Carrie Blakemore
Carpinteria,CA
Summary
Professional and compassionate Associate Marriage and Family Therapist with 3 years of experience providing counseling services to families and couples. Motivated to empower clients through development of healthy communication skills and coping strategies.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Associate Marriage and Family Therapist, FSP TAY
County of Santa Barbara
03.2024 - Current
- Advocated for client needs in meetings with legal professionals during custody disputes or court-mandated therapy situations.
- Reduced conflict within families by implementing effective communication techniques and strategies.
- Empowered clients by teaching coping mechanisms for managing stress, anxiety, depression, and other mental health challenges.
- Educated clients on mental health topics to promote understanding and destigmatize seeking professional help.
- Provided crisis intervention services, addressing immediate concerns and offering resources for ongoing support.
- Enhanced client relationships by providing tailored therapy sessions based on individual needs and goals.
Associate Marriage and Family Therapist
People Helping People
10.2022 - 03.2024
- Cultivated a safe and trusting environment for clients to openly discuss sensitive issues and experiences.
- Served as a resource for colleagues by sharing knowledge about best practices in marriage and family therapy.
- Assisted clients in navigating life transitions, such as career changes or divorce, with a focus on resilience and adaptation.
- Enhanced client relationships by providing tailored therapy sessions based on individual needs and goals.
- Developed personalized treatment goals for clients, regularly monitoring progress towards achievement.
Crisis Care Specialist
Casa Pacifica
06.2022 - 10.2022
- Responded to crisis situations to handle severe mental health and behavioral issues
- Explored and discussed progress toward goals to assist clients
- Referred clients to community resources or specialists
- Maintained confidentiality of records relating to clients' treatment
Wellness Advocate
MindBloom Wellness
01.2022 - 05.2022
- Maintained confidentiality of records relating to clients' treatment
- Counseled clients or patients to adjust to life and make positive changes
- Prepared and maintained required treatment records and reports
- Formed and ran groups
Lead Preschool Teacher
Isla Vista Youth Projects
06.2019 - 12.2021
- Supervised two assistant teachers
- Offered stimulating curriculum accommodating all learning styles
- Enhanced sensory abilities by giving children access to numerous textures and shapes
- Collaborated with parents to develop and maintain strong support networks and build rapport to foster seamless communication
- Maintained daily records of individual activities, behaviors, meals and naps
- Controlled classroom environments with clearly outlined rules and positive reinforcement techniques
Lead Preschool Teacher
Storyteller Children's Center
10.2016 - 05.2019
- Implemented hands-on, play-based strategies such as games and crafts for experiential learning
- Taught children foundational skills such as colors, shapes and letters
Education
Master of Arts - Clinical Psychology
Antioch University
Santa Barbara, CA12-2021
Bachelor of Arts - Clinical Psychology
Antioch Universtiy
Santa Barbara09-2018
Associate of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Santa Barbara City College
Santa Barbara, CA09-2017
Skills
- Anxiety Management
- Self-Care Promotion
- Behavior Modification
- Empathy Development
- Boundary Setting
- Depression coping strategies
- Stress management techniques
- Cognitive behavioral therapy
- Trauma-informed care
Affiliations
- California Association of Marriage and Family Therapists.
Timeline
Associate Marriage and Family Therapist, FSP TAY
County of Santa Barbara
03.2024 - Current
Associate Marriage and Family Therapist
People Helping People
10.2022 - 03.2024
Crisis Care Specialist
Casa Pacifica
06.2022 - 10.2022
Wellness Advocate
MindBloom Wellness
01.2022 - 05.2022
Lead Preschool Teacher
Isla Vista Youth Projects
06.2019 - 12.2021
Lead Preschool Teacher
Storyteller Children's Center
10.2016 - 05.2019
Master of Arts - Clinical Psychology
Antioch University
Bachelor of Arts - Clinical Psychology
Antioch Universtiy
Associate of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Santa Barbara City College
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