Dana Howell
Richmond,VA
Summary
Licensed Behavioral Health Clinician with comprehensive experience in hospital and private practice settings. Specializes in evidence-based therapy and interdisciplinary collaboration, developing tailored treatment plans that enhance client outcomes. Focused on creating supportive environments and advancing leadership development initiatives.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Behavioral Health Clinician-Child PM&R
Children’s Hospital of Richmond
Richmond, VA
07.2025 - Current
- Conducted assessments to diagnose mental illness, develop treatment plans and monitor progress.
- Delivered individual and group therapy in outpatient hospital setting using evidence-based approaches to address diverse mental health concerns, enhancing client outcomes.
- Coordinated interdisciplinary care with social workers, nurses, neuropsychologist, and physicians to create integrated treatment plans, ensuring comprehensive support for clients.
- Guided clients and families in understanding mental health issues and implementing coping strategies, fostering resilience and empowerment.
- Assisted clients in developing healthy coping skills, setting goals and improving communication.
- Maintained accurate clinical records and documentation compliant with state and insurance regulations.
Mental Health Counselor
Sunstone Counseling
Falls Church, VA
08.2021 - Current
- Provide individual and group therapy to children, adolescents, and young adults, utilizing evidence-based therapeutic approaches.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to create personalized treatment plans addressing emotional, behavioral, and psychological challenges, enhancing client outcomes.
- Implement crisis intervention strategies, providing immediate support and safety planning for clients in acute distress, effectively stabilizing situations.
- Monitor client progress and adjust treatment plans based on ongoing assessments, feedback, and therapeutic goals.
- Collaborated with families, schools, and healthcare providers to establish supportive networks around clients, ensuring seamless continuity of care.
- Provide individual and group therapy to children, adolescents, and young adults, utilizing evidence-based therapeutic approaches.
Curriculum Development and Team Lead Manager
Engage 365
Nashville, TN
10.2021 - 08.2025
- Deliver one-on-one coaching sessions for mid-level managers, focusing on leadership development, team management, and personal effectiveness.
- Guide clients in setting achievable goals aligned with organizational objectives and monitor progress to ensure continuous development.
- Document sessions in pre-approved format, analyzing trends and identifying opportunities for improvement.
- Supported clients in navigating workplace challenges, enhancing transitions and team dynamics for better performance.
- Collaborated with HR and senior leadership to align coaching initiatives with company values and talent development objectives.
Education
M.A - Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Marymount University
Arlington, VA08-2021
BA - Biology, Psychology, Chemistry
Howard University
Washington, DC05-2018
Skills
- Evidence-based therapy
- Behavioral assessment
- Clinical documentation
- Assessment and Evaluation
- Care Coordination
- Child Development
- Training and Development
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Leadership
Timeline
Licensed Behavioral Health Clinician-Child PM&R
Children’s Hospital of Richmond
07.2025 - Current
Curriculum Development and Team Lead Manager
Engage 365
10.2021 - 08.2025
Mental Health Counselor
Sunstone Counseling
08.2021 - Current
M.A - Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Marymount University
BA - Biology, Psychology, Chemistry
Howard University