Diana Gorbunova, LPC
Washington
Summary
Skilled Clinical Mental Health Counselor with experience delivering individual, group, and family therapy in outpatient and intensive settings. Expertise in evidence-based modalities, including CBT, DBT, and mindfulness-based interventions, enhanced by training in clinical hypnosis. Competent in providing trauma-informed, person-centered care for high-acuity and co-occurring populations.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Therapist
Enrichment Wellness
Silver Spring
01.2025 - Current
- Conducted tailored individual therapy sessions for diverse clientele, fostering client engagement and therapeutic growth.
- Developed and implemented personalized treatment plans based on comprehensive assessments, enhancing client care.
- Utilized evidence-based techniques to enhance therapeutic outcomes.
- Provided crisis intervention services for clients in distress.
- Maintained accurate and confidential client records in compliance with HIPAA guidelines.
- Documented all client interactions according to agency policies and protocols.
- Monitored and evaluated client progress towards goals established in treatment plans, ensuring accountability and support.
- Managed a diverse caseload, delivering therapy tailored to individual diagnoses.
Therapist, group leader therapist
Embark Behavioral Health
Chevy Chase
06.2024 - 06.2025
- Conducted individual therapy sessions for diverse clientele, improving client engagement and therapeutic outcomes.
- Developed personalized treatment plans tailored to specific client needs.
- Facilitated PHP group therapy for adolescents and adults, fostering communication and coping strategies for complex clinical presentations.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams, ensuring seamless integration of care and support for clients.
- Provided crisis intervention for clients in distress, maintaining safety and support.
- Created thorough documentation including assessment notes and progress summaries.
- Maintained accurate clinical records in compliance with HIPAA guidelines.
- Attended workshops on current trends in psychology and mental health counseling.
School-Based Therapist
MBI Health Services
Washington
10.2023 - 06.2024
- Conducted assessments to identify student needs and develop targeted treatment plans.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions to improve social skills and foster positive peer interactions.
- Provided individual therapy sessions for students facing emotional and behavioral challenges.
- Applied crisis intervention strategies to address immediate student needs.
- Collaborated with teachers and parents to enhance student progress and promote overall well-being.
- Documented therapy sessions, maintaining accurate student records for regulatory compliance.
- Educated staff on mental health topics, creating a more supportive school environment.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to coordinate comprehensive care for students.
Clinical Mental Health Counselor Intern
New Look Counseling
Waldorf
05.2022 - 02.2023
- Conducted individual counseling sessions, fostering therapeutic relationships with clients facing diverse mental health challenges.
- Assisted in developing tailored treatment plans that aligned with client assessments and therapeutic goals.
- Documented client progress and maintained accurate case notes consistently.
- Collaborated with supervisors to enhance therapeutic techniques, contributing to improved client outcomes.
- Participated in professional development workshops to enhance counseling skills.
- Engaged in regular clinical supervision with licensed clinician to discuss cases and receive feedback.
- Attended relevant trainings on clinical mental health counseling topics.
Clinical Mental Health Counselor Intern
Hope 4 You
Camp Springs
05.2021 - 05.2022
- Conducted individual counseling sessions addressing diverse mental health needs.
- Assisted in developing treatment plans tailored to client assessments and goals.
- Maintained accurate case notes, documenting client progress regularly.
- Collaborated with supervisors to refine therapeutic techniques and approaches.
- Participated in professional development workshops to advance counseling skills.
- Engaged in interdisciplinary team meetings focused on client care and treatment planning.
Psychiatric Rehabilitation Specialist Intern
Little Love Notes
Crofton
05.2021 - 12.2021
- Conducted assessments to identify needs and develop targeted interventions.
- Developed tailored rehabilitation plans addressing unique needs of clients with psychiatric conditions.
- Facilitated client goal-setting for realistic short-term outcomes, enhancing motivation and progress.
- Supported clients in distress through crisis intervention.
- Collaborated with families and professionals to develop treatment plans.
- Provided education to clients and families on mental health resources and effective coping strategies.
- Accurately documented client interactions and progress in electronic health records.
- Engaged in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss service best practices.
Education
Master of Arts - Clinical Mental Health Counseling
The Chicago School of Professional Psychology
Washington, DC05-2023
Skills
- Treatment planning
- Crisis intervention
- Client assessment
- Group therapy
- Cross-disciplinary teamwork
- Progress monitoring
- Regulatory compliance
- Effective communication
- Conflict resolution
- Emotional intelligence
- Family therapy
- Cognitive behavioral therapy
- Multicultural competence
- Narrative therapy
- Behavior modification
- Dialectical behavior therapy
- Diagnostic evaluation
- Mindfulness-based therapy
- Stress management
- Communication development
- Trauma counseling
- Hypnosis
- Cultural competence
- Client advocacy
Languages
English
Full Professional
Russian
Native/ Bilingual
German
Professional
Timeline
Therapist
Enrichment Wellness
01.2025 - Current
Therapist, group leader therapist
Embark Behavioral Health
06.2024 - 06.2025
School-Based Therapist
MBI Health Services
10.2023 - 06.2024
Clinical Mental Health Counselor Intern
New Look Counseling
05.2022 - 02.2023
Clinical Mental Health Counselor Intern
Hope 4 You
05.2021 - 05.2022
Psychiatric Rehabilitation Specialist Intern
Little Love Notes
05.2021 - 12.2021
Master of Arts - Clinical Mental Health Counseling
The Chicago School of Professional Psychology