David L. Prucha
Castle Rock,CO
Summary
Seasoned mental health leader and clinical therapist with a track record of facilitating clinically significant change in 93% of clients, adept in evidence-based practices, and training delivery. At Lyra Health, excelled in providing transformative therapy and training 800 therapists, showcasing exceptional program planning and interpersonal skills. Contributor to leading psychotherapy publications, underscoring a commitment to advancing mental health care.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lyra Care Therapist
Lyra Health
03.2022 - Current
- Providing evidence-based therapy within an employee assistance program for clients from diverse backgrounds.
- Facilitated clinically significant change in 93% of clients in the previous four quarters.
- Received the highest annual rating for each year employed.
- Provided training to 800 therapists on how to practice short-term therapy with high-risk clients.
Behavioral Therapist
Porter Adventist Hospital
06.2020 - 03.2022
- Practiced cognitive behavioral, dialectical behavioral, and exposure and response prevention therapy for high-risk clients in the Intensive Outpatient Program.
- Developed program materials and trained licensed clinicians in dialectical behavioral therapy modules and cognitive behavioral therapy.
- Provided crisis intervention services when necessary, de-escalating situations quickly and safely.
Affiliate Faculty
Regis University
05.2018 - 01.2022
- Taught graduate level courses in Treatment Planning and Diagnosis, Developmental Psychology, and Counseling Techniques.
Licensed Professional Counselor and Supervisor
Private Practice, Prucha Counseling LLC
01.2013 - 06.2020
- I owned and operated two locations in Lone Tree and Castle Pines, CO.
- Managed 10-15 licensed clinicians, and provided clinical supervision for LPC candidates, as well as counseling services for individuals, couples, and families.
- Conducted regular meetings with supervisees for case consultations.
Crisis Evaluator
Arapahoe Douglas Mental Health
05.2015 - 01.2017
- Conducted crisis evaluations assessing suicidal and homicidal risk within eight emergency rooms, an adolescent detention center, and an adult jail, to assess and make recommendations regarding appropriate levels of care.
Clinical Department Chair and Clinician
Division of Youth Corrections
12.2012 - 05.2015
- Program lead and responsible for the development of 15 clinicians working with violent offenders in a maximum-security setting
- Implemented cognitive-behavioral and dialectical behavioral programs and provided therapy for violent offenders
Education
Master’s - Clinical Counseling
Regis University
Denver, Colorado01.2011
Skills
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Dialectical Behavioral Therapy
- Exposure Therapy
- Cognitive Processing Therapy
Affiliations
- Colorado Counseling Association, Legislative Committee Appointment: Provided testimony and consultation to the Colorado State Legislature regarding the counseling profession.
- American Counseling Association
Certification
- California Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, 01/01/22, Present
- Colorado Licensed Professional Counselor, 01/01/13, Present
Publications
- 10+ publications between Psychology Today, Counseling Today, and Psychotherapy.net.
Timeline
Lyra Care Therapist
Lyra Health
03.2022 - Current
Behavioral Therapist
Porter Adventist Hospital
06.2020 - 03.2022
Affiliate Faculty
Regis University
05.2018 - 01.2022
Crisis Evaluator
Arapahoe Douglas Mental Health
05.2015 - 01.2017
Licensed Professional Counselor and Supervisor
Private Practice, Prucha Counseling LLC
01.2013 - 06.2020
Clinical Department Chair and Clinician
Division of Youth Corrections
12.2012 - 05.2015
Master’s - Clinical Counseling
Regis University
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