Catherine Roberts
Greenville,SC
Summary
Experienced therapist specializing in Dialectical Behavior Therapy, skills training, and individual therapy. Proven ability to enhance patient outcomes through evidence-based practices and effectttive communication.
Overview
1
1
Certification
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Program Therapist
Prisma Health Upstate
Greenville, SC
05.2025 - Current
- Applied evidence-based practices to effectively address perinatal and postpartum mood and anxiety disorders.
- Utilize evidence-based practices such as Dialectical Behavior Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy.
- Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to determine effective treatment plans.
- Led group therapy sessions to enhance peer support and connection among participants. to enhance peer support.
- Organized therapeutic activities to improve communication skills and emotional regulation.
- Educate patients and families about coping strategies and resources available.
Outpatient Therapist
Prisma Health Upstate
Greenville, SC
12.2019 - Current
- Conduct psychosocial assessments to identify needs and strengths of clients.
- Provide individual therapy sessions for diverse patient populations.
- Utilize evidence-based practices such as Dialectical Behavior Therapy in the delivery of therapeutic services.
- Participate in ongoing professional development and training initiatives.
Owner/Therapist
Three Springs Dialectical Behavior Therapy Group
Greenville, SC
09.2001 - 11.2019
- Established research-based standard Dialectical Behavior Therapy Program.
- Delivered individual therapy to adults and adolescents, focusing on tailored interventions to enhance mental well-being.
- Responded to crisis situations involving severe mental health and behavioral issues.
- Collaborated with the clinical team during case reviews to enhance understanding of client progress and support effective treatment planning.
- Led skills training groups to promote emotional regulation, mindfulness, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness, fostering client resilience.
- Created and implemented policies and procedures for the organization, ensuring compliance with best practices and enhancing service delivery.
- Provided consultation to community professionals.
Program Director
Carolina Center for Behavioral Health
Greenville, SC
01.2000 - 08.2001
- Served as program director and lead therapist for a Dialectical Behavior Therapy Partial Hospitalization Program.
- Initiated and set goals for programs according to strategic objectives of the organization.
- Established partnerships with local organizations to broaden service offerings and enhance community support.
- Conducted monthly continuing education sessions for professionals on Dialectical Behavior Therapy principles.
- Provided skills training groups to patients to enhance skills in emotional regulation, mindfulness, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness.
- Delivered individual therapy to help patients apply skills to real-life stressors.
Outpatient Therapist
Carolina Center for Behavioral Health
Greenville , SC
08.1998 - 01.2000
- Provided individual therapy sessions for diverse patient populations.
- Conducted psychosocial assessments to identify client needs and strengths, informing tailored treatment approaches.
- Developed treatment plans based on comprehensive patient assessments.
- Utilized evidence-based practices to address mental health concerns.
- Facilitated psychoeducation groups on stress management, anger management, and coping skills to enhance client resilience and well-being.
- Educated patients and families on mental health resources and coping strategies to empower informed decision-making and support.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to coordinate care for clients.
Education
Master of Science - Social Work
University of Tennessee; Knoxville
Knoxville, TN05-1998
Master of Arts - Psychology
Clemson University
Clemson, SC08-1993
Skills
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy
- Evidence-based practices
- Group and individual therapy
- Crisis intervention
- Emotional regulation
- Effective communication
- Case consulting
- Professional development
Certification
- LISW-CP/S
- Intensive Training in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Intensive Training in Radically Open Dialectical Behavior Therapy (RO-DBT)
Accomplishments
- University of South Carolina Residency Program-Prisma Health Upstate
Therapy Appreciation Award
2021, 2023, 2024, 2025 - University of Tennessee, Knoxville
Phi Kappa Phi Honors Society
1998 - University of Tennessee, Knoxville
Graduate Assistantship
1997-1998 - University of Tennessee, Knoxville
Teaching Assistantship
1997-1998 - Washington, DC
American Psychological Society Conference; Presenter
Published Independent Study: Peer Attitudes Toward Adolescents in Male- and Female-Oriented Sports
1994
Timeline
Program Therapist
Prisma Health Upstate
05.2025 - Current
Outpatient Therapist
Prisma Health Upstate
12.2019 - Current
Owner/Therapist
Three Springs Dialectical Behavior Therapy Group
09.2001 - 11.2019
Program Director
Carolina Center for Behavioral Health
01.2000 - 08.2001
Outpatient Therapist
Carolina Center for Behavioral Health
08.1998 - 01.2000
Master of Science - Social Work
University of Tennessee; Knoxville
Master of Arts - Psychology
Clemson University