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Alexis Sowders

Streator,IL

Summary

Dynamic clinical therapist with extensive experience at Children's Home Association of Illinois, adept at developing targeted treatment plans and fostering positive rapport with clients. Skilled in treatment planning and compliance, I effectively assess progress and implement evidence-based strategies, enhancing client outcomes through empathy and strong communication.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Therapist

Children's Home Association Of Illinois
Peoria, IL
08.2020 - Current
  • Conducted initial assessments of clients to determine presenting issues and develop treatment plans and mental health diagnosis by interviewing, observing, and surveying clients.
  • Created documentation including assessment notes, treatment plans, progress notes, discharge summaries and referrals.
  • Evaluated clients' interests, abilities, and needs alongside clinical presentations to develop more targeted treatment plans.
  • Identified environmental factors that may be contributing to client's symptoms and collaborated with them to create an action plan for change.
  • Provided psychoeducational topics such as stress management, anger management, grief, and parenting skills during individual and family sessions.
  • Educated clients on evidence-based treatments to enhance their understanding of the therapeutic process and developing useful coping skills.
  • Communicated with school personnel, psychiatrists, and other professionals regarding client progress and continued care.
  • Participated in regular case reviews with other clinicians to discuss client progress.
  • Maintained accurate records of clinical activity in accordance with HIPAA and agency policies.
  • Attended trainings, workshops related to current trends in the field of psychology, mental health counseling.
  • Adhered to ethical standards outlined by professional organizations such as APA or ACA.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

Southern Illinois University Carbondale
Carbondale, IL
08-2020

Master of Science - Clinical Mental Health Counseling

Capella University
Minneapolis, MN

Some College (No Degree) - Undergraduate Courses

John A Logan College
Carterville, IL

Skills

  • Building positive rapport
  • Time management and scheduling
  • Organization, communication, interpersonal, and team building skills
  • Empathy and leadership qualities
  • Treatment Planning
  • Diagnosing
  • Compliance requirements
  • Progress assessment
  • Analytic and Computer Literacy

Affiliations

  • reading
  • hiking
  • cooking
  • cleaning
  • traveling

Timeline

Therapist

Children's Home Association Of Illinois
08.2020 - Current

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

Southern Illinois University Carbondale

Master of Science - Clinical Mental Health Counseling

Capella University

Some College (No Degree) - Undergraduate Courses

John A Logan College