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Alexandria McCorkle

Alexandria McCorkle

Tipton,IN

Summary

Empathetic and passionate LMHCA with hands-on experience providing quality and ethical counseling services to children and adults. Skilled in identifying, assessing and diagnosing mental health and emotional issues in addition to most developmental disorders. Uses evidence-based practices to assist client's in reaching their goal(s) and improve their quality of life.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate

Work History

College Counselor

Indiana University Kokomo
Kokomo, IN
10.2022 - Current
  • Conduct monthly intakes
  • Psychological assessments of clients with mental health conditions or learning disabilities
  • Assessed clients' mental health needs, developed treatment plans and monitored progress.
  • Developed strategies to help patients cope with stress and anxiety and build resilience.
  • Documented client information, treatment plans, and client responses.
  • Improved client outcomes by implementing evidence-based therapeutic techniques and interventions.
  • Community and on campus outreach
  • Build and maintain positive relationships with faculty.
  • Established clear boundaries with clients, maintaining ethical practice standards while preserving therapeutic relationship.
  • Enhanced client well-being through personalized treatment plans tailored to individual needs and goals.
  • Built strong rapport with clients, fostering trust and open communication for effective therapy sessions.

Behavior Consultant

Hope Behavioral Services
09.2020 - Current
  • Conduct Intakes
  • Designed 20 person-centered behavior plans and functional behavior assessments,
  • Weekly trainings for family members and staff on client behavior plans and functional behavior assessments,
  • Delivery of psychological interventions in accordance with treatment plans in home, school, and community setting
  • Developed strong relationships with schools, medical professionals, and other service providers to facilitate coordinated approach to client care.
  • Reduced instances of maladaptive behaviors in clients by teaching appropriate replacement skills to client and family members.
  • Conducted regular reviews of progress data to make informed decisions about treatment modifications or potential discharge criteria for clients transitioning out of services.
  • Coordinated with educational staff to develop and implement classroom strategies that complemented individual behavior intervention plans, promoting consistency across settings.

Graduate Internship

Community Health Network
06.2018 - 09.2020
  • Supported staff members in their daily tasks, reducing workload burden and allowing for increased focus on higher-priority assignments.
  • Gained valuable experience working within community-based counseling center. Applying learned concepts directly into relevant work situations.
  • Analyzed problems and worked with teams to develop solutions for clients.
  • Contributed to positive team environment by collaborating with fellow interns on group projects and presentations.
  • Collaborated effectively with team members across departments, fostering cohesive work environment conducive to accomplishing shared objectives.
  • Conducted intakes and assessments.
  • Provided person-centered therapy under direct supervision community-based counseling center.

Life-skills Clinician

Community Health Network
06.2018 - 06.2019
  • Conducted strength-based assessment skills
  • Utilized active listening skills to clients and their families,
  • Reviewed and updated treatment plans

Registered Behavior Technician

Indiana Behavior Analysis Academy
07.2015 - 06.2018
  • Promoted positive behavior change by utilizing reinforcement strategies, token economies, and behavior contracts.
  • Improved client behavior by implementing individualized ABA therapy plans and tracking progress.
  • Observed, monitored and recorded problem behaviors through accurate behavior-consequence data collection, graphs, and anecdotal notes.
  • Prevented instances of maladaptive behavior escalation using de-escalation techniques while maintaining a safe environment for both staff members and clients alike.
  • Maintained detailed records of client progress, enabling data-driven decision making for intervention adjustments and goal development.
  • Intervened with clients' challenging behaviors by reinforcing therapeutic alternatives and coping mechanisms.
  • Empowered clients to self-advocate by teaching them effective communication strategies and adaptive coping mechanisms.
  • Assisted Board Certified Behavior Analysts in designing personalized treatment plans tailored to each client''s needs and goals.
  • Developed rapport with clients and families, fostering trust and open communication essential to successful treatment outcomes.
  • Worked as part of collaborative team to address changing needs of children and families.
  • Enhanced client''s communication skills through the use of visual aids, social stories, and roleplaying activities.
  • Kept accurate records by documenting progress and adhering to prescribed behavior plan.

Registered Behavior Technician

Hope Behavioral Services
06.2013 - 07.2015
  • Promoted positive behavior change by utilizing reinforcement strategies, token economies, and behavior contracts.
  • Observed, monitored and recorded problem behaviors through accurate behavior-consequence data collection, graphs, and anecdotal notes.
  • Prevented instances of maladaptive behavior escalation using de-escalation techniques while maintaining a safe environment for both staff members and clients alike.
  • Maintained detailed records of client progress, enabling data-driven decision making for intervention adjustments and goal development.
  • Intervened with clients' challenging behaviors by reinforcing therapeutic alternatives and coping mechanisms.
  • Empowered clients to self-advocate by teaching them effective communication strategies and adaptive coping mechanisms.
  • Assisted Board Certified Behavior Analysts in designing personalized treatment plans tailored to each client''s needs and goals.
  • Developed rapport with clients and families, fostering trust and open communication essential to successful treatment outcomes.
  • Utilized technology tools for data collection and analysis, streamlining the process of monitoring client progress and informing treatment plan adjustments.
  • Worked as part of collaborative team to address changing needs of children and families.

Education

MA in Mental Health Counseling -

Indiana University, Kokomo
08.2020

BS in Psychology -

Indiana University, Kokomo
05.2018

Associate Degree in Education -

Ivy Tech Community College, Kokomo
05.2013

Skills

  • Treatment Planning
  • Building rapport
  • Crisis Intervention
  • Cognitive Processing Therapy
  • Multicultural Competence
  • CBT Techniques
  • Behavior Modification
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Client Confidentiality
  • One-on-one support
  • DSM-IV classification
  • DBT Techniques

Certification

  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Wraparound
  • CPR
  • Feedback Informed Training
  • Pivotal Response

Work Availability

monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Interests

Autism

ADHD

Depression

Anxiety

Personality Disorders

Mood Disorders

Timeline

College Counselor

Indiana University Kokomo
10.2022 - Current

Behavior Consultant

Hope Behavioral Services
09.2020 - Current

Graduate Internship

Community Health Network
06.2018 - 09.2020

Life-skills Clinician

Community Health Network
06.2018 - 06.2019

Registered Behavior Technician

Indiana Behavior Analysis Academy
07.2015 - 06.2018

Registered Behavior Technician

Hope Behavioral Services
06.2013 - 07.2015

MA in Mental Health Counseling -

Indiana University, Kokomo

BS in Psychology -

Indiana University, Kokomo

Associate Degree in Education -

Ivy Tech Community College, Kokomo
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Wraparound
  • CPR
  • Feedback Informed Training
  • Pivotal Response

Awards

  • Member of Psi Chi
  • Member of American Psychiatric Association
  • Member of Board-Certified Behavior Analysis
  • Member of Hoosier Association for Behavior Analysis (HABA)
Alexandria McCorkle