Dana Guetschow, MSE, LPC
Middleton,WI
Summary
Licensed Professional Counselor with extensive experience in individual and group therapy. Expertise in crisis management, cognitive behavioral therapy, and personalized treatment plan development. Proven ability to provide psycho-education and foster effective communication within multidisciplinary teams. Committed to enhancing mental health through empathetic support and resourceful problem-solving.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
In Home Mental Health Therapist
Foundations Counseling Center
Belleville, WI
01.2019 - Current
- Collaborated with clinical supervisor and program manager to provide comprehensive therapeutic aspects of In-Home program.
- Conducted weekly face-to-face therapeutic sessions with assigned clients.
- Developed and implemented treatment plans including DSM-5 diagnosis and assessments.
- Maintained regular contact with school personnel or case managers based on client needs.
- Facilitated monthly communication with referring agency personnel when applicable.
- Attended scheduled collateral meetings as necessary or appropriate.
- Delivered individual and family counseling, offering support and crisis management in clients' homes.
- Completed assessment materials such as CAFAS and Beck’s Depression Inventory as required.
Wisconsin
Shell Lake School District
Shell Lake, Wisconsin
01.2013 - 01.2019
- Reduced 5th-grade Office Discipline Referrals by 50% through analyzing data, collaborating with staff, teaching social-emotional, academic, and career lessons, partnering with a domestic violence agency, and pairing students with mentors.
- Facilitated the school's Intervention Planning Team, which included collaboration team meetings; developing, implementing, and tracking the success of academic and behavioral interventions; conducting formal student observations; and initiating special educational referrals, including gathering and organizing all student data.
- Created Calm Down Corners in every classroom that were chosen to be integrated by the district into the K-6 guidance curriculum.
- Communicated effectively with parents and families to assess and connect them with community resources that fit their needs.
- Taught weekly classroom guidance lessons on topics such as self-control, self-esteem, social skills, and study skills.
- Responsible for all crisis management in cooperation with the local police department, administration, and school personnel. This included PrePare and ALICE training.
WI
Sparta Area School District
Sparta, WI
01.2012 - 01.2013
- Successfully served as a long-term substitute paraprofessional.
- I utilized my counseling skills, bringing together students and staff during a time of crisis.
- Implemented and followed rules and guidelines for RTI and PBIS, including monitoring student progress.
WI
Unified School District of Antigo
Antigo, WI
08.2011 - 06.2012
- Managed two different elementary schools.
- Coordinated fifth-grade career conferences with parents and students.
- Met the high demands of the needs of the schools with limited resources.
- Developed and implemented the goals of the Wisconsin Comprehensive School Counseling Model.
WI
UW-Platteville
Platteville, WI
08.2009 - 05.2011
- I interviewed returning students with disabilities to determine classroom accommodations.
- Entrusted to uphold protocol within the Student Services department.
- Utilized assistive technology with students.
WI
Sparta Area School District
Sparta, WI
02.2004 - 05.2009
- Fostered effective, ongoing communication with parents by providing verbal reports and written notes on children’s daily activities.
- Collaborated with co-workers and parents to maintain a 'partnership' environment.
- Conducted team IEPs and parent-teacher conferences.
WI
Chileda Institute
La Crosse, WI
09.2002 - 02.2004
- Advocated for student rights.
- Trained extensively in behavior therapy.
- Provided general care for students with disabilities, primarily autism.
- Employed multi-tasking skills to successfully complete the requirements of the job.
Education
Master of Arts - Clinical Mental Health Counseling Endorsement
Madison, WI
Madison, WI11.2020
Master of Science - School Counselor
Platteville, WI
Platteville, WI05.2011
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology, Special Education and Communication Disorders
Eau Claire, WI
Eau Claire, WI12.2001
Skills
- Crisis intervention
- Treatment planning
- Family systems therapy
- Behavioral assessments
- Psychotherapy techniques
- Data analysis
- Community resource connection
- Collaboration skills
- Effective communication
- Conflict resolution
- Active listening
- Cultural competence
Certification
- Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Wisconsin DSPS No: 11909-125, Expires: 2027-02-28
- Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction, School Counselor, Wisconsin DPI Code Number: 665590, Expired 2022-06-30
- State of Wisconsin Special Education, Educational Assistant, Wisconsin DPI Code Number: 665590, Expired 2011-05
References
- Kelly Jo, Duprey, MA, LPC, IMH-E, Supervisor, kjduprey@foundationscc.com, (608) 445-2847, Foundations Counseling Center
- Alisa, Martina-Kelly, LCSW, Director, akm@foundationscc.com, (608) 445-0710, Foundations Counseling Center
- Kelly, Schmidt, Retired School Nurse, (715) 931-0643, Shell Lake School District
Affiliations
- Camping
- Kayaking
- Crocheting
- Live Music
Accomplishments
- Certified in DBT (Dialectical Behavior Therapy
- EMDR trained
- Training in working with clients who struggle with neurodivergent, cognitive, and physical impairments.
References
References available upon request.
Qualifications
- Devoted counselor with the ability to reach each and every person where they are.
- Demonstrated talent for using my knowledge and experience to educate, teach social skills, and everyday life skills. Commended for excellence in innovation, Creativity, person centered approach. Trained in EMDR and DBT, ability to run groups effectively. Complete paperwork in a timely manner, good as a team player. Supportive of other therapists, embraces opportunities to work as a team. Focus on helping clients build confidence and skills to advocate in healthy ways for what they want and live a life worth living. Find worthiness and value in oneself.
Timeline
In Home Mental Health Therapist
Foundations Counseling Center
01.2019 - Current
Wisconsin
Shell Lake School District
01.2013 - 01.2019
WI
Sparta Area School District
01.2012 - 01.2013
WI
Unified School District of Antigo
08.2011 - 06.2012
WI
UW-Platteville
08.2009 - 05.2011
WI
Sparta Area School District
02.2004 - 05.2009
WI
Chileda Institute
09.2002 - 02.2004
Master of Arts - Clinical Mental Health Counseling Endorsement
Madison, WI
Master of Science - School Counselor
Platteville, WI
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology, Special Education and Communication Disorders
Eau Claire, WI
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