Think. Feel. Grow
Meet Our Clinical Therapists &
Medi-Cal Peer Support Specialists
Medi-Cal Peer Support Specialist
Edward "Moe" Moten
Specialties:
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Sharing Stories of Recovery
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Motivational Interviewing (MI)
Group Topics:
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Anxiety & Fear
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Community Re-Entry
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Substance Use Disorder
Medi-Cal Peer Support Specialist
Silvia M. Milligan
Specialties:
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Sharing Stories of Recovery
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Motivational Interviewing (MI)
Group Topics:
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Social Independent Living Skills
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Community Re-Entry
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Real Estate & Housing Issues
Certified Peer Support Specialist/ ARF &RCFE Administrator
Megumi Washington
Specialties:
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Sharing Stories of Recovery
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Motivational Interviewing (MI)
Group Topics:
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Immigration & Visa Issues
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Community Re-Entry
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Housing and Community Care
Medi-Cal Peer Support Specialist
Mark Curran
Specialties:
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Sharing Stories of Recovery
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Motivational Interviewing (MI)
Group Topics:
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Anxiety & Fear
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Community Re-Entry
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Substance Use Disorder
LCSW Psychotherapist
Brandon R. Washington
Specialties:
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Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
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Motivational Interviewing
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Problem Solving Therapy
Group Topics:
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Anxiety
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Insecurity & Fear
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Depression
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PTSD
LCSW Psychotherapist
Annalisa Thomas
Specialties:
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Dialectical Behavior Therapy
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Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
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Grief Counseling
Group Topics:
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Depression
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NPD & Emotional Abuse
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Insecurity
LCSW Psychotherapist
TBA
Specialties:
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Rational Emotive Therapy
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Motivational Interviewing
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Problem Solving Therapy
Group Topics:
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Relationship Struggles
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Self-Care & Healing
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Identity & Persona
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Race & Gender
LCSW Psychotherapist
Fengyi Tam
Specialties:
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Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
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Motivational Interviewing
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Strength-Based Therapy
Group Topics:
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Stress & Anxiety
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Sexuality
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Sleep, Meditation, & Relaxation
Therapists at Best Intentions have specialized skills to help with all types of concerns like anxiety, trauma, relationships, addiction, and more. Read each profile to better understand their training, experience, and approach to care.
Certified Medi-Cal Peer Support Specialists & Community Health Workers provide recovery-oriented, culturally appropriate services that promote engagement, socialization, self-sufficiency, self-advocacy, and natural support and are trauma-aware. These professionals self-identify as having lived experience with the process of recovery from mental illness, substance use disorder, or both.
Accepted Insurances
How It Works
Professional Peer Support Processing Groups
(Income-based via CA Medi-Cal)
Best Intentions offers professional peer support sessions on pressing and relevant community topics (i.e. anxiety, depression, Re-EntrySUD). Each of our Certified Peer Support Specialists has personal experience of a community topic and a story of recovery to share! New topics are constantly being added as the community grows. These services are provided by Medi-Cal Certified Peer Support Specialists.
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Free Process Group Counseling for Gambling Addiction
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Our organization provides free group-based counseling services for individuals struggling with a Gambling Problem and/or family and friends affected by a gambling problem.
We employ LCSW Psychotherapists certified by the Office of Problem Gambling and the UCLA Gambling Studies Program, to provide this free service to clients. Our Processing groups are tailored to combat additions to sports betting, crypto trading, and other gaming addictions at no cost to all California residents with a qualifying diagnosis of gambling disorder.
Free Individual Therapeutic Counseling for Gambling Addiction
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Our organization provides free counseling services for individuals struggling with a Gambling Problem and/or family and friends affected by a gambling problem. We employ LCSW Psychotherapists certified by the Office of Problem Gambling and the UCLA Gambling Studies Program, to provide this free service to clients.
Our highly qualified staff are dedicated to giving you a safe and supportive experience and to help you reach your treatment goals.
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We aim to assist problem gamblers by providing financial literacy and therapeutic tools to help them recommit their lives to financial promise and more meaningful relationships with loved ones
Professional Peer Support (Individual)
(Income-based via CA Medi-Cal Insurance Programs)
Best Intentions offers professional peer support sessions on pressing and relevant community topics (i.e. anxiety, depression, Re-EntrySUD). Each of our Certified Peer Support Specialists has personal experience of a community topic and a story of recovery to share! New topics are constantly being added as the community grows. These services are provided by Medi-Cal Certified Peer Support Specialists.
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Clinical Therapy (Individual)
Insurance-Based or Private Pay
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Clinical social work is a specialty practice area of social work that focuses on the assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of mental illness, emotional, and other behavioral disturbances. Individual, group, and family therapy are common treatment modalities. These services are provided by LCSW-Psychotherapists.
Medi-Cal Peer Support Specialist Test Prep Training course
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Train with us to "Ace" your exam to become a Medi-Cal Peer Support Specialist!
In 2020, California passed a law (Senate Bill 803) that makes it possible for certified peer support specialists to be eligible for Medi-Cal reimbursement through county mental health plans and substance use disorder plans (behavioral health plans). This important step in delivering behavioral health care values the experience that peers — persons with lived experience — can provide and expands counties’ capacity to care for those who need them.
Prepare to take your test by studying with a CalMHSA Subject Matter Expert (SME) who assisted in creating the 2023-2024 Exam!
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We don't provide peer support training, we provide test-taking tools! No matter where you received your CalMHSA-approved Initial Training, we will help you pass your certification test. Learn tried and true test-taking tactics, bolster your knowledge of the CalMHSA core competencies, and increase your chances of success!
National Peer Support Specialist Continuing Education Courses
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Train with us to become a Community Health Worker or a Peer Support Specialist! The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) finalized reforms to Medicare payment for 2024 that will expand access to behavioral health care services. Notably, the reforms increase coverage for services provided by community health workers (CHWs) and peer support specialists. We train potential peer support specialists to the National Association of Peer Support Specialists standards to offer a course accepted in 11 different states and internationally*
The policy changes provide more flexibility in the types of providers that are eligible to be reimbursed by Medicare and also provide additional resources for both early intervention and crisis intervention services. The reforms also elevate the importance of addressing the social needs of beneficiaries and encourage and support the provision of community-based care. By creating the capacity and flexibility to implement culturally and linguistically effective services, the policies also can help to promote racial equity.
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*Not offered for California Certification via CalMHSA
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The Office of Problem Gambling (OPG) is dedicated to promoting awareness and prevention of gambling disorders and making treatment available to those negatively impacted by problem gambling behavior.
OPG provides training related to the treatment of gambling disorder for counselors throughout the state. OPG’s prevention program is comprised of a helpline, training and technical assistance, public awareness campaigns and research.
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If you or someone you love is affected by gambling disorder, there is no-cost, confidential help available.
1-800-GAMBLER | 800gambler.chat | text SUPPORT to 53342
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Gambling Disorders Hotlines
Peer Support Warmline
The warmline will connect individuals with certified peer support specialists who have lived experiences of behavioral health issues, trauma or personal crises, and are trained to support and empower the callers. The warmline will operate seven days a week from 10 a.m. to 2 a.m. at 888-PEER-753 (888-733-7753).
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Certified. Responsive. Compassionate.
Best Intentions Peer Services is a leading provider of Support and Mental Health Services. Our CalMHSA-certified Medi-Cal Peer Support Specialists and Certified Community Health Workers are dedicated to helping individuals achieve their goals and improve their overall well-being. We are committed to providing compassionate care and support to our clients, and we strive to make a positive impact in the community. Learn more about our services and our link to community service by visiting our website.
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