Aseel Ross

I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and Behavioral Health Program Manager with over a decade of experience leading clinical teams, strengthening systems of care, and providing compassionate, evidence-based treatment. My work spans direct psychotherapy, program development, crisis response, and cross-agency collaboration within complex behavioral health, forensic, and child-welfare settings.

I specialize in supporting individuals and families through trauma, life transitions, high-conflict dynamics, and personal growth. As a leader, I am committed to shaping programs that improve access, enhance quality of care, and build strong, empowered teams. I bring a balance of clinical expertise, operational leadership, and a deep passion for helping people reclaim stability, connection, and resilience.

I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and Behavioral Health Program Manager with extensive experience across mental health, forensic settings, and child welfare systems. My background includes delivering psychotherapy to individuals and families, leading clinical and administrative teams, and managing complex behavioral health programs within county, correctional, and community environments.

I have overseen multidisciplinary teams, developed and implemented program workflows, coordinated care for high-needs populations, and collaborated closely with courts, law enforcement, medical staff, and county leadership. My work also includes crisis assessment, treatment planning, utilization management, and ensuring continuity of care for vulnerable populations, including incarcerated individuals and individuals with serious mental illness.

In addition to leadership and operational oversight, I maintain a strong clinical foundation through my private practice, providing trauma-informed therapy, coaching, and wellness services. My professional approach is grounded in integrity, compassion, cultural humility, and a commitment to creating systems that enhance access, quality of care, and long-term positive outcomes.

I hold a Master’s degree in Couples and Family Therapy from Alliant International University in San Diego and a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology and Arabic Studies from National University. My graduate training provided a strong clinical foundation in systemic therapy, trauma-informed care, and evidence-based practices. I am licensed by the California Board of Behavioral Sciences as a Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and hold national certification as a Certified Correctional Health Professional (CCHP), enhancing my expertise in behavioral health within correctional and forensic environments.