Meet the Staff
Front Office Staff
Dr. Bettina Lee, Ed.D. (Dr. B)
DRC and PCC Director
Meetings By Appointment Only
CONTACT INFORMATION:
Email: leeb@smccd.edu
LANGUAGE(S):
- English
BIOGRAPHY:
Dr. B joined Cañada College on July 1st, 2020. Her career in education spans two decades of teaching and leadership in a variety of educational settings (e.g. charter school, high schools, hospital schools, group homes, home schools). She co-created a literacy program at UCLA Hospital, developed salary-point courses for faculty in the Los Angeles Unified School District, and started a nonprofit organization called Fors Humanitas in 2012 to mentor students and future educators.
Her experience in post-secondary settings include being an instructional specialist and professor at two community colleges in California – Mount San Antonio College and Oxnard College. Most recently, she was the Director of Accessibility and Disability Services at Dominican University of California. In addition to a doctorate in Educational Leadership and a master’s degree in Special Education, she is also studying to become a Certified Access Specialist. As a lifelong learner, she is dedicated to learning skills that will enhance her ability to play a positive role in social justice and accessibility.
PCC DUTIES:
Supervises staff, advises for DRCSA, and assists with DRC Counseling duties.
Fall 2023 Work Schedule:
- Mondays: 8am to 12:30pm (virtual)
- Tuesdays: 11am to 7pm
- Wednesdays: 9am to 7pm (virtual)
- Thursdays: 9am to 6pm (virtual)
- Fridays: 9am to 5pm
Zoom Info:
Meeting ID: 961 2298 8509
Passcode: 280706
Afsaneh Salim
Office Assistant II PCC and Health Center
Meetings By Appointment Only
CONTACT INFORMATION:
Email: salima@smccd.edu
LANGUAGE(S):
- English
- Farsi
BIOGRAPHY:
- TBA
Fall 2023 Work Schedule:
- Mondays: 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm
- Tuesdays: 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm
- Wednesdays: 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm
- Thursdays: 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm
- Fridays: 9:00 am to 12:00 pm (remote)
Zoom Info:
Meeting ID: 394 824 9621
Ingrid Martinez
Office Assistant II
Meetings By Appointment Only
CONTACT INFORMATION:
Email: martinezi@smccd.edu
LANGUAGE(S):
- English
- Spanish
BIOGRAPHY:
- TBA
Duties:
- Scheduling appointments for staff
- Scheduling proctoring appointments
- Processing new applications
- Processing Release of Information requests
Fall 2023 Work Schedule:
Out October 19 to 24
- Mondays: 8:30am-5pm
- Tuesdays: 8:30am-5pm
- Wednesdays: 8:30am-5pm
- Thursdays: 8:30am-5pm
- Fridays: 8:30am-2:30pm (remote)
Zoom Info:
Enter Ingrid Martinez's Zoom room here.
Meeting ID: 684 741 2175
Personal Counselors
Marcos Chacon Jr.
Personal Counselor and PCC Coordinator
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
LMFT #103651
Meetings By Appointment Only
CONTACT INFORMATION:
Email: chaconm@smccd.edu
LANGUAGE(S):
- English
- Spanish
BIOGRAPHY:
Marcos Chacon Jr. is a Licensed and Marriage and Family Therapist. For the past 15 years, Marcos has provided mental health services to youth and families in San Mateo County and Alameda County through his work at different community-based organizations. For the past years 8 years Marcos has worked at San Mateo County Behavioral Health and Recovery Services providing services to justice related youth and their families in both the community and the Youth Services Center including individual and family therapy.
Marcos's clinical interests include trauma treatment, attachment and delivering trauma-informed and culturally respectful mental health services. Marcos is a trainer of the Neurosequential model of Therapeutics created by Dr. Bruce Perry. The Neurosequential model of therapeutics is a developmentally-informed, biologically-respectful approach to working with at-risk youth.
Marcos obtained a Bachelor's Degree in Psychology from San Francisco State University
and a Masters in Counseling from California State University East Bay.
Marcos is looking forward to joining the personal counseling staff and being a resource
to the students at Canada.
In his free time, Marcos enjoys cooking, playing piano/keyboards, drumming and attending Jazz Concerts. Marcos was born and raised in San Francisco to parents from El Salvador. Marcos speaks both English and Spanish has provided therapy in both languages.
Fall 2023 Work Schedule:
Out September 7th.
- Monday: 10:00 am to 5:30 pm
- Tuesday: 9:30 am to 4:00 pm
- Wednesday: 8:45 am to 5:45 pm
- Thursday: 9:00 am to 5:30 pm
Zoom Info:
- Zoom Link: Enter Marco's Zoom Room
- Meeting ID: 713 765 7874
Hedwig de Ocampo
Personal Counselor
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
LMFT #46182
Meetings By Appointment Only
CONTACT INFORMATION:
Email: decampoh@smccd.edu
LANGUAGE(S):
- English
BIOGRAPHY:
Hedwig de Ocampo, ( She/ her/ sa kanya)
Hedwig de Ocampo is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist specializing in Expressive Art from John F. Kennedy. Hedwig then continued to procure her Pupil Personnel Services Certification at San Jose State University. For the past 20 years, Hedwig has provided mental health services to 0-5 and parents, children, youth, and youth transition to adults, adults, and families throughout California from school-based, community-based, home visits and clinics.
Hedwig’s clinical training and experiences have taught her how to embrace the importance of cultural humility, relationships, and connection. Her work with children, families, and adults who've struggled with depression, anxiety, developmental issues/challenges, transitions, losses, daily stressors, regulatory issues, sensory issues, learning differences, behavioral challenges, and special needs continues to have an openness and humility to work with many diverse populations.
“When we are presented with challenging transitions like work, school, relationships, parenting, identity, and loss in every phase of life. These experiences may create a feeling of stuckness, depression, anxiety, and fear. It’s not easy to manage these transitions; sometimes we need some support to regulate and relation. “
Hedwig’s therapeutic approach is eclectic from Humanistic, reflective listening, mindfulness, practical coaching, coping skills, directive, DBT, CBT, attachment, behavioral, narrative, play therapy, expressive art, and movement.
Hedwig is an alumnus of Canada College and is excited to join to Canada College Personal Counseling Team to assist the students in their journey.
In her free time, Hedwig enjoys spending time with her three children, husband, family, and friends, dancing, and exploring new places. Spending quality time with her elder parents she continues to practice her native culture at home
Fall 2023 Work Schedule:
Out September 25th
- 1st and 3rd Mondays: 10:35 am to 6:00 pm (virtual)
- 2nd and 4th Monday: 10:00 am to 2:00 pm in person; 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm (virtual)
- Tuesday: 5:00 pm to 7:30 pm (virtual)
- Wednesday: 5:00 pm to 7:30 pm (virtual)
Zoom Info:
- Zoom Link:Enter Hedwigs Zoom Room
- Zoom ID: 633 049 2934
Personal Counselor Trainees
Jorge Vidarte
Personal Counselor Trainee
Supervised by Marcos Chacon Jr.
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
LMFT CA #103651
Meetings By Appointment Only
CONTACT INFORMATION:
Email: vidartej@smccd.edu
LANGUAGE(S):
- Spanish
- English
BIOGRAPHY:
I am Jorge Vidarte. I am currently an MFT trainee at Personal Counseling Center. I have a vast experience working with youth, adults and immigrants providing case management and counseling.
I have been working in the field of social service and mental health for the last 16 years in the USA and Canada.
My clinical interest is to work with youth, families and adults and using a holistic and eclectic approach to help them handle their problems. I obtained my B.A in Psychology from Garcilazo University in Lima, Peru and I am currently completing my training to become a family therapist from Notre Dame de Namur University.
I am fluent in English and Spanish.
In my free time I like to spend time with family and friends, traveling, watching movies, listening music and dance.
Fall 2023 Work Schedule:
Out Till November 2023
Zoom Info:
- tba
Leslie Liu
Personal Counselor Trainee
Supervised by Marcos Chacon Jr.
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
LMFT CA #103651
Meetings By Appointment Only
CONTACT INFORMATION:
Email:liuleslie@smccd.edu
LANGUAGE(S):
- English
BIOGRAPHY:
Hello all, my name is Leslie and I am a PCC trainee working towards my MFT/LPCC license. I got my undergraduate degree in Economics from UC Berkeley and am currently a graduate student (Clinical Psychology) at NDNU. When I decided to pivot into this field, I took psychology classes at Skyline College and College of San Mateo. Since I loved my experience as a student, I wanted to work within the district counseling students. I have worked with homeless people, individuals with severe mental illness, and now I am excited to work with you all. I enjoy singing, dancing, painting, and hiking in my free time. As a first generation Asian American, I am passionate about working with people of color. Looking forward to supporting YOU in the future!
Fall 2023 Work Schedule:
Out on 9/5/23
- Tuesday: 9:30 am to 3:30 pm
- Wednesday: 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
- Thursday: 9:30 am to 5:00 pm
Zoom Info:
Leslie Liu's Personal Meeting Room
Meeting ID: 848 548 7774
Alexa Padilla
Personal Counselor Trainee
Supervised by Marcos Chacon Jr.
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
LMFT CA #103651
Meetings By Appointment Only
CONTACT INFORMATION:
Email:padillaa@smccd.edu
LANGUAGE(S):
- Spanish
- English
BIOGRAPHY:
Hey there! My name is Alexa but you can also call me Lex. I am a trainee here at the PCC working towards my LPCC. I was a former SMCCD student myself and completed the remainder of my undergrad at UC Santa Barbara majoring in Sociology and minoring in Clinical Psychology. I am currently a graduate student at San Francisco State University where I am specializing in College and Clinical Mental Health Counseling. I have years of experience working in high schools and in colleges as an advisor in San Francisco and South San Francisco. I have also worked in the field of behavioral health as both a coordinator and therapist assisting clients in Applied Behavior Analysis. My clinical interest is around a multicultural and social justice lens, working with transitional-aged youth (TAY), and first-generation college students.
Growing up in the Bay Area I am passionate about working in my community and participating in local groups to either assist with needs or give back in ways that I can. I enjoy connecting with the community and my Latino culture in art and dance by participating in my local cultural centers. I have a love for books and music in almost every genre.
I look forward to supporting you in the future!
Fall 2023 Work Schedule:
- Monday: 9:00 am to 12:00 pm
- Wednesday: 9:00 am to 5:30 pm
- Thursday: 9:00 am to 5:30 pm
Zoom Info:
Alexa Padilla's Personal Meeting Room
Meeting ID: 366 112 9431
Student Assistants
Sergio Chiquete Castro
Technical Assistant for PCC & DRC
Meetings By Appointment Only
Contact information:
Email:
Language(s):
- English
- Spanish
Biography:
Hello everyone, My name is Sergio, I am currently a student at Cañada College pursuing a degree in Communications as well as Computer Science, and I will be graduating Spring 2024. I am passionate about the world of technology and would like to pursue a career that helps make technology accessible to all. I am also passionate about photography, I enjoy a nice view, especially the snow. I'm eagerly looking forward to exploring the various technological opportunities offered by PCC, with the hope of acquiring valuable skills that will guide me in determining my future career path.
Duties:
- Assisting with website management and marketing
Fall 2023 Schedule:
- Monday: 10:00 am - 12:00 pm and 1:00 - 4:00 pm (in person)
- Tuesdays: 12:00 - 5:00 pm (in person)
- Wednesdays: 10:00 am - 12:00 pm and 1:00 - 4:00 pm (in person)
- Thursday: 12:00 - 5:00 pm (in person)
Zoom Info:
Francesca Re Fraschini
Technical Assistant for PCC & DRC
Meetings By Appointment Only
Contact Information:
Email:
Language(s):
- English
- Italian
- Spanish
- French
Biography:
Hello everyone!
My name is Francesca, and I am an international student from Italy. In October 2021,
I graduated in language mediation from the University of Milan, Italy. After that,
I decided to start a new adventure here at Cañada College, where I am pursuing a marketing
certificate of achievement. I am passionate about studying languages and learning
new abilities. Nice to meet you all!
Duties:
- Assist in marketing duties:
- website management
- creating flyers for events
Fall 2023 Schedule
- Mondays: 2: 00 to 5:00 pm (in-person)
- Wednesdays: 2:00 to 5:00 pm (online)
- Thursdays: 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm (in-person)
- Fridays: 2:00 to 5:00 pm (in-person)
ZoomInfo: