Arianna Morales, LMFT #101306
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
Licensed therapist seeking growth and development in the healthcare system. Experienced in working with children, adolescents, transitional youth, adults and families. Skilled in brief assessment, treatment, crisis management, collaborating with other mental health professionals, working in a fast pace environment, and providing group supervision. Experienced working in school/University, agency, and Medical/Clinic settings.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Triage Clinician
UCLA Counseling and Psychological Services
11.2017 - Current
- Provide brief screening, assessment, and treatment to all UCLA registered students, varying from an arrange acuity and complexity
- Provide case management to all students, facilitate referral and follow-up between CAPS and campus community resources and providers
- Provide emergency intervention, crisis management stabilization, and assist with hospitalization
- Coordinate cases and consult with campus partners, CAPS staff, administrators, and faculty to enhance social and functioning of students
- Complete required data entry and client notes on a timely manner.
- Facilitate groups and assist in campus outreaches throughout the academic year
School Based Crisis Therapist
Richstone Family Center
12.2012 - 10.2017
- Provided individual therapy and crisis services for Elementary and High school students at various school locations
- Organized and facilitate social skills groups for children grades 1-5 and adolescents 9-12 to psycho-educate and provide appropriate strategies for coping with social situations
- Organized and facilitated parent workshops in Spanish and English
- Conducted intakes, case management and triaged clients to appropriate resources based on their needs
- Maintained progress notes for all clients to ensure proper documentation of sessions and treatment.
- Consulted with teachers and parents to gain in-depth understanding of students.
- Provided individual, couple, and family therapy services at Counseling Center rendered in both English and Spanish
Care Coordinator
Beacon Health Strategies
06.2010 - 12.2012
- Provided telephone triage support as part of the Orange County Mental Health Services Plan
- Conducted crisis assessment, intervention and treatment plan as needed
- Conducted phone intakes and referred clients to appropriate resources based on individual needs
- Acted as liaison with County and health community to ensure continuum health care for members.
Youth Counselor
Pacific Lodge Boys Home
07.2009 - 06.2010
- Provided supervision, protection and care to adolescent’s ages 13 to 18 years of age
- Prepared in group/individual counseling treatment plans and crisis interventions
- Administered consequences and set limits for the behavior of the adolescents in care
- Recorded all events and transported residents to various locations.
Education
Master of Arts - Psychology Emphasis: Marriage and Family Therapy
Phillips Graduate Institute
Chatsworth, CA05.2012
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology, Family Relations
Mount St. Mary’s College
Los Angeles, CA12.2008
Skills
- PNC/Webapps
- Entry level EPIC EHR
- MEDS/MEDS LITE system,
- Medi-Cal/Medicare & IRIS system
- Microsoft programming
- Knowledge in community resources in Los Angeles and Orange County
- Completion of 10 hours web-based training in TF-CBT, CPT, and PCIT
Internship Experience
MFT Trainee/School Based Program
Phillips Counseling Center, Chatsworth, CA
May 2011- May 2012
- Conducted individual therapy sessions with children from 5 to 10 years of age diagnosed with Mood and Anxiety Disorders.
- Prepared family intakes, individual assessments and treatment plans.
- Collaborated with family members, school faculty, and other professionals as needed.
- Maintained progress notes for all clients to ensure proper documentation of session content and interventions.
Employment Network Intern
Familia Unida Living with Multiple Sclerosis, Los Angeles, CA
September 2008 – June 2009
- Researched/Matched job positions for over 20 clients under the “Ticket to Work” program.
- Performed intake interviews, assisted clients with resume building and cover letter writing.
- Assisted in facilitating support groups for disabled clientele and coordinating social events.
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Triage Clinician
UCLA Counseling and Psychological Services
11.2017 - Current
School Based Crisis Therapist
Richstone Family Center
12.2012 - 10.2017
Care Coordinator
Beacon Health Strategies
06.2010 - 12.2012
Youth Counselor
Pacific Lodge Boys Home
07.2009 - 06.2010
Master of Arts - Psychology Emphasis: Marriage and Family Therapy
Phillips Graduate Institute
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology, Family Relations
Mount St. Mary’s College
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