Amy Russo
Madera,CA
Summary
Accomplished Associate Marriage and Family Therapist. Adept in empathetic support and effective conflict mediation. Excelles in interdisciplinary collaboration, significantly enhancing client care through innovative treatment planning and psychotherapeutic interventions. Fosters an environment of trust and confidentiality and known for high productivity and efficient task completion.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Associate Marriage and Family Therapist
Sierra Meadows Behavioral Health
Fresno, CA
03.2024 - Current
- Executed detailed intake procedures to assess and identify appropriate treatment plans.
- Conducted individual, couples and family counseling sessions as clinically indicated to provide psychotherapeutic interventions and establish and assess treatment goals.
- Utilized a variety of therapeutic approaches, such as narrative, solution-focused, person-centered, and dialectical behavior therapy, depending on the individual needs of the client.
- Developed treatment plans and discharge strategies, emphasizing achievable goals and objectives.
- Facilitated structured DBT therapy groups comprising 8 to 15 clients in intensive and partial hospitalization settings.
- Participated in interdisciplinary staff meetings and case conferences/consultations to discuss clients' cases and treatment options.
- Coordinated with the client's relatives to establish comprehensive treatment goals and discharge plans.
- Completed documentation promptly, encompassing progress notes and group notes within a set 24-hour timeframe.
- Collaborated with other professionals, such as psychiatrists, case managers, and social workers, to ensure comprehensive care.
- Provided assistance with other programs within the company by facilitating 3-hour therapy groups within their children's program.
AMFT - SUD Mental Health Professional
Turning Point Outpatient and Dragonfly Program
Fresno, USA
01.2021 - 02.2024
- Responsible for providing individual therapy for clients in the criminal justice system who are on AB 109 probation or pre-trial.
- Worked with Fresno County Probation Department to share essential information during treatment.
- Provided psychosocial assessments by interviewing clients about their personal history, current functioning levels, social environment, and lifestyle habits.
- Implemented services addressing both mental health and substance use issues.
- Partnered with psychiatrists to enhance effectiveness of client medication management.
- Achieved 5150 certification.
- Delivered tailored therapy sessions focusing on trauma, grief, depression, and anxiety.
- Interacted with clients experiencing diverse mental health symptoms from mild to severe.
- Delivered crisis intervention support in high-pressure situations.
- Delivered tailored therapy for LGBTQIA+ clients, addressing gender identity and sexuality concerns in marginalized groups.
- Assessed the client's risk of suicide attempts or harmful behavior toward others.
- Reviewed and conducted ASAM SUD assessments, and provided a DSM-5 diagnosis for each client.
- Proficient in EHR (Accucare, Avatar, Sharenet, and SmartCare) and Medi-Cal billing.
- In the Dragonfly Children's Program, provided personalized therapy for children and their families.
- In the Dragonfly Children's Program, collaborated with CPS, school personnel, and treatment team members to provide continuity of care.
Associate Marriage and Family Therapist (AMFT #122974)
Rape Counseling Services (RCS)
Fresno, USA
09.2019 - 12.2020
- Practicum student
- Conducted weekly individual counseling sessions for individuals and children who are survivors of sexual assault or sexual abuse, complete with action plans, standard and alternative therapeutic interventions and activities, and psychoeducation, under licensed supervision, and according to the DSM-5.
- Participated in weekly individual and group supervision.
- Constructed progress notes, evaluations, and recommendations to maintain individual case files.
- Developed individualized treatment plans to address clients' needs.
Child Life Assistant and Program Coordinator for the Big Hearts for Little Hands Volunteer Program
Valley Children’s Hospital
Madera, USA
12.2006 - 12.2020
- Facilitated therapeutic play activities to help children cope with medical procedures and hospitalization.
- Coordinated and executed the annual Teen Career Health Fair and Teddy Bear Health Fair Clinic.
- Facilitated event planning and scheduling for community groups supporting pediatric patients.
- Possess thorough understanding of procedures, terminology, and documentation in the medical field.
- Proficient in EHR, EPIC software.
- Coordinated tasks and supervision for volunteers.
- Worked effectively with Social Work, Chaplaincy, and Case Managers.
- Managed inventory and supplies to ensure that materials were available when needed.
Education
Master’s - Clinical Psychology with an Emphasis in Marriage and Family Therapy
Pepperdine University
Malibu, CA01.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ01.2017
Skills
- Team leadership
- Manages projects effectively
- Punctual
- Inspires Team Engagement
- Empowers Team Members
- Coordinates Decision Execution
- Effective Conflict Mediation
- Cross-Functional Team Engagement
- Focused Listening
- Attention To Detail
- Empathetic Support
- Team Credit Sharing
- Self-care promotion
- Proficient in medical terminology
Certifications & Trainings
- EMDR Trained 2024
- 40 – Hour Sexual Assault Training, 01/20
- 18 – Hour DBT Training Certificate, 01/21
- TF-CBT Training Certificate, 01/23
- Psi Chi Member, 07/20 - Present
- CAMFT Member, 2019 - Present
- Crisis Text Line Volunteer, 05/19 - 2022
- Peer Mentor Pepperdine University, 08/19 - 2020
- Student Ambassador Pepperdine University, 11/19 - 2020
Timeline
Associate Marriage and Family Therapist
Sierra Meadows Behavioral Health
03.2024 - Current
AMFT - SUD Mental Health Professional
Turning Point Outpatient and Dragonfly Program
01.2021 - 02.2024
Associate Marriage and Family Therapist (AMFT #122974)
Rape Counseling Services (RCS)
09.2019 - 12.2020
Child Life Assistant and Program Coordinator for the Big Hearts for Little Hands Volunteer Program
Valley Children’s Hospital
12.2006 - 12.2020
Master’s - Clinical Psychology with an Emphasis in Marriage and Family Therapy
Pepperdine University
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Arizona State University
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