Carlos D. Ortiz
Torrance,USA
Summary
- Recent PhD graduate in clinical psychology
- Seasoned Licensed Mental Health Counselor with over 14 years’ experience providing mental health services in multi-modal settings.
- Knowledgeable practitioner of clinical psychology and counseling principles.
- Trained in evidenced-based practices to handle diverse psychological needs and support therapeutic outcomes.
- Equipped to bring empathy, analytical thinking, and resilience to challenging situations.
- Skilled in assessments, therapeutic interventions, and patient care, with strong focus on collaboration and adaptability.
- Known for fostering supportive environment, prioritizing team goals, and achieving meaningful results.
- Knowledge of cognitive-behavioral techniques and patient-centered therapy approaches.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Licensed Mental Health Counselor
BetterHelp
03.2022 - Current
- Assess, diagnose and provide psychotherapeutic services.
- Provide treatment to adults, families and couples in virtual settings
- 95% positive reviews available at https://www.betterhelp.com/carlos-d-ortiz/
- Licensed Mental Health Counselor (NY March 2022-present; virtual)
New York Jets Behavioral Health Fellow
Full Circle Confidential
08.2020 - 02.2021
- Provide psychological, therapeutic and other behavioral health services to athletes and staff.
- Provide psychoeducational presentations to new-coming athletes.
- National and international travel.
- Field side triage- 2021 Season
Clinical Psychology Doctoral Intern
Full Circle Confidential
08.2019 - 08.2020
- Conducted occupationally-mandated psychological evaluations on elite athletes from Westchester Knicks organization and provided treatment recommendations.
- Served diverse populations including women, men, children, couples, families, foster care children, law enforcement, VIPs and professional athletes.
Clinical Psychology Doctoral Practicum
Full Circle Health
01.2019 - 08.2019
- Conducted evaluations (psychiatric and psychological) on foster care population and provided treatment recommendations.
- Performed cognitive, personality, and projective testing; administered behavioral ratings; and conducted clinical interviews.
- Provided psychotherapy to general population.
- Provided services in conventional and telehealth settings.
- Researched medical databases and compiled prima facie evidence to support evaluations of combat veterans seeking TBI and PTSD-related compensations.
Psychotherapist and Client Consultant in Private Practice
01.2014 - 01.2018
Mental Health Counselor (Internship and Fellowship)
Full Circle Health
01.2009 - 01.2013
- Fellow, Provided psychotherapy to the general population and juvenile offenders.
- Fellow, Provided instruction to 5 interns.
- Fellow, Co-led grand rounds.
- Intern, Provided psychotherapy, brief and career counseling.
- Intern, Provided court-mandated parenting and anger management psychoeducation in individual and group settings.
Education
Ph.D. - Clinical Psychology
Walden University
Minneapolis, MN11-2025
Master of Arts - Mental Health Counseling
Yeshiva University
New York, NY01.2011
BS - Pastoral Counseling
Nyack College
Nyack, NY01.2008
Skills
- Professional communication
- Clinical interviewing
- Psychological assessment
- Analyzing data
- Multicultural competence
- Diagnostic formulation
- Treatment Planning
- Clinical documentation
- Client counseling expertise
- Trauma-informed practices
- HIPAA regulations knowledge
- Proficient in Spanish and English
- Positive patient experiences < 95%
Affiliations
- Member, American Psychological Association (2011-present)
- Member, Psi Chi Honor Society (2018-present)
Certification
- Licensed Mental Health Counselor (2012-present) New York #005286
- Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, Open Center, NY January 2013
- Certification in the treatment of Complex-PTSD, Adelphi University, NY January 2020
Languages
Spanish
Timeline
Licensed Mental Health Counselor
BetterHelp
03.2022 - Current
New York Jets Behavioral Health Fellow
Full Circle Confidential
08.2020 - 02.2021
Clinical Psychology Doctoral Intern
Full Circle Confidential
08.2019 - 08.2020
Clinical Psychology Doctoral Practicum
Full Circle Health
01.2019 - 08.2019
Psychotherapist and Client Consultant in Private Practice
01.2014 - 01.2018
Mental Health Counselor (Internship and Fellowship)
Full Circle Health
01.2009 - 01.2013
Master of Arts - Mental Health Counseling
Yeshiva University
BS - Pastoral Counseling
Nyack College
Ph.D. - Clinical Psychology
Walden University
Publications
Ortiz, C. D. (2025). Telemental Health Utility: Working Toward Foster Carer Role Satisfaction and Placement Stability (Order No. 32280643). Available from Dissertations & Theses @ Walden University. (3270902141). https://www.proquest.com/dissertations-theses/telemental-health-utility-working-toward-foster/docview/3270902141/se-2
PRESENTATIONS
- Ortiz, C (2021). Mental Health: How do you know you have it? Presented at New York Jets Training Camp. January 10, 2022. Florham, NJ.
- Ortiz, C (2021). The Impact of Sleep on Adolescent Mental Health and Athletic Performance. Presented at New Jersey State Interscholastic Athletic Association Fall Workshop, Atlantic Health System. November 11, 2021. Morristown, NJ.
- Ortiz, C. (2020). The Relationship between Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder and Emotion Dysregulation. Presented in clinical rounds at Full Circle Confidential. Bronx, NY.
- Ortiz, C. (2019). Off-Label Pediatric Antipsychotic Use: When is it indicated? Presented in residency at Walden University. January 25, 2019. Minneapolis, MN.
- Ortiz, C. (2018). Dialectical Behavioral Therapy: Treating college students with Borderline Personality Disorder. Presented in residency at Walden University. November 13, 2018. Minneapolis, MN.
- Ortiz, C. (2017). Black Males: Least on the totem pole of privilege. Presented in community outreach at Life Enrichment Center. August 10th, 2017. Bronx, NY.
ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE
- United States Marine Corps (1982-1986)
- Domestic and International Service
- Honorable Discharge