Deanna Sofie
West Chester,PA
Summary
Dedicated and empathetic mental health counselor with a natural and effective ability in providing counseling services to diverse populations. Proficient in developing and implementing effective treatment plans to help clients achieve their therapeutic goals. Strong communication and interpersonal skills and extremely dedicated to the success of each client.
Experienced with providing compassionate and effective therapeutic support to diverse clients. Utilizes active listening and evidence-based techniques to address and resolve personal challenges. Knowledge of creating individualized treatment plans that promote emotional and mental well-being.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Professional Counselor
Tranquil Solutions Counseling Center
12.2024 - Current
- Utilizes trauma-informed approaches in therapy sessions when appropriate, helping individuals process past experiences and work towards healing effectively.
- Encourages self-reflection among clients by posing insightful questions that challenged preconceived beliefs and promoted cognitive shifts.
- Applies cultural competence throughout counseling interactions to ensure culturally sensitive care was provided for all clients served.
- Collaborates with multidisciplinary teams to provide coordinated care for clients, optimizing their mental health recovery process.
Counselor Intern
Stonebridge Counseling
08.2023 - 11.2024
- Provided individual, group and family counseling to clients ranging from young children to senior clients.
- Developed comprehensive treatment plans for each client, focusing on individual needs in order to effectively treat each client personally.
- Administered assessments as needed and created reports based on results.
- Implemented Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Person-Centered and Solution Focused as well as other therapeutic techniques.
- Developed effective counselor/client relationships while demonstrating kindness, compassion and empathy.
High School English Teacher
Toms River Regional Schools
09.1999 - 06.2009
- Developed and implemented lesson plans for students grades 9-12.
- Effectively taught English Literature, creative writing and grammar skills.
- Received Teacher of the Year award.
Education
Masters of Arts - Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA12.2024
English/Secondary Education
Georgian Court University
Lakewood, NJ12.1998
Skills
- Excellent communication and writing skills
- Individual and group therapy
- Crisis intervention
- Behavior modification
- Self-care strategies
- Empathy development
- Psychoeducation
- Grief counseling
- Family dynamics
- Substance abuse counseling
- Client advocacy
- Intake assessments
- Treatment Planning
Timeline
Professional Counselor
Tranquil Solutions Counseling Center
12.2024 - Current
Counselor Intern
Stonebridge Counseling
08.2023 - 11.2024
High School English Teacher
Toms River Regional Schools
09.1999 - 06.2009
English/Secondary Education
Georgian Court University
Masters of Arts - Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Liberty University
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