Amy Kilpatrick, MA, LCSW-R

The University Counseling Center offers a wide range of psychological services to the campus community, including assessment, short-term psychotherapy, training, outreach and consultation. The Center is also a training site for graduate students in psychology and social work, and clinical supervision and training of social work and psychology interns.

• Provided comprehensive mental health services within a multidisciplinary team at a university-based counseling center serving a diverse student population.
• Contributed to the center’s mission through direct clinical care, program development, consultation, supervision, and training.
• Led development and implementation of campus-wide mental health initiatives, including individual and group referral processes and faculty/staff consultation on student developmental and psychological concerns.
• Delivered culturally competent evaluation, diagnosis, treatment planning, and short-term counseling to students presenting with a wide range of mental health needs.
• Facilitated individual and group therapy, crisis intervention, clinical assessment, outreach programming, and psychoeducational workshops.
• Designed and led a DBT-based skills group frequently filled to capacity; trained additional staff to co-facilitate and expand group offerings.
• Provided clinical supervision and training to social work interns, supporting their professional development and clinical skill-building.
• Coordinated referrals for students requiring specialized services, connecting them with appropriate campus or community resources.
• Recognized as a skilled crisis management counselor, regularly consulted by students, faculty, staff, and family members regarding students of concern.

COVID-19 consultants were a vital part of the collaborative work completed between the University’s Surveillance Testing site, Decker Health Services, Food Services, Office of Emergency Management, Broome County Health Department, students and their families.

• Informed students of COVID-19 test results and provided guidance on current isolation and quarantine protocols, next steps, and available housing options.
• Served as a point of contact for students and families, addressing questions and concerns regarding University COVID-19 policies and procedures.
• Coordinated with Isolation and Quarantine Space Coordinators to facilitate smooth transitions for students entering or exiting designated spaces.
• Maintained and updated University data tracking systems to ensure accurate case documentation and reporting.
• Provided follow-up consultations to answer student questions and ensure ongoing support throughout their isolation or quarantine period.
• Linked students to campus and community resources to address needs related to physical health, mental wellness, academic continuity, and basic needs.
• Delivered crisis intervention, emotional support, and appropriate referrals for students in distress.
• Communicated with family members, faculty, and campus departments to coordinate care and promote student wellbeing.
• Maintained accurate and timely records using the University’s electronic reporting system, ensuring compliance with University, local, state, and federal public health guidelines.

• Provided comprehensive mental health services as part of an interdisciplinary team of psychiatrists, social workers, and nurses in a high-volume outpatient setting.
• Conducted psychosocial assessments, developed individualized treatment plans, and provided ongoing evaluation and clinical monitoring for a socio-culturally diverse adult population with chronic mental illness, substance use disorders, trauma histories, and personality disorders.
• Delivered individual psychotherapy using evidence-based approaches including CBT, DBT, and mindfulness-based techniques, effectively reducing symptoms of anxiety, depression, and maladaptive behavior patterns.
• Facilitated daily psychoeducational and therapeutic groups utilizing cognitive-behavioral and dialectical behavior therapy frameworks.
• Maintained detailed and timely clinical documentation, ensuring communication and coordination with multidisciplinary providers and external care systems.
• Tailored treatment strategies to meet the unique needs of each client, regularly assessing effectiveness and adjusting interventions based on clinical judgment and client feedback.
• Supervised social work interns, supporting the development of their clinical skills through oversight, feedback, and mentorship.
• Served as clinic liaison to the Information Technology department, streamlining use of the agency’s electronic health records system and supporting staff with technical needs.
• Recognized for delivering high-quality, compassionate care and building a strong professional reputation within the local mental health community.

• Provided immediate support at a 24/7 behavioral health contact center, connecting individuals to appropriate care and resources within their communities.
• Delivered real-time assistance to employees seeking mental health services, facilitating access to in-network providers and crisis support.
• Utilized multiple communication platforms to offer guidance, including telephone support and online resource navigation.
• Ensured timely and accurate referrals while maintaining confidentiality and compliance with all privacy regulations.