Caroline Rosales
Chicago,IL
Summary
Dedicated Licensed Mental Health Therapist with 6 years of work in the mental health field and excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Experienced in working with clients from diverse cultural and religious backgrounds, especially LGBTQIA+ individuals. Passionate about decolonizing the therapy space and growing in professional development.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Clinical Supervisor
Elevation Individual And Family Therapy
09.2021 - Current
- Improved client mental health by utilizing an integrative approach of evidence-based therapeutic techniques of CBT, DBT, ACT, and mindfulness.
- Supervised five pre-licensed therapists through regular supervision meetings and case consultations in order to support their professional development within the field.
- Developed comprehensive templates for essential clinical use resulting in more streamlined documentation.
- Participated in content-creation for social media as a means to engage and educate potential clients.
Therapist
Nanette Stokes Counseling Center
05.2021 - 11.2021
- Enhanced client well-being through personalized treatment plans tailored to individual needs and goals.
- Established clear boundaries with clients, maintaining ethical practice standards while preserving the therapeutic relationship.
- Developed creative therapeutic approaches to address unique client challenges and promote lasting change.
Private Secure Residential Therapist
Regional Mental Health/Campagna Academy
10.2018 - 05.2021
- Conducted individual, family, and group therapy with adolescents/young adults ages 10-20.
- Participated in a year long DBT certification staying current on best practices within the field of residential therapy.
- Conducted thorough assessments to determine clients' needs and appropriate interventions.
- Addressed challenging behaviors using de-escalation techniques while maintaining a safe therapeutic environment for all clients.
- Consulted with interdisciplinary teams to enhance coordination of care, establish medical clearance and determine optimal timing of further interventions.
Advanced Graduate Intern
Aspire Counseling Services, LLC.
01.2018 - 08.2018
- Observed sessions with clients to gain exposure to new situations and challenges, holding follow-up conversations with supervisor to discuss professional strategies and responses
- Assisted with managing office activities, such as filing and data entry, ensuring client confidentiality and privacy
- Conducted therapy with children, adolescents, and adults
- Consulted with supervisor and office staff in order to strengthen counseling skills and strategies
- Assisted with client progress notes and treatment plans to gain clinical writing experience.
Graduate Intern
SIBIS Counseling, LLC.
05.2017 - 12.2017
- Obtained 120 hours of practicum and 300 hours of internship experience towards 600 hours of internship requirement
- Observed sessions with clients to gain exposure to new situations and challenges, holding follow-up conversations with supervisor to discuss professional strategies and responses
- Assisted with managing office activities, such as maintaining files and data entry, ensuring that information is kept secure and private
- Performed client assessments while under supervisor’s direct supervision
- Successfully adapted feedback from performance evaluations into future client interaction.
Education
Master of Arts - Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Valparaiso University
Valparaiso, IN08.2018
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Valparaiso University
Valparaiso, IN05.2016
Skills
- Individual Therapy
- Family Therapy
- Couples Therapy
- Treatment Planning
- HIPAA Guidelines
- ACA Code of Ethics
- Building rapport
- Public speaking ability
- Solution-Focused Brief Therapy
- Multicultural Competence
- Motivational Interviewing
Professional Outreach
- Focus session presenter at 2021 MLK Day Celebration at Valparaiso University "Inequalities in Mental Health Care"
- Presenter at the Village of Matteson's 2023 Mental Health and Wellness Summit
Licenses
- Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (Illinois): 180.014566
- Licensed Mental Health Counselor (Indiana): 39004088A
Timeline
Clinical Supervisor
Elevation Individual And Family Therapy
09.2021 - Current
Therapist
Nanette Stokes Counseling Center
05.2021 - 11.2021
Private Secure Residential Therapist
Regional Mental Health/Campagna Academy
10.2018 - 05.2021
Advanced Graduate Intern
Aspire Counseling Services, LLC.
01.2018 - 08.2018
Graduate Intern
SIBIS Counseling, LLC.
05.2017 - 12.2017
Master of Arts - Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Valparaiso University
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Valparaiso University
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