Naris Barmaksezian, ACSW, PPS
Registered Associate Clinical Social Worker
Pupil Personnel Services

Supervised by carlos moreno, LCSW (LCSW115286)

Hello! My name is Naris Barmaksezian, and I am a Registered Associate Clinical Social Worker (ACSW #116727) supervised by Carlos Moreno, LCSW (LCSW115286). Since I was two years old, I have considered San Diego my home. I received my bachelors in psychology from the University of San Diego and my master's of social work (MSW) degree and Pupil Personnel Services (PPS) credential from San Diego State University. I am passionate about helping children, adults, couples, and families reach their highest potential. 

In my free time, I love reading, walking, listening to podcasts, and trying out different restaurants and cafes in San Diego. I also enjoy watching classic movies and belting out my favorite oldies in the car.

Clinical Experience

I have years of experience working in San Diego schools as a mental health clinician and a school social worker. I also have experience working with young adults, particularly those who have neurodivergent traits, navigate life challenges and relational issues.

As a clinician, I have extensive experience working with school-aged children, adolescents, parents, and families in school and community-based settings, as well as young adults and adults for anxiety, autism, ADHD, depression, and trauma. I am experienced in providing motivational interviewing (MI), cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), trauma-focused cognitive-behavioral therapy (TF-CBT), and play therapy. I love working with individuals of all ages, as well as their families, to ensure that they receive the needed social-emotional support and resources to thrive and become the best versions of themselves.

Pronouns: she/her/hers

Languages: English

Location: Scripps ranch

Licensure

California - ACSW116727, expiration 7-31-26, Supervised by Carlos Moreno, LCSW

Education

Masters of Social Work (MSW)
Pupil Personnel Services Credential (PPSC)
San Diego State University, San Diego, CA

Bachelors of Art in Psychology
University of San Diego, San Diego, CA

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