Elvia Miriam Lechuga
El Paso
Summary
Compassionate and achievement driven social worker skilled in assessments, developing treatment plans, counseling and evaluations. Provided clinical social work in multiple settings and diverse populations/age groups. Trained and skilled in Functional Family Therapy, Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, EMDR and Motivational Interviewing with success in helping clients meet their treatment goals. Proven ability to quickly build trust and rapport with individuals of all ages.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Counselor
El Paso Center for Children
06.2021 - Current
- Worked collaboratively with Texas Department of Family and Protective Services and Prevention and Early Intervention Division team to ensure a high-fidelity implementation of counseling and family support services.
- Conducted screenings/intakes, psychosocial assessments and treatment plans with accuracy.
- Maintained accurate documentation of client interactions, assessments, and progress notes for effective case management.
- Educated clients on available community resources and provided crisis intervention, fostering a sense of empowerment and self sufficiency.
- Maintained a caseload of up to 35 children conducting individual and family therapy for children and youth ages 6 to 17.
- Implemented behavioral modification strategies and modalities to ensure clients develop healthier coping mechanisms.
- Contributed to a supportive work environment by sharing knowledge, resources and new findings within the behavioral and mental health fields.
Clinician/Facilitator
River Oak Center For Children
09.2019 - 12.2020
- Directed family-centered, strength based, culturally competent and individualized intakes, assessments, advocacy and referrals.
- Provided comprehensive case management services, performed diagnostic interviews and mental health diagnosis, created individualized treatment plans and connected clients and families to appropriate resources.
- Maintained caseload of up to 28 children and conducted individual therapy and family therapy sessions for children and youth ages 6 to 19 and determined appropriate method of treatment intervention including behavior modification.
- Consistently met established administrative requirements and billing goals to include casework records, correspondence, reports and clinical documentation.
- Worked collaboratively with other mental health professionals within the treatment team to provide consistent care towards meeting treatment goals and completed effective client discharge requirements.
Therapist Intern
Acacia Counseling And Wellness Center
08.2018 - 04.2019
- Provided individual psychotherapy and introduced meditation, guided imagery and breathing techniques to clients.
- Created successful treatment plans, and termination goals with 80% meeting their treatment goals.
- Completed treatment documentation and clinical notes for each client in a timely manner.
- Provided case management, completed intake assessments and diagnosis during intakes.
- Completed 600 hour-internship working mainly with university students in need of mental health support.
Therapist Intern
Sierra School At Eastern Extension
05.2018 - 07.2018
- Provided direct clinical services including individual and group psychotherapy and play therapy to at risk, emotionally disturbed and intellectually impaired youth clients.
- Assessed youth behaviors and conducted sessions focused on improving overall well-being.
- Utilized and implemented diverse therapeutic interventions and counseling methods to attain treatment goals and coping skills.
- Completed progress notes for each session in a timely manner.
Virtual Therapist Intern
MSW @ USC Virtual Field Practicum
01.2018 - 04.2018
- Practiced live therapy with a simulated client integrated practicum material on: clinical case management skills, client risk assessment, introduction to DSM-5, ethical decision-making skills, and professional code of ethics.
- Practiced evidence-based interventions such as Motivational Interviewing, Problem-Solving Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.
- Completed reflective assignments and progress notes fo weekly clinical supervision.
Human Resources Specialist
Unites States Army Reserve
09.2000 - 09.2015
- Prepared and processed finance related actions, performance reviews, promotions, separations, retirement, transfer requests and awards.
- Scheduled and maintained medical readiness appointments while monitoring unit mobilization status for the entire Brigade.
- Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training certified and served as the representative providing guidance and counseling assistance to Soldiers presenting symptoms of anxiety, depression, post-traumatic stress disorder, and substance abuse.
- Oversaw budget in excess of 3 million dollars in training and operations fo the entire Brigade.
Education
Master of Arts - Social Work
University Of Southern California
04.2019
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
University Of Phoenix
04.2017
High School Diploma -
Mountain View High School
El Paso, TX05.2000
Skills
- Empathic to work with diverse populations
- Possess good communication skills both verbal and written
- Strong interpersonal skills, including flexibility, persistence, and patience
- Decision-making
- Problem-solving abilities/good judgement
- Team-oriented
- Bi-lingual, proficient in Spanish and English
Certification
Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Therapy
Functional Family Therapy
Motivational Interviewing Therapy
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Counselor
El Paso Center for Children
06.2021 - Current
Clinician/Facilitator
River Oak Center For Children
09.2019 - 12.2020
Therapist Intern
Acacia Counseling And Wellness Center
08.2018 - 04.2019
Therapist Intern
Sierra School At Eastern Extension
05.2018 - 07.2018
Virtual Therapist Intern
MSW @ USC Virtual Field Practicum
01.2018 - 04.2018
Human Resources Specialist
Unites States Army Reserve
09.2000 - 09.2015
Master of Arts - Social Work
University Of Southern California
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
University Of Phoenix
High School Diploma -
Mountain View High School
Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Therapy
Functional Family Therapy
Motivational Interviewing Therapy
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