Aaron Stewart

• Provided Intensive Outpatient Program psychotherapy sessions 3x daily and psychoeducational sessions 1x daily, focusing on coping skill utilization and expansion, mood regulation, relapse prevention, and self-awareness.
• Implemented evidence-based and trauma-informed interventions to assess and address symptoms of depression, anxiety, mood disorders, and trauma-related issues.
• Conducts routine and ongoing risk assessments to screen for suicide, self-harm, and safety awareness, and implements necessary interventions to reduce symptom severity.
• Conducted 1-2 comprehensive psychosocial assessments weekly, evaluating psychiatric symptoms, psychosocial stressors, and cognitive functioning to inform supportive care.
• Utilizes clinical screening tools every 30 days, or on an as needed basis, to assess for symptom severity and ensure an appropriate level of care.
• Collaborates 5x weekly with an interdisciplinary team for case conceptualization that supports client recovery.
• Works alongside interdisciplinary team in assessing readiness for discharge and coordinating appropriate referrals within the community.

Facilitated 3-5 therapeutic groups weekly, enhancing client understanding through psychoeducational using CBT, SFBT, and client-centered therapy.

• Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, and other healthcare staff, ensuring comprehensive care for clients.
• Conducted assessments to screen client symptoms including anxiety, depression, suicidality, and psychosis, aiding in accurate diagnosis and treatment planning.
• Conducted several IQ assessments under the supervision of the psychologist on staff.
• Assisted in a research study concerning how aromatherapy impacts mood stabilization in persons with IDD and anxiety.

• Created individualized treatment plans for clients with complex psychiatric conditions to address specific needs.
• Led relapse prevention and psychoeducational groups for men and women to enhance understanding and support.
• Managed clinical documentation, assessments, and discharge planning to ensure timely and effective patient care.
• Cultivated cross-cultural skills and knowledge while serving clients and families from various cultures.

• Developed individualized curriculum for students with mild, moderate, and severe intellectual development disabilities, promoting engagement and learning in the classroom.
• Remained competent in adhering to the IDEA and Louisiana Act754F in developing Individualized Education Plans for each student, to better meet their needs.
• Conducted formal and informal assessments to evaluate learning needs and abilities, informing instruction and improving academic outcomes.
• Created monthly communication plans for students with limited communication skills, enhancing their ability to express needs and participate in class.
• Routinely collaborated and advocated for student supports and services with a diverse team of professionals and family members, to ensure quality care for all students.