Department of Social Work and Social Ecology

Terrence J. Forrester, LCSW

Welcome students and friends!

My name is Terrence Forrester LCSW, and I am an Associate Professor in the Department of Social Work and Social Ecology. Also, I serve as the Director of Field Education, Title VI-E Coordinator, and Co-Coordinator for the Mental Health Proposition 63 Program.

I received my undergraduate degree in psychology from the University of Cincinnati followed by a master’s degree in social work from the University of Louisville. Subsequently, I received post graduate training in management, supervision, and family therapy.

My career in social work started in 1973 providing in-home services to children who were abused and neglected. Since that time, I have worked in a variety of both management and clinical settings focusing on high-risk youth and families.

I have a strong interest in the area of clinical supervision and have been involved in teaching both classes and seminars to students and licensed clinicians. Currently, I am co-authoring a study on the quality of supervision that students experience in practicum settings.

Community involvement is an integral part of my work. I serve on a number of local and statewide committees including the Child Welfare Training Academy, Mental Health Services Statewide Committee, California Field Directors, and the Title IV-E Project Coordinators.

My work on various committees is complemented by my teaching a weekly advanced clinical seminar class as well as a class in supervision. Further, I frequently lecture in the community on various issues relating to supervision.

I’ve been married over 20 years and have am the proud father of a young son who keeps me active and humble.

My teaching philosophy is reflected in the words of the late Arthur Ashe: "From what you get you make a giving, from what you give you make a life."

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1898 Business Center Drive, San Bernardino, CA 92408
Room 207

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