Widlyne Lopez

Experienced Social Worker with over 15 years of professional experience in child welfare, foster care, and community-based behavioral health. Highly skilled in clinical assessment, diagnosis, treatment planning, crisis intervention, and care coordination. Known for providing ethical, culturally responsive, and trauma-informed care to diverse populations.

Registered Clinical Social Work Intern → LCSW at Breakthrough Care and Resource Center, Inc. (2021-08 – Present)

• Provide individual psychotherapy and clinical services across intern and licensed roles.
• Conduct biopsychosocial assessments, treatment planning, and crisis interventions.
• Transitioned into LCSW role in January 2026, assuming full clinical responsibility.
• Proven track record of improving client mental health and wellbeing.
• Experienced in crisis intervention and conflict resolution strategies.
• Strong ability to build rapport and trust with clients quickly.
• Trained in evidence-based practices for measurable results.
• Dedicated to continuous professional development and training.
• Collaborative approach with multidisciplinary teams for holistic care.
• Passionate about empowering clients to achieve their goals.

Transitioning Youth Specialist at Our Kids of Miami-Dade/Citrus Family Care Network (2011-10 – Present)

• Empower youth to achieve independence and self-sufficiency.
• Develop tailored transition plans for diverse youth needs.
• Complete detailed court reports and treatment summaries for submission and presentation in court proceedings, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely documentation.
• Conduct monthly home visits to assess client safety, stability, progress toward goals, and ongoing service needs.
• Provide mentorship that fostered personal growth and resilience.
• Utilize data-driven strategies to track progress and outcomes.
• Advocate for youth rights, ensuring access to essential services.
• Create engaging programs that increase youth participation.
• Receive accolades for innovative approaches in youth development.

Family Finding Specialist at Our Kids of Miami-Dade/Monroe, Inc. (2009-03 – 2011-10)

• Expertly connected families, enhancing child welfare outcomes.
• Utilized innovative strategies to locate hard-to-find relatives.
• Developed personalized engagement plans for each family.
• Collaborated with social workers to streamline family reunification.
• Trained in trauma-informed care to support emotional needs.
• Implemented data-driven approaches for effective outreach.
• Recognized for excellence in family engagement and support initiatives.

Master of Arts in Social Work (MSW) – University of Central Florida (2016-09 – 2019-05)

Bachelor of Arts in Social Work (BSW) – Florida International University (2004-09 – 2005-05)

Associate of Arts in AA – Miami Dade College (2002-09 – 2004-05)