Adrienne Johnson M.S., P-LPC, CMHT
Crystal Springs,MS
Summary
Dynamic Mental Health Therapist with extensive experience in Mental Health Counseling and Behavioral Therapy, specializing in providing quality psychological services to children, adolescents, and adults. Skilled in identifying, assessing, and diagnosing an array of mental health, behavioral, and emotional issues. Proven ability to build rapport and implement evidence-based therapies, enhancing client outcomes. Skilled in psychological assessment and interdisciplinary collaboration, effectively advocating for patient rights and well-being.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Mental Health Therapist
Region 8 Mental Health Center
09.2025 - Current
- Conducted crisis interventions to respond to clients in crisis, assess immediate needs and provide support and resources.
- Provided comprehensive case management services, created treatment plans, and connected clients and families to appropriate resources.
- Completed one-on-one counseling with broad range of clients suffering from various diseases and issues.
- Documented clients' progress to keep detailed notes on each client's treatment progress and changes in mental health status.
- Provided clients with recommendations to community resources.
- Performed client assessments and developed treatment plans.
- Prepared reports to summarize clients' mental health status and treatment progress.
- Encouraged patients to discuss experiences in group and individual settings.
- Guided clients in effective therapeutic exercises integrated from Cognitive Behavior Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT).
Elderly Psychosocial Rehabilitation Director
Region 8 Mental Health Center
07.2024 - 09.2025
- Managed patients with substance dependence and co-occurring Axis I and Axis II disorders.
- Assessed mental health needs to determine nature and extent of clients' emotional, behavioral or mental health issues.
- Provided referrals to connect clients with other community resources to support mental health and well-being.
- Provided comprehensive case management services, created treatment plans, and connected clients and families to appropriate resources.
- Supported clients by representing needs and advocating for patient rights in healthcare, legal and community-based settings.
- Adhered to ethical and legal standards for confidentiality, protecting clients' privacy.
- Supervised busy caseload, managing clients, balancing workload and prioritizing client needs.
- Attended trainings to participate in regular supervision and continued education to maintain professional competence and ethical standards.
- Completed one-on-one counseling with broad range of clients suffering from various diseases and issues.
- Documented clients' progress to keep detailed notes on each client's treatment progress and changes in mental health status.
Mental Health Therapist/Behavioral Therapist
Region 8 Mental Health Center
10.2023 - 07.2024
- Provided clients with recommendations to community resources.
- Performed client assessments and developed treatment plans.
- Documented client progress in confidential files.
- Prepared reports to summarize clients' mental health status and treatment progress.
- Encouraged patients to discuss experiences in group and individual settings.
- Guided clients in effective therapeutic exercises integrated from Cognitive Behavior Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT).
- Worked collaboratively with other mental health professionals to provide consistent care and minimize diversion.
- Observed and monitored client behavior and responses to treatment.
Home Health Aide
HomeInstead
02.2020 - 12.2023
- Traveled to clients' homes to complete healthcare services and promote continuity of care.
- Encouraged patients to participate in safe physical activity to help boost mood and improve overall wellness.
- Provided transportation and appointments management.
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Completed entries in log books, journals, and care plans to accurately document and report patient progress.
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
Behavioral Health Associate
Millcreek of Magee
06.2020 - 09.2021
- Helped patients with meals, activities of daily living (ADLs) and facility transfers to promote security and patient well-being.
- Performed scheduled patient safety checks and documented results to establish patients' well-being.
- Applied de-escalation and limit-setting techniques to promote patient cooperation.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions to help clients develop coping strategies and social skills.
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with clients to create safe and supportive environment.
- Implemented evidence-based therapeutic interventions to help clients manage mental health difficulties.
Education
Master of Science - Mental Health Counseling
Mississippi College
Clinton, MS05-2023
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Alcorn State University
Lorman, MS05-2020
Associate of Arts - Psychology
Hinds Community College
Raymond, MS05-2018
Skills
- Group counseling
- Suicide prevention
- Psychological assessment
- Individual counseling
- Treatment Planning
- Behavior modification
- Clinical documentation
- Family therapy
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Building rapport
- Substance abuse treatment
- Crisis intervention
- Evidence-based therapy
Certification
- LPC - Licensed Professional Counselor (2026)
Timeline
Mental Health Therapist
Region 8 Mental Health Center
09.2025 - Current
Elderly Psychosocial Rehabilitation Director
Region 8 Mental Health Center
07.2024 - 09.2025
Mental Health Therapist/Behavioral Therapist
Region 8 Mental Health Center
10.2023 - 07.2024
Behavioral Health Associate
Millcreek of Magee
06.2020 - 09.2021
Home Health Aide
HomeInstead
02.2020 - 12.2023
Master of Science - Mental Health Counseling
Mississippi College
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Alcorn State University
Associate of Arts - Psychology
Hinds Community College
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