EXECUTIVE TEAM
Teddie Valenzuela, LCSW
Vice President of IHHS
Teddie has been with Amanecer for over 20 years now. In her time at Amanecer, she has been responsible for many program implementations and expansions. Teddie was instrumental in growing our contracts with the Department of Mental Health (DMH) and Department of Children and Family Service (DCFS). In 2019, she was promoted to Executive Director.
Outside of work, Teddie enjoys Pilates, gardening, traveling and walking her beloved poodle mix on her 1.5 mile nature trail in LA National Forest.
Nicole Cuevas, LMFT
Sr. Director of Clinical Operations
Nicole is the Sr. Director of Clinical Operations at Amanecer Community Counseling Service. She leads the Clinical and Compliance aspects of the organization. She has worked in the mental health field for the last 10 years and has experience with the Department of Mental Health, DCFS, Probation, Substance Use and Prevention, and the unhoused population. As a Licensed MFT, she is certified in Trauma-Focused CBT, Managing Adapting Practices (MAP), and Crisis Intervention (CORS). Outside of work, Nicole enjoys spending time with her family, her dog Charlie, and traveling.
Diana Guerrero, LCSW
Sr. Director of Clinical Programs and Operations
Diana is the Sr. Director of Clinical Programs and Operations at Amanecer Community Counseling Service, overseeing all the clinical programs of the organization. She was previously the director for the Adult programs and Trauma Recovery Center and was part of the growth and expansion of trauma recovery services into central California. Diana has over 10 years working within public child welfare, county mental health programs and in non-profit leadership. She has worked with 0-5 populations, and as a clinical trainer providing trauma informed parenting classes in Los Angeles County. Diana has extensive knowledge of community care licensing regulations and foster care laws. Diana is certified as a SAFE Home Practitioner and Supervisor in the PRIDE model. Outside of work, Diana enjoys traveling, staying active, cooking and spending time with friends and family.
DIRECTOR LEADERSHIP TEAM
Ashley Arrieta, LCSW
Director of Trauma Recovery Center and Domestic Violence
Ashley is the Director of the Trauma Recovery Center and a USC graduate, Ashley has 10 years of experience working in the Social Work Field. Her experience ranges from Foster Care, DCFS, the Elderly and Disabled, and various mental health specific programs. As an LCSW, Ashley has been working with nonprofit organizations on a macro level with grant funded programs. Outside of work, Ashley enjoys spending time with her family, friends, husband, and daughter. She also enjoys anything involving food and music.
Marilin Lourokis, LMFT
Director of Clinical Programs
Marilin is the Director of Clinical Programs. Marilin has been with Amanacer CCS for over 11 years. Along with her experiences managing communities’ project in different parts of the world, Marilin has an outstanding clinical training including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Trauma Focus Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Seeking Safety, Anger Management, Managing Adapting Practice, CPP, Crisis Management, among others. In her spare time, Marilin enjoys traveling, reading, and the company of her pets, friends, and family.
Miguel Ramirez-Luna, LCSW
Director of Community Based Programs
Miguel started with Amanecer in 2020 as a Children’s PEI Therapist. In 2022, Miguel transferred to the Intake Department, where he was part of the expansion and enhancement of the department, where new procedures for handling referrals were created and implemented. In 2023, Miguel was promoted to the Children’s PEI and Family Preservation Program Manager, where he worked alongside the Clinical Programs Management Team to develop and implement numerous policies and procedures, including re-establishing the Problem Solving Therapy Evidence Practice Model. He also did outreach work to establish relationships, improve the Family Preservation program, and increase referrals. Miguel is certified in Managing Adapting Practice, Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Seeking Safety, and ProAct.
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
CHAIR
Andres Contreras
CPLC Executive Vice President ,
Integrated Health, Social Services & Education
SECRETARY
Max Gonzales
CPLC Executive Vice President
Strategy & Relationship Management
TREASURER
Jesse Satterlee
CPLC Executive Vice President
& Chief Financial Officer
Alicia Nunez
CPLC President & CEO
Patricia Duarte
CPLC Executive Vice President
Home Ownership Initiatives
Nancy Lipman
CPLC Executive Vice President
Compliance, Risk & HR
Jose Martinez
CPLC Executive Vice President
Economic Development
Tomas Duran
Market President
CPLC California
Javier Hernandez
Herdz Tax Pros
Owner
Ana Hernandez
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