The Los Angeles Suicide Prevention Network (LASPN) has appointed Dr. Daisy Gomez as its newest Co-Chair, joining its leadership team to assist with its ongoing efforts in suicide prevention across the county.
Dr. Daisy Gomez is a proud native of South Los Angeles with over 15 years of experience in community violence prevention, specializing in gang reduction and youth development. She holds a bachelor’s degree in psychology, a Master’s in Forensic Psychology and a Doctorate in Counseling Psychology.
A dedicated restorative practitioner, Dr. Gomez focuses on building compassionate systems of care. Her work centers on supporting high-risk and vulnerable populations including individuals and families impacted by complex trauma, systemic injustice, incarceration, and foster care through culturally responsive and healing-centered approaches.
She actively partners with researchers, community-based organizations, and government agencies to design reformative initiatives that expand education and equitable access to mental health services.
Dr. Gomez is also the Founder and Executive Director of the Coalition for Advanced Restorative Equity (CARE4LA), a nonprofit organization committed to nurturing those who care for our communities through restorative professional development, workforce well-being, and leadership cultivation.
The current co-chairs, Tracie Andrews, Cheryl Eskin, and Franklin Romero, expressed their excitement to have Dr. Gomez join the team in an announcement via email. “We are thrilled to have her join our leadership team and look forward to the valuable contributions she will bring to our ongoing efforts in suicide prevention. Her experience and perspective will be a significant asset as we continue to focus on our mission to prevent suicide. We are excited to move forward with Dr. Gomez in this meaningful work together.”