Claire Posel, LMFT #147513
San Diego,CA
Summary
Compassionate and hardworking LMFT committed to providing high-quality, caring therapeutic support for client clinical therapeutic position. Adept at collaboratively navigating and addressing interpersonal and environmental stressors impacting client functioning while implementing effective interventions to reduce challenges. Background and experience working with children, families, and adult individuals in community mental health agencies, schools, and group practice settings.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
Izzo Marriage And Family Therapy P.C.
San Mateo, CA
11.2022 - 02.2026
- Provided therapeutic services and interventions to a weekly caseload of 20-30 adult individuals, children, and families to promote mental health and well-being.
- Formulated tailored treatment plans through in-depth assessments of client needs and objectives.
- Implemented evidence-based therapeutic techniques to enhance emotional well-being and relationship dynamics.
- Facilitated collaboration with healthcare and mental health professionals to coordinate comprehensive care for clients facing multifaceted challenges.
School-Based Mental Health Clinician
Oakes Children's Center
San Francisco, CA
08.2020 - 07.2022
- Managed a diverse caseload of up to 18 children and families, providing tailored trauma-informed psychotherapy and collateral services to address complex emotional and behavioral needs.
- Engaged with social workers and wraparound service providers to establish effective communication and streamline care for at-risk youth.
- Facilitated consultation and support for school staff across six elementary and middle schools in SFUSD to enhance in-class therapeutic support and behavior management systems.
- Assisted clients and families in managing high-risk behaviors to promote safety. Provided crisis support to individuals and families to reduce potential harm. Conducted regular risk assessments and developed safety plans with clients, families, and educational institutions.
MFT Trainee
Homeless Children's Network
San Francisco, CA
08.2019 - 06.2020
- Conducted intakes and assessments, created treatment plans, and implemented evidence-based interventions with clients
- Provided individual psychotherapy sessions and case management services to clients and families within agency's EPSDT program
- Engaged caregivers and collateral supports in treatment
- Utilized trauma-informed, strengths-based approaches to therapeutic work with clients and caregivers from multicultural backgrounds
- Demonstrated flexibility and creativity to successfully transition all clients to telehealth during COVID-19 pandemic
Clinic Supervisor
Social Interventions
San Francisco, CA
09.2017 - 02.2020
- Scheduled, organized, and coordinated staffing for group therapy sessions serving approximately 15-20 clients enrolled in receiving group therapy services at clinic
- Responsible for ensuring and maintaining ethical compliance, including development and implementation of group therapy consent for treatment form
- Delegated tasks to staff members and monitored completion of all duties, provided support when necessary through training and direct communication
- Increased confidentiality of clinic's records and files through implementation of new software system
Group Facilitator
Social Interventions-Richard King, LMFT
San Francisco, CA
05.2015 - 01.2020
- Prepared and delivered CBT-oriented group intervention targeting social skill development for children from 4-12 years of age under supervision of a licensed marriage and family therapist
- Participated in writing and tracking client goals
- Provided client progress summaries and co-led parent meetings
Extended Care Teacher
Hilldale School
Daly City, CA
08.2016 - 05.2018
- Integrated mindfulness, anger management techniques, and arts and crafts to provide group of 20 students additional learning opportunities
- Communicated with parents about daily activities and behaviors
- Ensured safety of all students under care and supported individual student needs
- Mediated interpersonal conflicts between students
Education
Master of Arts - Counseling Psychology, Marriage And Family Therapy
University of San Francisco
San Francisco, CA05.2020
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology
University of San Francisco
San Francisco, CA05.2015
Skills
- Individual, family, and group intervention for adults, children, and caregivers
- Emotional regulation
- Clinical documentation
- Assessment and diagnosis
- Child therapy techniques
- Grief counseling
- Psychoeducation
- Coping skills'
- Active listening and communication skills
- Strengths-based and trauma-informed approach to therapeutic work
- Developing strong client relationships
- Boundaries establishment
Timeline
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
Izzo Marriage And Family Therapy P.C.
11.2022 - 02.2026
School-Based Mental Health Clinician
Oakes Children's Center
08.2020 - 07.2022
MFT Trainee
Homeless Children's Network
08.2019 - 06.2020
Clinic Supervisor
Social Interventions
09.2017 - 02.2020
Extended Care Teacher
Hilldale School
08.2016 - 05.2018
Group Facilitator
Social Interventions-Richard King, LMFT
05.2015 - 01.2020
Master of Arts - Counseling Psychology, Marriage And Family Therapy
University of San Francisco
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology
University of San Francisco