LOVELYN THIHA, MSW

Integrative Energy Healing Practitioner

EDUCATION

Certified Massage Practitioner       

School of Integrative Psycho-Structural Bodywork, December 2015

Master of Social Work, Mental Health Concentration

University of Southern California, School of Social Work, May 2009             

Bachelors of Arts in Psychology                      

University of California, Los Angeles, June 2006                                                                          


TRAININGS, CERTIFICATIONS AND LINEAGE

Somatic EMDR- Embodylab  In progress

Holy Fire III Reiki Level II 2025

Energetic Systems Maintenance June 2017

Natural Healing Systems April 2017

Medical Intuitive Level 1 -  Practical Path September 2016

Certified Infant Massage Teacher September 2016

Autism Touch Therapy Course March 2016

Touch for Health 2016

Kundalini Reiki Level II 2015

Sacred Geometry Reiki 2015

The Heart Touch Method: Compassionate and Healing Touch 2015

Restorative Yoga- Thera Yoga    April 2015

Children’ Massage- Liddle Kids Foundation  April 2015

Certified Pediatric Massage Therapist  March 2015

Sensory Repatterning III 2015

Cranial Unwinding I 2015

Transpersonal Energy Healing 2014

Reiki Master Usui Lineage 2014

Integrated Energy Healing- Diploma IH November 2013

Aggression Replacement Therapy 2012

Multidimensional Family Therapy 2011

Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavior Therapy 2010

Recovery Model

Seeking Safety

Caring for Our Family Connections

Human Trafficking and Modern Day Slavery

Atypical/ Typical Development for Birth to Five

Loving Intervention For Family Enrichment

UCLA Peer Helpline Suicide Prevention Training

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Integrative Energy Healing Practitioner

Lovelyn Healing Arts   November 2013- Present

Founder and practitioner providing Integrative Energy Healing through energy work, light touch, body based awareness, coaching and intuitive guidance. Sessions are offered in person and virtual.  Taught Healing Foundations for Integrated Healing, offering introductory education in energetic awareness and foundational healing principles.

Clinical Social Worker/ Field Site Coordinator

Special Services for Groups- Occupational Therapy Training Program- Torrance, April 2011- October 2013

Provided individual, group, family, and multifamily psychotherapy to high risk children, youth, and families. Conducted mental health assessments and diagnosis. Worked collaboratively with interdisciplinary teams. Coordinated consultations between school personnel and clinical staff to integrate services.

Therapist/ Facilitator

D’Veal Family and Youth Services- Wraparound Program, Pasadena, July 2009- March 2011                                                                

Provided evidence based treatments to high risk children, youth, and families. Provided in home support services, crisis intervention, and linkage to community resources. Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to identify barriers and family needs.

Social Worker Intern

Pacific Clinics, El Camino- Full Service Partnership Program, Santa Fe Springs, September 2008 – May 2009

Provided intensive recovery model based treatment to individuals with severe and persistent mental health conditions. Facilitated group therapy for women survivors of domestic violence with a focus on expressive arts and psychoeducation. Completed ninety hours of specialized training in evidence based practices.

Clinical Social Worker Intern

Metropolitan State Hospital, Norwalk, September 2007 - August 2008

Provided treatment within LPS and forensic programs. Conducted psychosocial assessments and diagnosis. Wrote court appeals advocating for client rights. Assisted in developing a family support group.

In- Home Outreach Counselor

Crittenton Services for Family and Children, Long Beach,  October 2006 -August 2007                            

Taught families parenting, life and family functioning skills in their home to ensure that parents provided children with a safe and nurturing environment; Provided case management services to families and children

Outreach Organizer                                                 

Los Angeles Homeless Services Coalition, Los Angeles, December 2005 - December 2006

Raised over $5000 in funds to create a transitional home for homeless youths;  Campaigned for homeless women

MENTAL HEALTH-RELATED RESEARCH EXPERIENCE

Research Assistant, UCLA,  April 2004- July 2005                                                                     

Identity and Interpersonal Relation Study; Prevention of Depression Among At Risk Youth/Treatment of Childhood and Adolescent Depression and Anxiety; Adolescent Suicide Prevention Program,

ADDITIONAL SKILLS 

Language:  Fluent in written and spoken Tagalog