Amya Orr
Phoenix,AZ
Summary
Caring, empathetic Addictions and Trauma Therapist with 2 years of experience in clinical settings. Exceptionally talented at building rapport with different patient groups to encourage honesty and growth in recovery from substance abuse. Desire to pursue new role with recovery and mental health group.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
PRN Therapist
Copper Springs
Gilbert, AZ
04.2025 - Current
- Provided crisis intervention and support in high-pressure situations, ensuring patient safety.
- Advocated for patients' rights and needs within the healthcare system to promote holistic well-being.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions, fostering a sense of community and peer support among participants.
- Increased patient satisfaction by providing a compassionate and supportive environment during therapy sessions.
- Conducted thorough assessments to identify patients'' unique therapeutic needs and develop tailored interventions accordingly.
PRN Therapist
Via Linda Behavioral Health Hospital
Scottsdale, AZ
04.2024 - 04.2025
- Enhanced client well-being by implementing evidence-based therapeutic interventions and techniques.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams for comprehensive client care and treatment planning.
- Increased patient satisfaction by providing empathetic, compassionate, and culturally-sensitive therapy services.
- Managed caseloads efficiently, ensuring timely documentation and follow-up on all client interactions.
Clinician /Clinical Case Manager
Soul Surgery
Phoenix
01.2023 - 03.2024
- Built and maintained therapeutic relationships, fostering positive, supportive and empowering client environments.
- Maintained client confidentiality to protect patient privacy.
- Performed assessments to evaluate clients' mental health status, needs and goals.
- Documented client progress to track effectiveness and inform future treatment plans.
- Worked with clinical psychiatrist and primary care physician to review patient progress and update treatment plans.
Intern
Vogue Recovery Center
Phoenix Arizona
12.2022 - 04.2023
- Completed intake assessment forms and filed clients' charts.
- Worked with clinical and operations teams to facilitate client placement and obtain appropriate services for clients.
- Performed crisis intervention and responded promptly to patient emergencies, infusing calm into chaotic circumstances.
- Counseled clients to help understand and overcome personal, social and behavioral problems.
- Maintained up-to-date clinical documentation via electronic recordkeeping systems. (KIPU EHR)
- Observed over 12 individuals and groups to assess, evaluate and predict behaviors.
Case Manager Investigator
Arizona Department Of Child Safety
Phoenix, AZ
06.2022 - 12.2022
- Partnered with physicians, social workers, activity therapists, nutritionists and case managers to develop and implement individualized care plans and documented patient interactions and interventions in electronic charting systems.
- Consulted with clinicians to devise and manage ongoing care plans for at-risk patients.
- Managed caseload of 20 children in welfare system to provide comprehensive, community-based care.
Fraud Analyst
Illinois Department Of Employment Security
Chicago, IL
02.2020 - 05.2022
- Analyzed large amounts of data to find patterns of fraud and anomalies
- Provided exemplary level of customer service to clients and company personnel
- Interviewed witnesses thoroughly, asking appropriate questions to ascertain critical details about each case
- Gathered evidence, which included recorded and written statements, financial documentation and audio materials for examination
- Conducted research, gathered information from multiple sources and presented results
- Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment
Education
Ph.D. - Organizational Leadership
Capella University
Minneapolis, MNMaster of Science - Addiction Counseling
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ04.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Governors State University
Park Forest, IL05.2021
Associate of Arts - Psychology
Prairie State College
Chicago Heights, IL12.2019
Skills
- Treatment Development
- Oral Communication
- Research & Development
- Critical Thinking
- Time Management
- Adaptability
- Microsoft Excel
- Behavioral health
- Addiction Counseling
- Crisis Intervention
- Individual / Group
- Counseling/ Facilitating
- Medical Billing and Coding
- Intake Assessments
Certification
- First Aid/CPR Certified
- Level 1 Fingerprint Clearance Cleared
Timeline
PRN Therapist
Copper Springs
04.2025 - Current
PRN Therapist
Via Linda Behavioral Health Hospital
04.2024 - 04.2025
Clinician /Clinical Case Manager
Soul Surgery
01.2023 - 03.2024
Intern
Vogue Recovery Center
12.2022 - 04.2023
Case Manager Investigator
Arizona Department Of Child Safety
06.2022 - 12.2022
Fraud Analyst
Illinois Department Of Employment Security
02.2020 - 05.2022
Master of Science - Addiction Counseling
Grand Canyon University
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Governors State University
Associate of Arts - Psychology
Prairie State College
Ph.D. - Organizational Leadership
Capella University