Deonca L. Robinson
Little River,SC
Summary
Professional therapist with strong experience in school settings, offering expertise in child and adolescent mental health. Skilled in individual and group therapy, crisis intervention, and developing personalized treatment plans. Emphasizes team collaboration and adapts effectively to changing needs, ensuring reliable and impactful support for students. Known for strong communication, empathetic listening, and ability to foster positive relationships.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
School Based Therapist
Medical University of South Carolina
06.2024 - Current
- Provided guidance to school staff on best practices for supporting students with mental health concerns, contributing to an inclusive learning environment.
- Maintained detailed documentation of student progress, ensuring accurate records and facilitating data-driven decision-making processes.
- Provided crisis intervention support during critical situations, ensuring the safety of all students involved.
- Utilized evidence-based practices in therapy sessions, contributing to positive outcomes for students across various demographics.
- Developed strong rapport with students by actively listening and empathizing with their concerns, fostering trust in therapeutic relationships.
- Implemented classroom accommodations for students with special needs, enhancing their ability to succeed academically alongside their peers.
- Served as a liaison between school staff and families, ensuring seamless communication regarding students'' mental health needs and progress.
- Completed required documentation and reports for compliance and treatment planning.
- Met with students to conduct individual assessments and determine academic and mental health needs.
Lead Behavioral Interventionist
Horry County School District
01.2008 - 06.2024
- Provided individual, family and group therapy
- Provide Psycho-educational training
- Developed Treatment Plans
- Supervised 2-3 people
- Reduced classroom disruptions by providing proactive support to teachers in managing challenging behaviors.
- Designed engaging lessons that incorporated social-emotional learning components, increasing self-awareness and interpersonal competence among students.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive behavior support plans, resulting in improved student functioning.
- Implemented crisis intervention techniques when necessary, prioritizing safety while de-escalating high-stress situations efficiently.
Behavior Interventionist
Horry County School District
11.2006 - 01.2008
- Promoted positive behavior change through consistent reinforcement and appropriate consequences.
- Provided crisis intervention services when necessary, ensuring the safety and wellbeing of all individuals involved.
- Helped students build skills to navigate typical academic and social situations.
- Reduced classroom disruptions by providing one-on-one assistance to students struggling with behavioral challenges.
- Served as a liaison between teachers, administrators, and parents to provide ongoing support for students facing behavioral difficulties.
- Conducted assessments of students to determine individual needs.
Human Service Specialist I
Waccamaw Center for Mental Health
10.2003 - 11.2006
- Provided social skills training to MI adults
- Provided Crisis Intervention
- Completed daily clinical notes
- Advisor to SHARE members
Human Service Specialist I
Lighthouse Care Center
03.2002 - 08.2002
- Monitored youth with behavioral issues in a residential setting
- Crisis Prevention Intervention training
Social Service Assistant/Victim Advocate
Department of Social Work Services Ft. Wainwright
09.1998 - 07.1999
- Counseled military men, women and children that were victims of abuse
- Member of the Case Review Committee
- Made appropriate referrals for victims of abuse
- Provided information to Central Registry for Offenders
- Provided crisis counseling and intervention services to clients in emergency situations.
- Documented client progress and activities in accordance with agency policies and procedures.
Program Aide
Girls Incorporated of Columbus
05.1998 - 06.1998
- Mentored young girls (finances, relationships, goals, etc.)
- Responsible for the safe transportation of children
- Monitored children's activities throughout day for safety.
- Utilized positive reinforcement to help children develop communication, social engagement and collaboration skills.
- Implemented welcoming environment where children felt safe and secure and enjoyed interacting with others.
Human Service Specialist I
Waccamaw Center for Mental Health
08.1997 - 01.1998
- Worked with families at risk of losing their children
- Provided Crisis Intervention
- Maintained timely, clinical documentation
Education
M.A. - Counseling Emphasis in Marriage & Family Therapy
Webster University
Myrtle Beach, SC01.2006
B.S. - Psychology
Francis Marion University
Florence, SC01.1996
Skills
- Anxiety management
- Suicide risk assessment
- Emotional regulation support
- Self-harm prevention
- Depression treatment
- Social skills training
- Individualized treatment planning
- Grief counseling
- Play therapy techniques
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Time management
Certification
- ADHD Certified Clinical Services Provider Certification (ADHD-CCSP) Certification January 2025
- Certified Clinical Trauma Professional Certification (CCTP) July 2023
- Gottman Method Couples Therapy Level 1 Training Certificate Self Pace December 2021
- Level I Certification for Cognitive Behavioral National Association of Cognitive Behavioral Therapist Myrtle Beach, South Carolina 2006
- Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral, Medical University of South Carolina 2006
- Prepare/Enrich Certified, Life Innovations, Incorporated, Greenville, South Carolina 2006
- South Carolina Adlerian Psychology Training, Myrtle Beach, South Carolina 2006
Affiliations
- American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy Clinical Fellow 2019
- South Carolina Labor & Licensing Board Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist 2019
Timeline
School Based Therapist
Medical University of South Carolina
06.2024 - Current
Lead Behavioral Interventionist
Horry County School District
01.2008 - 06.2024
Behavior Interventionist
Horry County School District
11.2006 - 01.2008
Human Service Specialist I
Waccamaw Center for Mental Health
10.2003 - 11.2006
Human Service Specialist I
Lighthouse Care Center
03.2002 - 08.2002
Social Service Assistant/Victim Advocate
Department of Social Work Services Ft. Wainwright
09.1998 - 07.1999
Program Aide
Girls Incorporated of Columbus
05.1998 - 06.1998
Human Service Specialist I
Waccamaw Center for Mental Health
08.1997 - 01.1998
B.S. - Psychology
Francis Marion University
M.A. - Counseling Emphasis in Marriage & Family Therapy
Webster University
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