Lived Experience Expert
Patty's unique insights and perspectives are invaluable, and she provides consultation on research regarding foster care issues for academics, including professors and graduate students, foundations, nonprofits, and industry. Contact Patty to collaborate on your groundbreaking research projects aimed at improving the foster care system. She can consult on all stages of research, from problem formulation to disseminating results. By partnering with her, she can help shape policies, influence practices, and contribute to meaningful change. Lived experience representation in the research enterprise related to foster care is critical. Patty is excited to join you in making a difference and ensuring that future generations of foster youth receive the support and opportunities they deserve. Let’s work together to create a brighter future!
Research
Patty has extensive experience conducting research in collaboration with professors, graduate students, and administrators across the nation. Her research expertise encompasses a wide range of areas, including foster youth, immigrants, incarcerated youth, linguistics, mental health, Latin America, LGBTQ youth, and anti-racist practices and principles within institutions. Additionally, Patty has served as a community advisor to graduate students and has played a pivotal role in data collection and research.
Patty is a seasoned research and development consultant. Her consulting services are invaluable to mental health counselors working with diverse populations, including foster youth, incarcerated individuals, and immigrants. Patty’s extensive lived experience, professional background, and educational training equip her to offer insights that enhance the support provided to these communities. She delivers research and consulting services to professionals across various fields who serve marginalized groups.
Mentorship
Patty Flores offers mentorship to youth and adults, guiding them in their educational, personal, and career journeys. She also provides clinical research consulting services to undergraduate and graduate students, agencies, universities, government entities, and researchers. Her services encompass support with academic assignments, resource allocation, research and development consulting, as well as personal and career guidance.
Let's Collaborate
Engage Patty as your consultant to guide and support your research and career development. Patty excels in brainstorming and developing ideas that foster inclusivity and social justice. She has extensive experience evaluating trauma-informed practices and curricula, utilizing various frameworks and theoretical approaches. Additionally, Patty has authored scholarly articles and op-eds aimed at informing, educating, and reaching a diverse audience. Her research and consulting services are meticulously tailored to meet the specific and unique needs of the participants and populations served.
