Tierra Hereford
Clinical Social Worker
Alexandria,Virginia
Summary
Driven and compassionate Social Worker with 10+years background applying evidence-based practices to positively impact clients. Approved Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Supervisor with commitment to build leadership skills by educating and mentoring future social workers and lead discussions to enhance student success. Highly collaborative, organized and resourceful with excellent clinical acumen. Extensive experience in counseling and advocating for clients in organizations in diverse realms. History of encouraging and empowering clients toward improved self-esteem and decision making. Practical problem-solver with excellent issue and conflict resolution skills. Awareness and implementation of driving and enhancing growth through promoting diverse and inclusive conversations.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Certifications
Work History
LCSW
Dr. Goldberg & Associates
Alexandria, United States
05.2020 - Current
- Updated treatment plans on monthly basis with latest intervention strategies and progress notes.
- Developed and implemented detailed pre-discharge plans for clients soon to be reintegrated into community.
- Developed Functional Behavioral Assessment and Positive Behavioral Intervention Plan to identify cause of problem behavior, formulate strategies to address behavior and teach new behavioral skills.
- Diagnosed clients by using DSM-V criteria and documented in patient medical records.
- Helped clients develop new coping mechanisms and techniques to drive behavior modification.
- Documented case notes daily and coordinated follow-up for seamless case management.
- Organized clinical documentation, treatment plans, and referrals.
- Treated patients with mental health issues and dual-diagnoses such as PTSD, personality disorders, anxiety and mood disorders.
- Provided individual and family therapy focused on addressing problematic and somatic symptoms.
- Facilitated family therapy sessions between children, caregivers and siblings to remediate conflict and build healthy relationships.
- Recommended long-term residential treatment, short-term residential treatment and individualized and group drug counseling for clients with substance abuse issues and other concerns.
LCSW-Behavioral Health Consultant
Joint Base Anacostia Air Force Base Clinic
Washington , DC
11.2019 - 07.2021
- Organized clinical documentation, treatment plans, and referrals.
- Recommended long-term residential treatment, short-term residential treatment and individualized and group drug counseling for clients with substance abuse issues.
- Performed short-term therapy, provided education and responded to crisis situations.
- Established and nurtured key relationships with community members to form valuable partnerships.
- Diagnosed clients by using DSM-IV criteria and documented using electronic medical records.
- Formulated treatment plan strategies with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive and continuous care plan.
- Presented clinical documentation and observations to interdisciplinary team.
- Documented case notes daily and coordinated follow-up for seamless case management.
Outpatient Therapist
Compass Counseling Of NOVA
Fredericksburg, VA
05.2016 - 06.2020
- Developed treatment plans to address individual client needs.
- Provided community resources and referrals to clients.
- Documented client progress and maintained confidential records.
- Quickly built trust and rapport with clients to facilitate growth.
- Worked with clinical psychiatrist and primary care physician to review patient progress and update treatment plans.
- Deployed implementation guides for evidence-based interventions.
- Provided crisis support and emergency care for patients.
- Counseled up to 10 to 15 patients weekly with issues such as mood disorders, PTSD and anxiety.
Substance Abuse Counselor
Center For Behavioral Health
Woodbridge, VA
03.2018 - 01.2019
- Provided counseling and support to clients with drug and alcohol abuse issues.
- Developed goal-oriented psychoeducational and activity therapy groups to improve clients' level of functioning.
- Supported and assessed clients struggling with addiction or relationship issues and devised strategies based on client needs.
- Developed individual treatment goals based on history and diagnosis.
- Guided clients in effective therapeutic exercises integrated from Cognitive Behavior Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT).
- Completed required documentation for continued therapy coverage by insurance companies to meet deadlines.
- Facilitated group and individual therapy in outpatient setting.
- Displayed sensitivity to cultural and linguistic needs of clients and families served.
- Coordinated referrals for addiction services based on individual client needs and preferences.
Social Service Clinician
Cabinet For Health & Family Services
Versailles, KY
06.2012 - 05.2016
- Assessed clients for abuse and neglect to compile documentation for court reports.
- Provided case management and referrals for services for family reunification.
- Reported child abuse in accordance with legal standards of mandatory reporters.
- Collaborated with community program leaders and advocates to make resources accessible to those in need.
- Testified under oath as child advocate in family court to assist with child custody decisions.
- Interviewed clients, families or groups to assess situations, limitations and issues and implement services to address needs.
- Secured housing, medical care and employment for clients by collaborating with various community agencies.
- Visited individuals in homes and attended group meetings to provide information on agency services, requirements and procedures.
Education
Doctorate of Social Work - Social Work
Simmons University
Boston, MA 09.2021 - Current
Masters in Social Work - Social Work
University of Louisville
Louisville, KY 09.2014 - 05.2016
Bachelors in Social Work - Social Work
University of Kentucky
Lexington, KY 06.2008 - 05.2012
Skills
Crisis Intervention
Anxiety & Trauma treatment expertise
Trauma-informed care
Evidence-based practices
Strategic planning
Cultural Awareness
Analytical and Critical Thinking
Teambuilding
Intervention planning
Certification
LCSW - Licensed Clinical Social Worker, VA
Timeline
LICSW-Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker, Washington DC
02-2022
Doctorate of Social Work - Social Work
Simmons University
09.2021 - Current
Board Approved Clinical Supervisor, VA Li
02-2021
LCSW
Dr. Goldberg & Associates
05.2020 - Current
LCSW-Behavioral Health Consultant
Joint Base Anacostia Air Force Base Clinic
11.2019 - 07.2021
LCSW - Licensed Clinical Social Worker, VA
09-2018
Substance Abuse Counselor
Center For Behavioral Health
03.2018 - 01.2019
Outpatient Therapist
Compass Counseling Of NOVA
05.2016 - 06.2020
Masters in Social Work - Social Work
University of Louisville
09.2014 - 05.2016
Social Service Clinician
Cabinet For Health & Family Services
06.2012 - 05.2016
Bachelors in Social Work - Social Work
University of Kentucky
06.2008 - 05.2012