Amber Colt
Carmel,IN
Summary
Experienced mental health professional with a passion for client advocacy. Dedication to providing education and support to young adults struggling with mental health. Passionate, informed approach to educating and empowering neurodivergent young adults. Eager to assist students in achieving success in higher education.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Mental Health Therapist
Self Employed
Carmel, IN
11.2021 - Current
- Provide individual therapy to adolescents and young adults struggling with depression, anxiety, autism and ADHD.
- Use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy techniques.
- Communicate with schools and mental health professionals to advocate for client needs.
- Facilitate education and implementation of strategies to address difficulties related to Autism Spectrum diagnosis.
Outpatient Behavioral Health Therapist
Franciscan Behavioral Health
Indianapolis, IN
08.2002 - 09.2022
- Provided individual, family and group therapy to adolescents and young adults struggling with autism, anxiety, ADHD and depression.
- Participated in multi disciplinary team to coordinate care of clients.
- Communication with schools and other mental health providers to advocate for clients' needs.
Education
Master of Arts - Social Work
Tulane University
New Orleans, LA12-1994
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Eastern Illinois University
Charleston, IL05-1993
Skills
- Client Goal Planning
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Treatment Planning
- Developing Relationships
- Individual Counseling
- Client Advocacy
- Education and Support
Certification
- Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Timeline
Mental Health Therapist
Self Employed
11.2021 - Current
Outpatient Behavioral Health Therapist
Franciscan Behavioral Health
08.2002 - 09.2022
Master of Arts - Social Work
Tulane University
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Eastern Illinois University