Deena Wigton
Willmar,MN
Summary
Dedicated social work professional with extensive experience in mental health assessment, treatment planning, and care coordination. Delivering individual, group, and family therapy with trauma-informed practices, CBT, and strong EHR documentation. Committed to improving client outcomes through collaborative, whole-person care.
Overview
1
1
Certification
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Outpatient Therapist
Sagent Behavioral Health
Hutchinson, Minnesota
06.2026 - Current
- Provided outpatient therapy for clients across Sagent Behavioral Health programs.
- Led individual counseling sessions using trauma-informed methods.
- Utilized evidence based practices such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in the delivery of therapeutic services.
- Created treatment plans with clients and care teams.
- Completed intake assessments and documented behavioral health histories.
- Facilitated communication among healthcare providers, including psychiatrists, case managers, and family members, to coordinate comprehensive client care.
- Collaborated with primary care physicians, psychiatrists, schools, social workers, and probation officers to ensure integrated care for clients.
- Educated families on the impact of mental illness on their loved one's functioning, enhancing their support capabilities.
Outpatient Therapist
Mental Health Specialty Group, PA
Minneapolis, Minnesota
07.2023 - Current
- Created tailored treatment plans to address specific client needs and goals
- Implemented evidence-based techniques to enhance client coping strategies and resilience
- Documented client progress and treatment interventions to ensure continuity of care
- Provided outpatient therapy for clients through virtual platform Rula.
CTSS/Early Childhood Therapist
Greater MN Family Services
Willmar, MN
11.2023 - 07.2026
- Assessed client needs and implemented effective treatment plans to foster growth.
- Conducted initial assessments of clients to determine presenting issues and develop treatment plans.
- Delivered tailored therapeutic interventions to support emotional and behavioral development.
- Educated clients on evidence-based treatments to enhance their understanding of the therapeutic process.
- Assisted clients in developing coping skills to better manage symptoms of mental illness or emotional distress.
- Responded to crisis situations with calm, supportive intervention.
- Led engaging group therapy sessions to promote social skills and peer interaction.
- Established safe environment for participants to share experiences and foster connections.
- Established trusting relationships with families to enhance support for client progress.
- Provided regular updates and resources to empower families in their child's development.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to develop comprehensive care strategies tailored to client needs.
- Participated in team meetings to discuss client progress and adjust treatment approaches.
- Delivered individual, marital, and family counseling using trauma-informed methods.
- Coordinated care with school, medical, and community providers.
Waiver Case Manager/Social Worker
Yellow Medicine County Human Services
Granite Falls, MN
05.2017 - 11.2023
- Conducted intake interviews for county human services case management services.
- Facilitated access to essential resources and services, enhancing support for diverse client needs.
- Developed comprehensive care plans tailored to individual client goals and needs.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to implement care plans, ensuring alignment with client goals.
- Maintained open lines of communication with team members to enhance service delivery.
- Conducted ongoing assessments to evaluate and adjust client progress towards established goals.
- Documented client progress and adjusted care plans based on individual needs.
- Assessed client needs using county policy and service eligibility guidelines.
Education
Master of Science - Masters in Social Work
University of St. Thomas
Saint Paul, MN05-2024
Master of Science - Social Work
Southwest Minnesota State University
Marshall, MN12-2009
Skills
- Clinical assessment
- Treatment planning
- Cognitive behavioral therapy
- Trauma informed care
- Individual therapy
- Family Therapy
- Group therapy facilitation
- Couples Therapy
- Child-Parent Psychotherapy
- Play therapy techniques
- Depression treatment approaches
- Psychodynamic therapy
- Motivational interviewing
- EHR documentation
- Case management
- Care coordination
- Clinical judgment
- Interpersonal communication
- Religious trauma care
Certification
- Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker
Timeline
Outpatient Therapist
Sagent Behavioral Health
06.2026 - Current
CTSS/Early Childhood Therapist
Greater MN Family Services
11.2023 - 07.2026
Outpatient Therapist
Mental Health Specialty Group, PA
07.2023 - Current
Waiver Case Manager/Social Worker
Yellow Medicine County Human Services
05.2017 - 11.2023
Master of Science - Masters in Social Work
University of St. Thomas
Master of Science - Social Work
Southwest Minnesota State University