Brittany Grube, LMHC

Lead Therapist, Clinical Supervisor

Center For Discovery

East Quogue, NY

07.2016 - Current

Have been working at a residential treatment program since 2016, providing mental health and eating disorder treatment for patients of all genders, ages 12-18.
Started as an eating disorder technician in 2016, providing direct support to patients during their residential treatment episode.
Advanced to the Per Diem Therapist in 2017; Advanced to the Primary Therapist in 2018; Advanced to the Senior Therapist, Clinical Supervisor in 2021; Advanced to Lead Therapist, Clinical Supervisor in 2024.
Works directly with the Program Director to oversee the entire clinical program in the residential treatment facility.
Supervises clinical staff members in providing therapeutic interventions to patients.
Promotes a positive working environment by setting an example of professionalism and respect amongst team members.
Provides guidance on ethical practice standards when interacting with patients.
Creates effective relationships with other organizations and treatment providers that provide resources or referrals for patients as needed.
Implements quality assurance measures to ensure adherence to established protocols.
Responds to emergency situations and provides crisis support.
Completes patient and family biopsychosocial assessments at admission.
Assesses patients for suicide risk using the Columbia Suicide Severity Rating Scale and develops crisis intervention plans to ensure safety of patients during times of distress.
Assesses patient needs and develops appropriate treatment objectives and interventions to meet their goals and requirements.
Demonstrates expertise in developing individualized treatment plans.
Provides direct therapeutic services such as individual, family, and group therapy.
Facilitates a variety of therapeutic support groups focused on assisting patients in developing coping skills for maladaptive behaviors.
Utilizes evidence-based treatment modalities, such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT).
Conducts assessments of patient's physical, psychological, and social functioning.
Monitors progress of patients through periodic evaluations and provides feedback on results.
Ensures clinical documentation is completed timely throughout the course of treatment.
Leads weekly treatment team meetings to review each patient's progress, risk assessment, treatment needs, and aftercare plans.
Provides utilization reviews to insurance companies, providing appropriate clinical information to obtain initial authorization and continuing stay authorization, as necessary.
Communicates with referral sources and outpatient providers for continuity of care upon admission, midpoint, and discharge.
Assists with case management and ensures that each patient is set up with a comprehensive discharge plan.
Provides professional clinical supervision for Master's level employees working towards their 3,000 clinical hours for New York state mental health counselor licensure.

Summary

Overview

Work History

Lead Therapist, Clinical Supervisor

Therapist Intern, Center for Counseling & Wellness

Education

Master of Science - Mental Health Counseling

Bachelor of Arts - Adolescence Education

Skills

Certification

Professional References

Timeline

Lead Therapist, Clinical Supervisor

Therapist Intern, Center for Counseling & Wellness

Master of Science - Mental Health Counseling

Bachelor of Arts - Adolescence Education

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