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In 2020, she graduated from Marshall University with her Social Work degree. ?She obtained her master's degree in Social Work from Concord University in 2021.

Ms. Lydia Freeman

Mrs. Freeman has worked with adolescents and adults in the mental health field for three years. In 2020, she graduated from Marshall University with her Social Work degree.  She obtained her master's degree in Social Work from Concord University in 2021. Before coming to 91Ó°Ôº, Mrs. Freeman worked as a therapist and social worker for Branches Domestic Violence Shelter. In her free time, she works with her husband to take care of the many animals on their farm. 
 
Summary of Responsibilities
♦Conducting bio-psychosocial assessments and social histories
♦Assessing students for substance use, support systems, physical and emotional functioning, barriers to academic performance, peer issues, suicidal/homicidal ideation, and similar issues
♦Providing direct therapeutic services such as individual or group therapy regarding specific issues
♦Providing crisis management services, including assessing for safety 
♦Advocating for student services and students’ best interests
♦Providing case management services including, but not limited to, referrals to community resources, collaboration with other professionals, providing training and workshops to teachers, school staff and parents 
♦Conducting home visits 
♦Contributing to a multidisciplinary treatment team