Alexa Sengstock
Naperville,IL
Summary
Compassionate social worker with extensive experience in diverse communities, including teens, adults, and the elderly. Provides quality therapeutic services by implementing empathy and understanding. Demonstrates success in creating person-centered support plans that create a safe, supportive, and collaborative environment. Never-ending commitment to create social change and empower individuals.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
4
4
Certifications
Work History
Social Worker
Clove Counseling
Lisle, IL
07.2025 - Current
- Conducted initial consultations and mental health assessments to identify and address client needs.
- Provided individual therapy using techniques such as CBT, Somatic Therapy, and Trauma-Informed Therapy
- Provided therapy for clients of diverse ages, races, and genders, and backgrounds.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to coordinate and enhance comprehensive client care.
- Worked collaboratively with other professionals such as psychiatrists, psychologists, and nurses to coordinate care for clients.
- Discussed client care plans with family members to ensure understanding and support.
- Adhered to ethical standards and cultural competence to provide proper client care.
Social Work Internship
Caring Conversations Center
Warrenville, IL
01.2024 - 08.2024
- Developed and implemented individualized treatment plans.
- Administered therapy sessions, documenting observations and client progress to inform treatment.
- Demonstrated active listening and facilitated reflective questioning to deepen client insights during sessions.
- Provided tailored resources and support to address individual client needs effectively.
- Assisted with billing, insurance claims, and other administrative tasks.
- Managed time effectively to ensure tasks were completed on schedule and deadlines were met.
Social Work Internship
Ellie Mental Health
Naperville, IL
08.2024 - 04.2024
- Implement evidence-based interventions for 20+ clients with diverse mental health challenges.
- Led group therapy discussions, fostering a supportive environment for clients' mental health improvement.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team to develop and refine treatment plans for clients.
- Recommended and facilitated referrals to appropriate resources, enhancing clients' access to support.
- Participate in discharge planning assessments and efficiently connect patients to appropriate levels of care.
- Provided support and guidance to colleagues to maintain a collaborative work environment.
- Utilized various software and tools to streamline processes and optimize performance.
Education
Master of Social Work -
Aurora University
Aurora, IL05-2025
Bachelor of Arts - Communications
Illinois State University
Normal, IL05-2020
Associate of Arts Degree -
McHenry County College
Crystal Lake, IL05-2018
Skills
- Trauma-informed therapy
- Treatment planning
- Case and client documentation
- Multidisciplinary collaboration
- Ethical standards and cultural competency
- Mandatory reporting procedures
Certification
MSW
Timeline
Social Worker
Clove Counseling
07.2025 - Current
Social Work Internship
Ellie Mental Health
08.2024 - 04.2024
Social Work Internship
Caring Conversations Center
01.2024 - 08.2024
Master of Social Work -
Aurora University
Bachelor of Arts - Communications
Illinois State University
Associate of Arts Degree -
McHenry County College