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Courtney Nikolaas

Somerset,KY

Summary

Dedicated mental health professional bringing background working with individuals suffering from substance abuse and behavioral disorders. Focused on client advocacy, prevention and education to reduce impacts and recurrence of serious issues. Collaborative with multidisciplinary teams to create solid support networks for client needs. A strong passion for helping others.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Masters Intern

Gratitude Adjustment
Nancy , KY
01.2024 - Current
  • Assisted in developing treatment plans for clients based on individual needs.
  • Conducted assessments of patient's mental health history and current functioning.
  • Observed therapy sessions and documented patient progress.
  • Provided supportive counseling services to individuals, couples, families, and groups.
  • Participated in weekly case reviews and clinical supervision meetings.

Substance Abuse Counselor

Crossroads Treatment Centers
Somerset, Kentucky
08.2020 - Current
  • Assessed clients to determine individual needs and developed treatment plans accordingly.
  • Conducted assessments of client's mental health status and substance use history.
  • Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to ensure effective patient care.
  • Maintained accurate records of client progress in the electronic medical record system.
  • Developed aftercare plans for clients transitioning out of treatment programs.
  • Educated clients about available community resources for continued recovery support.
  • Monitored client compliance with medication regimens prescribed by psychiatrists or primary care physicians.
  • Referred clients to appropriate outside agencies when necessary.

Sexual Assault Victim Advocate

Adanta
Somerset, KY
07.2019 - 07.2020
  • Provided crisis intervention, advocacy and support to victims of sexual assault.
  • Assisted in the coordination of community resources for survivors of sexual assault.
  • Collaborated with law enforcement, medical personnel, social workers, therapists and other professionals involved in responding to cases of sexual violence.
  • Attended court proceedings as an advocate for victims of sexual assault.
  • Created awareness of victims' rights and services by delivering presentations to agencies, schools and community groups.
  • Consulted with other professionals, agencies and universities to discuss therapies, treatments, counseling resources and techniques.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice

Central Michigan University
Mount Pleasant, MI
05-2018

High School Diploma -

Oxford High School
Oxford, MI
05-2014

Master of Arts - Clinical Mental Health Counseling

University of The Cumberlands
Williamsburg, KY

Skills

  • Individual Therapy
  • Clinical Documentation
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Crisis Intervention
  • Communication Techniques
  • Intervention Planning
  • Community Engagement
  • Community Resources

Certification

  • TCADC
  • First Aid Certified

Affiliations

  • Studied abroad in Copenhagen, Denmark May 2017-July 2017
  • Member of Sigma Kappa Delta Delta Chapter
  • Member of the Justice Society at CMU

Timeline

Masters Intern

Gratitude Adjustment
01.2024 - Current

Substance Abuse Counselor

Crossroads Treatment Centers
08.2020 - Current

Sexual Assault Victim Advocate

Adanta
07.2019 - 07.2020

Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice

Central Michigan University

High School Diploma -

Oxford High School

Master of Arts - Clinical Mental Health Counseling

University of The Cumberlands

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