Daisy Dozal
Santa Teresa,New Mexico
Summary
Entry-level School Psychologist Intern interested in pursuing work with diverse populations. Familiar with collecting, organizing and analyzing clinical data to aid in diagnosis and treatment of diverse disorders. Trained in evidence-based practices and skilled in maintaining records.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Mental Health Therapist
Gadsden Independent School District
09.2022 - Current
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to provide holistic care for clients, addressing physical, emotional, and social needs.
- Documented clients' progress to keep detailed notes on each client's treatment progress and changes in mental health status.
- Maintained detailed documentation of client progress, effectively communicating with other healthcare providers as necessary.
- Supported clients by representing needs and advocating for patient rights in healthcare, legal and community-based settings.
- Expanded professional knowledge through ongoing continuing education opportunities and participation in relevant workshops and conferences.
- Promoted positive coping strategies among clients by teaching stress management techniques and self-care practices.
- Conducted crisis interventions to respond to clients in crisis, assess immediate needs and provide support and resources.
Special Education Social Worker
Gadsden Independent School District
01.2013 - 09.2022
- Improved client well-being by conducting comprehensive assessments and developing tailored intervention plans.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure appropriate care coordination and resource allocation for clients.
- Monitored clients' progress and adapted treatment plans to meet changing needs.
- Evaluated clients' social, emotional and psychological needs to create treatment plans.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions to help clients develop coping skills and improve communication.
- Helped clients with recognizing and managing mental health concerns through evidence-based interventions.
- Conducted home visits to assess clients' home environment and provide support.
Renal Social Worker
DSI Services
01.2011 - 01.2013
- Established strong rapport with patients and their families, fostering trust and open communication essential to effective renal care provision.
- Enhanced interdisciplinary team collaborations for optimal patient care through effective communication and coordination.
- Developed community partnerships to expand available resources and support networks for patients.
- Organized clinical documentation, treatment plans, and referrals.
Therapist
Peak Behavioral Health Services
05.2009 - 01.2011
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based therapeutic techniques and interventions.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and deliver treatment plans and patient care.
- Utilized motivational interviewing techniques to help clients recognize personal barriers to change and identify actionable steps towards improvement.
- Developed strategies to help patients cope with stress and anxiety and build resilience.
- Delivered brief interventions to help clients develop healthy coping skills.
- Documented patient information, treatment plans, and patient responses.
- Built strong rapport with clients, fostering trust and open communication for effective therapy sessions.
- Counseled individuals, groups, and families to bring awareness of problems, deal with crisis situations and develop action plans.
- Provided crisis intervention services, stabilizing clients in distress and connecting them with necessary resources.
Education
Educational Specialist in School Psychology - School Psychology
05.2025
Master of Social Work - Social Work
05.2009
Skills
- Discharge Planning
- Crisis Intervention
- Case Documentation
- Mental health evaluations
- Multicultural Competence
- Child and Adolescent Therapy
- Group Counseling
- Suicide Prevention
- Behavior Modification
- Grief counseling
- Psychosocial assessment
- Treatment Planning
Certification
Licensed Master Social Worker
Youth Mental Health First Aid Certified
CPR First Aid
Restorative Justice
References
Anthony Rodriguez, LCSW, Lead Mental Health Therapist for GISD, 575-202-8373
Alma Forti, Lead Counselor for GISD, 480-586-0370
Adrian Castillo, EdS, School Psychologist for GISD, 915-637-2404
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
Timeline
Mental Health Therapist - Gadsden Independent School District
09.2022 - Current
Special Education Social Worker - Gadsden Independent School District
01.2013 - 09.2022
Renal Social Worker - DSI Services
01.2011 - 01.2013
Therapist - Peak Behavioral Health Services
05.2009 - 01.2011
New Mexico State University - Educational Specialist in School Psychology, School Psychology
New Mexico State University - Master of Social Work, Social Work