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ALICIA JOHNSON

Melrose Park,IL

Summary

Dynamic and compassionate psychotherapist with extensive experience in child, adolescent, and adult therapy, proficient in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and psychodynamic approaches. Over 1,000 hours of dedicated service provided to diverse populations, effectively addressing challenges such as trauma, addiction, and crisis management. Committed to integrating innovative, evidence-based techniques while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive, client-centered support. Passionate about fostering resilience and promoting mental well-being through tailored therapeutic interventions.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Psychotherapist

Pilsen wellness center Melrose Park
10.2024 - Current
  • Conducted individual therapy sessions for diverse client needs.
  • Developed treatment plans based on comprehensive assessments.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance client care.
  • Provided crisis intervention and support during emergencies.
  • Provided psychotherapy services including cognitive behavioral therapy, trauma-focused therapy, and family systems therapy.
  • Referred clients to external resources for additional support.care teams to ensure comprehensive patient support

Psych Extern

Hartgrove Behavioral Health System
05.2024 - 08.2024
  • Provided individual and group counseling using CBT and other theories, including crisis intervention, focusing on traumas
  • Addressed issues including addiction, self-harm, suicidal and homicidal ideation, and behavioral problems
  • Worked with pediatric, adolescent, adult, and elderly populations
  • Completed 340 hours of direct and indirect service

Library Student Assistant

Wheaton College Library
06.2023 - 08.2024
  • Worked maximum 20 hours per week

Counseling Intern

Outreach Warrenville
06.2023 - 05.2024
  • Provided individual and family counseling within the community
  • Focused on anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, anger management, and stress management
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams, including DCFS and school counselors
  • Used eclectic theoretical framework including mindfulness, music therapy, art therapy, CBT, and other modalities
  • Completed 265 hours of direct and indirect service

Barista & Cashier

Wheaton College Sam's Cafe & Stupe
09.2022 - 04.2024
  • Worked maximum 20 hours per week

Tele-Counselor

OCAN-Online Counseling Accessing Networking
09.2020 - 06.2022
  • Created online counseling forum during COVID-19 pandemic
  • Provided support for career guidance, depression, and loneliness

Volunteer Medical and Psychiatric Social Worker

Bethesda Leprosy Hospital & Holland Wharf Girls Hostel
01.2021 - 12.2021
  • Provided pre- and post-HIV/AIDS test counseling for individuals and families
  • Conducted psychoeducation related to HIV/AIDS, Menstrual Hygiene, and Mental Health
  • Coordinated programs and English classes for disadvantaged children

Volunteer Social Worker

Joseph Ministries
08.2019 - 12.2020
  • Linked clients with community services and resource agencies
  • Conducted family-centered, strengths-based, culturally competent assessments

Psychiatric Social Worker

Chaitanya Institute of Mental Health
11.2019 - 03.2020
  • Developed individualized treatment plans for patients with schizophrenia, bipolar affective disorder, substance abuse/addiction, dementia, and other psychiatric illnesses

Education

M.A. Clinical Mental Health Counseling -

Wheaton College
08.2024

Master's in Medical and Psychiatric Social Work (M.P.S.W) - undefined

School of Social Work Roshni Nilaya
05.2019

Bachelor of Social Work - undefined

Rajagiri College of Social Science
05.2017

Skills

  • Crisis Intervention
  • Trauma Care
  • Psycho-Social Assessments
  • Group Facilitation
  • Case Management
  • Life Skills Development
  • First Aid
  • CPR
  • CBT
  • Play Therapy
  • Art Therapy
  • Music Therapy
  • Multicultural competence

Certification

  • IELTS
  • Duolingo
  • CPI
  • IM-CANS

LANGUAGES

English (Native)
Malayalam (Native)
Hindi (Highly proficient)

LINKS

LinkedIn: linkedin.com.

Timeline

Psychotherapist

Pilsen wellness center Melrose Park
10.2024 - Current

Psych Extern

Hartgrove Behavioral Health System
05.2024 - 08.2024

Library Student Assistant

Wheaton College Library
06.2023 - 08.2024

Counseling Intern

Outreach Warrenville
06.2023 - 05.2024

Barista & Cashier

Wheaton College Sam's Cafe & Stupe
09.2022 - 04.2024

Volunteer Medical and Psychiatric Social Worker

Bethesda Leprosy Hospital & Holland Wharf Girls Hostel
01.2021 - 12.2021

Tele-Counselor

OCAN-Online Counseling Accessing Networking
09.2020 - 06.2022

Psychiatric Social Worker

Chaitanya Institute of Mental Health
11.2019 - 03.2020

Volunteer Social Worker

Joseph Ministries
08.2019 - 12.2020

Master's in Medical and Psychiatric Social Work (M.P.S.W) - undefined

School of Social Work Roshni Nilaya

Bachelor of Social Work - undefined

Rajagiri College of Social Science

M.A. Clinical Mental Health Counseling -

Wheaton College

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