Alexis Barjona
Rock Hill,SC
Summary
To gain entry and experience working as a Primary Therapist. A skilled Mental Health Counselor with strong background helping a diverse caseload to overcome personal challenges and cope with triggering situations. Focused on facilitating exploration of issues, developing individualized plans and developing important skills. Licensed Associate by South Carolina.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
COUNSELOR (LPC-A)
KOI COUNSELING AND WELLNESS
10.2022 - Current
- Meet with clients and determine their presenting problems then offer a therapeutic modality that's congruent with their individual needs
- Providing tools to implement within daily functioning while distressed symptoms are present
- Developed individualized counseling plans for clients to incorporate short-term and long-term goals.
- Offered guidance and advice to help cultivate self-esteem and community involvement.
- Arranged and facilitated therapy sessions for individuals, couples, and families.
Medical Office Manager and Benefits Coordinator
Carolina Asthma & Allergy Center
09.2018 - Current
- Applied administrative knowledge and courtesy to explain procedures and services to patients.
- Received patient deductibles and co-pay amounts and discussed options to satisfy remainder of patient financial obligations.
- Performed patient scheduling and registration functions to serve as initial contact point for medical office visits.
- Obtained patient's insurance information and determined eligibility for benefits for specific services rendered.
- Utilized knowledge of electronic medical record systems and medical terminology to perform diverse data entry tasks.
Counselor-in-Training
WINTHROP COMMUNITY COUNSELING CLINIC
01.2021 - 05.2022
- Counseling individuals and assisting in skill building for adults with severe and persistent mental illnesses, and those with co-occurring substance abuse/use disorders
- Co-Facilitated Therapy Groups: Symptom Management for Anxiety Disorders and Parenting Classes
- Assisted clients with case management issues such as risk assessments, diagnostics care, creating treatment plans, using evidenced-based methodologies including but not limited to ACT, cognitive behavioral therapy & person-centered approaches
- Consulted with supervisors, staff and other counseling interns regarding cases and resources.
- Maintained up-to-date clinical documentation via electronic recordkeeping systems.
Education
Master of Education - Mental Health Counseling
Winthrop University
Rock Hill, SC05.2022
Bachelor of Science - Sports Management
University of South Carolina
Columbia, SC12.2017
Skills
- Strong Therapeutic Rapport & Interpersonal skills
- Active Listening & clear verbal communication
- Multicultural competent
- Collaboration and critical thinking skills
- Ethical reasoning and Client Advocacy
- Knowledgeable in variety of therapeutic approaches
- Skilled in intake interviewing
- Self-aware and growth mindset oriented
Certification
- Licensed Professional Counselor Associate (LPC-A)
- National Certified Counselor (NCC)
Volunteer Experience
- South Carolina Counseling Association, Charleston, SC, 02/2021, 2024, Co-facilitated a presentation on emotional awareness for young children
- National Board of Certified Counselor, 06/2022
- Civilian Ride-Along Program, Rock Hill, SC, 10/2021
- University of South Carolina Cheerleading, Columbia, SC, 08/2011-08/2015
References
- Dr. Jennifer Jordan, Clinical Director - Koi Counseling and Wellness, 145B Withers/W.T.S. Building, Rock Hill, SC, 29732, (803)323-2456
- Dr. Anthony Strange, Program Director - Winthrop University, 146A Withers/W.T.S. Building, Rock Hill, SC, 29732, (803) 323-4754
- Dr. Tiffany Rikard, Internship Supervisor, 146A Withers/W.T.S. Building, Rock Hill, SC, 29732, rikardt@winthrop.edu
- Sharay Vinson, Business Services Supervisor, 420 S. Herlong Ave., Rock Hill, SC 29730, (704) 372-7900
Timeline
COUNSELOR (LPC-A)
KOI COUNSELING AND WELLNESS
10.2022 - Current
Counselor-in-Training
WINTHROP COMMUNITY COUNSELING CLINIC
01.2021 - 05.2022
Medical Office Manager and Benefits Coordinator
Carolina Asthma & Allergy Center
09.2018 - Current
Master of Education - Mental Health Counseling
Winthrop University
Bachelor of Science - Sports Management
University of South Carolina