About Grace Berman
Licensed Clinical Social Worker specializing in adolescent mental health, technology ethics, and evidence-based interventions.
Background
I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over a decade of experience working with adolescents, families, and schools. My practice focuses on helping teens navigate anxiety, depression, social challenges, and the complex intersection of technology and mental health.
Throughout my career, I've worked in outpatient clinics, school-based settings, and private practice. I've trained educators, developed mental health curricula, and consulted with organizations implementing youth mental health programs.
In recent years, I've become increasingly focused on the ethical implications of AI and digital tools in mental health care. As these technologies become more prevalent, especially in youth services, we need clear frameworks for responsible implementation that prioritize safety, privacy, and clinical effectiveness.
Credentials & Training
License
Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)
Education
Master of Social Work (MSW)
Specialization
Adolescent Mental Health
Training
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Training
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
Training
Trauma-Informed Care
Focus Area
AI Ethics in Mental Health
Focus Area
School-Based Interventions
My Approach
I believe in practical, evidence-based interventions that make sense in the real world. Theory matters, but what matters more is whether something actually helps when a parent is worried about their teen at 11pm or when a school counselor is managing a crisis on campus.
My resources focus on what you can implement immediately, whether you're a parent trying to open communication with a withdrawn teen or a clinician developing a school-based screening program.
When it comes to AI and technology, I take a cautiously optimistic stance. These tools have potential, but we need rigorous ethical frameworks, especially when working with vulnerable populations. I'm interested in helping professionals navigate this landscape thoughtfully rather than either wholesale adoption or complete rejection.
Areas of Focus
Adolescent Mental Health
I work with teens experiencing anxiety, depression, social challenges, and the typical struggles of adolescence that sometimes become clinical concerns. I help families understand when to worry, when to wait, and when to seek professional support.
Technology & Mental Health
Social media, AI chatbots, mental health apps, and digital communication have fundamentally changed adolescence. I help both families and professionals navigate this landscape, understanding benefits and risks without moral panic or naive optimism.
AI Ethics
As AI tools enter mental health settings, we need clear ethical guidelines. I develop frameworks for responsible implementation, focusing on consent, privacy, clinical oversight, and the unique vulnerabilities of youth populations.
School-Based Programs
Schools are often the front line of youth mental health. I help districts implement evidence-based screening, tiered interventions, and crisis protocols that actually work within the constraints of educational settings.
Professional Training
I provide training and consultation for clinicians, educators, and organizations working with adolescents. Topics range from clinical interventions to technology ethics to program implementation.
Speaking & Consultation
I speak at conferences, provide training for schools and mental health organizations, and consult on program development. Topics include:
- Ethical implementation of AI in youth mental health services
- Evidence-based school mental health programs
- Supporting anxious and depressed adolescents
- Technology, social media, and teen development
- Parent-teen communication strategies
- Trauma-informed practice with adolescents
For speaking inquiries or consultation requests, please reach out through the contact form.
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