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Andrea Elliot

Harpers Ferry,WV

Summary

Dynamic Mental Health Therapist at Advanced Behavioral Health Inc.. Proven ability to enhance client outcomes through tailored interventions and strong rapport-building, active listening skills and empathetic communication. Successfully facilitated family and individual therapy, fostering healthier relationships and communication among clients affected by mental health challenges.

Mental health professional prepared to bring compassion and expertise to therapeutic settings. Proven ability to develop tailored treatment strategies and foster client progress. Strong focus on collaboration and adaptability, ensuring reliable support for both clients and team members.

Mental health professional with comprehensive experience in therapeutic practices and adept at fostering positive client outcomes. Strong focus on collaborative team efforts and consistently achieving measurable results. Reliable and adaptable with excellent communication and problem-solving abilities, ensuring effective support in dynamic environments.

Equipped with willingness to learn and poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Mental Health Therapist

Advanced Behavioral Health Inc.
04.2017 - 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.
  • Tailored therapeutic approaches to meet the unique needs of diverse client populations, including individuals with substance use disorders and trauma histories.

Child Protective Services Caseworker

DHHS- Response
10.2016 - 04.2017
  • Reduced the risk of abuse or neglect through proactive monitoring visits to homes, schools, and other relevant settings.
  • Enhanced communication between families and service providers by serving as a liaison and facilitating regular meetings.
  • Developed strong rapport with clients by building trust through empathy, active listening, and cultural sensitivity.
  • Advocated for children''s best interests in court proceedings, presenting clear documentation of case findings and recommendations.

Education

Master of Social Work - Social Work

University of Maryland, Baltimore County
Baltimore, MD
10-2016

Skills

  • Individual counseling
  • Child and adolescent counseling
  • Crisis intervention
  • Building rapport
  • Treatment Planning
  • Family therapy
  • Evidence-based therapy
  • Safety and risk assessments
  • Tracking client progress
  • Interdisciplinary collaboration
  • Research and evaluation
  • Problem-solving
  • Excellent communication
  • Team collaboration
  • Adaptability and flexibility

Interests

  • I enjoy helping others and giving back to the community
  • Backpacking and Hiking
  • Youth mentor, providing guidance and support to empower the next generation of leaders

Timeline

Mental Health Therapist

Advanced Behavioral Health Inc.
04.2017 - Current

Child Protective Services Caseworker

DHHS- Response
10.2016 - 04.2017

Master of Social Work - Social Work

University of Maryland, Baltimore County