Ayana DaSilva

Ayana DaSilva

Lecturer/Coordinator of Field Education
School of Pharmacy and Health Sciences

CONTACT INFORMATION

Office Location: 230 Park Avenue, M-SP1-01

Courses

  • Introduction to Sociology

Education

  • BA, Rider University
  • MSW, Kean University

Academic Profile

Ayana DaSilva is a licensed clinical social worker and brings over 11 years of direct practice experience and expertise in social emotional health and trauma recovery. She is certified in infant massage, promoting healthy bonding and attachment. Ayana is also an experienced instructor and trainer who has worked to advance the knowledge and skills of both students and mental health practitioners.  In addition to teaching MSW courses, she will be working as the Coordinator of Field Education which will allow the program to continue to work closely with students during fieldwork.

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