Marcus Cannon, LMFT is Deputy Director of Forensics for Riverside University Health System – Behavioral Health. His responsibilities include leading programs that provide services to those who are homeless, formerly homeless, in need of social supports, and those involved in the civil and criminal court systems. His duties include the Homeless Housing Opportunities, Partnership & Education (HHOPE) program, Coordinated Entry System, Enhanced Care Management, Community Support, the Office of the Public Guardian, Long-Term Care program, Transportation program, CARE Court, Homeless Court, Laura’s Law, and Incompetent to Stand Trial programs. He is a licensed marriage and family therapist and has worked in Riverside, San Bernardino, and Seattle in both children’s and adult behavioral health programs. He earned his bachelor’s degree from the University of Southern California and a master’s degree from the Seattle School of Theology and Psychology. He is committed to excellence in public service and improving systems to provide better healthcare and housing for vulnerable populations.

Talks

• Behavioral Health Session: Advancing Community-Centered Solutions for Behavioral Health Access