Chia has over 5 years of experience in the mental health field. She has a master’s degree in Social Work from the University of Wisconsin-Madison and is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). Previously, Chia worked at Yahara House as a resource manager as well as helping people with skill building and employment. Besides working at HealthyMinds, she also volunteers at a program that provides culturally specific mental health services. As a certified CCS provider, Chia provides CCS supervision as a Mental Health Professional, service facilitation, individual skills development, and psychoeducation. Much of Chia’s background comes from the Clubhouse model. She likes to work with people using a person-centered approach where the client directs their services and defines their goals and together, we work on them. She works with clients to help them become more independent so that they can live a satisfying life as she believes that anyone can reach their goals with the right tools.
