Alissa Garcia
San Diego
Summary
Skilled Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor with a proven track record at JRHG Juvenile Detention Facility, adept in Motivational Interviewing and fostering multicultural competence. Excelled in improving treatment plans and client progress through innovative addiction recovery support, achieving significant long-term success. Demonstrates exceptional verbal communication and a client-centered approach, ensuring comprehensive care and support.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor
Creer Counseling Concepts, PC
07.2010 - Current
- Provided Substance Abuse services to clients referred by the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services.
- Promoted a safe and inclusive therapeutic environment for all clients by adhering to ethical guidelines and maintaining confidentiality.
- Conducted Substance Abuse assessments to clients who presented concern for substance abuse involvement to the department.
- Provided Substance Abuse Individual counseling to clients who met criteria for services.
- Provided Substance Abuse Family counseling to clients who met criteria for services.
- Provided crisis intervention services when necessary, stabilizing clients in distressing situations.
Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor
JRHG Juvenile Detention Facility
07.2010 - 07.2014
- Conducted thorough assessments to identify clients'' needs and establish appropriate counseling strategies.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive care for clients struggling with addiction.
- Improved treatment plans for better client progress and long-term success.
- Maintained accurate documentation of client progress, ensuring compliance with state regulations and facility policies.
- Evaluated treatment outcomes using validated assessment tools to measure program effectiveness and make data-driven decisions about service delivery improvements.
- Provided crisis intervention services when necessary, stabilizing clients in distressing situations.
- Developed individualized treatment plans, addressing clients'' unique challenges and goals.
Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor, Intern
JRHG Juvenile Detention Facility
03.2007 - 07.2010
- Assisted clients in identifying and addressing barriers to treatment, such as transportation challenges or lack of social support.
- Conducted thorough assessments to identify clients'' needs and establish appropriate counseling strategies.
- Promoted a safe and inclusive therapeutic environment for all clients by adhering to ethical guidelines and maintaining confidentiality.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive care for clients struggling with addiction.
- Facilitated family therapy sessions to help clients rebuild relationships affected by addiction issues.
- Delivered group therapy sessions, fostering a supportive environment for clients to share experiences and learn from each other.
- Established rapport with diverse clientele by demonstrating empathy, active listening skills, and genuine concern for their wellbeing.
Education
Master of Arts - Psychology
Texas A&M University - Kingsville
Kingsville, TXBachelor of Arts - Psychology
Texas A&M University - Kingsville
Kingsville, TXSkills
- Client-centered approach
- Verbal Communication
- Relapse Prevention
- Motivational Interviewing
- Multicultural Competence
- Addiction Recovery Support
- Cognitive behavioral therapy
- Co-occurring Disorders
- Individual Counseling
- Group therapy facilitation
- Solution-Focused Brief Therapy
- Boundary Setting
- Treatment Planning
- Family therapy
- Substance Abuse Counseling
- Behavioral Modification
- Providing community referrals
Certification
Certified Anger Resolution Therapist
Certified in Domestic Violence
Certified in Nuturing Parenting Program
Timeline
Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor
Creer Counseling Concepts, PC
07.2010 - Current
Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor
JRHG Juvenile Detention Facility
07.2010 - 07.2014
Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor, Intern
JRHG Juvenile Detention Facility
03.2007 - 07.2010
Master of Arts - Psychology
Texas A&M University - Kingsville
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Texas A&M University - Kingsville
Certified Anger Resolution Therapist
Certified in Domestic Violence
Certified in Nuturing Parenting Program
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