Anna Dittenhauser
Greenville,SC
Summary
Compassionate Licensed Professional Counselor with experience across diverse settings, focused on helping individuals overcome personal, interpersonal, and familial obstacles. Reliable, dedicated, and adaptable, with a broad range of experience delivering comprehensive therapeutic treatment interventions, case management services, and psycho-educational wellness workshops and programs for various community and workplace organizations. Highly accomplished in fostering meaningful relationships, developing effective short-term and long-term plans to achieve client goals, and addressing complex considerations governing assessment and treatment, while bringing familiarity with numerous diagnoses and treatment protocols.
Strong work ethic and effective communication skills, eager to contribute to a dynamic team, and support organizational goals in both clinical and non-clinical roles.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Licensed Professional Counselor
GIFT Counseling Center for Wellness, LLC
Greenville, SC
11.2021 - Current
- Conducted diagnostic and intake assessments for each client to determine therapy needs.
- Delivered extensive therapy while adhering to best practices in all sessions, while following appropriate methodology to deliver optimum counseling interventions that meet individual needs.
- Developed and implemented holistic wellness programs and presentations to promote healthy lifestyles for individuals in the workplace, schools, and medical settings.
- Consulted with organizations regarding workplace wellness initiatives.
- Researched trends in the mental and emotional health and wellness industry and identified ways to incorporate them into our existing holistic treatment approaches.
- Maintained all necessary legal and ethical paperwork and documented clinical notes thoroughly.
- Engaged in ongoing professional development to remain current with counseling techniques.
- Coordinated resources to support clients and help each achieve targets.
- Collected personal data and insurance information to complete necessary intake documentation.
- Provided consultation services on diagnosis and assessment techniques to mental health professionals.
- Collaborated with healthcare providers and social workers to ensure coordinated client care.
Intensive Outpatient Counselor (Graduate Intern)
Carolina Family Services, LLC
Greenville, SC
08.2020 - 05.2021
- Conducted individual and family counseling sessions, as clinically indicated, to provide psychotherapeutic interventions and establish and assess treatment goals.
- Organized workshops and seminars on topics relevant to family counseling such as parenting skills, anger management, conflict resolution.
- Recorded comprehensive patient histories and coordinated treatment plans with multi-disciplinary team members.
- Provided case management services to support reunification efforts including referrals for individual or family counseling.
- Provided individual, group, and family counseling sessions to address mental health issues.
- Participated in professional development activities such as attending workshops or seminars related to marriage and family counseling topics.
- Delivered extensive individual and family counseling services through applicable theoretical modalities, inclusive clinical knowledge, and DSM-5 diagnostic expertise.
- Exhibited crisis intervention dexterity.
- Provided clinical diagnosis, psychoeducation, and disease management services for diverse clients and families.
Acute Adult Outpatient Therapist (Graduate Intern)
Greenville Mental Health Center (SCDMH)
Greenville, SC
01.2020 - 05.2020
- Comprehensive clinical experience providing integrative psychiatric treatment for diverse populations, such as those within the criminal justice system for societal reintegration, veterans, and patients/clients with extensive abuse histories.
- Utilized advanced clinical skills and expertise to troubleshoot complex problems and implement solutions for crisis interventions.
- Collaborated with healthcare providers to ensure comprehensive client support.
- Coordinated all individualized treatment plans for dual diagnoses, co-morbid Substance Use Disorders.
- Maintained accurate records of client information in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
- Provided crisis intervention and support during emergency situations.
- Educated clients on available community resources and support services.
- Facilitated clinical assessments, and implemented diagnostic tools relevant to each client's personal history and treatment goals.
- Documented all observations, interventions, and concerns in electronic client charts to ensure a continuum of care from admission to discharge.
- Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.
Clinical Treatment Lead
A Child's Haven
Greenville, SC
11.2018 - 02.2020
- Facilitated play therapy and modeled behavioral modification strategies for children and parents/caregivers with diverse psychological, behavioral, and intellectual needs.
- Implemented trauma-informed interventions to facilitate social, emotional, and cognitive development through age-appropriate enrichment activities.
- Completed daily clinical documentation per Medicaid and HIPAA standards.
- Participated in weekly treatment team meetings to discuss client goals, progress, and future treatment needs and qualifications.
- Provided support and guidance to colleagues to maintain a collaborative work environment.
- Worked successfully with a diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our treatment and wellness programs.
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
Early Intervention Specialist & Case Manager
Bright Start, LLC
Greenville, SC
02.2018 - 11.2018
- Assessed clients to identify obstacles and goals, and plan IEPs, IFSPs, Family Service Plans, and Individual Services Plans accordingly.
- Conducted developmental screenings and comprehensive evaluations to identify clinically relevant cognitive, physical, mental/emotional, and interpersonal delays or disabilities.
- Performed weekly in-home intervention visits to collect data and assess developmental, behavioral, psychological, and/or intellectual needs.
- Implemented therapeutic activities to support motor and cognitive skills.
- Provided crisis intervention when necessary for families experiencing difficulty managing behaviors at home, or in public settings.
- Maintained accurate records of client visits, progress notes, treatment plans, and IFSPs according to agency policies and procedures, as well as Medicaid and other regulatory standards.
- Coordinated referrals, services, and community resources with other professionals in the field for holistic, age-appropriate support.
- Collaborated with families to enhance child development strategies at home.
- Developed transition plans from early intervention services into school settings as appropriate.
- Delivered advisement and information on implementation methods for modeled interventions.
- Participated in weekly treatment team meetings to discuss client goals, progress, and effective interventions.
Education
Education Specialist - Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Clemson University
Clemson, SC05.2021
Master of Education - Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Clemson University
Clemson, SC05.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology Counseling
Coker University
Hartsville, SC2017
Accomplishments
- Extensive clinical treatment approaches through evidenced-based knowledge/interventions
- Crisis intervention skills
- Dual diagnosis expertise
- Charting and clinical documentation expertise & Microsoft Office proficiencies
- Suicide risk assessments
- Extensive DSM-5 & psychopharmacology knowledge
- Comprehensive leadership & communication skills
- Multicultural Competency skills
- Analytical, strategic thinking skills
- Coordination & team building skills
- Substantial time management & organizational skills
Certification
- Dually trained EMDR Clinician through EMDRIA
- Certified Integrative Somatic Trauma Therapist
- National Certified Counselor (NCC)
- CCTP - Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (US)
References
References available upon request.
Skills
- Mental health assessment
- Behavior modification
- Career guidance
- Counseling
- Case management proficiency
- Database management
- Intake assessments
- Crisis intervention
- Therapeutic expertise
Timeline
Licensed Professional Counselor
GIFT Counseling Center for Wellness, LLC
11.2021 - Current
Intensive Outpatient Counselor (Graduate Intern)
Carolina Family Services, LLC
08.2020 - 05.2021
Acute Adult Outpatient Therapist (Graduate Intern)
Greenville Mental Health Center (SCDMH)
01.2020 - 05.2020
Clinical Treatment Lead
A Child's Haven
11.2018 - 02.2020
Early Intervention Specialist & Case Manager
Bright Start, LLC
02.2018 - 11.2018
Education Specialist - Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Clemson University
Master of Education - Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Clemson University
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology Counseling
Coker University
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