Dawn Combites
Stronghurst,IL
Summary
Mental health professional prepared to bring compassion and expertise to therapeutic settings. Experienced with therapeutic interventions, guiding clients through emotional and psychological challenges. Strong focus on collaboration and adaptability, ensuring reliable support for both clients and team members. Skilled active listening and empathetic communication. Recognized for mentoring MSW students and providing crisis intervention, fostering a safe environment for healing and growth.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Mental Health Therapist
Counseling Associates, Inc
Fort Madison, IA
07.2001 - Current
- Conducted comprehensive intake assessments to evaluate client needs and establish rapport.
- Assisted clients in identifying goals and developing personalized treatment plans.
- Maintained detailed documentation of client progress, effectively communicating with other healthcare providers as necessary.
- Improved client mental health by utilizing evidence based therapeutic techniques to help clients cope with emotional challenges effectively.
- Facilitated family therapy sessions to support communication, boundary setting, and healthy relationships among family members affected by mental health issues.
- Expanded professional knowledge through ongoing continuing education opportunities and participation in relevant workshops and conferences.
- Established strong rapport with clients by demonstrating empathy, active listening skills, and cultural sensitivity.
- Created a safe environment that fostered open communication, trust building and vulnerability among clients.
- Promoted positive coping strategies among clients by teaching stress management techniques and self-care practices.
- Mentored and provided clinical supervision for MSW students, offering constructive feedback on their work performance.
- Provided crisis intervention services to clients experiencing acute mental health distress, ensuring safety and stabilization.
- Worked collaboratively with other mental health professionals to provide consistent care and minimize diversion.
- Adhered to ethical and legal standards for confidentiality, protecting clients' privacy.
Education
Master of Science - Social Work
Saint Louis University
St. Louis, MO05-2000
Bachelor of Arts - Social Work
Western Illinois University
Macomb, IL05-1998
Skills
- Grief counseling
- Individual and family therapy
- Suicide prevention
- Adult, child and adolescent therapy
- Psychotherapy techniques
- Behavior modification
- Building rapport
- Geriatric mental health
Certification
- Licensed Independent Social Worker
- Certified DBT Therapist
- PCIT Provider
Timeline
Mental Health Therapist
Counseling Associates, Inc
07.2001 - Current
Master of Science - Social Work
Saint Louis University
Bachelor of Arts - Social Work
Western Illinois University