David Crespin
Clinical Mental Health Counselor - Intern: LPCC In May 2024
Fort Lupton,CO
Summary
Empathetic professional with hands-on experience providing quality therapy services to children and adults. Skilled in identifying, assessing and diagnosing mental health and emotional issues. Develops and implements treatment plans and provides counseling and therapy to obtain maximum results for patients. Works collaboratively with team members to increase team cohesiveness and company morale.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Mental Health Counselor Intern
Momentum Counseling And Consulting, LLC.
08.2023 - Current
- Assess mental health needs to determine nature and extent of clients' emotional, behavioral or mental health issues.
- Conduct phone consultations, intake assessments, update progress notes, Medicaid treatment plans, and support in billing questions.
- Document clients' progress to keep detailed notes on each client's treatment progress and changes in mental health status.
- Engage in group supervision and team meetings to support in case conceptualization and treatment planning.
- Display sensitivity to cultural and linguistic needs of clients and families served.
- Two years worth of experience working with Medicaid clients and associated documentation.
- Provide referrals to connect clients with other community resources to support mental health and well-being.
- Encourage patients to discuss experiences in group and individual settings.
- Staying current on mental health research to follow new developments and research in mental health field.
- Work collaboratively with other mental health professionals to provide consistent care and minimize diversion.
Office Support Specialist
North Range Behavioral Health
01.2022 - 08.2023
- Check-in clients for scheduled appointments and answer administration questions related to community mental health services.
- Provide administrative support for clinical staff, clients, and other agencies
- Answer phones, screen calls, refer clients to appropriate resources, and appointment scheduling/registration for services
- Perform routine record keeping
- Collaborate with other team members to create a positive work environment
Education
Master of Arts - Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Adams State University
Alamosa, CO 05.2001 -
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration - Management
University of Northern Colorado
Greeley, CO 05.2001 -
Skills
Suicide & Risk Assessment
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Trauma-Informed Counseling
Person-Centered and Humanistic Approaches
Adolescent Counseling
Efficient Documentation
Certification
IN PROGRESS - LPCC - Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
Accomplishments
- Effectively managing a caseload of 20+ clients as an intern
- Current and expected GPA of 4.0 in MA in Clinical Mental Health Counseling
- Experience in community mental health and private practice
Affiliations
- American Counseling Association
Timeline
IN PROGRESS - LPCC - Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
05-2024
Mental Health Counselor Intern
Momentum Counseling And Consulting, LLC.
08.2023 - Current
Office Support Specialist
North Range Behavioral Health
01.2022 - 08.2023
Master of Arts - Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Adams State University
05.2001 -
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration - Management
University of Northern Colorado
05.2001 -