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Luis Clement, Psy.D. has a diverse work experience that spans over various fields and roles. Beginning in 1995, they worked as a Community Assistant Supervisor and Teacher Assistant at UC Santa Cruz, where they managed budgets, supervised and trained student staff, and provided instruction and academic support to undergraduates. From 1999 to 2002, they served as an Emergency Credentialed Teacher at San Ysidro School District, focusing on improving the academic performance and attendance of at-risk English language learners. From 2003 to 2005, they worked as an Employment Case Manager at ACS State and Local Solutions, where they developed employment plans and assessed individuals for proper welfare programs. From 2007 to 2008, they were a Practicum Student in the Community Based Block Program, providing counseling services to university students and community members. From 2008 to 2010, they became a Practicum Supervisor at San Diego State University, where they supervised graduate students and provided feedback on counseling theory. Luis then worked as an Assistant Director of the Early Academic Outreach Program at the University of California, San Diego, from 2005 to 2009, where they designed and implemented tutoring and learning skills programs for middle and high school students. Moving into the field of psychology, Luis Clement took on various roles at different organizations. From 2009 to 2011, they worked as a Practicum Trainee and Psychology Intern at Community Research Foundation, where they assessed and provided therapy to clients and facilitated DBT groups. From 2011 to 2014, they served as a Psychology Intern and Bilingual Treatment Coordinator at Alvarado Parkway Institute Behavioral Health System, conducting therapy sessions and coordinating treatment for mentally ill adults. From 2014 to 2018, they worked as a Registered Psychologist and Licensed Clinical Psychologist at Indian Health Council, providing direct services to individuals and families and collaborating with healthcare providers. Finally, since 2018, they have been employed at San Diego American Indian Health Center, first as a Staff Psychologist and later as the Director of Behavioral Health, overseeing the delivery of behavioral health services.

Luis Clement, Psy.D. has a strong educational background in the field of psychology and multicultural counseling. Luis obtained a Bachelor's degree in American Studies from the University of California, Santa Cruz in 1999. In 2007, they pursued a Master's degree in Education with an emphasis in Multicultural Counseling from San Diego State University. Continuing their studies in psychology, they earned another Master's degree in Clinical Psychology from Alliant International University in 2010. In 2014, they completed their education with a Psy.D. in Clinical Psychology, specializing in Multicultural Psychology, also from Alliant International University. Additionally, in 2015-2016, Luis Clement achieved certification as a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional from the International Association of Trauma Professionals.