Her long career has included work in the non-profit sector of mental health services. She served as Clinical Director of the Family Service Agency of Marin for seven years and has also provided consultation to the Marin County Office of Education Child Development Program. In addition to supervising, consulting and mentoring numerous trainees and young mental health professionals, Mrs. Burnett has also taught in the Graduate Counseling Department of San Francisco State University. She holds a Bachelor's Degree from Oklahoma University and a Master's Degree from San Francisco State University. She has received numerous awards and commendations for her service to the community.