Hi, I’m
Brandi Smith
Prestonsburg,KY
Summary
Dynamic mental health professional with extensive experience at Compassion Behavioral Health, skilled in crisis intervention and therapeutic communication. Proven ability to enhance patient outcomes through evidence-based treatment planning and compassionate care. Strong relationship-building skills foster trust and promote recovery in diverse populations. Committed to ethical practice and continuous professional development Offering strong foundation in mental health principles and keen interest in supporting individuals. Brings ability to quickly learn and apply therapeutic techniques and crisis intervention strategies. Ready to use and develop communication and problem-solving skills in telehealth role.
Overview
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Mountain Comprehensive Care
Mental Health Associate
01.2025 - Current
Job overview
- Contributed to a positive therapeutic environment through consistent engagement in professional development opportunities.
- Strategized with clinical team to prevent inmate diversion, abuse, and recidivism.
- Evaluated program effectiveness using outcome measures and feedback from patients, modifying services as necessary to optimize results.
- Supported clients through crisis situations, utilizing de-escalation techniques and appropriate interventions to ensure safety.
- Assisted in the development of individualized treatment plans, addressing specific needs and goals for recovery.
Compassion Behavioral Health
Therapist
05.2024 - 01.2025
Job overview
- Built strong rapport with clients, fostering trust and open communication for effective therapy sessions.
- Maintained detailed case notes and documentation, ensuring effective tracking of progress and continuity of care across providers.
- Established clear boundaries with clients, maintaining ethical practice standards while preserving the therapeutic relationship.
- Provided individual and group therapy sessions to patients suffering from mental health issues.
- Assessed clients' mental health needs, developed treatment plans and monitored progress.
- Maintained and updated patient records, changes in service plans and treatment reports.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based therapeutic techniques and interventions.
- Delivered brief interventions to help clients develop healthy coping skills.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions, promoting a supportive environment for shared learning and growth.
- Provided crisis intervention services, stabilizing clients in distress and connecting them with necessary resources.
- Tracked progress according to goals for interventions.
- Developed creative therapeutic approaches to address unique client challenges and promote lasting change.
Mountain Comprehensive Care
Clinic Coordinator
03.2023 - 04.2024
Job overview
- Enhanced clinic efficiency by coordinating staff schedules, ensuring optimal coverage during peak hours.
- Collaborated with clinical staff to develop educational materials for patients, improving their understanding of treatment plans and overall health outcomes.
- Ensured compliance with healthcare regulations by staying up-to-date on industry standards and implementing necessary changes in clinic procedures.
- Reduced patient wait times through effective management of patient flow and resource allocation.
Education
University of Pikeville Pikeville, KY
Masters Social Work from Social Work
05.2023
Pikeville College Pikeville, KY
Bachelors Of Science from Psychology
06.2002
Skills
- Psychosocial assessments
- Community resource coordination
- Professional boundaries
- Patient observation
- Self-care techniques
- Motivational interviewing
- Ethical practice
- Individual counseling
- Treatment Planning
- Therapeutic communication
- Trauma-informed care
- Behavior observation
- Case documentation
- Compassionate care
- Relationship building
- Clinical documentation
- Crisis intervention
- Progress monitoring
- Patient assessment
- Group therapy facilitation
- Teamwork
- Time management
- Reliability
- Excellent communication
- Organizational skills
- Active listening
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Self motivation
- Goal setting
- Professionalism
- Mental health evaluations
Timeline
Mental Health Associate
Mountain Comprehensive Care
01.2025 - Current
Therapist
Compassion Behavioral Health
05.2024 - 01.2025
Clinic Coordinator
Mountain Comprehensive Care
03.2023 - 04.2024
University of Pikeville
Masters Social Work from Social Work
Pikeville College
Bachelors Of Science from Psychology
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