ANI ZAKARYAN, LCSW
Sandy,UT
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Huntsman Mental Health Institute
Salt Lake City
09.2019 - Current
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to develop individualized treatment plans for diverse client populations.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions, fostering a supportive environment for shared experiences and recovery.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure coordinated care and effective communication strategies.
- Implemented evidence-based interventions that improved client engagement and therapeutic outcomes.
Therapist/Supervisor/Owner
Uplift Psychotherapy
Murray
01.2021 - Current
- Facilitated individual and couples therapy sessions to promote emotional well-being.
- Developed and implemented customized treatment plans for diverse client needs.
- Utilized evidence-based therapeutic techniques to enhance client engagement and progress.
- Supervised/managed a team of 6 therapists, fostering professional development and adherence to best practices.
Clinical Therapist
Utah State Prison/Contract Clinician
Salt Lake City, UT
01.2019 - 08.2019
- Implemented structured weekly 35+ sessions providing both group and individual counseling to enhance inmate mental health.
- Achieved significant improvements in client well-being through targeted mental health counseling. Enhanced rehabilitation efforts for sex offenders by implementing effective therapeutic interventions. Fostered a supportive environment that encouraged personal growth and accountability.
- Coordinated biweekly meetings with multidisciplinary teams to drive strategic discussions and decision-making.
- Facilitated preparation of board of parole and probation reports.
Clinical Therapist
Alpha Counseling And Treatment
Salt Lake City, UT
04.2017 - 08.2019
- Provided crisis intervention services, stabilizing patients in acute distress
- Developed and implemented individualized therapy programs addressing trauma, addiction, and behavioral issues.
- Conducted comprehensive psychological assessments to inform treatment plans for diverse inmate populations.
- Maintained detailed documentation of patient progress, enabling accurate evaluation of treatment efficacy.
Psychiatric Technician II
University Of Utah Hospital 5 West Adult Acute Psych Unit
Salt Lake City, UT
07.2015 - 07.2018
- Observe patients to detect behavior patterns and reports observations to medical staff. Ensure safe conditions by applying appropriate emotional and physical support to patients
- Work closely with adults diagnosed with various psychological disorders.
- Attend daily multidisciplinary team meetings
- Assist with supportive therapy for select patients by leading activity and conversation groups.
Graduate Research Assistant
University Of Utah, College Of Social Work
Salt Lake City, UT
08.2017 - 05.2018
- Prepared materials for reports, presentations and submission to peer-reviewed journal publications.
- Supported department members with administrative, research and academic assistance.
- Assisted faculty members with data collection for potential academic publications on Aging in LGBTQ+ Populations
Mental Health Worker
Cottonwood Treatment Center
Salt Lake City, UT
03.2014 - 07.2015
- Provided basic care, therapy and assistance to adolescent patients with mental illness or developmental disabilities.
- Provided assistance with daily activities, monitored patients' conditions and assisted in administering therapeutic care.
- Facilitated group and individual activities
- Worked closely with therapists and nursing staff to ensure the safety of patients
Research Assistant
Utah State University
Logan, Utah
08.2012 - 05.2014
- Organized important paperwork, including participant informed consent waivers and research scope documentation.
- Evaluated potential subject participants to assess suitability for planned studies.
- Assisted faculty members with their research collection and data analysis
Education
Masters of Social Work - School of Social Work
University of Utah
Salt Lake City, UT05.2018
B.S - Psychology/Sociology
School of Psychology, Utah State University
Logan, UT05.2014
One semester of MA - Teaching English
American University of Armenia
Yerevan, Armenia12.2010
B.S - Cultural Studies
Yerevan State University
Yerevan, Armenia05.2010
Skills
- Treatment Planning
- Building rapport
- Crisis intervention
- One-on-one sessions
- Multicultural competence
- Training and mentoring
- Customer service
- Staff management
- Analytical thinking
- Operations management
- Relationship building
- Strategic planning
- Client relations
- Progress evaluations
- Active listening
Accomplishments
Jon M. Huntsman full 4-year scholarship recipient
Languages
English, Armenian and Russian
Timeline
Therapist/Supervisor/Owner
Uplift Psychotherapy
01.2021 - Current
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Huntsman Mental Health Institute
09.2019 - Current
Clinical Therapist
Utah State Prison/Contract Clinician
01.2019 - 08.2019
Graduate Research Assistant
University Of Utah, College Of Social Work
08.2017 - 05.2018
Clinical Therapist
Alpha Counseling And Treatment
04.2017 - 08.2019
Psychiatric Technician II
University Of Utah Hospital 5 West Adult Acute Psych Unit
07.2015 - 07.2018
Mental Health Worker
Cottonwood Treatment Center
03.2014 - 07.2015
Research Assistant
Utah State University
08.2012 - 05.2014
B.S - Psychology/Sociology
School of Psychology, Utah State University
One semester of MA - Teaching English
American University of Armenia
B.S - Cultural Studies
Yerevan State University
Masters of Social Work - School of Social Work
University of Utah