Dr. Yoshioka Appointed Director of DBH

Please join us in congratulating, Dr. Georgina Yoshioka in her appointment to the position of Behavioral Health Director. Dr. Yoshioka has been serving as the Interim Behavioral Health Director since December 2021, during this time she led the department operations and spearheaded various major initiatives.

With 26 years of experience working in the field of social work, Dr. Yoshioka specializes in the delivery of behavioral health services to diverse populations including criminal justice, behavioral health, and child welfare systems. Since joining the San Bernardino County, Department of Behavioral Health in 2008, Dr. Yoshioka, has provided leadership over programs within the Adult Forensic Services division, and served as the Deputy Director of 24-Hour & Emergency Services. Dr. Yoshioka has a Bachelor of Sociology, a Master of Social Work with a focus on Children, Youth and Families, a Master of Business Administration, and a Doctor of Social Work. She is also a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in the state of California since 2003.

As Director, Dr. Yoshioka is driven by her dedication and determination to be a key contributor to the mission of providing individuals, families, and communities with access to services that promote prevention, intervention, wellness, recovery, and resiliency. Under her guidance, the department will continue to embrace DBH’s mission, core values and the Countywide vision to reach and assist the San Bernardino County population.

Let us all congratulate Dr. Yoshioka on her outstanding leadership during the interim. We all look forward to the continued support of a County where all persons have the opportunity to enjoy optimum wellness, whether they have experienced mental illness or substance use disorders.
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Sincerely,
Department of Behavioral Health
Executive Management