Daniel Holohan
Washington,DC
Summary
Licensed social worker with extensive direct practice experience in residential, school-based, and outpatient settings. Proven ability to engage and support adolescents experiencing substance use disorders, behavioral disorders, mood disorders, and learning disabilities through evidence-based practice. Innovative researcher focused on the diagnosis, assessment, and treatment of mental disorders, contributing valuable insights to the field.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Primary Therapist
Sandstone Care
05.2025 - Current
- Provide individual and group counseling within a PHP setting, supporting adolescents navigating substance use and co-occurring mental health concerns.
- Conduct comprehensive biopsychosocial assessments and complete intakes to inform accurate diagnoses and level-of-care decisions.
- Develop individualized treatment plans and deliver evidence-based interventions aligned with client needs and program goals.
- Facilitate family therapy sessions to strengthen communication, reinforce recovery strategies, and enhance family system functioning.
- Lead discharge planning, including safety planning, referrals, and care coordination with families, schools, and community providers.
- Create and implement original group curricula and psychoeducational materials to enhance program quality and engagement.
School-Based Clinician
Paving The Way MSI
09.2024 - 05.2025
- Maintained a caseload of over 20 middle school students, delivering individual and group therapy to address emotional, behavioral, and social needs
- Conducted comprehensive biopsychosocial assessments, intakes, and treatment planning to guide evidence-based interventions
- Implemented prevention-focused, school-wide supports, including social-emotional learning (SEL) lessons
- Collaborated closely with parents, teachers, administrators, and multidisciplinary teams to coordinate services and ensure continuity of care.
Clinical Intern
Westbrook Preparatory School
01.2023 - 12.2023
- Provided direct clinical services to adolescents with learning disabilities and behavioral disorders
- Co-facilitated three social skills counseling groups and developed curricula
- Led comprehensive treatment plan review meetings with relevant stakeholders to determine appropriate placements for clients
- Maintained client reports to track progress, record interventions, and provide relevant data for analysis.
- Responded to crises and emergency situations to provide immediate assistance to persons in need
Administrative Assistant
Ithaca College - OAOA
05.2022 - 01.2023
- Served as the public facing representative and primary point of contact for
- Ithaca College’s Office of Access, Opportunity & Achievement
- Managed office finances, website maintenance, event planning, scheduling and other administrative tasks
- Assisted in providing academic, financial and career support to students enrolled in opportunity programs including HEOP, CSTEP, CSTEM, and LSAMP programs
Yoga Instructor
YMCA Of Ithaca & Tompkins County
09.2021 - 09.2022
- Instructed up to three yoga classes each week, providing accessible group fitness and mindfulness instruction primarily to elderly people and people with physical disabilities
- Maintained positive relationships with class members through personalized and knowledgeable service.
Membership Specialist
YMCA Of Ithaca & Tompkins County
05.2021 - 05.2022
- Supervised and trained welcome center staff to provide an excellent member experience
- Utilized Daxco Operations to manage memberships, schedule programs, and process payments
- Processed financial assistance applications and assisted in connecting members to local services
- Promoted high level of member satisfaction using strong relationship-building skills, consistent follow-up and prompt issue resolution.
Education
Master of Social Work -
Syracuse University
Syracuse, NY08.2024
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
SUNY New Paltz
New Paltz05.2018
Skills
- Individual and Group Therapy
- Diagnosis and Evaluations
- Client Assessment and Treatment Planning
- Relapse Prevention
- Crisis Intervention
- Research Expertise
- Confidential Case Documentation
- Curriculum Development
- Discharge Planning
Timeline
Primary Therapist
Sandstone Care
05.2025 - Current
School-Based Clinician
Paving The Way MSI
09.2024 - 05.2025
Clinical Intern
Westbrook Preparatory School
01.2023 - 12.2023
Administrative Assistant
Ithaca College - OAOA
05.2022 - 01.2023
Yoga Instructor
YMCA Of Ithaca & Tompkins County
09.2021 - 09.2022
Membership Specialist
YMCA Of Ithaca & Tompkins County
05.2021 - 05.2022
Master of Social Work -
Syracuse University
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
SUNY New Paltz
Publications
Holohan, D., Marfilius K., & Smith C.(2023). Misophonia: A Review of the Literature and its Implications for the Social Work Profession. Social Work.
Licenses & Certifications
LIcensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) - Maryland, License #32952
Licensed Graduate Social Worker (LGSW) - Washington, D.C., License #LG200003035
CPR/AED Certified - American Heart Association