Connie Parker
Mesa,AZ
Summary
Licensed Clinical Social Worker with expertise in trauma-care, CBT, DBT. EMDR therapy, and clinical supervision. Committed to fostering emotional well-being through culturally sensitive, individualized treatment plans.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Licensed Clinical Social Worker/Private Practice Therapist
Circle of Hearts Counseling, PLLC
Mesa, AZ
05.2020 - Current
- Provide therapeutic support to clients, fostering emotional well-being and resilience.
- Develop individualized treatment plans based on comprehensive assessments and client goals.
- Conduct comprehensive biopsychosocial assessment including DSM 5-TR dIagnosis
- Provide clinical supervision to associate level therapists
- Maintain timely documentation of client progress, ensuring high-quality care and adherence to ethical guidelines.
- Deliver culturally sensitive counseling services, fostering inclusivity and respect within diverse client populations.
Recovery Coach Supervisor
Native American Connections
Phoenix, AZ
01.2015 - 05.2020
- Led group workshops focused on wellness practices and peer support dynamics.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive care for clients.
- Mentored new Recovery Coaches, sharing best practices and contributing to their professional development.
- Facilitated connections between clients and peer support groups, fostering a strong network for continued success post treatment.
- Contributed to program improvement initiatives by providing feedback on curriculum content based on client needs and experiences.
- Participated in multidisciplinary meetings focused on providing comprehensive assistance.
- Supervised a team of 8 Recovery Coaches
Outpatient Clinician
Native American Connections
Phoenix, AZ
05.2011 - 01.2015
- Led multidisciplinary team in developing individualized treatment plans for clients.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions to promote mental health awareness and support.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to identify client needs and barriers to care.
- Implemented evidence-based interventions to improve client outcomes and engagement.
- Trained and mentored junior clinicians on best practices in outpatient care delivery.
- Monitored client progress and adjusted treatment strategies based on feedback and results.
- Facilitated psychoeducational workshops for patients and families to promote understanding of substance abuse/mental health conditions and coping strategies.
Education
Bachelor's of Social Work - Social Work
Arizona State University
Tempe, AZMaster of Social Work - Social Work
Arizona State University
Tempe, AZSkills
- Multicultural competence
- Cognitive behavioral therapy
- Behavior modification
- Dialectical behavior therapy
- Trained in Eye Movement Desensitization Repossessing
- Clinical supervision
- Grief counseling
- Substance abuse treatment
- Trauma-informed care
- HIPAA regulations
- Evidence-based practices
- Excellent communication
- Critical thinking
- Adaptability and flexibility
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 8-10 staff members.
- Maintained 95% client show rate
- Team member of Curriculum Team- creating and teaching
- Supervisor over family therapy group
- Field Liaison for over 12 MSW Interns
- In Charge of social Determinants of Health Grant
- In Charge of Deferent Industries Grant
- In charge of the PEP Program
Certification
- LCSW - Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- AZ Board Approved Supervisor
- EMDR Trained
Timeline
Licensed Clinical Social Worker/Private Practice Therapist
Circle of Hearts Counseling, PLLC
05.2020 - Current
Recovery Coach Supervisor
Native American Connections
01.2015 - 05.2020
Outpatient Clinician
Native American Connections
05.2011 - 01.2015
Bachelor's of Social Work - Social Work
Arizona State University
Master of Social Work - Social Work
Arizona State University