Denise Laird
Spring,TX
Summary
Dynamic counselor with expertise in addiction and chronic pain management, successfully developed and implemented programs at Work Therapeutics. Proficient in cognitive behavioral therapy and skilled in biopsychosocial assessments, I excel in fostering client progress through individualized treatment plans and effective group therapy, enhancing overall client well-being and recovery outcomes.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Therapist
Work Therapeutics
09.2024 - Current
- Coordinate and run a chronic pain management program
- Conduct psychological assessments
- Conduct individualized therapy sessions
- Conduct an intensive group therapy
- Provide psycho education
- Teach meditation and relaxation sessions
- Workers compensation knowledgeable
- Performed appeals and peer reviews
Program Counselor
Positive Recovery Center
03.2024 - 09.2024
- Used cognitive behavior therapy to assist clients in recognizing and redirecting poor habits.
- Led IOP groups twice daily.
- Managed group focused on PHP projects.
- Coordinated family group meetings.
- Implemented evidence-based therapeutic interventions to promote positive behavior change.
- Conducted assessments to determine progress and performance and report findings to relevant authorities.
- Developed individualized counseling plans for clients to incorporate short-term and long-term goals.
- Facilitated group and individual therapy in outpatient setting.
- Developed individual treatment goals based on history and diagnosis.
- Provided counseling and support to clients with drug and alcohol abuse issues.
Counselor
Work Therapeutics
10.2014 - 11.2023
- Developed and implemented the Chronic Pain Management Program for patients who struggle to manage pain, jobs, and life.
- Performed biopsychosocial interviews and psychological testing
- Conducted a 4 hours per day therapy group including psychotherapy, education, nutrition, meditation, and art therapy.
- Counseled individuals in therapy as well as couples
- Coordinated best care for individuals with doctors and worker’s compensation adjustors and nurses.
- Coordinated presentations for vocational rehabilitation.
Substance Abuse Counselor/Region 3 Coordinator
Terrebonne Addictive Disorders Clinic
08.2002 - 11.2006
- Kept accurate and detailed records to track and document client progress.
- Supported and assessed clients struggling with addiction or relationship issues and devised strategies based on client needs.
- Conducted group therapy for felony offense DWI's
- Provided counseling and support to clients with drug and alcohol abuse issues.
- Coordinated care with probation officers and judges.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Developed goal-oriented psychoeducational and activity therapy groups to improve clients' level of functioning.
- Facilitated group and individual therapy in outpatient setting.
- Taught substance abuse classes to help clients understand consequences of drug and alcohol use.
- Led supportive group discussions and education sessions with alcohol and drug users
- Coordinated each case with detox and inpatient facilities
- Conducted group therapy at halfway house
Substance Abuse Counselor
Slidell Addictive Disorders Clinic
01.2001 - 08.2002
- Developed and implented education for IOP groups
- Provided counseling and support to clients with drug and alcohol abuse issues.
- Kept accurate and detailed records to track and document client progress.
- Used knowledge of different treatment modalities to provide clients with individualized options for successful outcomes.
- Conducted Intensive Outpatient groups
- Led education group sessions with alcohol and drug users and families.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend and holiday shifts.
Education
Master of Arts - Marriage And Family Counseling
University of Holy Cross
New Orleans, LABachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of New Orleans
New Orleans, LASkills
- Clinical Documentation Mastery
- Biopsychosocial Assessments
- Public Speaking Abilities
- Family Therapy and Family Systems
- Suicide Risk Assessments
- Worker's Compensation proficient
- Certified By the National Board for Certified Counselors (NBCC)
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Expertise
- Addiction Counseling
- Disaster Relief Counseling
- Individual and Group Counseling
- Acute and Chronic Pain
- Mindfulness and other Meditations
- Education on Substance Abuse and Chronic Pain
Certification
LCDC-I,
LPC Associate
Timeline
Therapist
Work Therapeutics
09.2024 - Current
Program Counselor
Positive Recovery Center
03.2024 - 09.2024
Counselor
Work Therapeutics
10.2014 - 11.2023
Substance Abuse Counselor/Region 3 Coordinator
Terrebonne Addictive Disorders Clinic
08.2002 - 11.2006
Substance Abuse Counselor
Slidell Addictive Disorders Clinic
01.2001 - 08.2002
Master of Arts - Marriage And Family Counseling
University of Holy Cross
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of New Orleans