Carley Cope
Phoenix,AZ
Summary
Passionate Trauma Counselor with a special interest in working with clients affected by complex trauma, anxiety, and low self-esteem. Has worked within a breath of specialties ranging from sex trafficked teens to out patient clients struggling with self esteem to inmate patients experiencing a variety of psychotic disorders. No matter the population, my passion is found in helping clients connect their inner most battles with the beautiful lessons their world has to offer.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Psychology Associate
Department of Corrections/AB STAFFING
Phoenix, AZ
12.2023 - Current
- Conducted psychological assessments of inmate patients, including administering and scoring tests, and interpreting results.
- Worked collaboratively with other members of multidisciplinary medical and correctional team to ensure continuity of care for clients.
- Participated in weekly supervision meetings with program director to review cases, discuss interventions and receive feedback on performance.
- Conducted crisis intervention counseling sessions with inmates at risk of harming themselves or others due to mental illness or emotional distress.
- Facilitated group counseling sessions focusing on topics such as psychosis and substance abuse prevention.
Clinical Therapist
Phoenix Medical Psychiatric Hospital
Phoenix, AZ
04.2023 - 07.2023
- Responded effectively in crisis situations to deliver skilled support and stabilize situations.
- Collaborated with treatment team to advocate for patients' needs and help shape effective treatment plans.
- Met with patients and provided diagnoses and consultations.
- Compiled detailed picture of past trauma and medical histories through well-orchestrated interviews.
- Wrote comprehensive goals and patient treatment plans.
- Collected information necessary for psychological diagnosis by interviewing, observing and surveying patients.
- Trained newly hired therapists on clinic standards and procedures.
Clinical Trauma Counselor - Equine Assisted
Rancho Del Pacifico
Gilbert, AZ
10.2021 - 04.2023
- Preformed intakes and comprehensive assessments, formulated differential diagnosis's, and maintained caseload of 65 clients.
- Developed Comprehensive service plans and coordinated with case managers as needed to maintain integrated health approach
- Maintained up to date and confidential client records
- Facilitated adolescent equine riding groups and adult equine processing groups
- Established strong relationships with clients to build rapport and effectively achieve results
Behavioral, Mental & Social Health Instructor
East Valley Institute Of Technology
Mesa, AZ
09.2020 - 06.2021
- Observed and evaluated student performance, behavior, social, and professional development
- Tailored instructional approaches to fit student needs and to produce student interest and productivity
- Revised Behavioral, Mental, Social Health CTE curriculum to ensure current and relevant information for student learning; growing program by 50%
- Created partnerships with behavioral, mental, and social health agencies to streamline, overachieving EVIT graduates into career field.
Clinical Services Liaison
La Frontera EMPACT SPC
Glendale, AZ
05.2019 - 01.2020
- Provided integrated mental, behavioral, social health services to clients
- Maintained caseload of 130 clients
- Created safety plans, crisis plans, and integrated service plans
- Administered intake assessments, comprehensive assessments, and risk assessments
- Provided on call crisis intervention services
Education
Master of Arts - Clinical Counseling
Ottawa University
Surprise, AZ05.2023
Bachelor of Science - Clinical Psychology
Ottawa University
Surprise, AZ05.2019
No Degree - Clinical Psychology
Metropolitan State University of Denver
Denver, COSkills
- Trauma Informed Psychotherapy
- Equine Assisted Psychotherapy
- Specialty in Psychotic Disorders
- Crisis Intervention
- Advanced Diagnostics and Assessment
- Adolescent Psychotherapy
- Family/Couple's Therapy
Certification
- Licensed Associate Counselor
- Teaching Certificate- Standard CTE Health Career
- IVP Fingerprint Clearance
- CPR & First Aid
- EAGALA Certified
Timeline
Psychology Associate
Department of Corrections/AB STAFFING
12.2023 - Current
Clinical Therapist
Phoenix Medical Psychiatric Hospital
04.2023 - 07.2023
Clinical Trauma Counselor - Equine Assisted
Rancho Del Pacifico
10.2021 - 04.2023
Behavioral, Mental & Social Health Instructor
East Valley Institute Of Technology
09.2020 - 06.2021
Clinical Services Liaison
La Frontera EMPACT SPC
05.2019 - 01.2020
Master of Arts - Clinical Counseling
Ottawa University
Bachelor of Science - Clinical Psychology
Ottawa University
No Degree - Clinical Psychology
Metropolitan State University of Denver
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