BRITTANY LOSASSO
Bothell,USA
Summary
Dynamic Senior Clinical Programs Counselor at Providence Swedish Hospital with expertise in forensic evaluation and crisis intervention. Proven track record in multidisciplinary collaboration and patient advocacy, facilitating successful treatment outcomes. Recognized for effective communication and emotional intelligence, enhancing patient care and legal processes in high-stakes environments. Licensed Professional Counselor in CO #LPC.0014129. Licensed Mental Health Counselor in WA #LA 61324402
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Clinical Programs Counselor
Providence Swedish Hospital
Everett, WA
07.2022 - Current
- Provides forensic services to patients who are going through the involuntary treatment act (ITA) process
- Evaluates patients and prepares proper declarations and petitions
- Attends and testifies as an expert witness in court hearings related to the patients
- Collaborates with patients, families, court officials, county representatives, nurses, physicians and social workers
- Facilitates the progression of ITA process per the patient’s treatment plan in order to achieve desired outcomes
Licensed Mental Health Counselor
Telemynd
Remote, WA/CO
07.2022 - Current
- Provides quality clinical assessment, treatment, interventions, and care
- Completes diagnostic assessments and develops measurable treatment plans to meet the needs and goals of the clients
- Completes diagnostic assessment tools that support and correspond with the client’s clinical presentation
- Completes encounter notes, capturing each client session and interaction within established timeframes
- Provides community referral sources
- Coordinates care with prescriber, PCP, or other collaterals
Psychiatric Lead Clinician
Fairfax Behavioral Health Hospital
Kirkland, WA
11.2020 - 07.2022
- Managed the mobile psychiatric assessment team and provided emergency room patient assessments
- Helped grow and maintain professional relationships with referring hospital staff
- Thoroughly completed patient referrals and consulted with hospital psychiatric and medical providers to ensure proper and timely inpatient admission and treatment
- Responded to crisis phone calls and triaged walk-in patients
Intake Clinician
Centennial Peaks Hospital
Louisville, CO
06.2019 - 06.2020
- Managed hospital and provider referrals for the 4 mental health units and 1 dual diagnosis unit
- Triaged crisis phone calls from the community and provided knowledge of available programs and resources
- Initiated patient prior authorizations and reviewed clinical information with health insurance companies
Clinical Manager
Shiloh House
Denver, CO
08.2016 - 05.2019
- Managed clinical services for Littleton campus and provided supervision to 9 clinicians
- Responsible for the screening, interviewing and training of clinical employees
- Oversaw 40 adolescent clients in a residential and/or day treatment environment
- Conducted individual and family psychotherapy and proper parenting skills and conflict resolution
- Worked with multidisciplinary teams to strengthen the family unit and maintain placement of the client in the home
- Partnered with Arapahoe County Human Services and co-supervised Group Parenting Time program
Therapist (LPCC)
Fusion Health Services
Denver, CO
05.2015 - 08.2016
- Managed a portfolio of 10-15 clients under the supervision of Dr. Amber McGregor
- Assisted with initial, transfer, exit evaluations and completed mental health and alcohol and drug assessments
- Gained clinical and legal expertise in the substance abuse, trauma, and mood disorder arenas
- Met weekly with supervisor for clinical guidance and case consultation
Milieu Coordinator
Eating Recovery Center
Lowry, CO
03.2015 - 10.2015
- Managed the milieu of 40 eating disorder patients
- Facilitated group and individual therapy sessions
- Worked with milieu and management teams to effectively treat and support patients throughout recovery
Accounts Payable
Reilly Pozner LLP
Denver, CO
02.2011 - 05.2015
- Directed accounts payable and supplied financial resources to firm and affiliated vendors
- Collaborated with Executive Director to manage daily operating costs
- Partnered with Controller to facilitate invoicing, expensing and record keeping
Psychotherapist
The Medical Center of Aurora
Aurora, CO
08.2013 - 12.2014
- Worked with Dr. Schnur, plastic surgeon, to facilitate mental health treatment options for oncology patients
- Conducted weekly therapy sessions and treatment plans for 10 clients facing cancer and life threatening related issues
Private Practice Intern
Howard Baumgarten LPC, LLC
Lakewood, CO
06.2012 - 06.2013
- Managed and serviced a portfolio of 15 clients under Mr. Baumgartner’s supervision
- Provided weekly individual therapy sessions on developmental, transitional, trauma and work related issues
- Consulted with Mr. Baumgerten on client cases and diagnostic criterion
- Gained expertise on financial and marketing initiatives in private practice
Education
Master of Arts - Counseling Psychology and Counselor Education
University of Colorado, School of Education and Human Development
Denver, CO05.2013
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration (Marketing/Entrepreneurship)
University of Colorado, Leeds School of Business
Boulder, CO05.2005
Skills
- Forensic evaluation
- Diagnostic assessment
- Treatment planning
- Crisis intervention
- Expert testimony
- Patient advocacy
- Multidisciplinary collaboration
- Emotional intelligence
- Effective communication
- Time management
Accomplishments
Graduated Summa Cum Laude from University of Colorado
Timeline
Senior Clinical Programs Counselor
Providence Swedish Hospital
07.2022 - Current
Licensed Mental Health Counselor
Telemynd
07.2022 - Current
Psychiatric Lead Clinician
Fairfax Behavioral Health Hospital
11.2020 - 07.2022
Intake Clinician
Centennial Peaks Hospital
06.2019 - 06.2020
Clinical Manager
Shiloh House
08.2016 - 05.2019
Therapist (LPCC)
Fusion Health Services
05.2015 - 08.2016
Milieu Coordinator
Eating Recovery Center
03.2015 - 10.2015
Psychotherapist
The Medical Center of Aurora
08.2013 - 12.2014
Private Practice Intern
Howard Baumgarten LPC, LLC
06.2012 - 06.2013
Accounts Payable
Reilly Pozner LLP
02.2011 - 05.2015
Master of Arts - Counseling Psychology and Counselor Education
University of Colorado, School of Education and Human Development
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration (Marketing/Entrepreneurship)
University of Colorado, Leeds School of Business