Dr. Barros holds her Ph.D. in Counseling and Psychology and her Master of Education degree in Mental Health Counseling with a Graduate Certificate in Forensic Services. Joanne is a licensed mental health counselor and a certified correctional health professional. She is currently the Statewide Director of Jail and Arrest Diversion Initiatives for the Department of Mental Health. Joanne has almost 20 years of experience working in community and forensic settings. She is also an instructor and curriculum developer for multiple subject matters for the MPTC (Municipal Police Training Committee). Joanne was also previously actively involved with CISM (Critical Incident Stress Management) teams.
