence survivors, Deaf clients, and people with disabilities.
SPECIALTIES
Trauma, Depression, Anxiety
RESEARCH
Gwaltney, I. (2022). Improving Communication Among Providers Serving D/deaf Populations in Mental Health Settings. Columbia Social Work Review.
EDUCATION
- Master of Science, Social Work, Columbia University
- Bachelor of Arts, Psychology, Gallaudet University
