Dana Walter
Fort Atkinson,Wisconsin
Summary
Compassionate Psychotherapist with a progressive history working with broad spectrum of issues. Excellent ability to build therapeutic relationships and foster growth. Experienced facilitating individual, couples, and family counseling. Highly organized, motivated, and able to work independently.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Psychotherapist
Individual & Family Counseling, Catholic Charities
04.2011 - Current
- Direct strength-based, culturally competent and individualized intakes and assessment
- Conduct therapeutic individual, couples, and family therapy sessions: Offer face-to-face, video and phone sessions
- Complete EAP assessment, brief therapy, and referral services
- Specialize in treating depression, anxiety, trauma, and school issues
- Utilize appropriate treatment modalities based on client needs
- Document client progress in confidential files and maintain accurate records
- Collaborate with primary care physicians, human service professionals, caregivers, legal counsel, and educators
- Provide clients with recommendations to community resources and psychiatric services
- Update records and make ongoing recommendations to improve clinic operations
Psychotherapist
Family Resources Associates
08.2002 - 04.2005
- Conducted therapeutic individual and family therapy sessions
- Specialized in treating children with depression, anxiety, school problems, ADD, and grief issues
- Developed and implemented treatment plans
- Worked with clinical psychiatrist to review patient progress
Psychotherapist
Cornerstone Mental Health Associates
06.1997 - 03.1999
- Provided individual, family, and marital therapy to diverse population
- Specialized in play therapy and CBT
- Expertise in anxiety disorders, ADD, grief reactions, mood disorders, and PTSD
- Provided comprehensive case management services
EAP Coordinator
Family Services Association Of Beloit
02.1994 - 03.1997
- Marketed EAP contracts to local businesses/industries and managed current contracts
- Conducted supervisory training and employee awareness sessions
- Supervised EAP staff
- Developed and implemented educational inservices
- Conducted assessments and brief therapy sessions for EAP clients
Clinical Assessment Center Counselor
Oakwood Hospital
03.1993 - 02.1994
- Gathered and documented data necessary to assess patient needs
- Made referrals to outpatient, partial hospitalization, and inpatient care
- Made inquiry calls and conducted follow-up calls as assigned
- Represented psychiatric services to referral sources, community agencies, court services, and social service agencies
Counselor
Mooseheart International
03.1992 - 03.1993
- Provided individual, group, and family therapy to children in residential setting
- Involved in treatment planning, crisis intervention, and periodic staffings
- Maintained contact with guardians, staff, and external agencies on matters pertaining to the mental health of clients
Education
Master of Science - Counselor Education
Northern Illinois University
DeKalb08.1991
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Marquette University
Milwaukee, WI05.1989
Skills
- State of Wisconsin license-LCSW
- Face-to-face and telehealth sessions
- Clinical assessment
- Case documentation
- Outreach with healthcare providers and community resources
- Treatment and discharge planning
Certification
- Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- Member Southern Wisconsin Mental Health Consortium
Timeline
Psychotherapist
Individual & Family Counseling, Catholic Charities
04.2011 - Current
Psychotherapist
Family Resources Associates
08.2002 - 04.2005
Psychotherapist
Cornerstone Mental Health Associates
06.1997 - 03.1999
EAP Coordinator
Family Services Association Of Beloit
02.1994 - 03.1997
Clinical Assessment Center Counselor
Oakwood Hospital
03.1993 - 02.1994
Counselor
Mooseheart International
03.1992 - 03.1993
Master of Science - Counselor Education
Northern Illinois University
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Marquette University
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