Angela Johnson, LPC, MS
Drexel Hill
Summary
Compassionate Mental Health Therapist known for productive and efficient task completion. Skilled in cognitive-behavioral therapy, crisis intervention, and group/individual therapy. Excels in empathy, communication skills, fostering positive therapeutic relationships, and promoting mental health wellness.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Licensed Mental Health Therapist
Cornerstone Therapy and Wellness
Malvern
2022.10 - Current
- Prepared and maintained required treatment records and reports.
- Implemented evidence-based interventions, such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or Acceptance and Commitment Therapy.
- Provided crisis intervention services to clients experiencing acute mental health emergencies.
- Conducted therapeutic individual and family therapy sessions.
Licensed Mental Health Therapist
Forensic Mental Health Services
Philadelphia
2019.06 - 2022.10
- Collaborated with mental health professionals and other staff members to perform clinical assessments or develop treatment plans.
- Facilitated psychoeducational groups in order to increase awareness of mental health issues.
- Met with probation officers utilizing the containment model to exchange necessary information during the treatment process.
Assistant Manager
Springfield Country Club
Springfield
2008.05 - 2019.08
- Supervised staff during their shifts to ensure tasks are completed efficiently.
- Resolved complaints from customers in a timely manner while maintaining professionalism at all times.
- Checked pool equipment and area daily to spot and correct safety issues.
Clinical Therapist Intern
Specialized Counseling Associates
Bridgeport
2018.08 - 2019.07
- Communicated effectively with other healthcare professionals regarding patient care plans.
- Conducted mental health counseling using evidence-based practices and clinical models in both individual and group settings.
Behavioral Health Therapeutic Staff Support Worker
Child and Family Focus
Audubon
2017.01 - 2019.06
- I worked as a previous intern at the organization, shadowing clinicians in their Family-Based Therapy department.
- Monitored client progress towards therapeutic goals through regular follow-up sessions.
- Established positive rapport with clients by demonstrating empathy and understanding of their struggles.
- Attended clinical supervision sessions as required by licensing regulations, agency policies, procedures.
Therapist Intern
The Women's Center of Montgomery County
Montgomery County
2016.05 - 2017.01
- Provided hotline counseling to domestic violence victims by utilizing interventions such as attentive listening, quick responses, and multitasking.
- I attended outreach events, including speaking to different schools and organizations to provide the community with psychoeducation regarding domestic violence.
- Attended court hearings as an emotional support when required.
Education
Masters of Science - Clinical and Counseling Psychology
Chestnut Hill College
Philadelphia, PA07.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology and Sociology
Cabrini University
Radnor, PA05.2017
Skills
- Crisis intervention
- Treatment planning
- Psychoeducation facilitation
- Group therapy facilitation
- Time management
- Patient progress monitoring
Certification
- Playful Approaches to Trauma Focused-Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) / State of Pennsylvania / August 2021
Publications
Smith, T., Brumskill, R., Johnson, A., Zimmer, T., The impact of teacher language on students' mindsets and statistics performance, Social Psychology of Education, 03/10/18, http://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s11218-018-9444-z
Achievements
- Member of Alpha Kappa Delta, Sociology's National Honors Society
- Member of Psi Chi, Psychology's National Honors Society
Timeline
Licensed Mental Health Therapist
Cornerstone Therapy and Wellness
2022.10 - Current
Licensed Mental Health Therapist
Forensic Mental Health Services
2019.06 - 2022.10
Clinical Therapist Intern
Specialized Counseling Associates
2018.08 - 2019.07
Behavioral Health Therapeutic Staff Support Worker
Child and Family Focus
2017.01 - 2019.06
Therapist Intern
The Women's Center of Montgomery County
2016.05 - 2017.01
Assistant Manager
Springfield Country Club
2008.05 - 2019.08
Masters of Science - Clinical and Counseling Psychology
Chestnut Hill College
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology and Sociology
Cabrini University