Jessie Fradenburg is a Clinical Master of Social Work Intern at Healing Pathways Foundation. As a final-year graduate student specializing in trauma-informed care and social work policy, she is dedicated to supporting children and families through compassionate, person-centered, and strengths-based practice. Their professional background includes case management, behavioral health services, and disability advocacy, with experience supporting children and families across community-based and clinical settings. Through this work, they have developed a strong foundation in psychosocial assessment, care coordination, crisis support, and strengths-based intervention.

Passionate about working with children and families, Jessie believes in meeting people where they are with empathy, dignity, and humility. Their approach is rooted in trauma-informed and person-centered care, recognizing the impact that systemic barriers, life experiences, and social environments can have on overall well-being. They are especially committed to helping individuals navigate complex systems, access meaningful resources, and build on their existing strengths to foster resilience and long-term healing.

As an emerging social worker, Jessie values collaboration, advocacy, and ethical practice. Their goal is to empower individuals and families to overcome hardship, sustain healing, and create pathways toward stability, safety, and self-determination.