Aftan Archer-Cox is a dedicated clinical social worker and therapist, holding an MSW and LCSW, with extensive experience in addressing severe mental illnesses, trauma, suicidality, personality disorders, depressive disorders, grief, and anxiety. She has successfully worked with diverse groups, including grieving children, the LGBTQ+ community, families facing legal and mental health challenges, and adults navigating grief. Aftan provides mitigation services and individual therapy for those affected by incarceration, offering support from a strengths-based perspective. With training in Motivational Interviewing, Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, she utilizes a collaborative approach to treatment planning and therapy. As a lifelong learner, Aftan continues to explore the impact of trauma on the body and effective therapies to assist her clients. Her compassion and commitment to advocating for her clients make her a valued ally on their journey, recognizing the worth and significance of each person's story.