Andrea Bontrager
Goshen,IN
Summary
Respectful, non-judgmental and compassionate mental health therapist with proven track record of helping clients improve mental health and well-being through evidence-based therapeutic approaches. Skilled in selecting and utilizing appropriate treatment modalities and interventions to meet needs of individuals, couples and families. Passionate about helping people manage mental health and improve quality of life with client-centered, strengths-based, holistic and comprehensive mental health services.
Indiana License#34007035A
Michigan License#6801101746
NPI# 1801177134
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Mental Health Therapist
Haelan Counseling Center
07.2017 - Current
- Maintained detailed documentation of client progress, effectively communicating with other healthcare providers as necessary.
- Evaluated treatment effectiveness regularly, adjusting intervention strategies based on client feedback and clinical judgment as required.
- Facilitated family therapy sessions to support communication, boundary setting, and healthy relationships among family members affected by mental health issues.
- Implemented behavioral modification techniques for clients struggling with unhealthy patterns of behavior or thought processes contributing to their mental health challenges.
- Tailored therapeutic approaches to meet the unique needs of diverse client populations, including individuals with substance use disorders and trauma histories.
- Reduced client symptoms of anxiety and depression with cognitive behavioral therapy techniques, mindfulness exercises, and psychodynamic approaches.
Social Worker/Therapist
Oaklawn Psychiatric Center, Inc
08.2011 - 08.2018
- Providing psychotherapy, mediation and conflict transformation for children, adolescents, their families, and any additional involved stakeholders
- Timely completion of psychosocial reports, progress notes, risk assessments, Medicaid procedures, navigating systems for needs including insurance verification, psychosocial assessments and case management
- Active participation and collaboration on a team of providers to discern treatment and best practices
- Interface, collaboration and guidance with and to community stakeholders including Probation, DCS, schools and hospitals.
Independent Contractor
Greenhouse Mental Health
05.2017 - 07.2018
- Providing psychotherapy for seniors in nursing facilities
- Timely completion of psychosocial reports, progress notes, and risk assessments
- Collaboration with nursing home staff on care, goals, treatment and interventions.
Weekend On Call Emergency Assessment Clinician
Goshen Hospital
10.2015 - 05.2017
- Providing emergency psychosocial and risk assessments for patients in the ER in mental health crisis
- Collaborating with attending physician and staff to discern best treatment options for patient
- Timely completion of all related paperwork and collaboration with admitting facilities for prompt placement.
Larimer County Community Corrections Intern
Women's Program
08.2010 - 05.2011
- Individual case management; men and women's dual diagnosis psycho-educational process groups; overseeing processes regarding divorce, child support modifications and protection orders while serving sentences
- GED tutoring, advocacy for victims of sexual and/or domestic violence, research, policy analysis and program development.
Residential Living Specialist
Carmel Community Living Corporation, IMAGINE, Colorado Dept. of Human Services
04.2010 - 07.2010
- Provision of independent living services for consumers, characterized as having developmental disabilities, who utilize benefits through the Colorado Dept
- Of Human Services, IMAGINE
- Medication administration procedures, support in accessing community activities, assistance with daily and household activity if desired, and discussion of emotional reaction and behavior.
Office Manager and Program Coordinator
Harm Reduction Coalition and Opiate Dependence Resource Center
06.2004 - 12.2005
- Analyzed issues of social justice and HIV/STI cause and treatment, including associated addictions
- Assisted in submission of federal grant proposals, and subsequent monitoring
- Coordinated Board of Directors development and initiated strategic planning
- Assistance with the Syringe Exchange Program
- Covered daily office functions including data collection, record keeping and maintaining relationships with consumers and other community providers.
Community Skills Worker
Northeastern Families Institute
09.2003 - 12.2005
- Served as the only female member of a foster care team at a boys' host-home
- Supported daily routines, conflict resolution and took turns leading recreational and skill-building activities and assisted with family visits as requested.
Harm Reduction Specialist Intern
AIDS Project of Southern Vermont
09.2003 - 05.2004
- Performed OraSure HIV Testing, Counseling and Referral Services
- Participated in design, delivery and assessment of the Women's Program, including case management, analyzing root causes of transmission and designing print material.
Education
Master of Social Work, Advanced Generalist Study -
Colorado State University
Fort Collins, CO05.2011
Master of Arts, Social Justice in Intercultural Relations -
SIT Graduate Institute
Brattleboro, VT05.2007
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Arts
University of Kansas
Lawrence, KS05.2002
Skills
Client-Centered Individual, Couples and Family Counseling
Trauma Informed Care: TF-CBT & EMDR
Crisis Prevention and Intervention/Safety Planning
Culturally Competent
Strengths-Based Approach
Resourceful, Reliable and Collaborative
Motivated self-starter with sharp and holistic problem-solving skills
Ability to provide thoughtful reflection and motivation for diverse and wide ranging needs while contributing to individual health and stability
Effective and proven in utilizing various therapy modalities according to identified needs and response of client
Certification
- Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), 2014 #34007035A
- Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) 2016
- #6801101746
- Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Certified, 2016
- Adult and Child CPR, 08/01/11, Oaklawn Psychiatric Center, Inc.
- Indiana Driver's License
Groups/Associations
- RPCV - Returned Peace Corps Volunteers
- National Association of Social Workers (NASW)
- Association of Professional Women
- World Learning Alumni
- Goshen Community Chorale
Office Skills
Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Outlook, Publisher, database functions, social media and internet research.
Awards
- Values in Action Award Nominee, Oaklawn Psychiatric Center, 2012 & 2016
- Americorps Scholarship Recipient, 2010-2011
- Masters International Program Scholarship Recipient, Social Justice and Intercultural Relations, US Peace Corps and SIT Graduate Institute, 2004-2006
- Kansas-Asia Scholars Award Recipient, International Social Work, University of Kansas, 2003
- Golden Key International Honour Society, 2001-2002
- University of Kansas Honor Graduate, 2002
References
Marilyn Draper, LCSW, Therapist, Haelan Counseling Center, Niles, MI, 574/300-9702
Sara Norris, MS, CTRS, Director, Inpatient Therapy, Memorial Hospital, South Bend, IN, 574/229-4313
Kim Neff, LCSW, Oaklawn Psychiatric Center, Inc. Goshen, IN 574/596-1401
Timeline
Mental Health Therapist
Haelan Counseling Center
07.2017 - Current
Independent Contractor
Greenhouse Mental Health
05.2017 - 07.2018
Weekend On Call Emergency Assessment Clinician
Goshen Hospital
10.2015 - 05.2017
Social Worker/Therapist
Oaklawn Psychiatric Center, Inc
08.2011 - 08.2018
Larimer County Community Corrections Intern
Women's Program
08.2010 - 05.2011
Residential Living Specialist
Carmel Community Living Corporation, IMAGINE, Colorado Dept. of Human Services
04.2010 - 07.2010
Office Manager and Program Coordinator
Harm Reduction Coalition and Opiate Dependence Resource Center
06.2004 - 12.2005
Community Skills Worker
Northeastern Families Institute
09.2003 - 12.2005
Harm Reduction Specialist Intern
AIDS Project of Southern Vermont
09.2003 - 05.2004
Master of Social Work, Advanced Generalist Study -
Colorado State University
Master of Arts, Social Justice in Intercultural Relations -
SIT Graduate Institute
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Arts
University of Kansas
- Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), 2014 #34007035A
- Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) 2016
- #6801101746
- Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Certified, 2016
- Adult and Child CPR, 08/01/11, Oaklawn Psychiatric Center, Inc.
- Indiana Driver's License
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