Priscilla C. Cortez

Priscilla Cortez, MSW '12, works with individuals and groups to develop strengths-based partnerships with the community and to increase personal wellness in everyday practice. Cortez is passionate about working with trauma-focused groups and immigrant youth and families. A Texas native, who found her passion working with refugee and homeless populations, has come to appreciate the diversity in cross-cultural and geographic differences of the Midwest. She is currently serving in Detroit as a licensed clinical social worker in CMH, working with individuals and groups addressing trauma-related symptoms.