Critisha Ashley
Davenport,FL
Summary
With a robust background at Honey Inspired Coaching and Accepting Therapy, I excel in motivational skills and behavior modification, enhancing client well-being and fostering significant life transitions. Leveraging positive psychology and accountability coaching, I've successfully guided individuals towards achieving personal and professional fulfillment, demonstrating a 100% commitment to client progress and satisfaction.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Professional Life Coach
Honey Inspired Coaching
Davenport, IL
01.2023 - Current
- Promoted an atmosphere of respect between coach and client during every interaction.
- Helped couples work through serious issues and restore relationships or part amicably.
- Kept pace with changes in research on diagnostic and treatment protocols to give best possible support to clients.
- Incorporated different treatment methodologies and evidence-based practices to meet clients' specific needs.
- Utilized various therapeutic modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy when appropriate.
- Provided one-on-one life coaching sessions to clients, helping them identify and achieve personal goals.
- Reviewed relevant research related to topics discussed during sessions in order to stay up-to-date on best practices within the field of life coaching.
- Fostered strong connections with community resources that could provide additional support for the client's journey towards success.
- Conducted assessments of client's current situation and identified areas of improvement.
- Referred individuals to outside resources and services for additional support.
- Listened to personal stories, asked probing questions and offered knowledgeable advice for different situations.
- Coordinated resources to support clients and help each achieve targets.
- Counseled clients physical, mental factors impacting personal success.
- Delivered treatments to improve client functionality and environmental adjustment.
- Compiled personal information and compared against professional knowledge to determine needs and optimum strategies for success.
- Advised clients on how to create healthy boundaries in relationships with others.
- Assisted clients with developing relevant skills to improve functionality in social, educational and vocational situations.
- Provided feedback to clients regarding progress made during each session.
- Promoted useful resources to facilitate coaching goals.
- Helped clients identify goals, obstacles and strategies for attaining greater fulfillment.
Clinical Mental Health Counselor
Accepting Therapy
Chicago, IL
05.2021 - 05.2022
- Educated clients on self-help techniques such as relaxation exercises, stress management skills, and assertiveness training.
- Completed detailed documentation of sessions, patient notes and recommendations.
- Executed appropriate risk-assessment and mitigation strategies.
- Provided individual, couples and family counseling sessions to clients with mental health issues.
- Talked with family members during period when patients could not self-advocate.
- Developed individual courses of treatment for each patient by evaluating goals, mental health and practical conditions.
- Conducted psychiatric evaluations and executed medication management for both inpatient and outpatient facilities.
- Attended case conferences and meetings with other professionals as needed.
- Referred clients to external resources for additional support.
- Applied advanced counseling techniques to define patient and family issues.
- Advised families on how best to support their loved ones through difficult times.
- Participated in continuing education programs to stay current on best practices in the field of mental health counseling.
- Developed treatment plans outlining goals and objectives for each client's progress.
- Provided guidance and support for caregivers struggling with the demands of caring for a mentally ill family member.
- Provided occupational, educational and other informational services to individuals to aid in making educational or vocational plans.
- Documented service plans, treatment reports and progress notes.
- Assisted clients with identifying feelings and behaviors by asking open-ended questions.
- Conferred with clients to discuss treatment options and therapy goals.
- Gained complete knowledge of relevant statutes, case laws, ethical codes and regulations to adhere to best practice standards for professional practice.
- Met with patients and provided diagnoses and consultations.
- Created and reviewed master treatment and discharge plans for clients.
- Led patients in individual, family, group and marital therapy sessions.
- Diagnosed and formulated treatment goals for patients utilizing current DSM.
- Improved clients' compliance with treatment plans by advising on options and benefits.
- Incorporated different treatment methodologies and evidence-based practices to meet clients' specific needs.
- Conducted intake interviews, case recording and test interpretation to assist in obtaining treatment for clients.
- Served as lead clinician for patients with bipolar, depression, anxiety and personality disorders.
- Maintained accurate records of all clinical activities in accordance with state regulations.
- Diagnosed mental health, emotional and substance abuse disorders.
- Referred clients to other programs and community agencies to enhance treatment processes.
- Collected information necessary for psychological diagnosis by interviewing, observing and surveying patients.
- Evaluated clients' interests, abilities and needs alongside clinical presentations to develop targeted treatment plans.
- Created a safe environment that encouraged open communication among clients and staff members.
- Wrote comprehensive goals and patient treatment plans.
- Demonstrated sensitivity and competence in treating patients from diverse backgrounds.
- Provided counseling for relapse prevention, social issues and mental health problems.
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
- Updated and maintained databases with current information.
- Conducted comprehensive research and data analysis to support strategic planning and informed decision-making.
- Provided support and guidance to colleagues to maintain a collaborative work environment.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Collaborated closely with team members to achieve project objectives and meet deadlines.
Education
Master of Science - Clinical Mental Health Counselor
Walden University
Minneapolis, MN12-2021
Skills
- Positive psychology
- Motivational skills
- Accountability coaching
- Life transitions
- Assertiveness training
- Relationship coaching
- Health and wellness
- Spiritual coaching
- Grief and loss
- Conflict coaching
- Parenting coaching
- Behavior modification
- Self-awareness
- Work-life balance
Timeline
Professional Life Coach
Honey Inspired Coaching
01.2023 - Current
Clinical Mental Health Counselor
Accepting Therapy
05.2021 - 05.2022
Master of Science - Clinical Mental Health Counselor
Walden University