Amanda Friell
Summary
Dedicated professional with strong background in providing evidence-based counseling services to individuals, couples and families. Skilled in developing treatment plans, conducting assessments and documenting progress. Committed to advocating for mental health and well-being of clients.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Internship
Coulee Recovery Center
08.2022 - 12.2022
- Maintained a high level of patient confidentiality to comply with all federal and company regulations.
- Performed weekly supervision of groups and individual assessments.
- Encouraged participants to open up and share thoughts at weekly meetings.
- Listened to clients' concerns and provided encouragement and support.
- Supported individuals dealing with mental health and emotional issues.
- Designed a safe and supportive environment for clients to discuss issues.
- Displayed sensitivity to the cultural and linguistic needs of clients and families served.
Sober Home Manager
Minnesota Association Of Sober Homes
12.2018 - 04.2020
- Oversaw home inventory of supplies and groceries by tracking use and placing new orders.
- Helped individuals with moderate to severe disabilities carry out daily living tasks by coordinating expert support.
- Mentored and coached staff to improve performance and interactions with residents.
- Offered learning opportunities to help residents develop important life skills.
- Kept accounts, resident files and regulatory paperwork current and accurate with diligent attention to administrative requirements.
- Arranged for ongoing housekeeping to keep home areas clean, neat and properly sanitized.
- Managed day-to-day operation of home to comply with regulations and agency standards.
Education
Master of Science - Mental Health Counseling Student
Viterbo University
La Crosse, WI05.2025
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Viterbo University
La Crosse, WI05.2023
Skills
- Psychosocial Assessments
- Coaching Clients
- Mental Health Disorders Knowledge
- Individual and Group Therapy
- Medication Identification
- Clinical Interviewing
- Client Care
- Cultural Sensitivity
- Addiction Treatment
- Best Practices and Standards
Additional Information
Volunteer at Wafer Food Pantry
Member of the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI)
Member of the Alliance to Heal - La Crosse, WI
Black Belt in Karate
References
Alice Holstein, Mentor
(608) 787-7412, aholstein@centurytel.net
Dr. David Saunders Scott, Professor
(608) 796-3719, dpsaunderscott@viterbo.edu
Dr. Stephanie Thorson-Olsen, Professor
(507) 421-6733, sthorsonolesen@antioch.edu
Timeline
Internship
Coulee Recovery Center
08.2022 - 12.2022
Sober Home Manager
Minnesota Association Of Sober Homes
12.2018 - 04.2020
Master of Science - Mental Health Counseling Student
Viterbo University
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Viterbo University
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