ASHLEY MCKINNEY
Kansas City,MO
Summary
Empathetic and experienced Licensed Professional Counselor with a strong foundation in trauma-informed care, crisis response, and culturally competent mental health services. Skilled in conducting risk assessments, developing treatment plans, and providing individual, group, and family therapy. Passionate about serving marginalized and underserved populations with integrity and clinical excellence.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Crisis Clinician
Wyandot Center
Kansas City, KS
09.2024 - 04.2025
- - Conducted mental health and crisis evaluations, including risk assessments for suicidal ideation and severe mental illness
- - Performed screenings to determine the necessity of involuntary psychiatric treatment
- - Developed and implemented treatment plans and coordinated referrals for ongoing care
- - Worked with underserved and high-risk populations in a fast-paced, community mental health setting
Licensed Professional Counselor
New Perspectives Counseling Center
06.2023 - 08.2024
- - Provided individual, family, and couples therapy for clients aged 8 and up, both in-person and via telehealth
- - Diagnosed and treated anxiety, depression, PTSD, ADHD, and trauma-related disorders
- - Implemented treatment plans and monitored client progress using CBT, TF-CBT, Mindfulness, and Narrative Therapy
Integrated Care Specialist / Crisis Counselor
COMCARE of Sedgwick County
09.2022 - 06.2023
- - Delivered crisis interventions for suicidal clients and completed 988 Lifeline calls
- - Provided brief therapy, conducted risk assessments, and coordinated follow-up services
- - Documented assessments and care plans meeting medical necessity and CCBHC guidelines
Graduate Counselor Intern (600+ Hours)
WISE Clinic, Wichita State University
01.2021 - 01.2022
- - Provided supervised individual and group counseling using CBT, IFS, and Mindfulness-Based approaches
- - Completed documentation, assessments, and treatment planning
Practicum Student (300 Hours)
SOMA Therapy
01.2021 - 01.2021
- - Addressed anxiety, trauma, and identity concerns in direct counseling sessions
- - Assisted with case management, referral services, and clinical documentation
Petty Officer Second Class, Aviation Boatwain's Mate
U.S. Navy - USS Ronald Reagan (CVN-76)
01.2012 - 01.2016
- - Assisted medical personnel and maintained confidential patient records
- - Supervised and trained flight deck personnel to ensure safety and readiness
Education
M.Ed. - Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Wichita State University
Wichita, KS01.2022
B.S. - Applied Behavioral Science (Community Health Emphasis), Psychology
University of Kansas
Lawrence, KS01.2020
Skills
- - Trauma-Informed Care
- - Risk Assessment & Crisis Intervention
- - Treatment Planning & Documentation
- - CBT, Talk, Narrative & Art Therapy
- - Cultural Competency & Advocacy
- - Suicide Prevention & De-escalation
Certification
- - Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Kansas
- - CPR Certified
- - Tuberculosis (PPD) Screening - Current
Timeline
Crisis Clinician
Wyandot Center
09.2024 - 04.2025
Licensed Professional Counselor
New Perspectives Counseling Center
06.2023 - 08.2024
Integrated Care Specialist / Crisis Counselor
COMCARE of Sedgwick County
09.2022 - 06.2023
Graduate Counselor Intern (600+ Hours)
WISE Clinic, Wichita State University
01.2021 - 01.2022
Practicum Student (300 Hours)
SOMA Therapy
01.2021 - 01.2021
Petty Officer Second Class, Aviation Boatwain's Mate
U.S. Navy - USS Ronald Reagan (CVN-76)
01.2012 - 01.2016
M.Ed. - Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Wichita State University
B.S. - Applied Behavioral Science (Community Health Emphasis), Psychology
University of Kansas