Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Accomplishments
Languages
Why Me
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ELLA CHRELASHVILI

Philadelphia,PA

Summary

I’m a mental health professional on a mission to bridge clinical excellence with innovative technologies in the behavioral health field. With 6+ years of leadership across clinical operations, compliance, and program management, I thrive at the intersection of compassionate care and solution-oriented thinking—ensuring that data-driven improvements, advanced workflows, and strategic planning all work together to elevate outcomes for clients and communities.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Associate Therapist

THE CENTER FOR GROWTH
Philadelphia, PA
02.2023 - Current
  • Provide in-person and telehealth therapy for individuals and couples, employing evidence-based modalities to treat mood, anxiety, trauma, and eating disorders
  • Collaborate on operational improvements for scheduling, documentation, and client engagement; lead weekly mindfulness groups that enhance client skill-building
  • Innovate service delivery through data-driven approaches, helping refine therapy protocols and measure outcomes

Specialty Courts Coordinator

PUBLIC HEALTH MANAGEMENT CORP (PHMC), FORENSIC SERVICES
Philadelphia, PA
02.2020 - 05.2023
  • Provided high-level clinical oversight across multiple justice-involved behavioral health programs, functioning like an Assistant Director by supervising interdisciplinary teams, managing compliance, and driving strategic initiatives
  • Spearheaded program-wide data analysis to optimize resources, align budgets, and elevate service quality
  • Partnered with legal and administrative stakeholders to fine-tune workflows, streamline intake and referral processes, and increase successful program completions
  • Guided staff in achieving top-tier documentation standards, resulting in faultless evaluations and audits from funders and oversight agencies

Clinical Intern Counselor

SELF-HELP MOVEMENT
Philadelphia, PA
08.2021 - 12.2022
  • Conducted individual and group therapy sessions (CBT, ACT, MI, DBT) for substance-use residents in halfway house and inpatient settings
  • Completed biopsychosocial assessments and level-of-care evaluations (ASAM), advocating with insurance providers for coverage and continuity of care
  • Developed personalized treatment plans, discharge, and aftercare strategies, enhancing client outcomes and successful transitions

AMP Clinical Supervisor

PUBLIC HEALTH MANAGEMENT CORP (PHMC)
Philadelphia, PA
10.2016 - 02.2020
  • Led daily operations of a specialized criminal justice program, supervising case managers and evaluators to ensure evidence-based interventions
  • Standardized staff performance metrics and integrated continuous training, boosting client satisfaction and retention
  • Played an integral role in implementing a new EHR system, improving data capture, reporting accuracy, and interdepartmental communication
  • Collaborated with external partners (CBH, DA’s Office, Defenders Association) to align clinical services with broader justice mandates

Admissions Clinician

PRINCETON HOUSE BEHAVIORAL HEALTH & PRINCETON CENTER FOR EATING DISORDERS
Hamilton, NJ
06.2013 - 10.2016
  • Oversaw level-of-care determinations (IOP, PHP, inpatient) through clinical assessments, ensuring timely placements and insurance authorizations
  • Merged admissions departments by designing standardized procedures, training clinicians, and streamlining case reviews—boosting operational efficiency
  • Created a specialized training protocol on eating disorders, improving both clinical competence and treatment consistency

Education

Master of Arts - Professional Clinical Counseling

La Salle University
Philadelphia, PA
12.2022

Bachelor of Arts - Clinical Psychology, Spanish, Religion, & History

The College of New Jersey
Ewing, NJ
05.2012

Skills

  • Clinical Program Development & Oversight
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration
  • Data Analysis & AI Integration
  • Team Leadership & Staff Training
  • High-Quality Documentation & Auditing
  • Workflow Optimization & Process Improvement
  • Regulatory Compliance & Quality Assurance
  • Crisis Intervention & Evidence-Based Modalities

Certification

  • Licensed Associate Counselor (LAC), NJ, #37AC00787700, 11/30/2025
  • Mental Health Counselor Associate (MHCA), RI, #MHC00277, 10/10/2027
  • National Certified Counselor (NCC), #1724441, 03/31/2028
  • Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Pennsylvania, 03/2025

Accomplishments

  • Cross-Departmental Bridge-Builder: Rapidly learned workflows of multiple internal departments, enabling smooth collaboration among clinical, operational, and administrative teams.
  • Wore Many Hats: Embraced an 'all-hands-on-deck' mentality, stepping into roles outside your job description to maintain compliance and ensure seamless client services.
  • Transforming Documentation: Created a high-quality standardized protocol and personally trained staff, resulting in flawless audits and heightened stakeholder confidence.
  • Elevating Clinical Evaluations: Developed a more efficient process for conducting clinical assessments, increasing treatment matching, revenue from completed evaluations, and client program completion rates.
  • Next-Level Operational Efficiency: Improved departmental workflows and resource allocation, expanding service capacity for justice-involved and behavioral health programs.
  • Growth-Oriented Leadership: Mentored multidisciplinary teams, championing data-driven decisions, continuous improvement, and a culture of shared accountability.

Languages

  • English, Native
  • Russian, Native
  • Spanish, Proficient

Why Me

I bring unstoppable drive and an unshakeable commitment to every project I touch.
There’s nothing I can’t learn or tackle when I believe in a mission—whether it’s
implementing cutting-edge technologies, streamlining clinical workflows, or
leading multidisciplinary teams to success. My passion and tireless work ethic
turn challenges into opportunities and strategies into tangible, transformative
results.

Timeline

Associate Therapist

THE CENTER FOR GROWTH
02.2023 - Current

Clinical Intern Counselor

SELF-HELP MOVEMENT
08.2021 - 12.2022

Specialty Courts Coordinator

PUBLIC HEALTH MANAGEMENT CORP (PHMC), FORENSIC SERVICES
02.2020 - 05.2023

AMP Clinical Supervisor

PUBLIC HEALTH MANAGEMENT CORP (PHMC)
10.2016 - 02.2020

Admissions Clinician

PRINCETON HOUSE BEHAVIORAL HEALTH & PRINCETON CENTER FOR EATING DISORDERS
06.2013 - 10.2016

Master of Arts - Professional Clinical Counseling

La Salle University

Bachelor of Arts - Clinical Psychology, Spanish, Religion, & History

The College of New Jersey
ELLA CHRELASHVILI