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David Orr

Morro Bay,CA

Summary

Accomplished Mental Health Therapist with a proven track record at Cottage Hospital, showcasing expertise in grief counseling and exceptional leadership abilities. Demonstrated success in reducing hospital readmission rates and facilitating impactful family therapy sessions. Skilled in psychosocial assessment and fostering interdisciplinary collaboration, ensuring comprehensive client care and positive treatment outcomes. Respectful Practitioner with a proven track record of helping clients improve mental health and well-being through evidence-based therapeutic approaches. Skilled in selecting and utilizing appropriate treatment modalities and interventions to meet the needs of individuals. Passionate about helping people manage mental health and improve quality of life.

Overview

34
34
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Mental Health Therapist

Cottage Hospital, Intensive Outpatient Center
05.2009 - 04.2014
  • Maintained detailed documentation of client progress, effectively communicating with other healthcare providers as necessary.
  • Evaluated treatment effectiveness regularly, adjusting intervention strategies based on client feedback and clinical judgment as required.
  • Facilitated family therapy sessions to support communication, boundary setting, and healthy relationships among family members affected by mental health issues.
  • Implemented behavioral modification techniques for clients struggling with unhealthy patterns of behavior or thought processes contributing to their mental health challenges.
  • Led psychoeducational groups covering topics such as emotion regulation, communication skills development, and relapse prevention strategies among others related to mental health improvement outcomes.
  • Tailored therapeutic approaches to meet the unique needs of diverse client populations, including individuals with substance use disorders and trauma histories.

Program Supervisor

Transitions- Mental Health Association
06.2005 - 08.2009
  • Oversaw staff training and development programs, ensuring employees were equipped with skills needed to excel in their roles.
  • Facilitated regular team meetings, keeping staff informed about updates, changes, or upcoming events related to the program they supervised.
  • Demonstrated strong leadership skills under challenging circumstances, effectively managing team dynamics during periods of transition or high-stress environments.
  • Evaluated program performance regularly, using data-driven insights to inform future decision-making processes.

Case Coordinator

Tri-Counties Regional Center
02.2003 - 02.2004
  • Acted as an advocate for clients when necessary, ensuring their needs were met and their voices heard throughout the case management process.
  • Managed over [Number] assigned cases and projects in [Year].
  • Safeguarded client confidentiality by adhering to strict privacy guidelines and maintaining secure records management practices.
  • Administered patient follow-up, data collection, clinical monitoring and coordination with primary health care providers.

Mental Health Practitioner

Placer County Health And Human Services
04.1999 - 06.2002
  • Reduced hospital readmission rates through consistent monitoring, follow-up appointments, and effective communication with interdisciplinary teams.
  • Assisted clients in achieving personal goals related to career development and work-life balance through targeted coaching interventions.
  • Established referral networks with local community partners, working together to provide comprehensive care for clients.
  • Monitored and recorded patients' progress to determine the success of treatments.

Mental Health Therapist III

San Luis Obispo County Behavioral Services
08.1980 - 07.1997

Intake, assessment, treatment planning, and discharge coordination for mental health and substance-involved clients seeking individual and group treatment.

  • Maintained detailed documentation of client progress, effectively communicating with other healthcare providers as necessary.
  • Evaluated treatment effectiveness regularly, adjusting intervention strategies based on client feedback and clinical judgment as required.
  • Tailored therapeutic approaches to meet the unique needs of diverse client populations, including individuals with substance use disorders and trauma histories.
  • Led psychoeducational groups covering topics such as emotion regulation, communication skills development, and relapse prevention strategies among others related to mental health improvement outcomes.
  • Advocated for clients'' needs within the broader healthcare system when necessary to ensure access to appropriate resources or accommodations during the treatment process.

Education

Master of Arts - Counseling Psychology

California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo
San Luis Obispo, CA
06.1977

Bachelor of Science - Social Sciences

California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo
San Luis Obispo, CA
06.1975

Skills

  • Individual Therapy
  • Relapse Prevention
  • Psychosocial assessment
  • Interdisciplinary Collaboration
  • Anxiety Management
  • Crisis Intervention
  • Group Counseling
  • Building rapport
  • Psychological Assessment
  • Group therapy facilitation
  • Treatment Planning
  • Anger Management
  • Family therapy
  • Adept at treatment and discharge planning
  • Positive patient experiences
  • Nonviolent Crisis Intervention

Certification

  • Stress Management Practitioner - Institute of Stress Management & Assessment
  • NLP Coach - David Key Coach Training
  • Community College Instructor Credential - California Community Colleges

Timeline

Mental Health Therapist

Cottage Hospital, Intensive Outpatient Center
05.2009 - 04.2014

Program Supervisor

Transitions- Mental Health Association
06.2005 - 08.2009

Case Coordinator

Tri-Counties Regional Center
02.2003 - 02.2004

Mental Health Practitioner

Placer County Health And Human Services
04.1999 - 06.2002

Mental Health Therapist III

San Luis Obispo County Behavioral Services
08.1980 - 07.1997

Master of Arts - Counseling Psychology

California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo

Bachelor of Science - Social Sciences

California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo
David Orr