CHRISTINE WENDEROTH
Mental Health Therapist
Lebec,CA
Summary
Dedicated mental health clinician who is skilled in establishing therapeutic rapport and providing counseling for culturally diverse children, adolescents, adult clients, and groups. Utilized EMDR, CBT, SFT, DBT, MI, ACT, behavioral therapy, art therapy, and diverse approaches with individuals and groups. Developed and wrote a therapeutic art curriculum currently being utilized by Kern Behavioral Health and Recovery Services group services. Skilled at completing intake and risk assessments, treatment plans, individual/ group progress notes via electronic documentation method.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
5
5
Certifications
Work History
Mental Health Therapist
Rula Health
06.2024 - Current
- Implement CBT, DBT, MI, solution focused, person centered, and creative arts modalities to assist in meeting client goals.
- Maintained detailed documentation of client progress, effectively communicating with other healthcare providers as necessary.
- Utilize meditation and visualization to support clients in meeting therapeutic goals.
- Performed client assessments and developed treatment plans.
Blended Care Telehealth Therapist
Lyra Health
01.2022 - 08.2024
- Utilize telehealth platform and/or Google meet to conduct video therapy with culturally diverse clients age 18 and up with a variety of mental health problems such as depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship issues, gender issues, grief, and PTSD
- Conduct intake assessments and risk assessments following written protocol, along with completing case conceptualization and treatment planning, recorded in electronic health records.
- Implement evident based treatment such as cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, and acceptance and commitment therapy.
- Utilize platform based exercises, informational videos, and guides, along with customized handouts and worksheets to assist clients with meeting treatment goals track individualized client progress
- Utilizing data analysis utilizing evidence-based measures such as the GAD, the PHQ9, Perceived Stress Scale, and the Well-Being scale
Behavioral Health Therapist II, LPCC
Kern Behavioral Health and Recovery Services
08.2018 - 01.2022
- Conducted behavioral health screenings and comprehensive psychosocial assessments via telehealth and in person of assigned clients including children, families, and adolescents.
- Conduct individual, family, and group psychotherapy services.
- Collaborate with doctors, case managers, schools and community organizations to coordinate care.
- Provided culturally competent services, working with persons with diverse backgrounds.
- Maintained confidential records according to established procedures, including computerized charting system.
- Advocated for clients to obtain new services and coordinated the necessary referrals.
Recovery Specialist III
Kern Behavioral Health and Recovery Services
05.2017 - 08.2018
- Provided case management, individual and group rehab, and therapeutic behavioral services to youth aged 6 to 19 and their parents.
- Proficient with electronic record system, written progress notes and documentation. Acted as liaison and advocate for students and parents with educational staff and administration.
- Attended 504 and IEP meetings for clients.
- Ran social skills groups to strengthen problem-solving abilities and improve decision making abilities.
Art instructor
Bakersfield Museum of Art
08.2016 - 05.2017
- Provided outreach art services to Bakersfield City Schools.
Mental Health Therapist LGPC
Life Renewal Services
10.2014 - 07.2016
- Conducted individual psychotherapy services with youth, adults, and families.
- Collaborated with community organizations, schools, and doctors to coordinate care.
- Wrote treatment plans and progress notes; completed documentation for Value Options Outcomes Measurements System.
- Used personalized, evidence-based approaches to support patients' social, educational, and safety needs.
Visual Arts Teacher
Westminster High School, Carroll County Public Schools
01.2000 - 01.2016
- Taught introductory art to upper-level AP art classes.
- Incorporated artistic techniques and optimal instructional practices to develop effective course and lesson plans.
- Participated in Crisis Response Team and Student Assistance Team committee. Managed, monitored, and counseled students with 504 plans in maintaining educational success.
- Conducted yearly art exhibits in the school and in the community.
Counseling Intern
Congruent Counseling
09.2013 - 12.2013
- Counseled dual diagnosis individuals and groups, which included adolescents through adults.
- Utilized both CBT and therapeutic art activities.
- Initiated and created the use of Recovery Journals, with both adolescent and adult groups.
- Led adult substance abuse groups.
- Completed assessments, wrote client notes and legal documentation required for client cases.
- Coordinated/communicated with probation officers and lawyers regarding client services.
Art Instructor
Carroll County Arts Council
12.1996 - 01.2012
- Groups and individual children and adults.
- Provided instruction in drawing and painting for small groups that included students age 16 to adult.
Practicum Intern
MSA Children and Adolescent Center
01.2011 - 01.2011
- Led and co-led process groups with young children and adolescents.
- Counseled individual adolescents with emotional and behavioral issues.
- Responsible for written progress notes for groups and individual clients.
Co-leader, Expressive Arts
Sheppard Pratt Psychiatric Hospital
01.2010 - 01.2010
- Collaborated with resident music therapist to deliver art and music activities with geriatric patients experiencing depression, anxiety, and bipolar disorders.
Adjunct Faculty
Carroll Community College
- Taught painting, drawing and art fundamentals to young adult to older adult students.
Private Instructor of Art
01.2000 - 04.2010
- Provided in-home instruction in painting, drawing, and three dimensional art with small.
Creative Arts Group Leader
Sullivan Day Hospital/Sheppard Pratt
01.2009 - 01.2009
- Implemented and led creative art activities and communication skills groups for individuals who have schizophrenia, bipolar, and schizoaffective disorders.
Art Group Leader, Expressive
Granite House Mental Health Facility
01.2008 - 01.2008
- Observed and implemented expressive art activities for mental health clients with schizophrenia and bipolar disorders.
Education
Master’s Degree - Mental Health Counseling
Capella University
Minneapolis, MNMaster of Science - Art Education
Towson University
Towson, MDB.S. Degree - Art Education
Millersville University
Millersville, PAFine Arts, Diploma - undefined
York Academy of Arts
York, PASkills
Telehealth proficient
Certification
Motivational Interviewing trained 2019
Interests
Additional Professional Activities: Practicing artist and Kern Arts Council member Hiking, biking, and plein air painting Created and delivered therapeutic art program for Kern Behavioral Health for TAY, Lerdo prison women's population, and Foster Care Groups
Timeline
Mental Health Therapist
Rula Health
06.2024 - Current
Blended Care Telehealth Therapist
Lyra Health
01.2022 - 08.2024
Behavioral Health Therapist II, LPCC
Kern Behavioral Health and Recovery Services
08.2018 - 01.2022
Recovery Specialist III
Kern Behavioral Health and Recovery Services
05.2017 - 08.2018
Art instructor
Bakersfield Museum of Art
08.2016 - 05.2017
Mental Health Therapist LGPC
Life Renewal Services
10.2014 - 07.2016
Counseling Intern
Congruent Counseling
09.2013 - 12.2013
Practicum Intern
MSA Children and Adolescent Center
01.2011 - 01.2011
Co-leader, Expressive Arts
Sheppard Pratt Psychiatric Hospital
01.2010 - 01.2010
Creative Arts Group Leader
Sullivan Day Hospital/Sheppard Pratt
01.2009 - 01.2009
Art Group Leader, Expressive
Granite House Mental Health Facility
01.2008 - 01.2008
Visual Arts Teacher
Westminster High School, Carroll County Public Schools
01.2000 - 01.2016
Private Instructor of Art
01.2000 - 04.2010
Art Instructor
Carroll County Arts Council
12.1996 - 01.2012
Adjunct Faculty
Carroll Community College
Master of Science - Art Education
Towson University
B.S. Degree - Art Education
Millersville University
Fine Arts, Diploma - undefined
York Academy of Arts
Master’s Degree - Mental Health Counseling
Capella University