Desirée Luerene Israel
LCSW-C, LICSW, LCSW, CBS
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My name is Desirée Israel
I'm a Black, fat, queer, femme, mother, partner, and licensed clinical social worker specializing in reproductive justice + mental health. With over 15 years of experience, I've dedicated my career to supporting birthing people, families, teens and birthworkers of the global majority from an abolitionist and liberatory lens.
MotherlandCo.
Founder + Clinical Director
MotherlandCo., LLC is a virtual mental health practice that specializes in reproductive concerns, racial trauma and life transitions for radical bodies who desire to heal
Perinatal Mental Health Alliance
for People of Color
Co-Founder
The Perinatal Mental Health Alliance for People of Color is a program within Postpartum Support International founded in 2017 to bridge the gap between providers of color and families of color
What I Offer
Speaking
I offer speaking services on important topics such as perinatal mental health, provider-wellbeing, and abolition social work education. My talks are informative, engaging, and thought-provoking.
Teaching + Facilitation
I offer a range of teaching and facilitation, including training providers on perinatal mental health and teaching in social work graduate programs, with a particular focus on the practicum experience. Additionally, I can facilitate workshops tailored to your specific topic, providing expert guidance and support to help you achieve your goals.
Curriculum Development
I specialize in curriculum development and can create engaging and informative content for support groups, mental health apps, courses, and other related services. Let me help you create a comprehensive and effective curriculum that meets your specific needs.
Clinical Supervision + Coaching
I provide clinical supervision and coaching for both individuals and organizations, catering to pre-licensed and established professionals who are interested in working in the fields of reproductive justice and mental health. With my guidance, you can develop the skills and knowledge necessary to excel in your career.
Research, Evaluation + Strategic Planning
Utilizing human-centered design principles, I offer qualitative inquiry, needs assessments, impact evaluation, theory of change development, and strategic planning to help you achieve your goals.