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Nneka Evelyn
Mental health Counselor
Rockaway,NJ
Summary
Empathetic Mental Health Counselor highly accomplished in domestic violence counseling, crisis intervention and treatment analysis and planning. Genuine and accommodating individual certified in Area of certification paired with Number years of vast experience assisting clients in need of emotional and psychological support. Exceptionally well-versed in arranging and facilitating counseling sessions and implementing and assessing treatment goals. Working knowledge of therapeutic modalities such as anger management and grief counseling.
Overview
3
years of professional experience
2
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Mount Olive counseling clinicMount Olive, New Jersey
Therapist
2024.04 - Current (10 months)
Job overview
- Enhanced client well-being through personalized treatment plans tailored to individual needs and goals.
- Built strong rapport with clients, fostering trust and open communication for effective therapy sessions.
- Conducted thorough assessments to accurately diagnose mental health conditions and develop appropriate treatment strategies.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive care for clients with complex needs.
- Provided crisis intervention services, stabilizing clients in distress and connecting them with necessary resources.
- Maintained detailed case notes and documentation, ensuring effective tracking of progress and continuity of care across providers.
- Continuously updated professional knowledge through ongoing research, training, and participation in industry conferences and workshops.
- Developed creative therapeutic approaches to address unique client challenges and promote lasting change.
- Coached clients on effective coping strategies, empowering them to manage symptoms independently outside of therapy sessions.
- Established clear boundaries with clients, maintaining ethical practice standards while preserving the therapeutic relationship.
- Utilized motivational interviewing techniques to help clients recognize personal barriers to change and identify actionable steps towards improvement.
Footprint Mental Health
Clinical Mental Health Counselor
03.2021 - Current
Job overview
- Partnered in design of wellness psycho-education group series.
- Used advanced counseling skills and evidence-based practices to establish goals and treatment plans with patients.
- Facilitated smooth discharge by encouraging and reassuring clients throughout transitions.
- Employed methodologies such as cognitive behavioral therapy to assist patients.
- Presented case history material to review and discuss with other staff members.
- Documented psychiatric services and responses to treatment in patient case files.
- Led counseling group to discuss topics such as eating disorders and relationship issues.
- Trained in substance abuse, co-occurring disorders and effects of employment and housing issues on mental health.
- Evaluated patients' goals, as well as mental and practical conditions, to develop individualized courses of treatment.
CorticaWarren, NJ
Behavioral Interventionist
02.2024 - 04.2024
Job overview
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
Education
Grand Canyon UniversityPhoenix, AZ
Master Of Science from Mental Health Counseling
09.2021 - 03.2024
Skills
- Domestic violence counseling
- Behavioral assessment
- Mental health diagnosis
- Individual counseling
- Anxiety treatment
- Group therapy facilitation
- Depression treatment
- Family therapy
- Empathy development
- Family Counseling
Timeline
Therapist
Mount Olive counseling clinic
2024.04 - Current (10 months)
Behavioral Interventionist
Cortica
02.2024 - 04.2024
Grand Canyon University
Master Of Science from Mental Health Counseling
09.2021 - 03.2024
Clinical Mental Health Counselor
Footprint Mental Health
03.2021 - Current
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