Summary
Skills
Work History
Education
Certification
Accomplishments
Accolades & Community Service:
Publications & Contributions:
Community Service & Initiatives:
Publications & Contributions:
Websites, LinkedIn & Psychology Today
References
Overview
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Dallas J. Pilecki

Dallas J. Pilecki

Westfield,MA

Summary

Passionate and dedicated Licensed Mental Health Clinician with a profound commitment to making a positive impact on individuals and communities. With a decade of experience, I have consistently sought opportunities to give back and support others in their journey towards stability and growth. My enthusiasm for providing compassionate care, coupled with the knowledge accumulated over the years, drives me to exceed expectations and inspire meaningful change. Firmly believing in the power of incremental progress, I am committed to helping individuals achieve transformative growth through small, consistent steps.

Skills

  • Conflict Resolution
  • Originality and Creativity
  • Relationship Building
  • Safety and Risk Assessments
  • Reliability & Leadership
  • Decision Making

Work History

Director of Behavioral Health

Missioncare at Holyoke
Holyoke, MA
03.2023 - Current
  • Developed and implemented behavioral plans for residents with complex psychiatric comorbidities.
  • Led group therapy sessions aimed at assisting residents in managing anger and anxiety, while educating them on fostering healthy coping mechanisms.
  • Provided comprehensive support to 125 residents with a spectrum of psychiatric and medical comorbidities, diligently monitoring and evaluating the efficacy of care plans. Modified interventions as needed to ensure optimal outcomes were achieved.

Owner & LMHC

Serendipity Psych Counseling & Consultations
10.2019 - Current
  • Developed & implemented successful treatment plans to meet therapeutic goals.
  • Identified mission statement, policies & procedures for the practice.
  • Performed comprehensive assessments for client.
  • Created free workshops, programming and handouts for the community.

LMHC, Consultant

Springfield College, Counseling Center
Springfield, MA
01.2020 - 05.2020
  • Conducted mental health counseling using evidence-based practice and clinical models.
  • Diagnosed mental health, emotional and substance abuse disorders.
  • Maintained progress notes and documentation for patient health records.

Mental Health Clinician

Baystate Noble Hospital Case Management
Westfield, MA
06.2018 - 10.2019
  • Work with patients in the ER, Medical floors & Community by providing assessments, therapeutic interventions, referrals and post discharge follow ups
  • Part of Opioid Task Force & Ligature Task Force initiatives.

Mental Health Clinician, Consultant

Westfield State University, Counseling
Westfield, MA
10.2017 - 05.2018
  • Worked with diverse college age students experiencing anxiety, depression, stress, PTSD, and suicidal ideation along with other diagnosis during long/short term counseling
  • Utilized various treatments styles including Solution Focused, Miracle Question, CBT, Relaxation, Coping, and DBT
  • Implemented various treatment plans which best addressed clients long/short term goals.

Mental Health Clinician

Baystate Noble Hospital CHART
Westfield, MA
02.2017 - 10.2017
  • Working with diverse population with complex medical & mental health diagnoses to obtain Outpatient services and supports and decrease ER visits and hospitalizations
  • Provide psycho-education, psychotherapy & support both inside the hospital and in community
  • Collaborate with hospital staff, outpatient providers and collaterals to develop well rounded treatment plans to address both short and long term needs.

Crisis Clinician

Behavioral Health Network Crisis
Springfield, MA
08.2015 - 02.2017
  • Performed Risk Assessments for diverse population of clients
  • Skilled in problem solving, judgment and time management
  • Collaborated with local agencies, hospitals and providers to provide comprehensive treatment and referrals
  • Experience working with Substance abuse clients & identifying treatment options.

Mental Health Clinician, Consultant Spring

Westfield State University, Counseling
Westfield, MA
01.2015 - 01.2017
  • Conducted intake interviews, case recording and test interpretation to assist in obtaining treatment for clients.
  • Collaborated closely with treatment team to appropriately coordinate client care services.
  • Referred clients to external resources for additional support.

Mental Health Counselor

West Central Family & Counseling
West Springfield, MA
05.2014 - 02.2016
  • Worked with Families and couples to identify issues of conflict, build communication skills and problem solving techniques
  • Witnessed client’s symptoms decrease as session progressed and observed clients achieving goals, which they set for treatment
  • Conducted psycho/social assessments of individuals and families.

Clinical Mental Health Counselor Intern

Westfield State University Counseling Center
09.2013 - 05.2014
  • Developed positive rapport with clients in order to help them elicit positive changes
  • Adjusted and modified goals in accordance to the various stages of student development, specific for each client
  • Performed substance abuse evaluations as well as taught substance abuse education class to students receiving misconduct sanctions
  • Collaborated with Academic Affairs, Residential life, Career Center and additional campus departments.

Education

Master of Education - Psychology, Clinical Mental Health Counseling

Springfield College
Springfield, Massachusetts
05.2014

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

Springfield College
05.2011

Associate of Science - Pre-Medicine

Holyoke Community College
05.2008

Certification

  • Licensed Mental Health Clinician –LMHC November 2018-Present

Accomplishments

  • BusinessWest's 40 Under Forty Class of 2023
  • Special Advisor for Springfield Mass Studios – 2023 - Present
  • Member of Greater Westfield Chamber of Commerce 2022-Present
  • Member of WMEPA – Western Mass Eldercare Professional Association 2021-Present
  • Member of Western Mass Senior Service Provider Group – 2021 -Present

Accolades & Community Service:

Accolades: 

Class of 2023 - BusinessWest's 40 Under Forty 

Licensed Mental Health Clinician –LMHC November 2018-Present 

Leadership and Community Service: 

Serendipity Giving Tree - Santa Shop - December 2021, 2022, 2023.

Opioid Awareness Event with Baystate Noble Hospital- May  2019

Westfield Youth Girls Lacrosse- President September 2019-September 2021

Westfield Youth Girls Lacrosse-Vice President September 2017-September 2019 

Coach - Basketball - Westfield Park & Rec - November 2022 - January 2023 

Coach – Westfield Youth Girls Lacrosse March 2018- June 2021

Coach - Youth Soccer - September 2019 - November 2019

Coach Youth Basketball & Indoor Soccer – Westfield Boys & Girls Club - 2009 - 2011

Publications & Contributions:

  • Upcoming: Westfield Lifestyle Magazine – Investing in Yourself, Family & Relationships – April 2024 edition.
  • African American Point of View –(page 13) - https://afampointofview.com/pdfviewer/september-2023/?auto_viewer=true#page=&zoom=auto&pagemode=none
  • Serendipity Psych Counseling - Main site
  • BusinessWest’s40 Under Forty - https://businesswest.com/blog/dallas-pilecki/
  • The Reminder – https://www.thereminder.com/localnews/westfield/serendipity-psych-celebrates-first-month-of-busine/
  • Lifestyle Magazine - https://citylifestyle.com/springfield-ma/articles/beauty/im-engaged-now-what
  • The Reminder - https://www.thereminder.com/localnews/greaterspringfield/local-experts-weigh-in-on-how-to-talk-to-your-kids/
  • Discover Westfield Interview - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OvS4ceubPx8

Community Service & Initiatives:

  • Serendipity Giving Tree - Santa Shop - December 2021, 2022, 2023.
  • Opioid Awareness Event with Baystate Noble Hospital- May 2019
  • Westfield Youth Girls Lacrosse- President September 2019-September 2021
  • Westfield Youth Girls Lacrosse-Vice President September 2017-September 2019
  • Coach - Basketball - Westfield Park & Rec - November 2022 - January 2023
  • Coach – Westfield Youth Girls Lacrosse March 2018- June 2021
  • Coach - Youth Soccer - September 2019 - November 2019
  • Coach Youth Basketball & Indoor Soccer – Westfield Boys & Girls Club - 2009 - 2011

Publications & Contributions:

  • Westfield Lifestyle Magazine – Investing in Yourself, Family & Relationships – upcoming April 2024 edition.
  • African American Point of View –(pg. 13)- https://afampointofview.com/pdfviewer/september-2023/
  • BusinessWest’s40 Under Forty - https://businesswest.com/blog/dallas-pilecki/
  • The Reminder – https://www.thereminder.com/localnews/westfield/serendipity-psych-celebrates-first-month-of-busine/
  • Lifestyle Magazine - https://citylifestyle.com/springfield-ma/articles/beauty/im-engaged-now-what
  • The Reminder - https://www.thereminder.com/localnews/greaterspringfield/local-experts-weigh-in-on-how-to-talk-to-your-kids/
  • Discover Westfield Interview - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OvS4ceubPx8

Websites, LinkedIn & Psychology Today

  • Serendipity Facebook – www.facebook.com/serendipitypsych
  • Serendipity Main site – www.serendipitypsych.com
  • Free Workshops & Resources - https://www.serendipitypsych.com/free-workshops
  • Psychology today - https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/dallas-pilecki-serendipity-psych-westfield-ma/710778
  • LinkedIn – www.linkedin.com/in/dallas-pilecki

References

Tracy Clapp BSN, RN Director of Nursing - MissionCare at Holyoke - 413-221-3992

Ariana Avezzie M.Ed LMHC Mental Health Clinician - Serendipity Psych - 413-579-8886 

Laurie Gilbert - Baystate Health Palliative Care Volunteer Coordinator - 413-386-5022

Tammy Bringaze PhD, NCC, LMHC - Private Practice - Northampton Ma - 413-320-5533

Overview

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10
years of professional experience
1
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Certificate

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