Diane C. Addison, MSW, LCSW

Psychiatric inpatient therapist, long term care and school based counseling while working for this company

• Guided clients in development of skills using a variety of behavioral therapies including cognitive behavioral therapy techniques.
• Documented client progress in confidential files.
• Partnered with multi-disciplinary treatment team as needed.
• Performed client assessments and developed treatment plans.
• Utilized meditation and visualization to support clients in meeting therapeutic goals.
• Provided crisis support and emergency care for patients.
• Implemented variety of evidence-based counseling methods to achieve therapy goals.
• Counseled individuals, groups or families to help understand problems, deal with crisis situations and develop realistic action plans.
• Demonstrated excellent oral and written communication skills to interact professionally with staff and clients.
• Evaluated patients' goals, as well as mental and practical conditions, to develop individualized courses of treatment.
• Assisted clients with gaining insights, establishing clear goals and planning strategies to reach personal targets.
• Trained in techniques such as hypnosis, DNMS therapy and Trauma Recovery to improve outcomes.

• Managed, taught and motivated a staff of 48 employees to be productive and engaged in work covering 6 counties
• Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes with company and county leadership teams.
• Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patrons.
• Resolved staff and client conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.