Ljubica “Jibby” Ciric, PsyD.  has completed bachelors in Public Health, masters in Mental Health Counseling, and doctorates in Psychology. Her passion is bringing healing to others and promoting not only individual health, but improving the welfare of the community.

Her background work reflects her passion. Among other positions, Ljubica worked as a mental health professional at the correctional facility and intervention therapist for victims of natural disaster. In her current role as Senior Director, Strategic Impact for Center for Child Counseling, Ljubica play a role in shaping and executing the strategic direction of the Palm Beach County-based nonprofit, including a focus on organizational and program development, expansion, and funding.  In her previous role as a Vice President of Child and Family Mental Health Services, Ljubica oversees Community Partners of South Florida clinical programs. Ljubica also educated and trained mental health professionals entering the field, as well as created and managed innovative programs related to inclusion of the most at risk communities in Palm Beach County.

Ljubica completed project management degree and created multiple programs such as trauma team and intake department. As a master’s graduate, Ljubica spend time in Europe working on after war relief in former Yugoslavia. Ljubica also held seminars in Europe, education on effects of trauma on socio-emotional, neurological, and physical development. She is also a former member of Palm Beach Medical Society Services Board. Ljubica’s commitment and dedication stems from young age, as a member of Serbian National Track and Field Team.