Gavin McHugh - They/Them

Grass Valley

Summary

Hi there! My name is Gavin. I am a trauma-informed, humanistic MFT intern with track record of effective advocacy and support; experienced in conducting thorough assessments and creating individualized care plans to meet participant needs. My experiences and clinical focus lies within harm reduction, queer community building, and child advocacy. Thank you for your consideration!

Work History

Case Manager

Yuba Harm Reduction Collective

Maintained accurate documentation on all cases, ensuring compliance with regulations and confidentiality requirements.
Conducted thorough assessments of client's situations, identifying issues, goals, and necessary interventions.
Educated clients on available programs, benefits, and services, empowering them to make informed decisions about their care needs.
Facilitated Medication Assisted Treatment
Acquired resources for HRT or other gender affirming care

Teacher's Aide

Bell Hill

Maintained safety and security by overseeing students in recess environments.
Supported classroom activities, tutoring, and reviewing work.
Encouraged small groups to discuss topics and explore concepts through hands-on activities.

Community Worker

CARE

Established strong rapport with clients through empathetic listening skills, leading to higher levels of trust between individuals served.
Promoted inclusivity by developing culturally sensitive programming tailored to meet the unique needs of diverse populations within the community.
Improved community engagement by organizing regular events and workshops focused on local issues.
Facilitated meaningful dialogue among diverse stakeholders, fostering greater understanding and collaboration among community members.

Resource Aid

Wayne State University

Provided on and off campus resources to students in need
Facilitated student engagement through group work, planned events, and online collaboration
Researched local and national services available to students in university

Education

Master of Arts - Marriage And Family Therapy

Brandman University

08-2026

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

Arizona State University

05-2024

Skills

Street-based collaboration

Gender affirming care

Crisis de-escalation

Trainings & Awards

Summa Cum Laude - Arizona State University
Opioid Overdose & Information Training - Know Overdose Coalition
Naloxone Training - Yuba Harm Reduction Collective

Timeline