Alexa Killips, LMSW
Sault Ste Marie
Summary
Experienced mental health professional with a strong foundation in therapeutic techniques and client-centered care. Adept at fostering collaborative environments to achieve optimal outcomes and seamlessly adapting to changing needs. Skilled in individual and family therapy, crisis intervention, and treatment planning, while maintaining high ethical standards and integrity. Reliable team player with focus on delivering impactful, results-driven support.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Outpatient Therapist
Self-Employed
12.2024 - Current
- Conduct individual and family therapy sessions to support mental health and emotional well-being.
- Develop personalized treatment plans based on client assessments and progress evaluations.
- Utilize evidence-based therapeutic techniques to address diverse client needs and challenges.
- Document client progress and maintain accurate records in compliance with regulatory standards.
Clinical Social Worker/Outpatient Therapist
Sault Tribe Behavioral Health
02.2020 - 10.2024
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to identify client needs and formulate treatment plans.
- Facilitated individual and group therapy sessions to support emotional and psychological well-being.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate care and enhance service delivery.
- Developed community outreach programs to promote mental health awareness and resource accessibility.
Clinical Social Worker/Outpatient Therapist
Hiawatha Behavioral Health
05.2018 - 01.2020
- Provided crisis intervention services, ensuring timely support for clients in distressing situations.
- Mentored junior staff, enhancing their clinical skills and promoting best practices in treatment approaches.
- Implemented evidence-based therapeutic techniques, improving client engagement and outcomes.
- Advocated for clients' rights within healthcare systems, ensuring equitable access to necessary resources.
Education
Master of Science - Social Work
Grand Valley State University
Grand Rapids, MI04-2018
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Lake Superior State University
Sault Ste Marie, MI04-2016
High School Diploma -
Sault Area High School
Sault Ste Marie, MI05-2012
Skills
- Suicide risk assessment
- Treatment Planning
- Building rapport/client relationships
- Cognitive/Dialectical Behavioral Therapy
- Clinical documentation
- Individual/family therapy
Certification
Certified in TF-CBT, DBT, and Play Therapy
Timeline
Outpatient Therapist
Self-Employed
12.2024 - Current
Clinical Social Worker/Outpatient Therapist
Sault Tribe Behavioral Health
02.2020 - 10.2024
Clinical Social Worker/Outpatient Therapist
Hiawatha Behavioral Health
05.2018 - 01.2020
Master of Science - Social Work
Grand Valley State University
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Lake Superior State University
High School Diploma -
Sault Area High School