Brenda Langstraat-Janisch
Sioux Center,IA
Summary
Empathetic mental health counselor proficient in applying various methodology skills to facilitate client mental health. Expertise in applying therapeutic approaches to promote patient health and growth. Offering several years' experience in field.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
SEBH Best Practice Coach
Northwest Area Education Agency
Sioux City, IA
08.2007 - Current
- Provide on-going coaching support to school teams in working with students that have challenging behaviors and are at risk of out of district placements
- Assist teams in completing functional behavior assessments and developing behavior intervention plans to decrease challenging behaviors
- Collaborate with outside agencies and families in best meeting the students needs
Mental Health Therapist
Pathways Center for Emotional Well-Being
Cherokee, IA
05.2006 - 08.2007
- Maintained accurate records of client sessions, treatments and progress using an electronic health record system.
- Attended professional development trainings related to current trends in the field of Mental Health Therapy.
- Participated in case conferences with other healthcare providers to discuss best practices for patient care.
- Developed individualized treatment plans based on client's needs and preferences.
- Assisted clients in developing healthy coping skills, setting goals and improving communication.
- Provided individual and group therapy for clients with a range of mental health issues.
- Collaborated with psychiatrists and other professionals to coordinate care for clients.
Mental Health Therapist
Plains Area Mental Health Center
LeMars, IA
08.2002 - 05.2006
- Maintained accurate records of client sessions, treatments and progress using an electronic health record system.
- Attended professional development trainings related to current trends in the field of Mental Health Therapy.
- Participated in case conferences with other healthcare providers to discuss best practices for patient care.
- Developed individualized treatment plans based on client's needs and preferences.
- Assisted clients in developing healthy coping skills, setting goals and improving communication.
- Monitored patient safety during appointments by assessing any potential risks associated with the environment or activities being pursued by the client.
- Provided crisis intervention services when necessary including emergency assessments, short-term counseling, referral to appropriate services or hospitalization if needed.
Education
Master of Arts - Guidance And Counseling - School Focus
Wayne State College
Wayne, NE08-2009
Master of Arts - Guidance And Counseling
Northern State University
Aberdeen, SD05-1995
Skills
- Student Monitoring
- Strength coaching
- Team Training
- Staff Development
- Data Evaluation
- Team Development
- Program Leadership
- Emergency Response
- Safety Protocols
- Motivational Techniques
- Effective Communication
- Personable and friendly
- Interpersonal Relationships
- Written documentation
Certification
- Licensed Mental Health Counselor in the State of Iowa
- Advanced standing in the State of Iowa in Conducting Functional Behavior Assessments and Behavior Intervention plans
Timeline
SEBH Best Practice Coach
Northwest Area Education Agency
08.2007 - Current
Mental Health Therapist
Pathways Center for Emotional Well-Being
05.2006 - 08.2007
Mental Health Therapist
Plains Area Mental Health Center
08.2002 - 05.2006
Master of Arts - Guidance And Counseling - School Focus
Wayne State College
Master of Arts - Guidance And Counseling
Northern State University
- Licensed Mental Health Counselor in the State of Iowa
- Advanced standing in the State of Iowa in Conducting Functional Behavior Assessments and Behavior Intervention plans
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