Coalition Meeting

At this months meeting we will be joined by 2 guest speakers, Marcy Scott and Ruben Lara.

Marcy Scott, LSCSW, is a Therapist Supervisor with the Behavioral Health Consultation-Liaison Service at Stormont Vail Health’s main hospital. She earned both her Bachelor and Master of Social Work degrees from Washburn University and has more than 25 years of experience in behavioral health, crisis intervention, medical social work, community mental health, and child welfare. Her areas of expertise include suicide risk assessment, trauma-informed care, and the integration of behavioral health services within hospital settings.

In addition to her role at Stormont Vail, Marcy works part-time at a community mental health center providing crisis assessments and support for individuals experiencing psychiatric emergencies. Marcy is passionate about mentoring other therapists, strengthening clinical practices, and improving patient care.

Ruben Lara, LSCSW, is a Licensed Clinical Therapist with the Behavioral Health Consultation-Liaison Service at Stormont Vail Health’s main hospital. He earned his bachelor’s degree in Sociology from Baker University in Baldwin City, KS, and his Master of Social Work from Azusa Pacific University in Azusa, CA. Ruben brings 13 years of experience across behavioral health, forensic social work, case management, medical social work, crisis intervention, community mental health, and private practice.

In addition to his role at Stormont Vail Health, Ruben works part-time as a Crisis Clinician at a community mental health center, providing crisis services to children, adolescents, and adults. He also maintains a part-time private practice, utilizing evidence-based approaches including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and strengths-based interventions. Ruben is passionate about serving and advocating for the LGBTQIA+ and Hispanic communities, with a focus on addressing the unique mental health challenges and barriers these groups may experience. He is committed to reducing stigma, increasing access to mental health services, and advocating for individuals and families seeking the mental health support they need.