Alyssa Gunderson
Eugene
Summary
LMSW with over 5 years of experience in interdisciplinary teamwork and leadership, excelling in holistic care for diverse clientele. Demonstrates strengths in conflict management and problem-solving, while fostering a supportive and inclusive therapeutic environment. Committed to continuous learning and implementing innovative strategies to enhance client outcomes and professional growth.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Therapist
West Michigan Psychological Services
12.2022 - Current
- Manage a diverse client caseload using evidence based therapies to achieve measurable outcomes
- Specialized care for neurodivergent clients including diagnoses of ADHD and autism
- Employ crisis intervention techniques and motivational interviewing to address acute challenges
- Collaborate with external providers, families, and systems to ensure holistic client care
- Support clients in developing coping skills, insight, and adaptive behavior changes
Site Supervisor
West Michigan Psychological Services
01.2023 - 12.2024
- Provided weekly clinical supervision for interns and LLMSWs in individual and group formats
- Facilitated onboarding, shadowing, and training experiences for new team members
- Partnered with practice leadership to shape policy and guide practice development
- Coordinated continuing education events with community partnerships for clinical training
Lead Mitigation Specialist
Ottawa Public Defender
01.2022 - 02.2023
- Built and launched the office’s Holistic Defense Program in collaboration with leadership
- Created a statewide support group for defense social workers, hosting monthly meetings
- Chaired a cross-disciplinary subcommittee to develop state-wide policy for mitigation practice
- Provided oversight and supervision for full-time LMSWs working in public defense
- Active participant in Ottawa County’s Mental Health Court
Lead Mitigation Specialist
Muskegon Public Defender
05.2018 - 12.2022
- Delivered high-quality client representation on a multidisciplinary legal team
- Authored detailed mitigation reports to support informed judicial sentencing
- Helped organize a community-wide expungement clinic
- Served on the leadership board that implemented Crisis Intervention Team (CIT) Training
Education
Master of Social Work - Social Work
Grand Valley State University
Allendale, MI05-2019
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Grand Valley State University
Allendale, MI05-2017
Skills
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Leadership & Supervision
- Clinical Assessment & Case Management
- Public Speaking & Training
- Policy Development
- Crisis Response & Trauma-Informed Care
- Treatment Planning
- Client relations
Timeline
Site Supervisor
West Michigan Psychological Services
01.2023 - 12.2024
Therapist
West Michigan Psychological Services
12.2022 - Current
Lead Mitigation Specialist
Ottawa Public Defender
01.2022 - 02.2023
Lead Mitigation Specialist
Muskegon Public Defender
05.2018 - 12.2022
Master of Social Work - Social Work
Grand Valley State University
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Grand Valley State University
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