Penelope Yates is a licensed social worker with over 5 years of experience working with children, families, and adults. She has worked in school-based behavioral health clinics, outpatient mental health clinics, music therapy centers, and for organizations assisting those with autism and substance abuse issues. Her experience includes providing individual, family, and group therapy using various evidence-based models as well as case management, intake assessments, and facilitating support groups. She is fluent in Spanish and has published on substance abuse treatment approaches.