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LICENSED MENTAL HEALTH COUNSELOR
Professional Summary
Solutions-focused Mental Health Counselor successful at managing multiple priorities while maintaining strong work ethic and exhibiting positive attitude. Offering eight-year background implementing effective treatment plans and providing exceptional care for adults suffering from mental health and substance use disorders Expertise in crisis intervention and treatment analysis and planning. Collaborative and team-oriented professional with innate ability to establish trust and rapport with patients.
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Work History
February 2019-CurrentLicensed Mental Health Counselor | Merakey | Powell , TN
- Managed caseload of 15 patients with chronic and persistent mental illness as well as ongoing co-occurring substance use disorders
- Provided comprehensive case management services, including creating treatment plans and connecting clients and families to appropriate resources.
- Employed methodologies such as cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy and brief solution focused therapy to assist patients through hospitalization process
- Assess for needed level of care including inpatient level of care, residential treatment services, assisted living facilities, skilled nursing facilities, or outpatient treatment services
- Encouraged patients to discuss experiences in group and individual settings.
- Consulted with interdisciplinary treatment team regarding treatment plans and coordination of care including discharge readiness.
- Worked alongside occupational therapy to assist with formulating behavior plans for ongoing behavior modification
- Collaborate with community agencies as well as medical staff members to assist with ongoing psychiatric planning
- Observed and monitored client behavior and responses to treatment with a multi-disciplinary team
- Involved clients' family members in planning social service programs and discharge coordination
- Facilitated smooth discharge by encouraging and reassuring clients throughout transitions.
September 2014-February 2019Mental Health Clinician | Leake & Watts Services Inc | Yonkers , NY
- Managed caseload of 15-20 patients with chronic and persistent mental illness as well as chronic substance use
- Completed intake assessments including biopsychosocial assessments as well as individualized treatment plans and risk assessments
- Assess for needed level of care including inpatient level of care, detox, residential treatment services, or outpatient treatment services
- Provided comprehensive case management services, including creating treatment plans and connecting clients and families to appropriate resources.
- Guided clients in effective therapeutic exercises integrated from Cognitive Behavior Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT).
- Encouraged patients to discuss experiences in group and individual settings.
- Delivered client assessments for those struggling with addiction or relationship issues and implemented strategies based on client needs and became knowledgeable on detox protocols and how detox impacts clients
- Consulted with other staff members regarding treatment plans as deemed appropriate by team leader.
- Observed and monitored client behavior and responses to treatment with a multi-disciplinary team
- Involved clients' family members in planning social service programs.
- Facilitated smooth discharge by encouraging and reassuring clients throughout transitions.
December 2012-May 2013Clinical Mental Health Counseling Intern | Terros, Inc. | Show Low , AZ
- Managed caseload of 5-10 patients with substance dependence and co-occurring Axis I and Axis II disorders.
- Worked collaboratively with other mental health professionals to provide consistent care and minimize diversion.
- Observed and monitored client behavior and responses to treatment.
- Provided clinical support and care coordination for continued community services outside of the court system
Education
May 2017Certificate of Graduate Studies: Clinical Mental Health CounselingRhode Island College, City, State
May 2015Master of Arts: Forensic PsychologyRoger Williams University, City, State
May 2013Bachelor of Arts: PsychologyRhode Island College, City, State
May 2013Bachelor of Science: Chemical Dependency/Addiction StudiesRhode Island College, City, State
Publications
Wolff, J., Allen, K. D., Himes, H. L., Fish, A., & Losardo, J. (2014). A retrospective examination of completed sexual and gender minority youth suicides in the United States: What can be learned from written online media. Journal of Gay & Lesbian Mental Health, 18, 3-30.
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School Attended
- Rhode Island College
- Roger Williams University
Job Titles Held:
- Licensed Mental Health Counselor
- Mental Health Clinician
- Clinical Mental Health Counseling Intern
Degrees
- Certificate of Graduate Studies : Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Master of Arts : Forensic Psychology
Bachelor of Arts : Psychology
Bachelor of Science : Chemical Dependency/Addiction Studies
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