Supporting Survivors of Trauma & Owning Our Own Narratives with Jessica Ramirez, LMSW

Jessica Ramirez, LMSW (she/her/ella) is a bilingual Licensed Master Social Worker with over 20 years of experience in trauma-informed care. She has dedicated her career to working within BIPOC communities, particularly in Western Queens, where she has been a strong advocate for equitable mental health resources. Jessica is a clinician with Mount Sinai Hospital’s Sexual Assault and Violence Intervention (SAVI) program, where she specializes in providing trauma informed care to survivors of gender-based violence. She also serves as a clinician at The Sandoval CoLab, offering integrative support to individuals navigating symptoms of PTSD, anxiety, depression and the impact of generational trauma. Additionally, Jessica cohosts retreats at The Sandoval CoLab that promote mental wellness and holistic healing. Her professional journey was shaped by her early work with HIV/AIDS patients at Elmhurst Hospital Center, extensive volunteer experience, and lived experiences as a first-generation Colombian-American. In addition to her clinical work, Jessica is a contributing author in LatinX Vol. III, where she shares her experiences with trauma, resilience,and healing. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology from St. John’s University and a Master of Social Work from Fordham University. After completing post-graduate studies in integrative trauma treatment, she is currently working toward her LCSW licensure.Jessica joined the podcast to discuss her experiences in working with survivors of trauma, and how her own narrative of trauma, resilience and healing, have informed and inspired her work in the field. To learn more about Jessica you can follow her on Instagram @that_latina_therapist