Danielle Perrault
Danbury,CT
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate professional with strong background in providing evidence-based counseling services to individuals and groups. Skilled in developing treatment plans, conducting assessments and documenting progress. Committed to advocating for mental health and well-being of clients. Effective communicator with a natural ability to lead diverse personalities, resolve issues and manage stressful situations.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Counselor
Recovery Network of Programs, Horizons
01.2024 - 06.2024
- Conducted intakes and assessments of clients to obtain necessary history regarding substance use, medical, and mental health
- Facilitated clinical groups and provided education about co-occurring disorders for all residents
- Carried a caseload (5 clients) that included weekly individual session, treatment planning, aftercare referrals and supportive services
- Prepared and maintained up to date documentation including client individual session notes (SOAP notes), individualized treatment plans, initial, continuing, and discharge ASAM’s.
Director
Cassie’s Cottage
07.2023 - 10.2023
- Supervise and hold responsibility of 3-6 woman new to recovery living in a sober house setting
- Ensure woman receive medications, attend groups, have support system.
Graduate Assistant
Western Connecticut State University, Psychology Department
09.2022 - 07.2023
- Assist in completing grant applications for Addiction Studies Master’s program
- Oversaw all student’s internship hours; grant management
- Supported all graduate department faculty office support needs
- Provided support to all graduate students.
Counseling Intern
MCCA, McDonough House
09.2022 - 03.2023
- Conducted group sessions on self-help, self-compassion, problem solving and coping strategies
- Performed BPS intake assessments to ensure accurate level of care placement and appropriate treatment plan development
- Contributed to treatment team meetings, shadowed communication with outside referral sources
- Provided clinical documentation of patient activities and behavior.
Education
Master’s of Science in Addiction Studies -
Western Connecticut State University
Danbury, CT07.2023
Master’s of Science in Sport Management and Recreation -
Springfield College
Springfield, MA06.2015
Bachelor’s of Arts in Educational Studies -
Roger Williams University
Bristol, RI06.2012
Skills
- Intakes and Assessments
- Individual and Group Counseling
- Client Advocacy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Crisis Prevention Intervention
- Progress Documentation
- HIPAA Compliance
- ASAM
- Treatment Planning
- SOAP Notes
Timeline
Counselor
Recovery Network of Programs, Horizons
01.2024 - 06.2024
Director
Cassie’s Cottage
07.2023 - 10.2023
Graduate Assistant
Western Connecticut State University, Psychology Department
09.2022 - 07.2023
Counseling Intern
MCCA, McDonough House
09.2022 - 03.2023
Master’s of Science in Addiction Studies -
Western Connecticut State University
Master’s of Science in Sport Management and Recreation -
Springfield College
Bachelor’s of Arts in Educational Studies -
Roger Williams University
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