Angelica Thomas
Fontana,CA
Summary
A passionate and reliable psychological associate with 7 years of experience in providing therapeutic interventions. Skilled in utilizing various therapeutic modalities to help clients overcome challenges and achieve personal growth.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Psychological Associate
Collaborative Psychology Group
10.2022 - Current
- Administers up to 4 psychological assessments per week, including cognitive tests, personality assessments, and diagnostic interviews, to evaluate cognitive, emotional, and behavioral functioning.
- Provides individual and couples therapy using evidence-based therapeutic modalities.
- Manages caseload of 40+ clients.
- Develops and implements treatment plans for clients with various mental health concerns, including depression, anxiety, trauma, and neurodevelopmental disorders.
- Collaborates with psychologists, nurse practitioners, social workers, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate comprehensive care of clients.
- Delivers psychoeducation to clients and their families to enhance understanding of mental health conditions and treatment strategies.
- Maintains accurate and confidential documentation of client sessions, assessments, and progress notes in electronic health record (EHR) systems.
- Participates in team meetings and clinical supervision to enhance professional development and ensure quality care delivery.
- Assists Practicum students, sharing valuable insights gained from personal experience and professional development.
- Provides crisis intervention services to stabilize clients experiencing acute mental health episodes when needed.
Predoctoral Psychology Intern
Wright Institute Los Angeles
10.2021 - 10.2022
- Provided individual psychodynamic therapy to clients with various presenting problems Including Generalized Anxiety Disorder, Major Depressive Disorder, and Panic Disorder.
- Developed and maintained professional rapport with clients, establishing a trusting therapeutic relationship conducive to progress.
- Conducted phone intakes and referred clients to appropriate resources based on individual needs.
- Maintained accurate and timely clinical documentation, ensuring adherence to ethical guidelines and best practices in recordkeeping.
- Provided crisis intervention support during emergency situations, helping clients navigate acute distress while maintaining safety protocols.
- Applied ethical principles throughout all professional interactions, maintaining the highest standards of confidentiality and integrity.
Associate Marriage & Family Therapist
Able Mediation and Counseling Services
09.2019 - 08.2021
- Conducted intake and needs assessments to set therapeutic goals and establish professional relationships with clients.
- Conducted individual and couples therapy sessions to address a variety of mental health issues, including relationship conflicts, communication difficulties, and emotional distress.
- Facilitated anger management groups to provide psycho-education and insight into maladaptive coping mechanisms.
- Maintained accurate and thoroughly documented notes and client records in accordance with licensing standards.
- Assisted clients in locating resources for shelter or additional services when needed.
- Mediated conflicts within families to clarify and resolve underlying issues.
- Provided psychoeducation to clients on mental health conditions, fostering understanding and self-awareness.
- Utilized play therapy techniques with children to facilitate expression of emotions and processing of traumatic experiences.
Marriage & Family Therapist Trainee
San Bernardino County Preschool Services
05.2018 - 06.2019
- Utilized behavioral therapy techniques with children ages 3 to 5, who were presenting various behavioral and neurodevelopmental problems.
- Conducted intake and needs assessments to set therapeutic goals and establish professional relationships with clients.
- Enhanced children's emotional well-being by implementing individualized play therapy techniques.
- Consulted with teachers regarding classroom accommodations needed for students receiving play therapy services.
- Offered parenting education sessions tailored towards individual parent-child dynamics, promoting positive interaction patterns over time.
- Established a safe environment where clients felt comfortable sharing personal experiences without fear of judgment or criticism.
- Maintained accurate and thoroughly documented notes and client records in accordance with licensing standards.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive care for clients and their families.
- Served as an advocate for client needs within the broader mental health system, working closely with other providers to ensure seamless care coordination efforts.
Career Counselor Graduate Intern
Cal Poly Pomona
08.2017 - 08.2018
- Enhanced student career development by conducting individual counseling sessions and group workshops.
- Counseled 20+ clients one-on-one regarding current situation, desires, aptitudes, education, and employment history.
- Facilitated Workshops for groups of 25+ students on various topics concerning transitioning from college to the professional world; such as career planning and job-search topics.
- Developed career and education plans based on individual needs.
- Maintained accurate records of all individual counseling sessions, tracking progress toward defined goals over time.
- Coordinated events for job fairs and workshops.
- Assisted clients in building successful job search strategies.
- Attended job fairs and visited classrooms to provide information to prospective job seekers.
- Served as a liaison between the Culture Center and Career Center, fostering cross-functional collaboration for student success.
Education
Psy.D In Applied Clinical Psychology -
The Chicago School of Professional Psychology
Anaheim, CA03.2024
Master of Arts - Counseling Psychology
National University
Riverside, CA01.2019
Skills
- Empathetic Communicator
- Online Teaching Experience
- Proficient in administering psychological assessments, including intelligence tests (eg, WAIS), personality assessments (eg, MMPI), and diagnostic tools (eg, DSM-5)
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to establish rapport and build therapeutic alliances with diverse client populations
- Knowledge of multicultural issues and sensitivity to the needs of diverse cultural backgrounds
Certification
- Registered Psychological Associate (PSB84026982)
- Associate Marriage and Family Therapist (License #117709)
- Associate Professional Clinical Counselor (License #7550)
- Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR: Level 1 trained)
Timeline
Psychological Associate
Collaborative Psychology Group
10.2022 - Current
Predoctoral Psychology Intern
Wright Institute Los Angeles
10.2021 - 10.2022
Associate Marriage & Family Therapist
Able Mediation and Counseling Services
09.2019 - 08.2021
Marriage & Family Therapist Trainee
San Bernardino County Preschool Services
05.2018 - 06.2019
Career Counselor Graduate Intern
Cal Poly Pomona
08.2017 - 08.2018
Psy.D In Applied Clinical Psychology -
The Chicago School of Professional Psychology
Master of Arts - Counseling Psychology
National University
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