Emily Bucher
Columbus,OH
Summary
Client-focused social worker with 10 years of experience and success in delivering outstanding care to clients in different clinical settings. Competent clinical supervisor with demonstrated understanding of services, programs and resources. Passionate about teaching and mentoring the next generation of social workers.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Psychotherapist
The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center
07.2017 - Current
- Conduct biopsychosocial assessments, treatment plans, and provide individual and group therapy for ~30 clients each week
- Lead comprehensive DBT program which includes individual, group, phone coaching, and weekly consult group
- Serve a diverse patient population with diverse presenting concerns
- Utilize CPT, DBT, CBT, MI, affirmative, and strengths-based approaches
- Supervise MSW Interns
- Attend monthly staff meetings, peer supervision, and journal club
- Member of LGBTQ+ Employee Resource Group
Clinical Supervisor
Asian American Community Services
09.2019 - 10.2023
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate care for clients with complex needs
- Served as a liaison between clinical staff and administration to address concerns and optimize workflows.
- Supervised LSWs working towards independent licensure and MSW interns in the Family Support Program
- Provided trainings on social work ethics, HIPPA requirements, trauma-informed care, and behavioral interventions
Clinical Social Worker
Holistic Consultation LLC
03.2015 - 05.2017
- Conducted biopsychosocial assessments, treatment plans, and provided individual and group therapy for ~30 clients each week
- Served a diverse patient population with diverse presenting concerns
- Utilized CPT, DBT, CBT, MI, affirmative, and strengths-based approaches
- Supervised MSW Interns
Crisis Clinician Generalist
Netcare Access
08.2014 - 07.2016
- Conducted biopsychosocial assessments, treatment planning, crisis counseling, and coordinated care for clients experiencing a mental health crisis
- Maintained collaborative working relationship with community partners and knowledge of local resources
- Utilized CPI training and trauma-informed care approaches
Assessment Clinician
The Neighborhood House
06.2014 - 07.2015
- Conducted court ordered diagnostic AOD assessments
- Coordinated care and findings with local and felony courts
- Linked clients with appropriate level of care
- Supervised staff in weekly one on one and group supervision
- Conducted trainings for staff on ethics, trauma-informed care, etc
- Streamlined and updated documentation procedures and storing in compliance with ORC and HIPPA guidelines
Social Work Intern
OSU Counseling And Consultation Services
08.2013 - 05.2014
- Provided individual counseling to 7 clients each week
- Co-facilitated weekly therapy groups including, Understanding Self and Others and Accentuating the Positive
- Co-facilitated an outreach workshop, Managing Distress for the campus community
- Prepared and implemented client treatment plans and maintained client records
- Served undergraduate and graduate students from diverse backgrounds with primary concerns including depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, substance abuse, eating disorders, trauma, interpersonal issues, and adjustment difficulties
- Participated in training on various therapeutic techniques, presenting problems, and populations
- Conducted triage phone screenings each week and urgent appointments as needed
- Participated in research, disposition, and sexual violence committees
Social Work Intern
OSU Student Wellness Center
10.2012 - 04.2013
- Conducted brief alcohol screening and intervention for college students (BASICS) sessions
- Co-facilitated wellness coaching sessions with college students
- Participated in monthly OSU sexual violence committee meetings
- Chaired the Education and Outreach Subcommittee
- Received one hour of individual supervision each week
Education
Master of Social Work - Social Work-Clinical Track
The Ohio State University
Columbus, OH05.2014
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science, Minors in Psychology And French
Denison University
Columbus, OH05.2012
Skills
- Strong skills in assessment, treatment planning, and evidenced-based approaches
- Works collaboratively with others and respects individual differences
- Extensive training in social work ethics, evidenced based practices, and engaging diverse populations
- Experience and interest in public speaking
Presentations
- "Providing Affirming Care to Transgender Patients" Perioperative Patient Safety and Comfort a Collaborative Endeavor, Columbus, Ohio February 24, 2024
- "Social Work Ethics and HIPPA Training" annually at AACS, Columbus, Ohio, 2019-2023
- “Developing Mindfulness” Idea Day Upper Arlington, Ohio, February 9, 2019
- “Gender and Socialization” guest speaker for Women, Gender, and Sexuality Studies at OU Reynoldsburg, Ohio, September 21, 2016 and February 24, 2017
- “Wellness for College Students with Disabilities: Promoting Universal Design” Big 10 Conference, Columbus, Ohio, February 19-21, 2014
- “Wellness for College Students with Disabilities: Promoting Universal Design” Students with Disabilities Conference, Columbus, Ohio, March 22, 2014
- OSU Managing Distress Workshop November 19th, 26th and December 3rd 2013
Certification
- Brief Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Suicide Prevention training-Justin Baker PHD May 27-28 2021
- Cognitive Processing Therapy Board Certified-Craig Bryan PHD, Columbus Ohio September 17-18 2020
- DBT Certified-BTECH, Seattle Washington December 9-13 2019
- DBT Skills training-Marsha Linehan PHD 6 week course, August 2018
- TBI and Post Traumatic Stress training-Tim Schilling LSW, Columbus Ohio, February 2017
- Trauma-informed care in depth training-Beverly Roseman-Shapiro LISW-S, Columbus Ohio, October 17 2016
- Prolonged Exposure trained-Ted Bonar Psyd-Columbus Ohio, May 2014
*Complete list available upon request
Volunteering
Volunteer, Hospital/Helpline Advocate February 2013-January 2017
SARNCO Columbus, Ohio
- Participated in 40 hours of training in sexual assault, trauma, and advocate response
- Attended 8 hours of continuing training each year
- Served on call 3 times each month for 8 hour shifts
- Provided advocacy, support, and resources for victims of sexual assault while in the ER or on the hotline
- Participated in at least 3 outreach events each year
Affiliations
- Phi Kappa Phi, National Honor Society, 2013-2014
- Alpha Delta Mu, National Social Work Honor Society, 2013-2014
- National Association of Social Workers, 2014-Present
Timeline
Clinical Supervisor
Asian American Community Services
09.2019 - 10.2023
Psychotherapist
The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center
07.2017 - Current
Clinical Social Worker
Holistic Consultation LLC
03.2015 - 05.2017
Crisis Clinician Generalist
Netcare Access
08.2014 - 07.2016
Assessment Clinician
The Neighborhood House
06.2014 - 07.2015
Social Work Intern
OSU Counseling And Consultation Services
08.2013 - 05.2014
Social Work Intern
OSU Student Wellness Center
10.2012 - 04.2013
Master of Social Work - Social Work-Clinical Track
The Ohio State University
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science, Minors in Psychology And French
Denison University
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