Behavioral Health Counseling Services Interns

BHCS Interns
Alana (A.J.) Lewison, ASW : BHCS Intern III

Alana (A.J.) Lewison, ASW

BHCS Intern III

Originally from Placerville, California, AJ came to San Diego ten years ago to attend college. Following a brief career in fundraising for the San Diego Symphony and UC San Diego, AJ received a master’s degree in Social Work at Cal State San Marcos. AJ is passionate about counseling, social justice, and intersectionality. Previous social work experience includes case management at the Domestic Violence Program at CRC, and the Postpartum Health Alliance. They are currently working for both Palomar Community College and Community Research Foundation in therapeutic roles for young adults.

ASW #103737

Alison Ratermann, ASW : BHCS Intern II

Alison Ratermann, ASW

BHCS Intern II

Alison is a recent graduate from San Diego State University's MSW program and previous intern at Palomar's BHCS. She obtained a BA in Psychology and in Communications at UC Davis. She has a background in providing services to under-served and under-represented populations in the struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, and substance use in the San Diego County area. She is passionate about mental health advocacy and in providing support to students through their college journey.

ASW #117550

Decilia Dahlin : BHCS Intern I

Decilia Dahlin

BHCS Intern I

Decilia is currently completing her final year in the Master of Social Work (MSW) program at California State University, San Marcos. She began her academic journey at Community College and went on to earn a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Sociology from the University of San Diego. Her prior experience in social work includes case management for individuals experiencing homelessness and leading social-emotional learning groups for youth. Decilia is deeply committed to reducing the stigma surrounding mental health care, advocating for social justice, and integrating animal therapy into clinical practice.

Sydney Eisenberg : BHCS Intern I

Sydney Eisenberg

BHCS Intern I

Sydney Eisenberg is a current Master in Social Work (MSW) graduate student at San Diego State University. She received her BA in Psychology from the University of Michigan with minors in Education for Empowerment and Writing. Sydney has a background working with young adults who experience anxiety, depression, and the impacts of trauma. She is passionate about supporting individuals in periods of life transition and exploring relationship concerns. Sydney utilizes a person-centered approach and looks forward to working alongside college students navigating a new chapter of growth.

Daisy Resendiz : BHCS Intern I

Daisy Resendiz

BHCS Intern I

Daisy Resendiz is a current graduate student at California State University, San Marcos, pursuing her Master of Social Work (MSW) degree. She obtained her undergraduate degree with a BA in Psychology and minor in Political Science at California State University, San Marcos. With a solid foundation in grief counseling, Daisy is deeply committed to advocacy, empowerment, and cultural humility. Her passion for helping others is evident in her approach to social work, as she strives to create meaningful, inclusive solutions that respect and uplift diverse communities.