Ashley Gilliam
Cumberland,KY
Summary
My name is Ashley Gilliam, and I am a registered LPCA in the state of Kentucky, I am currently studying for the NCE so that I can pass and become an LPCC very soon! I am a personable counselor with proven history of improving effectiveness of workplace communication and coordination, as well as a computer-literate professional who adapts quickly to new software and programs. I'm bringing strong written and verbal communication skills and proficiency in recordkeeping and professional writing. I have had personal experience with domestic violence that I had to overcome as well as PTSD. In my personal life, I am on hand with autism daily, as my son suffers from autism. From March 2015-December 2019 I worked at Cumberland River Behavioral Health as a TRP Aide, which stands for "Therapeutic Rehabilitation Program" and is a day treatment for adults with mild-chronic mental illnesses. I interned at ARC Lydia's House for 3 years in both undergrad and grad programs to better help this specific population. I am a resourceful counseling professional with experience in providing individual and group support to help clients suffering from substance abuse issues, as well as behavioral health issues. I am skilled in developing and implementing treatment plans, conducting assessments and providing referrals to external resources if needed. I am committed to advocating for client rights and helping build positive coping skills. I am known to be a persistent advocate for my clients in order to better help them meet their goals.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Substance Abuse Counselor
Addiction Recovery Care
08.2023 - Current
- Provided supervision and mentorship to counseling interns, fostering professional development within the field of addiction treatment.
- Established trusting relationships with clients, and coworkers alike by creating an open dialogue about their experiences and challenges related to substance abuse.
- Provided crisis intervention services when necessary, deescalating situations and connecting clients with appropriate resources.
- Collaborated with employment specialists to support clients in their job search and workforce reintegration goals.
- Led educational workshops on addiction prevention and awareness, promoting community understanding of substance abuse issues.
- Advocated for clients'' needs within the legal system, ensuring access to essential services and support during rehabilitation efforts.
- Reduced substance abuse relapse rates by implementing evidence-based counseling strategies and treatment plans.
- Increased patient engagement in group therapy sessions by fostering a safe and supportive environment for open communication.
- Facilitated family involvement in the recovery process, providing education on addiction dynamics and supporting healthy communication skills among family members.
- Maintained accurate documentation of client progress, facilitating informed decision-making within the treatment team.
- Developed goal-oriented psychoeducational and activity therapy groups to improve clients' level of functioning.
- Completed required documentation for continued therapy coverage by insurance companies to meet deadlines.
- Developed relapse prevention strategies for clients transitioning out of treatment programs, empowering them to maintain long-term sobriety.
- Conducted thorough assessments of clients'' needs, identifying appropriate interventions and therapies for optimal results.
TRP Aide
Cumberland River Behavioral Health
03.2015 - 12.2019
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Provided grooming and mobility assistance to support daily living needs.
- Organized and participated in fun and educational groups and activities daily, with adults that were clients of TRP.
- Transported client to medical appointments and grocery shopping.
- Organized groups about medication management and reminded about taking each on schedule.
- Offered caring companionship and emotional support. With a client base of 72, there was many times when the TRP director was in an individual session with a client, and I as an aide would have to take a client in my office to allow them to talk or vent about their problems. I used this as an opportunity to work on my counseling skills.
- I sat up transportation for every single client as well as completed daily registers for billing.
- I conducted daily groups on medication management, grocery shopping on a budget, hygiene care, house cleaning, self care, coping skills for daily living especially for holidays, etc.
Education
Master of Arts - Human Development And Counseling
Lindsey Wilson College
Columbia, KY12.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Human Development And Family Studies
Lindsey Wilson College
Columbia, KY12.2020
Associate of Science - Psychology
Southeast Kentucky Community And Technical College
Cumberland, KY12.2020
Skills
- I have worked around many different diagnosis such as: paranoid schizophrenia, schizoaffective disorder with psychotic features, narcissistic personality disorder, bipolar disorder, depression, anxiety, PTSD, OCD, victims of domestic violence, clients suffering with psychosis, and substance use disorder, just to name a few
- At ARC, I have made the list several times for top billing clinicians (Can provide proof)
- I understand how to bill for certain insurances
- I understand how to conduct groups and individuals
- I also worked with MR clients from the ADT program suffering from trauma that spurred on addiction
- Record-book keeping
- Information Confidentiality
- Special Needs Education
- Cultural Sensitivity
- Follows protocol and proper chain of command
- Active Listening
- Client Needs Assessment
- Individual Therapy
- Family Counseling
- Clinical Documentation
- Intervention Planning
- Boundary Setting
- Crisis Management
- Crisis Intervention
- Client Confidentiality
- Goal Setting
- Outreach activities
- Motivational Interviewing
- Addiction Assessment
- Relapse Prevention
- Substance detoxification
- Psychoeducational Delivery
- Co-occurring Disorders
- Self-Care Promotion
- Anger Management
- Dual Diagnosis Treatment
- Medication-Assisted Treatment
- Effective Communication
- Group facilitation
- Reliability
Timeline
Substance Abuse Counselor
Addiction Recovery Care
08.2023 - Current
TRP Aide
Cumberland River Behavioral Health
03.2015 - 12.2019
Master of Arts - Human Development And Counseling
Lindsey Wilson College
Bachelor of Arts - Human Development And Family Studies
Lindsey Wilson College
Associate of Science - Psychology
Southeast Kentucky Community And Technical College