Amelia Rivas
Grosse Ile,MI
Summary
Empathetic Psychotherapist, with 16-year history working within mental health field, Michigan Licensed. Proven to build client rapport and facilitate growth. Experienced facilitating individual and family therapy. Accomplished 16 Psychologist with expertise in mental health research and treatment. Highly skilled at diagnosing and educating patients on mental conditions. History of successful coordination between physicians and other healthcare providers in developing highly individualized treatment plans.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Psychotherapist
WINGS OF FREEDOM PSYCHOLOGICAL CARE, PLLC.
Wyandotte, MI
10.2019 - Current
- Developed individualized treatment plans for clients, incorporating evidence-based interventions.
- Provided psychotherapy services including cognitive behavioral therapy, trauma-focused therapy, and family systems therapy.
- Assessed client needs by conducting initial intake interviews and administering diagnostic assessments.
- Conducted crisis intervention sessions in order to de-escalate situations and provide support for clients in need.
- Maintained accurate records of all clinical activities using electronic medical record software.
- Educated clients on healthy coping strategies to reduce stress levels and improve overall wellbeing.
- Monitored client progress throughout the course of treatment and adjusted therapeutic approaches accordingly.
- Participated in professional development activities such as attending workshops or conferences.
- Adhered to HIPAA confidentiality requirements by safeguarding files.
- Completed detailed documentation of sessions, patient notes and recommendations.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure continuity of care for clients.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions to address mental health issues such as depression and anxiety.
Currently teaching 9-12 grade: Advanced Placement Psychology, CTE, United States History; Civics and Economics
Academy of the Americas High School
Detroit, MI
01.2017 - Current
- Follow the social studies curriculum to teach students of all grades and levels
- Maintains accurate records and grades for all students
- AP Psychology Club and mental health support group
- Provides after school tutoring social studies.
Clinical Psychologist
Cruz Clinic, Psychiatric & Psychological Care
Livonia, MI
09.2014 - 09.2020
- Provides psychological services to children with various needs including adjustment disorder due to divorce parents, depression, anxiety, trauma, ADHD/ADD, development disabilities and autism
- Provided psychotherapy, developed psychological assessment and treatment plan
- Work in conjunction with social workers from school setting when necessary to coordinate treatment for special needs patients.
Clinician/ Case Manager/ Support Coordinator for Children and other individuals with Developmental Disabilities
Southwest Counseling Solutions
09.2013 - 06.2016
- Provides Bilingual English and Spanish services to children and families in the Developmental Disabilities outpatient program
- Developed Psychosocial and psychological assessments, provided IQ testing, developed treatment plans for children
- Provided psychoeducational to parents and clients
- Provided parenting skills and coordination of medical and educational services
- Provided referrals and coordinated educational and medical services when needed
- Participation with medical team of medical reviews for patients
- Provided translation in meetings at the clinical level and education and school setting
- Translation during meeting if necessary
- Maintained accurate documentation and records.
Clinician/Case Manager
Southwest Counseling Solutions
Detroit, MI
05.2007 - 09.2013
- Provided Bilingual English and Spanish psychotherapy services to adults, young adults, and couples
- Services included psychotherapy, psychosocial assessments, psychological assessment, IQ testing, development of treatment plans, psych education, parenting skills and coordination of medical and educational services
- Provided translation during medication review and coordination of psychiatric and medical services when required
- Kept records up to date, progress notes and required training
- Participated in trainings, unit meetings, created power point presentations
- Volunteer of special projects and community involvement
Instructor
Western International High School, Detroit Public Schools
Detroit, MI
06.2001 - 09.2005
- Advance Placement Certification in Psychology
- Bilingual Spanish/English and regular education instructor
- Migrant Program Instructor
- Instruction of Social Studies: U.S
- History, Global issues, Geography, psychology and sociology to students of advance placement, regular education and bilingual education
- Instruction was given in both English and Spanish as required
- Developed bilingual and regular education lessons plans, created lessons for instruction utilizing mix-media (power point, projector, etc.)
- Development or quizzes, tests and exams
- Graded papers, exams, kept record and provided grade
- Participated in after school tutoring, parent-teacher meetings and training.
Instructor
Phoenix Academy, Detroit Public Schools
Detroit, MI
09.1999 - 06.2001
- Bilingual - English as a Second Language Instructor
- Social Studies and Language Arts Instructor
- Provided instruction of English and Literature, English as a Second Language and U.S
- History to Bilingual and regular education students
- Created lessons plans, daily lessons, corrected papers, provided grades and prepared exams for students.
The Early Intervention Center (EIC)
Birmingham
MI
- Worked with children with autism in a school-based setting
- Developed behavioral assessment and treatment plans for children
- Developed, trained and enforce behavioral protocols of children utilizing ABA techniques.
Education
Fellowship Program in Clinical Psychology -
Michigan Psychoanalytic Institute
05.2008
Master of Science in Clinical Behavioral Psychology -
Eastern Michigan University
04.2007
Bachelor of Arts -
Eastern Michigan University
04.1999
Skills
- CBT Psychotherapy
- Behavior Analysis
- Cognitive Therapy
- Problem Focus Coping Therapy
- Psychological Assessment
- Emotional Awareness
- Analytical Thinking
- Client Interviewing
- Report Writing
- DSM-IV Categorizations
- Empathetic
- Dependable
- Goal Oriented
Affiliations
- American Psychological Association (APA)
- Detroit Federation of Teachers
- Women Union Chair for various years while working in CMH
- Afterschool Psychology club and Social Studies Tutoring.
Honors And Awards
SER Metro-Detroit, Jobs for Progress, Inc., Detroit, MI, Journey to Success Award, 10/2002, for outstanding achievements.
Volunteer Experience
- Michigan United, previously known as Reform Immigration for America
- Union Chairperson for AFCSME for Southwest Counseling Solutions
- Union Board Member of AFCSME, Local 1640
References
Available upon request.
Accomplishments
- Road to Success Award, SER Metro-Detroit
- Psychologist License, State of Michigan
- Professional Teaching Certificate, State of Michigan
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Psychotherapist
WINGS OF FREEDOM PSYCHOLOGICAL CARE, PLLC.
10.2019 - Current
Currently teaching 9-12 grade: Advanced Placement Psychology, CTE, United States History; Civics and Economics
Academy of the Americas High School
01.2017 - Current
Clinical Psychologist
Cruz Clinic, Psychiatric & Psychological Care
09.2014 - 09.2020
Clinician/ Case Manager/ Support Coordinator for Children and other individuals with Developmental Disabilities
Southwest Counseling Solutions
09.2013 - 06.2016
Clinician/Case Manager
Southwest Counseling Solutions
05.2007 - 09.2013
Instructor
Western International High School, Detroit Public Schools
06.2001 - 09.2005
Instructor
Phoenix Academy, Detroit Public Schools
09.1999 - 06.2001
The Early Intervention Center (EIC)
Birmingham
Fellowship Program in Clinical Psychology -
Michigan Psychoanalytic Institute
Master of Science in Clinical Behavioral Psychology -
Eastern Michigan University
Bachelor of Arts -
Eastern Michigan University