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