Shawntelle Nesmith
A native from Nashville TN. I am currently employed as a license Social Worker with the District of Columbia Government. I have served vulnerable citizens of the District for over 15 years. I provide comprehensive service to vulnerable families who experience acute social, emotional, or familial distress. I’m a current Board Member for the District of Columbia Board of Long-Term Care Administration. Also, I’m a former member of the DC Government Emergency Response Team. I have a Bachelors’ Degree in Science from Tennessee State University. A Master’s Degree in Social Work from Howard University.
I have training and certificates in:
- Trauma Incident Reduction (TIR)
- Cognitive Behavior Therapy for Depression and suicidal Ideation in Youth and Young Adult
- Solution Focus Brief Therapy
- Suicide Prevention
- Understanding and Preventing Sexual Violence Among Communities of Color
I continue to stay abreast in my field as a licensed social worker by continue training with a focus on trauma and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT).