Dedicated Outpatient Dual Therapist with 13 years of experience in behavioral healthcare. Successful in lending expertise to improve delivery of care. Highly motivated in designing education programs and training to enhance skills and performance in relating to and understanding clients and human nature. Highly skilled using multiple methodologies to help clients achieve goals. Proven ability to develop trust and rapport with clients and colleagues.
Skills
Public speaking
Workshop coordination
Materials Preparation
Group and individual instruction
Written Communication
Adaptability
Critical thinking
Teamwork
Detail-oriented
Self-motivated professional
Employee Training
Goal Setting
Individual therapy
Clinical Documentation
Building client relationships
Manual therapy techniques
Treatment planning
Dual diagnoses expert
Biopsychosocial assessments
Case documentation
Mental health evaluations
Personality disorder treatment aptitude
Knowledge of juvenile justice system
Skilled in intake interviewing
Adept at treatment and discharge planning
PTSD specialist
Anxiety disorder expertise
Group psychotherapy
Expertise in crisis interventions
Education
University of Nebraska At OmahaOmaha, NEExpected in 05/2011 ā āMaster Of Science:Community Counseling - GPA:
University of MiamiCoral Gables, FL, Expected in 05/2003 ā āBachelor Of Arts:Psychology And Theater Arts - GPA:
Certifications
Licensed Independent Mental Health Practitioner-expires 09/2022
Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor - expires 09/2022
EMDRIA Consultant In Training, Trained in EMDR Therapy 2013-current
Beacon Light Behavioral Health System - Outpatient Therapist Youngsville, PA, 10/2014 - Current
Led trainings within Region II Human Services and will be presenting at the LOSS conference in August 2021 to expand awareness of mental health symptoms and issues.
Supervised clinicians-in-training such as interns and new counselors
Facilitated trauma informed committee to research and develop next steps for Trauma Champions within Region II Human Services and the surrounding communities.
Provided consultation to EMDR trained providers to enhance skills and confidence in utilizing EMDR Therapy with clients.
Offered consultation for colleagues and other professionals including drug court, probation, and DHHS related to trauma treatment and complex co-occurring disorders.
Completed one-on-one counseling with broad range of clients suffering from trauma related symptoms and severe and persistent mental illnesses.
Documented client progress and maintained confidential records.
Quickly built trust and rapport with clients to facilitate growth.
Developed treatment plans to address individual client needs.
Provided community resources and referrals to clients.
Taught patients how to properly use exercise techniques.
Maintained client caseload of 40 plus individuals and families per week.
Encouraged patients to discuss experiences in group and individual settings.
Delivered client assessments for those struggling with trauma, addiction, or relationship issues and implemented strategies based on client needs.
Directed family-centered, strengths-based, culturally competent and individualized intakes and assessments.
Used multiple methodologies including EMDR Therapy, CBT, DBT, FFTT, EFT, Bilateral Hypnotherapy, Art Therapy, and ImTT to help patients during therapy sessions.
Managed caseload of patients with substance dependence and co-occurring disorders.
Ran individual therapy and family therapy sessions for children ages 7 to 18 years.
Sea Mar Community Health Centers - Mental Health Therapist II Seattle, WA, 01/2014 - 09/2014
Documented all patient information, treatment plans, and patient responses.
Tracked progress according to goals for all interventions.
Introduced meditation, guided imagery, breathing techniques and reiki to patients and families..
Effectively maintained caseload of 40 sessions per week using alternative therapies
Beacon Light Behavioral Health System - Outpatient Therapist Mcclure, PA, 06/2012 - 01/2014
See experience above for current position.
Child Guidance Center - Outpatient School Therapist City, STATE, 08/2011 - 05/2012
Worked collaboratively with other mental health professionals to provide consistent care and minimize diversion.
Observed and monitored client behavior and responses to treatment.
Displayed sensitivity to cultural and linguistic needs of clients and families served.
Directed family-centered, strengths-based, culturally competent and individualized intakes and assessments.
Facilitated smooth discharge by encouraging and reassuring clients throughout transitions.
Involved clients' family members in planning social service programs.
Consulted with other staff members regarding treatment plans as deemed appropriate by team leader.
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