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Gina Perez, Psy.D.

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Gina Perez, Psy.D.

Chief Operating Officer and President, Psy.D. in Pasadena, California

"Healing happens when support is consistent and community is strong."

Gina Perez, Psy.D.

20+ years experience
Advocate with L.A. County and statewide organizations

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About Gina Perez, Chief Operating Officer and President at HillsidesCares

Gina Perez has spent more than 23 years working to strengthen mental health systems, with a strong focus on prevention and early intervention services. As President and Chief Operating Officer at Hillsides, she oversees the organization’s daily operations and helps guide programs and initiatives that reflect the mission and values of HillsidesCares. In addition to her leadership role, Gina has spent years advocating alongside Los Angeles County and statewide organizations to improve access to compassionate mental health support. She is passionate about fostering empathy, understanding, and comprehensive care for individuals, children, and families in need.

Meet the HillsidesCares team

Andrew Hernandez, MPA

Senior Director, Campus Based Services

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Casey Meinster, LMFT

Division Chief, Campus Based Services

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Stacey Roth, LCSW

Chief Executive Officer

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Gina Perez, PsyD

Chief Operating Officer and President

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Andrew Hernandez, MPA

Senior Director, Campus Based Services

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Andrew Hernandez, MPA

Senior Director, Campus Based Services

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Andrew Hernandez, MPA

Senior Director, Campus Based Services

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Andrew Hernandez, MPA

Senior Director, Campus Based Services

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Andrew Hernandez, MPA

Senior Director, Campus Based Services

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Andrew Hernandez, MPA

Senior Director, Campus Based Services

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“I like to meet our clients where they are at and use play to build relationships.”

Andrew Hernandez, MPA

As the Senior Director of Campus Based Services at Hillsides, I am responsible for the oversight of care and supervision within our program. I work to ensure that our direct care team engages with youth through a trauma-informed, treatment-focused lens while fostering meaningful connections that support healing and growth. The words that best describe this work are connection, fun, and understanding. My passion is rooted in a deep commitment to creating safe, supportive spaces where children can begin to heal.

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“I believe that healing is possible, and that a nurturing and trauma-informed environment is what is needed to allow children and families to work through challenging circumstances.”

Casey Meinster, LMFT

As Division Chief of Campus-Based Services at Hillsides, I oversee our Residential Program and all HillsidesCares programming. I have worked in this field for over 20 years providing intensive behavioral health support to youth and families in need. My work is deeply personal, shaped by my own experiences with the impact of suicide, and I am committed to creating safe, healing environments where young people can find hope and promise.

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“I always start where the children and family are at and use humor and genuineness to connect and create rapport.”

Stacey R. Roth, LCSW

Hi, I’m Stacey, and I have worked at Hillsides for almost 30 years, in various roles, from therapist to my current role as Chief Executive Officer. My passion lies in expanding trauma-informed behavioral health services for children and families, and I’ve been proud to lead initiatives like the development of our Behavioral Health and Foster Care divisions. This work has been my calling since I was 17 years old, and I remain deeply committed to helping individuals heal and thrive.

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“I take time to get to know each member of the family by getting input from all through open communication.”

Gina Perez, Psy.D.

For over 23 years, I’ve dedicated my career to strengthening mental health systems, with a focus on prevention and early intervention. As President and Chief Operating Officer at Hillsides, I oversee the organization’s daily operations and ensure our initiatives align with our mission and values. My passion extends beyond this role through years of advocacy with L.A. County and statewide organizations, championing efforts that foster empathy, understanding, and comprehensive support for those in need.