P.O. Box 8181, Marin County, CA 99512

info@riversidecountyfamilymediation.com

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Agreeable Solution to Your Dispute

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Our Goal Is Dispute Resolution Without Relationship Dissolution

Professional Mediators

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Resolving Disputes and Restoring Relationships

If you are searching for professional mediators, turn to Riverside County Family Mediation. We offer a neutral ground where people can reach amicable resolutions to various business or family disputes. We guarantee to work hand in hand with both sides involved to help you achieve the best possible resolutions to your dispute.

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Meet Our Founder

Algrie Monique Bridges, Founder and CEO

Algrie Monique Bridges is an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist and founder of Riverside County Family Mediation. Combining her clinical therapy expertise with her passion for nurturing people–she created a company that supports individuals, engages communities, and empowers all. From mental health counseling to family mediation, Monique works with individuals, couples, families, and businesses.

Education

University of Southern California, Gould School of Law, Los Angeles, CA 2019-2020

Master of Dispute Resolution

National University, Sacramento, CA 2009-2010
M.A. in Counseling Psychology, Marriage & Family Therapy – Honors

Fordham University, Tarrytown, NY 2001-2003
B.A. in Psychology – Program Honors

Westchester Community College, White Plains, NY 2001-2001
A.A. in Liberal Arts – President’s List

Experience

P.E.E.C.E. KEEPERS, INC., Sacramento, CA

2009-Present

Chief Executive Officer/Founder

Positive Energy Engaging Communities Everywhere

Our mission is to restore societal balance, promote peace and inspire growth in communities of crisis and social systems breakdown.

Founder of Peece Keepers, Incorporated.
Developed and implemented a counseling program for underserved families and at-risk youth.
Manage the day to day operations of the organization.
Interviewed, hired and managed all staff, independent contractors, students and volunteers.
Establish Kaplan Academy free education program to assist youth in attaining a high school diploma.
Partnered with non-profits and other significant state and county community resource programs.
Lift awareness of the youth crisis through campaigns and public charity events involving media and celebrity activist.
Implemented, coordinated and managed fundraisers to sustain the non-profit and the youth programs.
Developed press releases, coordinated celebrity interviews, and interacted with key media figures, radio and tv stations.
Established partnerships with the career centers of the neighboring colleges and universities including; CSU Sacramento’s Student Engagement Center, University of California, Davis Career Center, and Sacramento City College/Los Rios Cooperative Work Experience Internship Program.
Implemented a work experience program and tutorial program where college student received college credit and work experience while at-risk youth received free counseling and tutoring in all subjects

No Youth Left Behind Foundation of America, Sacramento, CA

2009-2010

Vice President

Director over youth programs, administrative offices, and public relations department.

Assisted in interviewing and hiring of staff for administrative offices.
Assisted in development of media/public relations department.
Assisted in the development of the tutorial program, work experience program and volunteer services program.
Coordinated youth awareness campaigns, public media events, fraternity/sorority step-show performances and public awards ceremonies.
Host for the No Youth Left Behind Foundation of America "Community Awards" ceremony.
Host for the No Youth Left Behind Foundation of America "National Youth Awareness Campaign" introducing the "First-Ever National Youth Awareness Sticker" community event/concert.
Coordinated media press releases and celebrity interviews, interacted with key media figures, and recruited community volunteers
Established partnerships with career centers of neighboring colleges and universities including California State University Sacramento Student Engagement Center and Sacramento City College/Los Rios Cooperative Work Experience Internship Program.
Founded a work experience program and tutorial program where college student volunteers receive college credit/work experience and at-risk youth received free tutoring in all subjects.

Juveniles At Risk, Sacramento, CA

2009-2009

Substance Abuse Counselor & MFT Trainee

California Access to Recovery Efforts & Medi-Cal

Provided substance abuse intervention and recovery support services to at risk youth (12-20 years old) who abused alcohol and drugs, and need highly specialized care.

Provided individual and family counseling therapy sessions.
Conducted group therapy sessions.
Provided case management services & tracking of AOD recovery progress.
Implemented AOD treatment plan and discharge plan.
Provided referral services and community outreach programs to clients.
Coached youth to acquire social, emotional, and cognitive skills necessary to live a productive life.
Aided youth in exploring positive stress reduction outlets through recover related activities.
Encouraged and motivated youth to achieve their goals and boost their self-esteem while helping them develop trust in society and others.
Promoted educational, artistic, and career growth and development of clients. Promoted personal and community responsibility of the clients.

MasterCard International, Purchase, NY

2003-2006

Senior Executive Assistant to the SVP/BFO (AND) VPHR

Global Development, Business Administration

Supported two departments in the Global Development Unit: Financial Department and Human Resources Department. Also provided back up support to the Senior Executive Vice President of Global Development.

Financial Unit

Facilitated the day-to-day planning and execution of the SVP/BFO’s objectives by providing critical administrative support to the SVP and his (3) direct reports.
Compiled and reviewed data and materials for budget reports, monthly management reports, and PowerPoint presentations while ensuring consistency and accuracy.
Created and maintained monthly expense reports for the SVP, his direct reports and the VPHR.
Reviewed expense reports for the Senior Executive Vice President and top-level executives of the entire Global Development department.
Coordinated major corporate awards events, top-executive board meetings, and the Global Development departmental meetings, including domestic and international teleconferences and videoconferences, as well as coordinated national off-site executive conferences.
Executed complex domestic and international travel arrangements while meeting senior management expectations and critical deadlines.

Human Resources Department

Concurrently, provided support to the VP, Human Resources as well as back up support the Senior Executive Vice President.
Created ESPs (Electronic Staffing Processes) and Purchase Orders for new employees allowing them to receive all necessary technological and security equipment.
Responded to employee inquiries regarding tuition reimbursement and other issues by referring them to the appropriate resources.
Assisted in resolving HRIS errors which enabled staff to receive bonus payments.
Scheduled exit interviews and prepared exit interview packages.
Administered confidential agreements, prepared correspondences, and maintained confidential filing system.
Established and maintained interdepartmental personnel filing system (including resumes, attendance reports, salary documentation, awards, contact information, and invoices).

The Children's Village, Dobbs Ferry, NY

2003-2003

Psychological Technician/Activities Director (Internship)

Provided short-term crisis intervention in lieu of psychiatric hospitalization to children (3-14 years old) who tried to physically hurt themselves or others, and who needed highly specialized care including 24-hour supervision.

Initially worked as a Psych Tech and was promoted to Activities Director due to demonstrated initiative and dedication.
As the activities director, provided children with a positive outlet by encouraging artistic growth and development through extra-curricular activities.
Participated in group therapy sessions, which supported psychological and psychosocial development. Coached children to acquire the social, emotional, and cognitive skills necessary to live a productive life.
Promoted personal and community responsibility by teaching children personal hygiene, house-chores, and communication skills.
Assisted children's learning process by creating mathematic and geography assignments and tutoring them with their homework.
Encouraged and motivated children to achieve their goals and boosted their self-esteem while helping them to develop trust in society and others.

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Skills

Clinical Background in Counseling Psychology
Strong Corporate Background with Strong Organizational Skills
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Strong Public Relations Skills

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Memberships

American Bar Association (ABA)
American Arbitration Association (AAA)
American Psychological Association (APA)
Psychology Political Action Committee (PAC)
California Association of Nonprofits (CalNonprofits)
California Association of Marriage & Family Therapist CAMFT)
Inland Empire California Association of Marriage & Family Therapist (IE-CAMFT)

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Riverside County Family Mediation

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Email: info@riversidecountyfamilymediation.com