Ashley Dehn
Summary
Empathetic and dependable Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) with extensive experience providing certified DBT, crisis intervention, psychological evaluations and psychotherapy services to adolescents, adults, couples and families. Expertise in treating borderline personality disorder, anxiety, mood disorders, ADHD, OCD and other trauma-related disorders. Understanding and compassionate professional committed to performing all duties in accordance with customary rules of ethics.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor
BetterHelp
03.2021 - Current
- Provides mental health treatment to adolescents, adults and couples remotely.
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor
Transformation Behavioral Health
08.2016 - Current
- Increased client engagement in therapy by building strong rapport, promoting trust, and providing a safe environment for self-exploration.
- Utilized cognitive behavioral approaches and dialectical behavioral therapy in order to help clients become more mindful, effective in interpersonal situations, regulate emotions and cope in crisis events
- Conducted thorough assessments to accurately diagnose mental health disorders and inform appropriate treatment plans.
- Collaborated with DBT consultation team in order to provide evidence based treatment.
- Maintained detailed documentation of client sessions, progress notes, treatment plans, and outcomes to ensure continuity of care.
- Integrated cultural competence into counseling sessions, ensuring sensitivity to diverse client backgrounds and needs.
- Reduced symptoms of borderline personality disorder, OCD, PTSD, ADHD, bipolar disorder, anxiety and depression in clients by utilizing mindfulness techniques and other DBT skills.
- Led both adolescent and adult DBT skills training groups.
- Provided crisis intervention services during emergencies, deescalating situations and connecting individuals with appropriate resources.
- Treated adolescents, adults, couples and families.
- Coached parents on strategies for managing challenging child behaviors, fostering positive parenting practices.
- Experienced in treating military vets.
Tattoo Artist
Gary's Professional Tattooing Studio
11.2010 - Current
- Created custom tattoo designs for customers.
- Educated clients on proper aftercare procedures, minimizing complications and promoting optimal healing results.
- Contributed to a positive studio atmosphere.
Crisis Line Volunteer
Contact USA
01.2013 - 09.2014
- Answered phone calls from people with mental health and life threatening concerns.
- Made reassurance calls to the elderly and mentally ill.
- Practiced active listening, paraphrasing, and reflecting skills.
- Kept detailed records of phone calls.
Cashier
Walmart
06.2007 - 11.2010
- Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
Education
Master of Science - Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Walden University
Minneapolis, MN08.2016
Bachelor of Arts - Social Sciences
Ashford University
Clinton, IA03.2013
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Highland Community College
Freeport, IL12.2011
Skills
- Knowledgeable in the use of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Power Point/Google Docs, Sheets
- Multicultural Competence
- Extremely structured and able to keep organized records
- Great listening and communication skills
- Ability to focus, pay attention, and learn quickly
- Strong leadership qualities
- Strength in creative problem solving
- Committed, punctual, and professional
- Ability to be radically genuine and validating with patients
- Self-motivated and dedicated
Languages
Spanish
Elementary
Timeline
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor
BetterHelp
03.2021 - Current
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor
Transformation Behavioral Health
08.2016 - Current
Crisis Line Volunteer
Contact USA
01.2013 - 09.2014
Tattoo Artist
Gary's Professional Tattooing Studio
11.2010 - Current
Cashier
Walmart
06.2007 - 11.2010
Master of Science - Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Walden University
Bachelor of Arts - Social Sciences
Ashford University
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Highland Community College