Counseling Psychology instructor with almost 20 years of success working closely with diverse populations. Highly successful practitioner with strengths in promoting learning through hands-on, discussion-based and remote learning strategies.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
2
2
Licenses
Work History
Licensed Counselor and Practice Owner
Midwest Center For Transformational Change
09.2017 - Current
Developed and delivered training on use of the Satir Model in enhancing effectiveness for ASL interpreters.
Developed education program to support adolescent and adult clients in improving experience of self and community outcomes.
Guides 20-25 individual and family clients per week in developing skills and strategies for dealing with problems using Satir Transformational Systemic Therapy.
Supports individual and family clients in identifying strengths, goals, and becoming more fully and effectively themselves.
Implemented evidence-based therapeutic interventions to promote physical, emotional and behavioral transformational healing.
Licensed Mental Health Counselor
Optimae Life Services Behavioral Health
12.2015 - 04.2019
Promoted mental health awareness within the community by organizing workshops and presentations on various mental health topics.
Enhanced client well-being by utilizing evidence-based therapeutic techniques in counseling sessions for 20-30 clients per week.
Strengthened relationships among family members by conducting group therapy sessions focusing on communication and conflict resolution.
Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans, ensuring optimal care for clients.
Performed mental health crisis assessments at two local hospitals on call.
Testified as expert witness at committal hearings.
Psychologist 2
New York State OPWDD And OCFS
01.2009 - 08.2015
Used therapeutic communication techniques to build rapport and guide discussion with patients.
Interviewed, observed and surveyed patients to gain necessary information for psychological diagnosis.
Conducted psychological and psychoeducational assessments as directed and required.
Studied and applied practices from professional reports and literature along with therapies focused on patient needs.
Worked with interdisciplinary teams including educators, law enforcement and medical experts.
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Rochester City School District
05.2008 - 01.2009
Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
Performed observations and recommendations as assigned due to School Psychologist credential.
Applied Behavior Specialist
Arc Of Monroe Health Services
09.2005 - 05.2008
Performed psychological assessments to qualify individuals to receive state-supported medical and psychological services, under supervision.
Developed and implemented mental health counseling treatment plans for individuals needing services, as part of multi-disciplinary team, under supervision.
Worked extensively with individuals with developmental disabilities, their family members and staff.
School Psychologist, Interim
Lansingburgh Central School District
02.2005 - 06.2005
Built positive and productive relationships with students, parents, educators and community resources.
Facilitated interdisciplinary meetings to assess goals and progress.
Collaborated with educators, school administrators and external professionals in development of Individualized Education Plans (IEPs).
Met with students to conduct psychoeducational assessments and determine academic and mental health needs.
Education
No Degree - DBR Level 1
DBR Https://deepbrainreorienting.com
Argyle, Scotland
11.2023
No Degree - Introduction To Substance Abuse
University of Iowa
Iowa City, IA
2021
No Degree - Satir Transformational Systemic Therapy, 120 Hours
Satir Institute of The Pacific
Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
2018
No Degree - EMDR Basic Training
EMDR Consulting
Calmar, IA
01.2018
No Degree - Career Development
State University of New York At Buffalo
Buffalo
2015
No Degree - Prof. Ethics And Standards, Lifespan Development
American Public University System
Charles Town
2015
Master of Science - School Psychology
College of Saint Rose
Albany
12.2004
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Tufts University
Medford
12.1992
Skills
Advanced Counseling Techniques
Training and Supervision of Counselors
Intervention Planning
Crisis Intervention
Treatment Plans
PTSD Specialist
Strong Public Speaker
Self-Care Plan Development
Affiliations
American Counseling Association, Professional Member since 2015
Satir Institute of the Pacific, Clinical Member, since 2016
Certification
LMHC - Licensed Mental Health Counselor (Iowa), License 079943, October 2016 - September 30, 2024.
LCPC - Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (Illinois), License 180.015141, March 2023 - March 31, 2025.
Certified School Psychologist (New York) - Permanent Certification. Certificate number 377933. Awarded 9/1/2011, no expiration date.
Timeline
Licensed Counselor and Practice Owner
Midwest Center For Transformational Change
09.2017 - Current
Licensed Mental Health Counselor
Optimae Life Services Behavioral Health
12.2015 - 04.2019
Psychologist 2
New York State OPWDD And OCFS
01.2009 - 08.2015
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Rochester City School District
05.2008 - 01.2009
Applied Behavior Specialist
Arc Of Monroe Health Services
09.2005 - 05.2008
School Psychologist, Interim
Lansingburgh Central School District
02.2005 - 06.2005
No Degree - DBR Level 1
DBR Https://deepbrainreorienting.com
No Degree - Introduction To Substance Abuse
University of Iowa
No Degree - Satir Transformational Systemic Therapy, 120 Hours
Satir Institute of The Pacific
No Degree - EMDR Basic Training
EMDR Consulting
No Degree - Career Development
State University of New York At Buffalo
No Degree - Prof. Ethics And Standards, Lifespan Development