Alexa Antonelli
Mountainside,NJ
Summary
Solutions-oriented Licensed Associate Mental Health Counselor successful at managing multiple priorities while maintaining a strong work ethic and exhibiting a positive attitude. Offering 3-year background implementing effective treatment plans and providing exceptional care for children, adolescents and adults from diverse cultural and religious backgrounds who suffer from mental and emotional health illnesses. Expertise in crisis intervention and treatment analysis and planning. Collaborative and team-oriented professional quickly establishes trust and rapport with patients.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Mental Health Counselor (LAC)
Footprints Mental Health Counseling
05.2022 - Current
- Improved patient treatment outcomes by conducting thorough assessments and developing customized treatment plans.
- Enhanced patient engagement through the implementation of therapy sessions focused on coping strategies and emotional regulation.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members and supervisor to provide comprehensive care for patients with mental health disorders.
- Reduced crisis intervention needs by proactively monitoring patient progress and adjusting treatment approaches as necessary.
- Built rapport with diverse client populations, utilizing empathetic listening skills and culturally sensitive therapeutic practices.
- Developed individualized goal-setting tools to empower patients in taking ownership of their progress towards improved mental health.
- Maintained detailed documentation of clinical notes, tracking patient progress throughout the course of treatment.
- Established a safe environment for clients to openly discuss their thoughts, feelings, experiences, and concerns without fear of judgment or retribution.
Intern
Upward Bound
01.2018 - 05.2019
- Provided strategies to students to improve their academic performance
- Conducted intake assessments to identify student needs and help them set achievable goals
- Mentored students in building trusting relationships by creating a safe environment conducive to growth.
Intern
Common Based Services
06.2017 - 08.2018
- Conducted psychiatric assessments to identify patient’s needs
- Helped to develop, document, and file treatment plans
- Discussed patient progress with a certified psychiatrist and nurse.
Education
MA in Professional Counseling -
Seton Hall University
South Orange, NJ08.2023
Bachelor of Arts -
Lorenzo De’ Medici
Florence, ItalyBachelor of Arts - Psychology
Marist College
Poughkeepsie, NY05.2019
Skills
- Cultural Sensitivity
- Mental Health Evaluations
- Biopsychosocial Assessments
- Intake Screening
- Case Documentation
- Building Rapport
- Emergency Response
- Individual and Group Counseling
- Psychotherapy telehealth experience
Certification
Licensed Associate Counselor
NJ Consumer Affairs
Date of Completion: November 10th, 2023
Timeline
Mental Health Counselor (LAC)
Footprints Mental Health Counseling
05.2022 - Current
Intern
Upward Bound
01.2018 - 05.2019
Intern
Common Based Services
06.2017 - 08.2018
MA in Professional Counseling -
Seton Hall University
Bachelor of Arts -
Lorenzo De’ Medici
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Marist College
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