My vision is work with an organization that will utilize my experience, passion and training to help others through education, teaching, coaching, therapy and mentoring in the mental health, public health, wellness and corporate sector.
Skills
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction Therapy
Group therapy coordination
Training and presentations
Group facilitation
Partnership development
Curriculum development
Motivational speaking
Team Mentoring
Program development
Training program design
Treatment planning
Experience
06/2017 to Current
Health Educator, Facilitator & Coach, MA, LMFTKaiser Permanente – City, STATE,
Helped improve the quality of training seminars and public health education materials
Presented public talks and in service events to promote health and wellness at Kaiser Permanente
Coordinated patient support groups to provide support
Facilitated group counseling sessions for patients to reduce stress
Cultivated a mindful and safe atmosphere by teaching Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction classes and therapy which was widely embraced by patients and staff personnel
Trained others to compassionately interact with others coming from all walks of life and all life situations
Created patient treatment plans based on assessments and goals
Taught patients anger management techniques, relaxation skills, impulse control, social skills, emotional coping skills and functional living skills
Provided a wide variety of individual, group and familial counseling educational strategies utilizing Cognitive Behavior and Mindfulness methodologies to assist patients
Encouraged positive self-esteem and mutual respect for others while instilling joy of learning and discovery
Provided necessary health education training for patients
Built and strengthened positive relationships with team members, leadership and Health Education staff
Participated in workshops, trainings and conferences to improve educational skills
06/2014 to Current
Psychotherapist, MA, LMFTA & C Wellness & Healing Therapy – City, STATE,
Created patient treatment plans based on assessments and goals
Led patients in individual, family, group and marital therapy sessions
Encouraged patients to express their feelings and discuss what is happening in their lives, helping them to develop insight into themselves and their relationships
Counsel patients, individually or in group sessions, to assist in overcoming dependencies, adjusting to life changes and challenges
Develop and implement treatment plans based on clinical experience and knowledge
Evaluate the effectiveness of counseling programs on patient's progress in resolving identified problems and moving towards defined objectives
Developed comprehensive treatment plans focusing on accurate diagnosis and behavioral treatment of problems
Quickly responded to crisis situations when severe mental health and behavioral issues arose
Charted and recorded information in patient files
Organized treatment projects that focused on problem solving skills and creative thinking
Referenced and used various therapy techniques, including psychodynamic, family systems, cognitive behavioral and lifespan integration psychotherapy
Diagnosed mental health, emotional and substance abuse disorders
Referred clients to other programs and community agencies to enhance treatment processes
Performed in-service presentations to share knowledge with colleagues
12/2001 to 05/2017
Founder, Therapist And TeacherA & C Wellness & Healing Therapy & Training – City, STATE,
Managed patient care and clinic services, including financial management, quality assurance, safety and risk management and facility maintenance
Identify training and development needs
Formulated and implemented training programs, applying principles of learning and individual differences, using different training modalities and performance coaching
Offered insight on available wellness programs and services that prove helpful to clients
Implemented activities, events and programs that encouraged individuals to embrace healthier attitudes towards treatment
Managed client digital marketing strategies to meet client goals and objectives
Created communication strategies to meet client objectives
Provided onsite training
Revitalized business plans and realigned company objectives to increase overall profits
Hired, trained and mentored contract staff members to maximize productivity and provide excellent patient/client care
01/2013 to 12/2013
Marriage Therapist InternNorth Shore Mental Health – City, STATE,
Provided family therapy to low-income families, using behavioral therapy techniques, solution-focused strategies and multi-systems approach
Documented discovered behavior patterns and relationship dynamics to inform accurate and effective treatment planning
Completed, submitted and verified accuracy of paperwork, including clinical and psychosocial initial assessments, treatment plans, therapy notes and other required documentation
Collaborated with supervisor to plan and coordinate treatment for clients
Provided support for clients and client support groups
Served as client advocate and promoted ideas that aligned well with clients’ best interest
Helped to foster conflict resolution among families and clients
Interviewed clients to gather required information and accurately update case records
Attended meetings, training courses and conferences to advance professional knowledge
Linked clients to community resources through case management and referrals
Organized case history records and prepared reports to maintain confidentiality of records relating to clients' treatment
Provided supportive counseling and crisis intervention during new diagnosis or extended hospital stay to aid in adjustment to illness and hospitalization
Performed intake pre-screenings by completing admission packets and developing treatments plans
Offered accessible community resources to provide clients with basic needs
Education and Training
Expected in 06/2014
Master of Arts: Marriage And Family Therapy Argosy University, Psychology And Behavioral - Honolulu, HI, GPA:
GPA (4.0)
Expected in 06/1988
Bachelor of Arts: Theatre Arts San Francisco State University - San Francisco, CA GPA:
Additional Information
Volunteer, Siem Reap, Cambodia Water Project, 2015-present
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