Hi, I’m Nefertiti Khemet Goudjayi, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). I want to spread the support and love I received as a child to other youth, so that they have a chance to grow!
I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW. I have worked in community mental health for over ten years and decided to start my own center to use my education and experience to support my community. My goal is to be part of the solution to end the School-To-Prison Pipeline and reduce the recidivism rate of African American youth in Sacramento.
Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
my Experience
I have lived in Sacramento since I was in middle school. The middle school I attended was called John Morse and my highschool experience was at Hiram Johnson West Campus. I graduated from Wheelock College for my undergrad and California State University, Sacramento in 2016 with my Masters. My family and I are very close and they have been an integral piece to my success. My mother started a clinic with other Sacramento providers and I became certified as a Medical Assistant in their clinic. Since then, I have continued the tradition of working in non-profit community centers. I have worked for over ten years in the mental health field. During my career I have also worked in LGBTQ friendly spaces and identify as queer myself. Most of my career has been spent learning about the effects of trauma on youth and their families. I have had training in CBT, DBT, Narrative Therapy, Exposure Therapy, and TF-CBT. For a full history of my work experience, see the linkedin and Resume links below.
the board
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Chief Financial Officer
Has worked in the non-profit field for the majority of their career, providing community health services to women and children.
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Board Member
Is a small business owner and provides community health and wellness services to the Queer community.
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Board Member
Is an LCSW with their own practice, providing mental health counseling to children and adults. Has managerial experience in providing trauma focused in-patient care. Passionate about community building and working to support the growth of small businesses.
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Board Member
Is a dedicated community advocate currently working in the social work field in county mental health for the homeless and dual-diagnosed.
Mission
To engage with the African American community and provide access to affordable mental health care and case management services. Reduce incarceration and recidivism rates for black children, using restorative justice principles.
vision
We envision that we can bring healing to the communities of marginalized and disempowered people, including queer people, by using the principles of Restorative Justice: relationship, respect, responsibility, repair, and reintegration.
values
Connection
Building connections between community members in order to create a safety net for youth
Community
Knowing that the strength of the community is the strength of the youth
Compassion
Knowing that you are cared for by the people who provide you services
Knowing that services are offered by providers who understand aspects of your culture, so you can focus on what matters
Cultural competence
We are committed to serving the underserved communities and our target population is youth involved with the Juvenile Justice System, or at risk of incarceration or of recidivism.