BERLINO ISMAEL FELIX
Boston,MA
Summary
Dedicated Mental Health Counselor/Therapist and Master of Social Work (MSW) Candidate (Expected May 2026) with over five years of experience providing psychiatric and behavioral health services to youth and adults in inpatient and outpatient settings. Skilled in biopsychosocial assessment, crisis intervention, CBT-informed treatment, care coordination, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Experienced in managing high-acuity caseloads while maintaining strong therapeutic rapport through a culturally responsive, trauma-informed, and nonjudgmental approach. Proficient in clinical documentation and electronic health record systems, including Epic (inpatient psychiatric documentation and care coordination), Valant (outpatient psychotherapy documentation and treatment planning), and PowerChart (behavioral health charting). Committed to ethical practice, evidence-based interventions, and leadership within complex healthcare systems.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
4
4
Certifications
Work History
Mental Health Therapist Intern
Northeast Health Clinic
Chelsea, MA
01.2026 - Current
- Provided outpatient therapy to children, adolescents, and adults with anxiety, mood disorders, autism, ADHD, trauma-related disorders, and behavioral challenges, fostering emotional well-being and personal growth.
- Conduct comprehensive biopsychosocial assessments and develop individualized, goal-oriented treatment plans
- Implement evidence-based interventions including CBT and emotional regulation strategies, and facilitate coping skills groups
- Coordinated care with providers, schools, and families, ensuring continuity of support while maintaining accurate documentation and facilitating timely referrals.
- Facilitated referrals to higher levels of care, in-home therapy, and community-based services, enhancing access to appropriate mental health resources.
Mental Health Counselor
Boston Children Hospital
Boston, MA
01.2021 - Current
- Provide psychiatric care to patients ages 10-17 in inpatient psychiatric unit
- Facilitated structured therapeutic group sessions to promote patient engagement and recovery
- Managed safe, therapeutic milieu environment for patient well-being
- Implemented early intervention techniques to prevent escalation in crisis situations
- Participate in crisis response and physical interventions per protocol
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary treatment teams to enhance comprehensive care plans
- Document patient participation and behavioral observations
Social Worker Intern
Bournewood Health System
Chestnut Hill, MA
01.2024 - 01.2025
- Conduct comprehensive biopsychosocial assessments for psychiatric inpatients
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams including psychiatrists, nurses, and therapists to integrate comprehensive care strategies
- Assisted in treatment planning and discharge coordination to ensure smooth transitions and continuity of care
- Co-facilitated psychoeducational and coping-skills groups to enhance patient support and resilience
- Write progress notes, treatment updates, and discharge summaries
- Support families and external providers in post-discharge care planning
Mental Health Counselor
Bournewood Health System
Chestnut Hill, MA
01.2020 - 01.2025
- Facilitated therapeutic group sessions, promoting patient engagement and support in recovery processes
- Collaborated in intervention meetings to implement therapeutic strategies, contributing to improved clinical outcomes
- Used early intervention skills to assist in de-escalation strategy
- Participated in de-escalation and physical restraint procedures according to unit policies.
- Observed patients for changes in mental status and changes in safety during unit checks
- Documented daily patient participation in treatment, noting responses to interventions to inform care strategies
- Developed expertise in psychiatric and chemical dependency treatment methods through training.
Teacher Assistance/Direct Care Counselor
Walker Care
Needham, Massachusetts
2019 - 2022
- Applied cognitive behavioral therapy, solution-focused therapy, cooperative group activities, and behavioral support to students
- Assisted students aged 5-14 with academic and socio-academic activities to enhance learning and engagement
- Monitored students during recess and field trips, ensuring safety through effective roll call and group movement management
- Provided coverage of academic lessons/activities amidst lead teacher's absence
- Documented daily participation and responses to therapeutic treatment, facilitating adjustments to interventions based on observed outcomes
- Observed patients for changes in mental status and changes in safety on unit checks
- Participated in Therapeutic Crisis Intervention using verbal de-escalation techniques and physical restraints.
Education
MSW Master of Social Work -
Louisiana State University
Baton Rouge, LA05-2026
BA Sociology - Sociology W/ A Minor in Psychology
University of Massachusetts, Boston
Boston, MA01-2020
BA Criminal Justice -
Merrimack College
North Andover, MA01-2017
Skills
- Cognitive behavioral therapy
- Crisis Intervention
- Crisis management
- Crisis prevention intervention
- Suicide prevention
- Biopsychosocial assessment
- Treatment planning
- Biopsychosocial assessment
- Motivational interviewing
- Individual counseling
- Group Facilitation
- LGBTQ counseling
Certification
First Aid/ CPR/ AED
Timeline
Mental Health Therapist Intern
Northeast Health Clinic
01.2026 - Current
Social Worker Intern
Bournewood Health System
01.2024 - 01.2025
Mental Health Counselor
Boston Children Hospital
01.2021 - Current
Mental Health Counselor
Bournewood Health System
01.2020 - 01.2025
Teacher Assistance/Direct Care Counselor
Walker Care
2019 - 2022
MSW Master of Social Work -
Louisiana State University
BA Sociology - Sociology W/ A Minor in Psychology
University of Massachusetts, Boston
BA Criminal Justice -
Merrimack College