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Cindy Duran, LMSW, is an accomplished social worker with extensive experience in various roles focused on mental health and community support. Currently serving as a Bilingual Therapist I at Dallas Children's Advocacy Center, Cindy employs trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy (TF-CBT) to assist children and families in recovery. Previously, as the Clinical Social Worker and BecomingMom Program Coordinator at ChristianWorks for Children, Cindy facilitated a supportive environment for processing life complexities related to motherhood and grief, while holding training in perinatal mental health. At CitySquare, Cindy progressed from a Case Manager to A Way Home Program Manager, overseeing rapid rehousing programs aimed at promoting self-sufficiency among participants. Early in the career, Cindy gained valuable experience working with refugees at Refugee Services of Texas and engaged in multiple AmeriCorps service positions that enhanced outreach, case management, and support for low-income individuals. Academically, Cindy holds a Master's degree in Social Work from Texas A&M University-Commerce and a Bachelor's degree in Social Work from Texas Woman's University.